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Vauxhall Astra Mk III 1.6i 16V (100 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 Overview:
Vauxhall Astra (Mk III). With 135 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1060 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 13.5 s). The top speed reaches 172 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.6i 16V (100 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Mediocre performance, the automatic gearbox dulls its potential.
Fuel Economy
Poor fuel economy, making it an expensive choice to run.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Wide range of engine choices to suit various needs
- • Practical and spacious interior for its class
- • Generally comfortable ride quality
- • Good value on the used car market
- • Decent handling for a family hatchback
Cons:
- • Dated styling compared to modern cars
- • Some engines are underpowered, especially base diesels
- • Susceptible to rust, particularly in older models
- • Basic interior plastics and build quality
- • Poor 2-star Euro NCAP safety rating
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Mk III Convertible: 1993 - 1994).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Vauxhall |
| Model: | Astra |
| Generation: | Mk III |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6i 16V (100 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1994 |
| End of production: | 1998 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 100 Hp @ 6200 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 62.6 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 135 Nm @ 3400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | X16XEL More details about the engine X16XEL |
| Engine displacement: | 1598 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.25 l |
| Coolant: | 5.9 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 12.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 13.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 13.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 172 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.6 kg/Hp, 94.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.9 kg/Nm, 127.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12.8 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1060 |
| Max. weight: | 1570 |
| Max load: | 510 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1200 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 501 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 52 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4239 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1689 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1410 mm mm [Same height.] |
| 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 | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 175/65 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 14 |
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