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Vauxhall Astra Mk III Estate 1.8i 16V (115 Hp) Automatic
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Vauxhall Astra:
The Vauxhall Astra is a compact car/small family car that has been sold by Vauxhall since 1980. Over its eight generations, it has been made at several GM/Opel/Stellantis plants around Europe - however most versions have been sourced from Vauxhall's plant at Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, United Kingdom.
For its first two generations, the nameplate was applied to right-hand drive versions of the Opel Kadett for use in the UK. Since 1991, Opel has used the Astra nameplate on its B/C-platform. General Motors' Saturn division in the United States also offered a Belgian-built version of the Astra as a captive import from late 2007 until Saturn was discontinued following GM's 2010 bankruptcy....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Mk III Estate Overview:
Vauxhall Astra (Mk III Estate). With 168 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1155 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12 s). The top speed reaches 188 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.8i 16V (115 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Adequate for daily driving, but the automatic dulls responsiveness and acceleration.
Fuel Economy
High fuel consumption makes it less appealing for budget-conscious buyers.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent practicality and spacious estate body style
- • Wide range of engines to suit various needs and budgets
- • Generally robust and affordable to maintain
- • Good value on the used car market
- • Comfortable ride for its class
Cons:
- • Dated safety features and low Euro NCAP rating
- • Some engines are underpowered or inefficient (especially automatics)
- • Prone to rust, particularly in older models
- • Interior quality and design are basic by modern standards
- • Refinement levels are not on par with newer vehicles
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Mk III Convertible: 1993 - 1994).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Vauxhall |
| Model: | Astra |
| Generation: | Mk III Estate |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.8i 16V (115 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1994 |
| End of production: | 1998 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 115 Hp @ 5400 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 63.9 Hp/l [41mm more] |
| Torque: | 168 Nm @ 4800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | C18XEL More details about the engine C18XEL |
| Engine displacement: | 1799 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4 l |
| Coolant: | 7 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 13 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.1 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 188 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10 kg/Hp, 99.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.9 kg/Nm, 145.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1155 |
| Max. weight: | 1655 |
| Max load: | 500 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 501 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4280 mm mm [41mm more] |
| Width: | 1689 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1481 mm mm [71mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2520 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1420 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1420 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 140 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Tires size | 175/65 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 14 |
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