The Vauxhall Astra blends value with good ride comfort, tidy handling and adequate performance, but struggles to trouble the best family cars in other areas. If you do buy one, we recommend going for the 1.2-litre 130 petrol engine and mid-spec GS trim.
Range-topping Ultimate is too expensive to recommend, but if you feel inclined to splash out, you’ll enjoy this trim’s panoramic sunroof, alloy sports pedals and frameless anti-dazzle rear-view mirror.
The only version of the all-electric Astra combines a 54kWh battery and a 153bhp electric motor driving the front wheels. The range is 259 for the hatchback and 255 for the estate, which is decent but not especially competitive.
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