Vauxhall Astra Hatchback
Ford Focus vs Vauxhall Astra: family hatchbacks do battle
Ford Focus vs Vauxhall Astra: family hatchbacks do battle
Compact hatches have been a staple of both brands’ line-ups for decades
27 Dec 2023
Vauxhall Astra (2015-2021) review
Vauxhall Astra (2015-2021) review
The Vauxhall Astra remains a strong contender in a talented pool of rival hatchbacks
8 Jun 2021
New Vauxhall Astra 2019 review
New Vauxhall Astra 2019 review
Can the revised Vauxhall Astra go straight to the top of the hatchback class? We find out....
30 Aug 2019
New Vauxhall Astra BiTurbo diesel 2016 review
New Vauxhall Astra BiTurbo diesel 2016 review
Our verdict on the new, more potent diesel Astra - is it worth the extra money?
27 Apr 2016
Vauxhall Astra 1.6 Turbo review
Vauxhall Astra 1.6 Turbo review
Most powerful engine in current range is worth it if you're after a Vauxhall Astra with a bit more fizz
3 Mar 2016
Vauxhall Astra Elite review
Vauxhall Astra Elite review
How does Vauxhall's impressive new Astra shape-up in top-spec Elite trim with 1.4-litre turbo petrol power?
8 Oct 2015
Vauxhall Astra 1.0-litre ECOFLEX Turbo 2015 review
Vauxhall Astra 1.0-litre ECOFLEX Turbo 2015 review
New family hatch gets 1.0-litre petrol engine, which is free to tax and returns up to 67mpg
24 Sep 2015
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New Vauxhall Astra 2015 review
New Vauxhall Astra 2015 review
First drive on UK roads proves new Astra delivers on its looks and is set to be a real class contender
21 Sep 2015
New Vauxhall Astra 2015 prototype review
New Vauxhall Astra 2015 prototype review
We get to grips with the new Vauxhall Astra in pre-production form ahead of its launch later in 2015
6 May 2015
Vauxhall celebrates five million cars at Ellesmere Port
Vauxhall celebrates five million cars at Ellesmere Port
The five millionth car will roll off the Cheshire production line at lunchtime today
9 Dec 2014
Vauxhall Astra (2009-2015) review
Vauxhall Astra (2009-2015) review
Can the Vauxhall Astra hold its own in the competitive family hatch segment with good looks and a classy cabin?
12 Aug 2014
Vauxhall Astra 1.7 CDTi review
Vauxhall Astra 1.7 CDTi review
A plush cabin and sharp looks help the Vauxhall Astra 1.7 CDTi keep pace with family hatch rivals
6 Aug 2014
Vauxhall Astra SRi 1.6 CDTi review
Vauxhall Astra SRi 1.6 CDTi review
New Vauxhall Astra SRi 1.6 CDTi promises mixture of strong efficiency and great refinement
28 Mar 2014
Vauxhall Astra: 18 speed records and counting
Vauxhall Astra: 18 speed records and counting
Vauxhall Astra breaks 18 world and UK speed records following attempt at the end of last year
8 Jan 2014
Auto Express and the record-breaking Vauxhall Astra
Auto Express and the record-breaking Vauxhall Astra
The exhilarating highs and daunting lows as we bid to set an endurance world record in a regular, everyday Vauxhall Astra
22 Oct 2013
Win this record-breaking Vauxhall Astra
Win this record-breaking Vauxhall Astra
Find out how this £22,000 world-record breaking Vauxhall Astra could be yours
22 Oct 2013
Vauxhall Astra BiTurbo
Vauxhall Astra BiTurbo
We review the Astra BiTurbo, a sporty five-door Astra powered by a 2.0-litre bi-turbodiesel
1 Jul 2013
Vauxhall reveals radical new engine strategy
Vauxhall reveals radical new engine strategy
Vauxhall will introduce 13 new engines and several new gearboxes by 2016 - and we've driven the prototypes
17 Apr 2013
Vauxhall Astra vs Ford Focus
Vauxhall Astra vs Ford Focus
They're two of the best-selling new cars in the UK, but which is better - the Ford Focus or Vauxhall Astra?
27 Dec 2012
Vauxhall Astra BiTurbo
Vauxhall Astra BiTurbo
We drive the hot new diesel Vauxhall Astra, which is the star of the facelifted range
30 Aug 2012
Watchdog: Astra recall fix fails
Watchdog: Astra recall fix fails
Vauxhall refuses to pay out when recall fix to leaky Astra radiator fails, leaving one owner facing a £2,300 repair bill
25 Jul 2012
Vauxhall Astra VXR video review
Vauxhall Astra VXR video review
We give our verdict on the Vauxhall Astra VXR, the most powerful hot hatch you can buy
6 Jul 2012
Vauxhall Astra VXR
Vauxhall Astra VXR
Verdict on the new turbocharged Vauxhall Astra VXR, which delivers on its bold looks with huge pace and sharp handling
11 Jun 2012
Vauxhall Astra GTC
Vauxhall Astra GTC
Turbo Astra GTC is the hottest version of the three-door yet, and it’s also the best
6 Feb 2012
Vauxhall Astra ecoFLEX
Vauxhall Astra ecoFLEX
We drive the new Astra ecoFLEX that dips under the magic 100g/km mark
1 Feb 2012
Vauxhall Astra GTC vs rivals
Vauxhall Astra GTC vs rivals
The Vauxhall Astra has got sexy at last. But is sleek new GTC the best three-door hatch?
16 Nov 2011
Vauxhall Astra GTC 1.4 Turbo SRi
Vauxhall Astra GTC 1.4 Turbo SRi
Does the entry-level petrol Astra GTC measure up to the new coupe’s sporting image?
14 Nov 2011
Vauxhall Astra GTC
Vauxhall Astra GTC
Diesel version of new three-door Astra GTC is sharp to drive and efficient
21 Oct 2011
Vauxhall Astra GTC
Vauxhall Astra GTC
We drive a prototype of Vauxhall's three-door performance hatch on UK roads ahead of its on sale date in November
20 Jul 2011
Vauxhall Astra GTC
Vauxhall Astra GTC
We get an exclusive look behind the wheel of Vauxhall's Paris show star - the GTC concept previews the new Astra VXR - so what's it like up close?
11 Feb 2011
Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer vs rivals
Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer vs rivals
Practical and stylish new Astra Sports Tourer meets key rivals.
4 Jan 2011
Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer
Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer
Is this enlarged version of the Astra king of the load in the family car class? We get behind the wheel of the British firm's latest flexible estate t…
29 Oct 2010
Vauxhall Astra review
Vauxhall Astra review
The latest Astra is aiming for top honours in one of the most hotly contested sectors of the market.
26 Feb 2010
Vauxhall Astra vs rivals
Vauxhall Astra vs rivals
We pitch Vauxhall’s crucial new Astra against leading rivals in six key areas for hatch buyers. Read our new-look road test results...
13 Nov 2009