Vauxhall Astra 1.6 SXi Reviews

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Vauxhall Astra 1.6 SXi
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Average Ratings for Vauxhall Astra 1.6 SXi

  • Performance4.2 stars
  • Practicality4.4 stars
  • Reliability4.3 stars
  • Value for Money4.4 stars
  • Reviewer Ratings4.4 stars
  • Overall Rating4.3 stars

31 Reviews For Vauxhall Astra 1.6 SXi

  • Guest 21st Nov 2009

    Reviewer rating: 4 stars


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    I think it's a great little car, the performance is not bad. I drive most of the time around town and the mpg is about 28. I have yet to take it on a long drive so can't comment. The only bad thing is the seats, I like them to recline a bit quicker.

  • Guest 13th Aug 2009

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    I bought my Vauxhall Astra 1.6 SXi from new in 2002 after driving a Corsa for 5 years and have never regretted it. I have two kids and there is plenty of room for the whole family in this car. Running costs are brilliant and I still have the same exhaust system which I think is remarkable. Tyres lasted up to 33000 miles. Insurance and servicing costs are cheap and petrol consumption is OK. The engine is smooth and road handling assured.
    In short, I will regret the day I hand my Vauxhall Astra ov ...

  • ManicMarius Rank: Lance Corporal 12th Aug 2009

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    I upgraded my Corsa to the Mark 4 Astra SXI 1.6 as my family grew. I bought the Astra new in 2002 and I have not been disappointed with it in all that time. The car is economical to run, servicing and general running costs are better than average. To note, I have the original exhaust system on the car which I think is remarkable. The engine is quiet and assured and the road handling is pretty good. Suspension and seats are comfortable and the amount of tyre wear is good. I got 33,000 miles out o ...

  • Guest 12th Feb 2009

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    The Vauxhall Astra 1.6 SXi drives lovely if you dont rip the hell out of it! I have an astra 1.6 sxi ecu tuned to about 130bhp. very nippy little thing. have left 1.8 new vectra on traffic light races. very reliable car. get about 50 miles a gallon, which is awsome. Brakes tend to squeek after a good thrashing.

  • meraj 11th Feb 2009

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    i have a 1.6 135BHP ecu tuned sxi astra. its a 53 plate(last sxi made on the mark 4 shape). goes very fast for a 1.6. also very practical. if you are looking for a very cheap car which is fast this is the one to go for. astras are very reliable and cheap to run/tax/insure.

  • finchley38 6th Oct 2008

    Reviewer rating: 0.5 stars


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    Had Vauxhalls for last 10 years I now have Astra SXI, bought brand new and never worked properly. First time it went back to the garage with intermittent starting problems it was 2 weeks old it is now 2 1/2 and still breaks down on me. I ' m often late picking up children get stuck in car parks then go over my time limit and have to explain to the help desk at the car park. Taken it to 3 garages and they have not been able to help the car, they have replaced ECU, immobiliser, some other car bits ...

  • Guest 12th May 2008

    Reviewer rating: 4.5 stars


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    My Vauxhall Astra was broken when i bought it didnt realse until i was driving home with it. Aparently the previous owner ran the car with no oil. Problem was fixed and payed for by the garage i bought the car from. All is well now.

  • Guest 6th May 2008

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    I love my Astra, it handles well, very smooth, sticks to the road, not too powerful, unless you ram your foot down!

  • Guest 4th May 2008

    Reviewer rating: 4 stars


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    1.6 16v Vauxhall Astra sxi TWINPORT, sports seats in the front, sports dials, alloys, stearing controls, fogs € basically an amazing car as standard.
    BUY ONE!

  • Guest 2nd May 2008

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    I have a vauxhall astra 1.6sxi 3dr with a supercharger. i am only paying £2000 fully comp on my dad's insurance it will do 0-60 in 6 seconds.
    18inch alloys (225)
    induction kit
    Powerflow straight through exhaust system

  • Guest 15th Apr 2008

    Reviewer rating: 4.5 stars


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    Smooth engine with plenty of pull, nice engine note, handles well, excellent extras white dials, sports seats, good stereo, looks well in irmscher spec or with spoiler, nice alloys this car has plenty or room in front and back with a large boot.
    very good car cheap parts and insurance very tuner friendly and good value for money.

  • melovelyastra 22nd Mar 2008

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    I got my Astra 1.6 16v SXI 2001 at auction for 1500 it had a high mileage but runs great I've had to change the lambda sensor and the clutch but was all reasonably priced it passed MOT with no problems I love the car had it now for a year and hope to have it for a couple more anyone who don't like astras are strange for what you get is a good solid car.

  • bukky1298 29th Jan 2008

    Reviewer rating: 4.5 stars


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    Vauxhall Astra is a very reliable family car with wider driving view. It runs smooth as expected and has a large boot. Overall body style is outstanding. Back view of the car is stunning. As we all know, 'The back view of a car speaks fot itself'.

  • monkey69 25th Jan 2008

    Reviewer rating: 1 stars


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    If you want a car that will fault on you after about 25000m buy the Astra SXi twinport. This fault is not just with my car. Do your homework and research what I have advised and you will see there is a lot of people in the same boat stuck with a car they cant trust and cant re-sell.

  • Ivanski Rank: Lance Corporal 24th Dec 2006

    Reviewer rating: 4.5 stars


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    Astra 1.6 16V SXI 2003 0verview.
    I brought my Astra from a local Ford dealership after intending intially to buy a Mondeo however the Astra caught my eye on the forecourt and after a quick test drive opted for it as I liked its looks and handling.
    I've had the car for a year now and apart from a minor warning lamp fault on the dash display coming on and then going off every now and then its been fine.

    Driving the car it feels nimble in town traffic with light steering and handling though ...

  • dante187 Rank: Lance Corporal 2nd Dec 2006

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    Fantastic - if you are thinking about it, stop - just go do it. I did and I didn't regret it even when I could have saved the money for something else.

    If you can GET IT NEW then you will have 3 years of peaceful driving and servicing that cost next to squat - it's worth it, believe you me.

  • pauld6 26th Jul 2006

    Reviewer rating: 4.5 stars


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    The Vauxhall Astra 1.6 SXi overall is good and ideal for a small family. It is well built and the fuel economy is not too bad 35 to 40 to the gallon. You get a lot of car for your money. The car looks quite sporty as standard and is very spacious. Very reliable as it is 4 years old.

  • dhubbard 11th Feb 2006

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    A big improvement over the last model. The ride is very solid without being hard. The roadholding is excellent. The engine has plenty of power for a 1.6ltr.
    Mine cost me £7,000 and I am still in awe of it. One year later, excellent value, no faults, just love driving it!

  • Maria Teresa Johnson 23rd May 2005

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    I have had a few Astras. Although I have always bought them quite old, I have lept them untill the end. BEST CAR FOR ME. Super engine! Super breaks!, friendly to drive, roomy, and pretty.

  • Kathy Tee Rank: Lance Corporal 30th Apr 2005

    Reviewer rating: 4.5 stars


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    Just completed a test drive in what will be my 'new' Vauxhall Astra SXi 1.6 16v and still have a gremlinish grin in my face!

    Found the gear changing a little gritty, but the car isn't even a year old and only has 9.6K on the clock, so I'll give it time before bleating.

    I'm only 5ft and was easily able to get comfortable in the driver's seat. Pedal reach is easy and steering wheel adjustment helps loads too. Leg room is plenty comfortable even for a 6ft man. Enough space in the back for adu ...