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Vauxhall Astra Mk IV 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 Overview:
Vauxhall Astra (Mk IV). With 132 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~7.7 l/100km). Weighing only 1115 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 17 s). The top speed reaches 163 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.
1.7 TD (68 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A very slow and dated diesel engine, struggling significantly with acceleration and highway speeds.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel economy for its age, but less refined and efficient than the later DTi engines.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Wide range of economical and performance-oriented engines
- • Comfortable ride and spacious interior for its class
- • Good value for money on the used market
- • Reliable and durable with proper maintenance
Cons:
- • Some engines can feel underpowered (e.g., 1.2, 1.6 75hp)
- • Interior plastics can feel dated compared to rivals
- • 3-star Euro NCAP rating is not class-leading
- • Common rust spots on older models
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Mk III Convertible: 1996 - 2000).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Vauxhall |
| Model: | Astra |
| Generation: | Mk IV |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.7 TD (68 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1998 |
| End of production: | 2004 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 68 Hp @ 4500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 40 Hp/l [13mm 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 |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| 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: | 7.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.9 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 17 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 17 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 163 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 16.4 kg/Hp, 61 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.4 kg/Nm, 118.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 16.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1115 |
| Max. weight: | 1685 |
| Max load: | 570 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 460 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1000 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 52 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 600 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4252 mm mm [13mm more] |
| Width: | 1709 mm mm [25mm more] |
| Height: | 1425 mm mm [25mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2606 mm mm [86mm more] |
| Width including mirrors: | 1967 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 160 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10 m [above average] |
| 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.] |
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