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Vauxhall Astra Mk III CC 1.4i (60 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 III CC Overview:
Vauxhall Astra (Mk III CC). With 103 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.55 l/100km). Weighing only 955 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 16 s). The top speed reaches 159 km/h. 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.
1.4i (60 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Very basic performance, primarily suited for city driving. Struggles significantly on highways or with heavy loads.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel economy for a petrol engine, making it a very cheap car to run for short commutes.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Wide range of engines available
- • Practical and spacious interior for its class
- • Generally reliable and easy to maintain
- • Affordable to buy and run
- • Good handling for a family car
Cons:
- • Dated interior design and materials
- • Basic safety features by modern standards
- • Some engines can feel underpowered
- • Rust can be an issue on older models
- • Refinement levels are not on par with newer cars
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Mk II CC: 1990 - 1991).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Vauxhall |
| Model: | Astra |
| Generation: | Mk III CC |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.4i (60 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1991 |
| End of production: | 1998 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 3-5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 60 Hp @ 5200 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 43.2 Hp/l [51mm more] |
| Torque: | 103 Nm @ 2800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | C14NZ, X14NZ More details about the engine C14NZ, X14NZ |
| Engine displacement: | 1389 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Single-point injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.5 l |
| Coolant: | 5.7 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.6-10.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.1-6.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.8-7.7 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 16 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 16 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 159 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 15.7 kg/Hp, 63.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.1 kg/Nm, 109.6 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 15.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 940/970 |
| Max. weight: | 1475/1495 |
| Max load: | 525-535 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 360 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4049 mm mm [51mm more] |
| Width: | 1689 mm mm [26mm more] |
| Height: | 1410 mm mm [10mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2520 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1420 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1420 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 135 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 | 175/70 R13 |
| Wheel rims size | 13 |
If you could change one thing about the Vauxhall Astra, what would it be?