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Vauxhall Astra CC 1.8 GTE (115 Hp)
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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)
CC Overview:
Vauxhall Astra (CC). Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The 1983 Vauxhall Astra CC predates the establishment of Euro NCAP testing (which began in 1997). Therefore, no official Euro NCAP safety rating is available for this generation. Safety features were rudimentary by modern standards, typical for vehicles of its era.
1.8 GTE (115 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A true hot hatch contender for its time, offering spirited acceleration and engaging driving dynamics, making it the performance flagship of the range.
Fuel Economy
While not the most economical, its fuel consumption was acceptable given its performance capabilities for the early 80s.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Practical and spacious hatchback design for its class
- • Wide range of engine options, including a potent GTE model
- • Generally reliable and straightforward mechanicals
- • Good value proposition in the compact car segment
- • Relatively easy to maintain and repair
Cons:
- • Interior materials and design were basic, typical for the era
- • Lacked modern safety features and driver aids
- • Base engines could feel underpowered, especially on highways
- • Ride comfort could be firm on sportier trims
- • Dated styling compared to later generations
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(CC: 1982 - 1984).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Vauxhall |
| Model: | Astra |
| Generation: | CC |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.8 GTE (115 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1983 |
| End of production: | 1984 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 115 Hp Same horsepower |
| Engine Model/Code: | 18E More details about the engine 18E |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.25 l |
| Coolant: | 7.5 l |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| 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 | Manual |
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