2000 Vauxhall Astra LS review from UK and Ireland
"Quiet, but boring"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The engine is the 8-valve unit and hated going above 85mph. There were problems with the spark plugs and smooth running.
General comments?
This car is a really refined place to travel in. There is a feeling of solid build and very quiet, with minimal road and engine noise.
Very comfortable and smooth. It handles well too.
But there is a boring feel to it and the interior is depressingly gloomy especially without a sunroof.
Bland styling inside and outside, but typical of the class.
We had a 1993 model VW Golf 1.6 before that. The Astra looks better, is much nicer to drive and is far, far better value and read this: Its better built!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 2000 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 6 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 23000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 46000 miles |
| Previous car | Volkswagen Golf |
| Date of Entry | 17th February, 2005 |