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Vauxhall Astra van Mk IV 2.0 DI (82 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)
van Mk IV Overview:
Vauxhall Astra (van Mk IV). Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.0 DI (82 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Provides better torque and more relaxed cruising than the petrol counterpart, making it more suitable for carrying loads and longer journeys.
Fuel Economy
The most economical option in the lineup, offering good fuel efficiency, especially on longer runs, making it cost-effective for high mileage users.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Practical and versatile load space
- • Economical diesel engine options
- • Robust and reliable for its era
- • Affordable to buy and maintain
- • Simple, proven mechanicals
Cons:
- • Basic interior comfort and features
- • Limited safety features by modern standards
- • Unrefined engines, especially the 1.7 TD
- • Not particularly engaging to drive
- • Dated design and technology
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Mk III Convertible: 1996 - 2000).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Vauxhall |
| Model: | Astra |
| Generation: | van Mk IV |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 DI (82 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1998 |
| End of production: | 2000 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 2 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 82 Hp Same horsepower |
| Engine Model/Code: | X20DTL, Y20DTL More details about the engine X20DTL, Y20DTL |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.5 l |
| Coolant: | 7.9 l |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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