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Vauxhall Astra van 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)
van Mk IV Overview:
Vauxhall Astra (van Mk IV). Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.7 TD (68 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
While less powerful than the 2.0 DI, its turbo-diesel torque makes it a capable workhorse. It can be noisy and less refined, but gets the job done.
Fuel Economy
Offers very good fuel economy, particularly beneficial for budget-conscious operators. A robust and frugal choice for consistent use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Practical and versatile load space
- • Economical diesel engine options
- • Robust and reliable for its era
- • Affordable to buy and maintain
- • Simple, proven mechanicals
Cons:
- • Basic interior comfort and features
- • Limited safety features by modern standards
- • Unrefined engines, especially the 1.7 TD
- • Not particularly engaging to drive
- • Dated design and technology
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Mk III Estate: 1996 - 1998).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Vauxhall |
| Model: | Astra |
| Generation: | van Mk IV |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.7 TD (68 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1998 |
| End of production: | 2000 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 2 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 68 Hp Same horsepower |
| Engine Model/Code: | X17DTL More details about the engine X17DTL |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.5 l |
| Coolant: | 8.7 l |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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