2000 Vauxhall Astra Coupe Turbo Edition from UK and Ireland - Comments

Nothing really yet.

Vibration can be heard when the driver's door is shut, but this can only be heard from the outside and is inaudible inside the car.

Fuel computer and odometer disagree about the mileage covered. Will mention to the dealer eventually.

Ride is firm, but is still amazingly good considering it's running on 215/40ZR17 tyres.

Tyre roar is quite noticeable, but varies wildly on the road surface.

Engine is superb, but the electronic throttle takes some getting used to! With the turbo it's a bit like an automatic kickdown - the performance changes from sedate to neck jerking when the throttle is 'floored'.

Peak torque (250Nm) appears at only 1,950rpm so you don't have to thrash the engine at all - rapid progression can be made using 2,000 to 5,000 rpm only.

Standard equipment (multi-CD, cruise control, AC, fuel computer) is excellent - only had the boot spoiler added by the dealer.

The electronic cruise control is a vast improvement over the previous mechanical systems.

Smart looks which are fairly anonymous but I like that...

Handling is excellent for a front wheel drive - torque steer isn't too noticeable but you definitely need both hands on the wheel when accelerating hard!

Personally, I think the turbo quells some of the blandness associated with the other models - the 17" rims and other minor details help (I have the 'Europa Blue' paint - which is only available on the Turbo).

Getting 30mpg which is impressive. Group 15 insurance is a major plus too! Plus got £1,000 off in the November price cuts - on top of a good discount!

Pick mine up 1st March :) he he I'm all excited, from a 2.5 Jeep Cherokee (top speed 96mph) to an Astra Turbo :)

I love my Turbo. Upgraded from an old Cavalier 2L CDI. It is the difference between a Shetland pony and a Grand National winner.

I have give it more marks on comfort, although I upgraded to the leather pack which may make the difference. This is the first car I have owned which is comfortable to drive for four or more hours.

My only gripe is the lack of a rear windscreen wiper in UK, the angle of the rear windscreen is not sufficient to clear away water by wind alone.

*UPDATE*

The vibration noise was quickly fixed by the dealer, apparently something loose behind the front bumper which was being transmitted via the front wheel arch.

Engine running in nicely, getting 30-31mpg (perhaps I should be putting my foot down a bit more? ;-)

Just hoping that Vauxhall don't Turbo-charge the 2.2i engine - that would be stunning? (~210PS?)

Scraped my alloy on a kerb, £75 to repair (£160 for a new one...)

Swapped the front-grille for an Irmsher part - loses that 'standard' Astra look from the front.

Did the Irmscher grille come from the Vauxhall dealership? I agree the grille does look a bit 'normal', and the dealer left polish on mine which makes it look worse.

Yup, the grille was sourced from my local Vauxhall dealership. I believe they are the only UK source of Irmsher parts now... Was about £100 which isn't cheap for a lump of black plastic...!

Just acquired a new exhaust for my Turbo from Sebring (90mm Twin). Gives it that meaner look, and also makes it sound much better.

Just put my deposit down on a Y-reg Astra Coupe Turbo, after taking it for a test drive. Fast even when you're not putting the pedal to the metal. Europa Blue with Black Leather and full Irmsher body kit. 12k miles. Price £13400 as an aunt got me the discount - BARGAIN. It's a shame that the body kit wasn't standard. Some of the reviews say the seats are too hard. Do you agree?

Owned one for a year. Fantastic car loads of fun to drive lays power down like you would not believe for a production car. Mine is Silver with the addition of a Spoiler. Did not want the Irmscher kit as front spoiler caught the ground when on a test drive. I've heard you can tune them further anybody done this? if so who with and did it enhance performance?

Had my Turbo for a year now and still impressed by it's performance for money. Solid build, much better than the Escort GTI I had previous.

Consumption is good for a Turbo av 32mpg on motorway.

Smooth ride the road noise is acceptable and is only due to the alloys.

No Problems with any squeaks or rattles from the interior.

Overall a damn good motor, just a shame that the styling is maybe slightly to subtle!!

I Brought my Astra Coupe Turbo one year ago now. Love it to bits, had Styling pack fitted and irmsher goodies. The Goodyear tyres seem soft or maybe my driving is too hard. I've heard Bridgestone tyres are hardrer. Also I've heard that there is an exhaust system out now that boosts power by about 10%. Plus Superchips offer a warranty to cover anything that goes wrong if you have it chipped. Small problems include squeaky rear brake and a few rattles.

Standard beats most off line and motorway. Good car for group 15.

I've had my turbo just over a year now and had no problems with at all get about 37 to gallon on motorway at 80 miles an hour so I'm happy the seats I find are quite comfy not to hard at all and also heated which is a lot better in winter overall I'm glad I brought one, but do argee about the rear wash wipe.

I to have just brought a Astra turbo on a 52 plate in Europa blue with black leather with 12500 on the clock when I saw the price I just had to go and have a look £13000 and hence it is now on my drive! Only had it just over a week and am very impressed by every thing about it. Will also agree it could do with a rear wiper and can be quit noisy on the front tyres apart from that it's a bargain comes with all the extras. Was was looking at beamers and imprezas and this I thought was a cross between the two and a lot cheaper on price and insurance would recommend one to anyone real eye catcher and loads of fun!!!

I've have just put a deposit on a ACT in titan gold with cream leather, spoiler and only 30k on the clock on a 51 plate. for £8500 I can't wait till I collect it. at only 20 I can't believe I'm getting it. but I have wanted it for a very long time. anything I need to look out for when buying it? I cannot believe the performance on this thing and how easy it is to increase. any suggestions please mail me at

riddimkilla187@yahoo.com.

I'm getting an 04 plate ACT on 15th march for 11000 thanks to dad who works at vauxhall, can't wait, current car is a 1.2 corsa sxi, think I might be in for a shock!Has anyone fitted a dump valve?Does it sound any good and which one is it?One last question, anyone fitted 18s without lowering, does it look too high?jimmy.

Not sure why you think 11k is good? I've just bought a Apr 2004 04 plate 2.2 coup for £10900 with just 7500 miles on the clock? I have a friend who works at a Vuax dealers who offered me a brand spanker for 13500 but was no point as would still lose 2.5k in less than a year!