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Vauxhall Astra Mk VI Sports Tourer 1.4 VVT (120 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 VI Sports Tourer Overview:
Vauxhall Astra (Mk VI Sports Tourer). With 175 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.4 l/100km). With a weight of 1393 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.2 s). The top speed reaches 190 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.4 VVT (120 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A competent entry-level turbocharged petrol, offering better torque and flexibility than the naturally aspirated 1.6 VVT.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel economy, identical to the 140hp 1.4 VVT, making it a sensible choice for efficiency and power.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Generous boot space and practical interior
- • Comfortable ride quality, especially on longer journeys
- • Wide range of efficient and powerful engine options
- • Good value for money on the used market
- • Solid Euro NCAP safety rating
Cons:
- • Some interior plastics can feel dated or cheap
- • Certain engines lack refinement compared to rivals
- • Infotainment system can feel slow and outdated
- • Rear visibility can be limited due to design
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Mk VI CC: 2009 - 2015).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Vauxhall |
| Model: | Astra |
| Generation: | Mk VI Sports Tourer |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.4 VVT (120 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2010 |
| End of production: | 2015 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 120 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 85.8 Hp/l [279mm more] |
| Torque: | 175 Nm @ 4800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | A14NEL More details about the engine A14NEL |
| Engine displacement: | 1398 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4 l |
| Coolant: | 6.2 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 73.4 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 82.6 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.1 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.2 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.2 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 190 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.6 kg/Hp, 86.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8 kg/Nm, 125.6 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.6 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1393 |
| Max. weight: | 1960 |
| Max load: | 567 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1550 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 550 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 56 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4698 mm mm [279mm more] |
| Width: | 1814 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1535 mm mm [25mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2685 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2013 mm |
| Front track: | 1544 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1558 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 117 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 215/50 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 17 |
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