Of course, competing against models like the Volkswagen Golf and Ford Focus, comfort and economy will only get the car so far. The front bumper has been angled to push air past the turbulent wheels and down the sides of the car. Make no mistake, the Astra’s stock 1.6-liter turbocharged engine with 180 horsepower is no slouch by every definition of the word. Opel did poorly during several seasons of DTM as only Manuel Reuter placed significantly in the championship once, taking second in the inaugural season in 2000. but quite comfortable, roomy and practical when not testing out the "G" meter! Front and rear head curtain airbags and front seat-mounted torso airbags were standard.[36]. Travel towards the back of the car and you will see a new roof spoiler to help with the design flow. [49] Externally, it retains very few design elements of the old 5-door model. A carbon-fiber engine cover helps dress up the engine bay that itself is covered by a carbon-fiber hood. This model will be offered in both 3- and 5-door versions and will make its world debut in September at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show. Opel has officially unveiled the new Astra Sports Tourer even though the public debut has been set the Paris Auto Show in September. It will feature the very best of Opel’s latest technology, as well as unique chassis features. All of the tests done at the Nurburgring race track proved that the OPC is ready for any extreme driving. The successor to the Saturn Astra in the North American General Motors lineup was the Buick Verano, introduced for the 2012 model year. In order to improve the stability a new suspension kit was installed lowering the vehicle with up to 35 mm. While the Astra F finished production in Germany in 1998, Polish-built Astras remained on offer in Central and Eastern Europe, as well as Turkey, with the name Astra Classic from 1998 to 2002. Think about the current three door then think about where the new car will go.". It has a 6 speed sequential and manual With that said, take a look at our full review and let us know what you think about it in the comments below. It shared the powertrain with the Astra G, except when equipped with the 2.4 engine, and it was inserted above the Astra in both markets. On the interior Irmscher added a leather package for the seats, door panels and central armrests, matte aluminium door-locking pins and sport pedals. Of course elements like LED running lights / tail lights and rides on 21-inch rims won’t make it to production, but the concept its just pure beauty. The funny part about a debut in September is that full details, including pricing, technology, equipment, and powertrains for the vehicle, will be revealed on June 7th, around the same time Opel will begin taking orders for the car. OPEL Astra Limited Edition 1.4T A/T for R423 000 *. Opel Astra H Caravan (rear, pre-facelift), Opel Astra H Caravan (rear, post-facelift), Holden Astra 5 door (Australia) post-facelift. On the exterior, Astra VXR will feature a a ground-hugging bodykit and massive air intakes at the front, as well as a diffuser-style rear bumper, complete with a central exhaust. The usual convention would have started with Astra A, if the Astra had been considered a separate model. Gull wing doors, space frames and other components are very strong The Irmsher Opel Astra is made possible by an LPG conversion kit boosting the output of the 1.6-liter turbocharged engine to a sporty 180 HP. Opel will bring back the GSI name in October at the 2010 Paris Auto Show where they will unveil a new top version for the very successful Astra. Top speed Opel unveiled at the Essen Motor Show, the Astra OPC Nurburgring-Edition, a limited edition that express the respect that Opel has for the ’most charming’ race track in the world. As an option, the customer can choose designer strips to be placed down the sides in silver or anthracite along with stainless steel door handle plates. The car finished second in class on the 1998 Rally of Great Britain, and claimed the British Rally Championship for manufacturers in 2000. Aside from the South Africa-only 200t S, the lead model was the GSi – a 2.0 L I4 16V petrol injected model with 151 hp (110 kW), available as a three-door only. £720.00. The next Astra will also be sold in USA as a Saturn. The vehicle’s head designer, Malcolm Ward said that the factory hot rod “will be a very dramatic execution and very, very close to the sketch. new side skirts, a new roof Viruss spoiler, a new rear bumper with 2 slotted vents and new exhaust cutters. Get upfront price offers on local inventory. Since its release in 1979, it has evolved into six derivatives. The GTC has the option of a windscreen called "panoramic windscreen" (unique for a production car at the time of its launch) which extends into the roof area. That kind of longevity may be surprising for a station wagon these days, but the Astra Sports Tourer is different, largely because Opel heavily relies on its enduring popularity and its reputation as one of the best wagons in the market today. It was sold through Chevrolet dealers in Russia, while Opel dealers were selling the newer Opel Astra H. Sales were poor from the start due to high pricing: the only version launched was equipped with a 1.8L engine with an above-average trim level, placing the Viva's price above the Toyota Corolla. The new Astra line-up will be full of options. “The Astra is synonymous with Opel. The sporty look will be accentuated by 19-inch alloys, a roof spoiler and a range of bright body colors. accelerate from 0 to 100 km/hr. It was available as a three or five-door hatchback, four-door saloon, five-door estate (in Opel tradition, known as a "Caravan") and two special versions from 2000: the Astra Coupé and the Astra Cabrio, both of them designed and built by Bertone. The Astra TwinTop has a three-part folding metal roof which sits in the upper half of the boot space, leaving considerable luggage space below it. Until now, we’ve only seen spy images of the standard model, but today our spy photographers have also caught a facelifted GTC out for a testing session. A few weeks ago, our spy photographers were able to capture a series of spy shots for the upcoming Opel Astra sedan, but it seems as though Opel is also preparing a facelift version for their hatchback version. With an all-new and lighter architecture, the new Astra also benefits from the latest engines like a 1.6-liter oil burner with 95 horsepower, a 1.0-liter with 105 horsepower, and a 1.4-liter with 145 horsepower. The new Steinmetz parts have been developed to fit harmoniously into the overall image and are made with the usual high quality. It will be limited to only 835 units and will go on sale early next year. Recent spy shots suggest that Opel is preparing a sports coupe version of their most successful model on the market, the Astra. This included revised bumpers and grills and very minor changes to the headlights . The only other available automatic transmission, at the beginning of production, is the 6-speed with active select mode, which can be ordered in late 2015, for the 1.4 SIDI Turbo with 150 PS, and 1.6 CDTI with 136 PS. The saloon version of the Astra was first presented at the 2012 Moscow International Automobile Salon. The Astra GTC was awarded a 5 star rating for its performance under Euro NCAP safety tests. For 5 years with only R1 deposit and no ballon payment.