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Vauxhall Astra Mk IV Estate 1.7 TD (68 Hp)
Overall Rating
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 IV Estate Overview:
Vauxhall Astra (Mk IV Estate). With 132 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~7.8 l/100km). Weighing only 1150 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 17.5 s). The top speed reaches 163 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.
1.7 TD (68 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
An older generation diesel, quite noisy and slow, but offers steady, if unhurried, progress.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel economy, though not as refined or efficient as the DTI engines.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and practical estate body
- • Wide range of engine choices to suit different needs
- • Comfortable ride quality for long journeys
- • Good value on the used market
- • Generally reliable with proper maintenance
Cons:
- • Some engines are underpowered for the estate body
- • Interior plastics can feel dated compared to rivals
- • Older diesel engines are noisy and less refined
- • Safety rating is average by modern standards
- • Rust can be an issue on older models, especially wheel arches
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Mk III Estate: 1996 - 1998).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Vauxhall |
| Model: | Astra |
| Generation: | Mk IV Estate |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.7 TD (68 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1998 |
| End of production: | 2000 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 68 Hp @ 4500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 40 Hp/l [10mm more] |
| Torque: | 132 Nm @ 1800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | X17DTL More details about the engine X17DTL |
| Engine displacement: | 1700 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Fuel injection system: | Precombustion chamber injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.5 l |
| Coolant: | 8.7 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 7.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.1 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 17.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 17.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 163 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 16.9 kg/Hp, 59.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.7 kg/Nm, 114.8 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 16.6 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1150 |
| Max. weight: | 1750 |
| Max load: | 600 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 481 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 52 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4290 mm [10mm more] |
| Width: | 1709 mm [21mm more] |
| Height: | 1509 mm [28mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2611 mm [91mm more] |
| Front track: | 1481 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 | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Tires size | 195/60 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
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