Vauxhall Astra Hatchback, starting at 25200 £

The Vauxhall Astra Hatchback impresses with 225 HP 419 km and an attractive starting price of 25200 £ . Here are all the details at a glance.

from about £25,200
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

First glance and curb appeal

The Opel Astra presents a grown-up hatch silhouette that blends assertive proportions with neat detailing, measuring about 4,374 mm long and 1,860 mm wide so it sits with confident road presence without shouting for attention. A clean front end and crisp character lines give it a contemporary look that reads well in town and on the motorway, while wheel options let buyers nudge the balance toward comfort or sportiness. Overall, the styling plays the safe-but-smart card: modern enough to feel fresh, conservative enough to age well.

Cabin feel and day-to-day ergonomics

The interior mixes practical layout with improved materials over the previous generation, featuring comfortable seats, logical switchgear and a driver-focused dash that avoids needless clutter. Controls are generally intuitive and the seating position suits longer drives, while trim quality is noticeably better in mid and top spec models so the cabin doesn’t feel cheap. Five occupants are accommodated and the overall comfort level is tuned toward relaxed cruising rather than track-day stiffness.

How it handles family life and luggage

Practicality is one of the Astra’s strong suits: it’s a five-door hatch with a 422-litre boot in everyday mode and up to about 1,339 litres with the rear seats folded, which copes easily with weekly shopping, a couple of suitcases or a pram. Passenger space is competitive for the class with straightforward access and useful storage nooks, and the compact exterior dimensions keep city parking manageable. Small details like split-folding rear seats and sensible door pockets add up to a car that’s genuinely usable day-to-day.

Driving manners — composed, not showy

The Astra is tuned for composure: steering is light and predictable, the ride absorbs bumps without tossing occupants about and front-wheel-drive layouts keep behaviour neutral at typical speeds. Performance spans a broad spectrum depending on powertrain, from 130 hp petrol and diesel units that feel brisk for daily driving to plug-in hybrids and the electric variant that bring stronger acceleration and instant torque; 0–100 km/h figures in the range of roughly 7.5–10.6 seconds give a sense of the spread. Heavier electrified versions trade a bit of agility for stability and refinement, but none feel ill-suited to motorway or suburban use.

Fuel economy, electric range and what it means for ownership

Consumption varies widely across the line-up: conventional petrols return around 5.8–6.0 L/100 km, diesels about 5.0 L/100 km and the mild-hybrid sits near 5.0 L/100 km in combined figures, which translates into low single-digit real-world use for mixed driving. Plug-in hybrid versions claim combined petrol figures around 2.2–2.3 L/100 km with roughly 82–83 km of electric range—enough for most commutes to be covered electrically if recharging is regular—while the pure-electric Astra offers about 156 hp, a 51 kWh battery and a quoted WLTP range near 419 km with energy use around 15.4 kWh/100 km. In short, long-distance diesel buyers get steady economy, commuters benefit most from the PHEV or full-electric variants, and petrols remain the simplest, low-maintenance choice.

Safety tech and the infotainment experience

Opel outfits the Astra with a modern suite of driver assistance systems including adaptive cruise, lane-keep aids and parking assists that make motorway miles easier and city manoeuvres less stressful, while safety kit levels rise with trim. The infotainment is centred on a touchscreen with smartphone mirroring and straightforward menus; response and screen sizes vary by specification but integration is generally competitive for the segment. Attention to software polish and physical controls keeps operation less distracting than some rivals who rely solely on touch-only interfaces.

Who should consider the Astra?

The Astra suits buyers looking for a practical, comfortable hatchback that offers a wide choice of powertrains to match different lifestyles: petrol or diesel for simple, long-distance use, mild-hybrid for marginal efficiency gains, plug-in hybrids for electric-first commuting with petrol backup, and a full-electric for emission-free urban and longer-range driving. It will appeal to small families, commuters and those who want the familiarity and practicality of a classic hatch without trading up to an SUV. For shoppers prioritising value, everyday usability and a tidy balance between comfort and dynamics, the Astra remains a convincing, well-rounded contender.

Costs and Consumption

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

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1341 - 1736 kg
Trunk capacity
352 - 422 L
Length
4374 mm
Width
1860 mm
Height
1432 - 1488 mm
Max trunk capacity
1268 - 1339 L
Payload
414 - 509 kg

Engine and Performance

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

General

Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C, B
Brand
Vauxhall
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.