Used Vauxhall Astra Hatchback (2004 - 2010) Also Consider Review by David Ross on 27 Nov 2006 Last Updated: 28 Aug 2009 3.5 The Vauxhall Astra is a good all-rounder that's sharply styled and easy to live with. It's not the most exciting or involving car to drive but it's safe and composed with good road manners while there's a wide range of strong diesel and petrol engines. Latest Vauxhall Astra Hatchback review Summary Driving & Performance Equipment Comfort Costs Safety & Reliability Buying & Selling Owners' Reviews Also Consider Facts & Figures Gallery Also Consider 4.5 out of 5 Ford Focus Hatchback (05-11) Good to drive, smart looking, wide choice of engines and trim levels, comfortable interior, refined ride, low emissions ECOnetic model available Boot and rear passenger space could be more practical Read full review 4 out of 5 Toyota Auris (07-13) Well equipped, good value, reliable, HSD good for emissions and fuel economy Noisy diesel engines, 1.33-litre needs working hard, lots of road noise Read full review 3.5 out of 5 Mazda 3 Hatchback (04-08) Well equipped, good to drive, decent rear passenger space Dreary and dated cabin, bland image, firm ride, lacks refinement Read full review Find other hatchback cars Back to: Owners' Reviews Continue to: Facts & Figures Car Valuations Find used car prices with Parkers accurate car valuations. Find out more Vauxhall Astra cars for sale We have 235 models like this for sale. Find Vauxhall Astra cars for sale
4.5 out of 5 Ford Focus Hatchback (05-11) Good to drive, smart looking, wide choice of engines and trim levels, comfortable interior, refined ride, low emissions ECOnetic model available Boot and rear passenger space could be more practical Read full review
4 out of 5 Toyota Auris (07-13) Well equipped, good value, reliable, HSD good for emissions and fuel economy Noisy diesel engines, 1.33-litre needs working hard, lots of road noise Read full review
3.5 out of 5 Mazda 3 Hatchback (04-08) Well equipped, good to drive, decent rear passenger space Dreary and dated cabin, bland image, firm ride, lacks refinement Read full review