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.
Developed by Vauxhall’s new sub-brand of the same name, top-spec GSe trim gives you everything Ultimate trim does but adds bespoke sportier styling, Alcantara-trimmed sports seats and upgraded suspension with Koni dampers. It’s also the only trim available with the more powerful plug-in hybrid engine. It’s rather expensive, though.
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