Vauxhall Astra 1.6 SXi Reviews
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★★★★★
“go get one”
Written on: 20/06/2011 by Rancedavis
i bought my 1.6 16v sxi about a year ago, its an x reg 2000 when bought it had around 90.000 on the clock and a year later just approaching 100, this car i highly rate, ive had the usual xr3i,s cavalier sri,s focuses an mondeo,s but i have to say the astra is a much all round better car, ive never had any trouble at all and allways start regardless of the weather, you have enougth room for your family and does indeed drive very smoothly with allways a smooth gear change and when the litluns... (read more)
★★★★☆
“I have a 1.6 8V 2000 model Astra. It has run fine...”
Written on: 22/04/2011
I have a 1.6 8V 2000 model Astra. It has run fine without issue since buying it with 48000 on the clock.However now it has 84000 and parts require replacing have included new timing belt and water pump at 64000.In the last 6 months it has had new front brakes, rear shockers and a full exhaust replacement.The only annoyance is a occasional humming from the driver rear wheels.Its either the wheel bearing or the tyres according to the forums. Overall it is an easy car to drive and providing you... (read more)
★★★★★
“Purchased 2 astra's 1.6 16v sxi's in 2002 both new,...”
Written on: 25/10/2010
Purchased 2 astra's 1.6 16v sxi's in 2002 both new, still have both cars, one has 146000 mls (car a) the other 110000 mls.(car b).Both are great cars. Here's a list of parts that have been replaced, both have had discs,coil packs {approx 100,000mls} car (a) middle exhaust box(original) chaged at 130,000mls!!! cat at 90000mls.Car (b) still on original clutch and cat {and this is the wife's car!!}Both had nsf wheel bearings 100,000mls approx,both had exhaust recirc valves 80,000mls both... (read more)
★★★☆☆
“Not a very comfortable ride. ”
Written on: 20/10/2010
Not a very comfortable ride.
Gear stick knob became loose while still in the 3 year warranty,vauxhall UK said it came under trim, and would`nt replace or repair it, also said we had treated it roughly.
Rear back lights steams up in damp weather.
Interior also steams up in damp weather, unless using heater fan.
I will not be buying any vauxhall ever again.
PS the warranty is not worth the paper it`s printed on.
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★★★★☆
“I have had this car for a while now and I have had no...”
Written on: 27/09/2010 by dbase82 (4 reviews written)
I have had this car for a while now and I have had no great problems with it. I purchased it with 80,000 miles on the clock and it seemed to be running well still.
The performance is good and the insurance is cheap.
Boot space is great, lots of room in the boot for most things. The back seat fold down for more if needed. If you want to store stuff in the back without folding the seats down, it is sometimes awkward fitting them in.
Petrol consumption is average. Much better on long...
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★★★★★
“When I purchased this car over a year ago, I made the...”
Written on: 06/09/2010
When I purchased this car over a year ago, I made the mistake of the minority of a potential car buyer! My Astra is a Cat C (repaired and insured). I travel 100 miles approx daily to work and this car has been solid as steel in and out!The interior has excellent build quality with great emphasis on minimal vibration both idle and motorway. Needless to say the buttons on the dash are a doodle (but slightly outdated). Performance wise, its excellent considering I hit the speedo at least 100mph... (read more)
★★★★★
“I bought my MK4 Astra 1.6 16V SXi this year for £1500,...”
Written on: 19/02/2010
I bought my MK4 Astra 1.6 16V SXi this year for £1500, it had a full years MOT and 5 months tax and only 90.000 on the clock which i think is good for an 8 year old car.
When i got into the car for the first time my thoughts towards the interior were still very modern for the age of the car and everything was easy to indentify. For a 2 door hatchback there is still quite a lot of room, i have a 10 month old child and have no problems getting her iun and out of her car seat in the back of the...
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★★★☆☆
“are the front disc on my car need replaces ,can diy do...”
Written on: 07/02/2010
are the front disc on my car need replaces ,can diy do it ,or take to garger (read more)
★★★★☆
“I think it's a great little car, the performance is...”
Written on: 21/11/2009
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. (read more)
★★★★★
“I bought my Vauxhall Astra 1.6 SXi from new in 2002...”
Written on: 13/08/2009
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...
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★★★★★
“I upgraded my Corsa to the Mark 4 Astra SXI 1.6 as my...”
Written on: 12/08/2009 by ManicMarius (2 reviews written)
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... (read more)
★★★★★
“The Vauxhall Astra 1.6 SXi drives lovely if you dont...”
Written on: 12/02/2009
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. (read more)
★★★★★
“i have a 1.6 135BHP ecu tuned sxi astra. its a 53...”
Written on: 11/02/2009 by meraj (1 review written)
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. (read more)
★☆☆☆☆
“Had Vauxhalls for last 10 years I now have Astra SXI,...”
Written on: 05/10/2008 by finchley38
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... (read more)
★★★★★
“My Vauxhall Astra was broken when i bought it didnt...”
Written on: 11/05/2008
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. (read more)
★★★★★
“I love my Astra, it handles well, very smooth, sticks...”
Written on: 05/05/2008
I love my Astra, it handles well, very smooth, sticks to the road, not too powerful, unless you ram your foot down! (read more)
★★★★☆
“1.6 16v Vauxhall Astra sxi TWINPORT, sports seats in...”
Written on: 03/05/2008
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! (read more)
★★★★★
“I have a vauxhall astra 1.6sxi 3dr with a...”
Written on: 01/05/2008
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
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★★★★★
“Smooth engine with plenty of pull, nice engine note,...”
Written on: 14/04/2008
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. (read more)
★★★★★
“I got my Astra 1.6 16v SXI 2001 at auction for 1500 it...”
Written on: 22/03/2008 by melovelyastra
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. (read more)
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★★★★★
“Vauxhall Astra is a very reliable family car with...”
Written on: 29/01/2008 by bukky1298
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'. (read more)
★☆☆☆☆
“If you want a car that will fault on you after about...”
Written on: 25/01/2008 by monkey69 (1 review written)
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. (read more)
★★★★★
“Astra 1.6 16V SXI 2003 0verview. ”
Written on: 24/12/2006 by Ivanski (2 reviews written)
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...
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★★★★★
“Fantastic - if you are thinking about it, stop - just...”
Written on: 02/12/2006 by dante187
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.
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★★★★★
“The Vauxhall Astra 1.6 SXi overall is good and ideal...”
Written on: 26/07/2006 by pauld6
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. (read more)
★★★★★
“A big improvement over the last model. The ride is...”
Written on: 11/02/2006 by dhubbard (1 review written)
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!
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★★★★★
“I have had a few Astras. Although I have always bought...”
Written on: 23/05/2005 by Maria Teresa Johnson (1 review written)
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. (read more)
★★★★★
“Just completed a test drive in what will be my 'new'...”
Written on: 30/04/2005 by Kathy Tee (1 review written)
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...
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★★★★☆
“I really enjoyed my Vauxhall Astra 1.6 Sxi overall,...”
Written on: 10/04/2005 by andrepaul (2 reviews written)
I really enjoyed my Vauxhall Astra 1.6 Sxi overall, what suprised me the most was the handling and steering which was much better than any vauxhall of the past by far. The car was also very quiet and refined, all the controls are well laid out and the quality is pretty good too.
Vauxhall engines have always been good and this is no exeption, I had the 1.6 16v and it was very smooth and strong, economy was pretty good too averaging around 40 mpg.
On the negative side the interior styling was...
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★★★★★
“I've had my Vauxhall Astra 1.6 SXi Family Car for 2...”
Written on: 31/03/2005 by burner00
I've had my Vauxhall Astra 1.6 SXi Family Car for 2 weeks now, its a 54 plate and has the sports seats and the sports bodykit which makes it stand out from the standard SXI. The handling is outstanding from the 16" alloys and lotus suspension, The performance from the 1.6 TWINPORT engine is brilliant.
Motorway driving is brilliant as it still accelerates hard but is still quiet and smooth.
There is loads of leg room in the car, the seats are very comfortable and it also has a lot of boot...
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★★★★★
“Got this Vauxhall Astra 1.6 SXi family car after...”
Written on: 15/12/2004 by rangerman180 (1 review written)
Got this Vauxhall Astra 1.6 SXi family car after wanting one for ages, I waited until the right one came along. Definately not disapointed! Very fast, especially on motorway, excellent pick-up at high speeds. This car is a great looker too, I chose the three door as its more sporty, but its not for a boy racer. GGGGrrrreeeaattttt! (read more)
★★★★☆
“I have black 3 door 1.6 Y plate Vauxhall Astra 1.6...”
Written on: 30/04/2004 by PaulOakley (1 review written)
I have black 3 door 1.6 Y plate Vauxhall Astra 1.6 SXi. Unfortunately no alloys but am looking to uprgrade soon. I have had only one problem and that was with the passenger seat angle adjustment. Vauxhall charged me £50 for the privalage of fixing it though!
Generally a great car though, sporty and can do the MPG if your careful and not right foot heavy. May be better in the 1.8? Previous car a VW golf 2.0 GTI, and I would say the performances are compareable. Can't imagine that the 1.6 is...
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★★★★★
“I've just bought a W reg Vauxhall Astra 1.6 SXi after...”
Written on: 02/04/2004 by mhooper (2 reviews written)
I've just bought a W reg Vauxhall Astra 1.6 SXi after wanting one for a while now. I opted for a 3 door for the stiffer suspension and reduced body flex (the 5 door feels pretty wobbly, and slow).
It's a great car and the performance is better than most other cars in the class, 0-60 is booked at 10.5 sec but I think that's a bit conservative. It's at its best on motorways where the pick up is pretty amazing. Handling is incredible, it sticks to the road better than any car I've been in -...
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★★★★★
“I've had my Vauxhall Astra 1.6 SXi just over 6 months...”
Written on: 04/03/2004 by Richard L (1 review written)
I've had my Vauxhall Astra 1.6 SXi just over 6 months now, bought at 6 months old with 7k on it for just over £8k!
I can't praise Vauxhall enough for bringing this car to the market, it's basically an SRi with a smaller engine and MUCH cheaper insurance.
The chassis is just about the best FWD chassis I've ever encountered (including the Civic Type R), it's so well balanced and confidence inspiring, the grip from the 205/45/16's fitted as standard is awesome. Direction change is crisp and the...
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Chris Brown's Response to Richard L's Review
Written on: 24/05/2004
Richard,
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<br>I just read your review and fully agree with you on all of your points in regard to performance, looks and cost etc. I added quite a lot of Irmscher kit to mine and it looks great (Spoiler, Exhaust and Mesh Grill - these can be picked up at fairly reasonable prices as long as you do not just simply order from Vauxhall as they charge a premium!). The reason I am commenting though is I also have a rattle from the dash and Vauxhall have not been able to fix it in 6 visits! also my seats (although giving great support) creak and click - which is annoying...hopefully you will not experience this....
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Richard L's Response to Richard L's Review
Written on: 22/06/2004
Well I've sorted the annoying rattle on the centre console, the dealer couldn't find it in 3 visits for me.
<br>As I was fitting the Irmscher silver dash I noticed the heater ducts, (which are mounted in their own sub assembly which clips to the main dash) weren't seated fully into their clips on the old dash, I seated them fully in the new dash and problem solved! :)
<br>Recently the throttle response has been a bit lumpy with partial throttle under load, I took it back to the dealer and they fitted a new EGR valve, this has transformed the car. The engine is now much smoother than it's ever been and it's started doing 5mpg extra.
<br>I've had the passenger seat rattle a bit too, if you just adjust the back slightly it go's away.
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Johnsongm's Response to Richard L's Review
Written on: 03/11/2004
I also own an Astra 1.6 SXI; I like the cars fuel economy and low insurance. Mines a 02 plate and I have also experienced the problems of squeaky seats and clunking form the rear brake compensator (must try some grease on it), but my main gripe is that it’s always had a clunk or knock noise when I change up the gears. Not always under load either, I've taken it to the dealer and they say its characteristics of the engine, (engine knock) - electronic throttle or something. I have done 30.000 miles since I have owned the car and the problem hasn't got worse but is annoying at times. You can hear the knock more with the driver’s window open, and wondered if anyone else has noticed this with their SXI. Also the brakes squeal just before I come to a stop. It sounds like a bus at times, the sound appears to be coming from the front disc brakes strangely enough and I’ve had the pads replaced to see if it made any difference. It was ok for a couple of weeks then stated again, the brakes work fine it’s just this annoying screech. The dealer told me it’s the classic Astra squeal! lack of asbestos in the linings nowadays apparently! If anyone else has had similar problems let me know, other than that I do actually like the car and did recently have an Astra mk4 Sport 1.6 as a hire car, that is basically identical to my SXI but without any of the problems I've mentioned here.
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Richard L's Response to Richard L's Review
Written on: 08/11/2004
Does you car have drum brakes on the rear by any chance? If it does the squeak is a buildup of brake dust in the drums. If you remove them and clean all the dust out the squeak should go away :)
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Gregnat's Response to Richard L's Review
Written on: 11/01/2005
Iv got a 3dr astra sxi 03 plate and mine also makes a noise when I change up gear, its almost like a little rattle, as if metal was knocking in a bracket, i've been told the exact same rubbish, I love the drive and looks with the irmscher pack, but that sound. Its not on, i'm trying for compensation, I bet I wont get anything. Greg cheadle
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Syc1981's Response to Richard L's Review
Written on: 11/01/2005
I have just recently bought my sxi, its in prestige blue and looks really nice. BUT me being young and all, I want to modify it with the irmscher kits and badges etc. I just wondered whether anybody had any photos and ideas of where I can purchase this lot from without incurring the not so nice dealer premium going through vauxhall
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<br>If you have photos please send them to simon.cronin1@ntlworld.com would be much appreciated
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★★★★★
“I bought a brand new 53 Reg Astra 1.6 SXI 16v 3Dr....”
Written on: 06/02/2004 by Steve Elliott (2 reviews written)
I bought a brand new 53 Reg Astra 1.6 SXI 16v 3Dr. First time I drove it it was a dream to drive, very smooth, quiet and I was so impressed with the fuel economy, out of a quater of a tank i got 115 mile!!
Driving the car itself is very easy and fun to drive, the acceleration is excellent for 1.6 - around town is excellent handing too, steering is very well balanced - but have to say the best place to drive it is on the motorway, putting your foot down you can feel the power and the...
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★★★★★
“The only thing i would be critical of is the gear box...”
Written on: 14/09/2003 by Joe Foster (1 review written)
The only thing i would be critical of is the gear box having had many vauxhalls in the past and never had a problem with gear boxes i think vauxall should look at this one very clunky especialy going in to second gear. (read more)
★★★★★
“I bought my Astra in Aug 01 and have never had a...”
Written on: 23/07/2003 by Debs.
I bought my Astra in Aug 01 and have never had a problem with it. I opted for a spolier to be fitted, and 3 rather than 5 doors to give that more sporty look which has definately been achieved. My car now looks no different to the SRi but is 4 insurance groups lower!
I would definately recommend to anyone looking to buy a new car to take one for a test drive. Just make sure you give the car the credit it deserves and spice up the apperarece a bit or it could end up looking like a shopping...
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★★★★☆
“The Vauxhall Astra is a strong car but the dealers...”
Written on: 14/04/2003 by mike.
The Vauxhall Astra is a strong car but the dealers could be a bit more specific and stop making up stories about faults.
Add a comment to my review if anybody experience clicking from the engine and i will be more than happy to try and use this to find out what the noise/clicking is thanks.
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Richard L's Response to 89075_mike.'s Review
Written on: 11/03/2004
In what situation is it clicking? Load/no load, how high on the revs?
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Swingers60's Response to 89075_mike.'s Review
Written on: 11/03/2004
Sold the car now..
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<br>I bought the Astra coupe 1.8. loads of problems! flat spot at 2500rpm. dealers denied it was a fault and it was the low emmissions settings. hmmm....
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<br>Sold that one too...
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<br>Now I have the 2.0 sxi dti! BRILL.. petrol usuage is a dream.. tenner I get 120 miles (town work only most of the time)
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<br>I can't fault the astra diesel takes a while to warm up however there is plenty of pulling power. leaves 1.2 corsa for dust and hits 0-55 in 8.5secs. not bad for a diesel I guess...
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Richard L's Response to 89075_mike.'s Review
Written on: 28/03/2004
LOL I could have told you not to get the 1.8 Coupe!
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<br>The 1.8 petrol is possibly the worst engine Vauxhall has ever done. I drove a couple and they all had really bad throttle response.
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<br>Never considered a D, don't really get on with the farmyard exhaust note :)
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Swingers60's Response to 89075_mike.'s Review
Written on: 29/03/2004
The diesel engine sounds like a tractor when you start it but once its warmed up you can't really tell the difference, Especially on the run.
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<br>I have had it for four months now and there is still no problems... the sxi and coupe would have been in and out of the garage plenty of times now.
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★★★★★
“Bought my red Vauxhall Astra SXi in May 2002, and so...”
Written on: 16/12/2002 by Ashem.
Bought my red Vauxhall Astra SXi in May 2002, and so far (Dec '02) have done nearly 9000 miles.
No faults to speak of, squeaking front brakes and a noisy back box - which I'm sure shouldn't sound like that but the dealer has told me twice there's nothing wrong with it!
The performance is excellent, its booked at 10.5 secs to 60 but only 'cause theres a gear change at 55mph, and I've seen 120mph on the clock, with a tiny bit more left (Yes! I know this will be optimistic!)
Gear box is a...
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Tam.'s Response to Ashem.'s Review
Written on: 17/07/2003
thanks for the review, I am about to buy an astra sxi and found this total helpful in making my mind up, I am going to buy it but with matalic paint(ha ha). I looked at the car and thought what a lovely car.
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Andrew1's Response to Ashem.'s Review
Written on: 23/04/2004
Your comments just confirmed it I've just bought a great car, the one I sold was an Astra 1.6, and it was a great car if this is anything like that I'll be happy
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<br>Ha this is metalic silver, lucky though I nearly bought a blue non metalic one
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Kathy Tee's Response to Kathy Tee's Review
Written on: 22/09/2005
Right! I've had my little Vauxhall Astra sweetheart for some months now and am still just as chuffed as I was in the beginning. Driving around Cornwall was an absolute dream. This little car sticks to the tarmac like mastic and snakes around bends like champion!
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<br>As I've only seen one other (a black one) since getting my car, I'm MOST curious to find out just how many of my particular model were actually made - 2-door, Astra 1.6 16V twin port 2004 model? Any ideas?
By the way, the slightly 'gritty' gearbox was just because this is the first car I've driven with a sports gearbox. It's absolutely fine and it's not 'gritty', it's just exact!