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Vauxhall Astra vs Renault Captur - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (225 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (25200 £ vs 21100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Astra or Renault Captur?

Vauxhall Astra

Renault Captur

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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Astra

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Renault Captur has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21100 £ , while the Vauxhall Astra costs 25200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4063 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Vauxhall Astra manages with 2.20 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Renault Captur with 4.40 L. The difference is about 2.20 L per 100 km.

Captur

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Vauxhall Astra has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 225 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 67 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Astra is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 7.50 s, while the Renault Captur takes 8.90 s. That’s about 1.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Vauxhall Astra performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 235 km/h, while the Renault Captur tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 55 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Vauxhall Astra pulls noticeable stronger with 360 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 95 Nm difference.

Astra

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Renault Captur is slight lighter – 1323 kg compared to 1341 kg. The difference is around 18 kg.

Boot capacity is identical – both offer 422 L of storage.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Captur performs minimal better – up to 1363 L, which is about 24 L more than the Vauxhall Astra.

When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Astra to a small extent takes the win – 509 kg compared to 453 kg. That’s a difference of about 56 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Astra is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

Vauxhall Astra
Renault Captur

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Astra

Vauxhall Astra

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel, Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 225 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.2 - 6 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.40 kWh
  • Electric Range : 82 - 419 km

Vauxhall Astra

The Opel Astra strikes a neat balance between everyday practicality and engaging handling, so the daily grind suddenly feels a bit less dull. Inside it's intelligently packaged with modern kit and comfortable seating, making it a very sensible pick for buyers who want a dependable hatchback that doesn't take itself too seriously.

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Renault Captur

5 (3 Reviews)
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The Renault Captur is a cheeky little crossover that pairs city-friendly agility with a roomy, well-thought-out cabin and enough style to turn heads at the lights. It’s a sensible choice for buyers who want practical versatility and a dash of personality on their daily drives, without taking itself too seriously.

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Vauxhall Astra
Renault Captur

Costs and Consumption

Price
25200 - 40500 £
Price
21100 - 28400 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 6 L
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.40 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
82 - 419 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
51 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 135 g/km
co2
100 - 137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
Fuel tank capacity
48 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1341 - 1736 kg
Curb weight
1323 - 1441 kg
Trunk capacity
352 - 422 L
Trunk capacity
326 - 422 L
Length
4374 mm
Length
4239 mm
Width
1860 mm
Width
1797 mm
Height
1432 - 1488 mm
Height
1575 mm
Max trunk capacity
1268 - 1339 L
Max trunk capacity
1363 L
Payload
414 - 509 kg
Payload
447 - 453 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 225 HP
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
170 - 235 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Torque
160 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
96 - 165 kW
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1789 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
Renault
What drive types are available for the Vauxhall Astra?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.