The Vauxhall Astra hatchback first arrived as a 1980 model to replace the Viva. Built at Ellesmere Port in the UK for generations, Vauxhall has made more than four million models and exported them around the world. As one of the most popular models in the UK, the Astra is now in its eighth generation and is consistently updated to maintain its competitiveness and popularity.
Used Vauxhall Astra cars for sale
Why buy a used Vauxhall Astra?
If you're in the market for a car that's stylish, affordable and fun to drive, then a used Vauxhall Astra is a great choice. As a staple used family car in the UK, there are plenty of used Astra models available to buy second-hand. Drivers and passengers alike will enjoy the interior space, practical boot and various high-tech features that come as standard on this great value car, which is available as both a hatchback and an estate.
Latest used Vauxhall Astra
Vauxhall, Astra
2020 - Vauxhall Astra
Reduced
£14,495
Finance available £301 pm
*Representative example
- 1.5L
- Miles
24.3K
- Diesel
- Manual
- Hatchback
Moravian Motors
Vauxhall, Astra
2016 (66) - Vauxhall Astra
Low Mileage
£7,854
Finance available £153 pm
*Representative example
- 1.4L
- Miles
34.6K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Hatchback
Renault Retail Group Romford
Vauxhall, Astra
2013 (63) - Vauxhall Astra
Low Mileage
£2,750
Finance available £39 pm
*Representative example
- 1.4L
- Miles
72.0K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Hatchback
Northeast Runabouts
Vauxhall, Astra
2019 - Vauxhall Astra
£14,999
- 1.4L
- Miles
4.8K
- Petrol
- Semi Auto
- Estate
Vauxhall, Astra
2014 (64) - Vauxhall Astra
Reduced
£2,999
Finance available £44 pm
*Representative example
- 1.4L
- Miles
108.0K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Hatchback
Palmerston Motors
Vauxhall, Astra
2016 (66) - Vauxhall Astra
£2,000
Finance available £22 pm
*Representative example
- 1.6L
- Miles
183.0K
- Diesel
- Manual
- Estate
Heaton Vehicle Sales 1
Vauxhall, Astra
2022 - Vauxhall Astra
Low Mileage
£19,998
- 1.6L
- Miles
12.7K
- Hybrid - Petrol/Electric
- Automatic
- Hatchback
Arnold Clark Click & Collect Heathrow
Vauxhall, Astra
2020 - Vauxhall Astra
Low Mileage
£11,498
- 1.2L
- Miles
24.3K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Hatchback
Arnold Clark Fiat / Motorstore (Stourbridge)
Vauxhall, Astra
2017 - Vauxhall Astra
Low Mileage
£10,395
- 1.4L
- Miles
27.6K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Estate
WJ King Trade Centre Tylney Road
Vauxhall, Astra
2023 (23) - Vauxhall Astra
Low Mileage
£22,995
Finance available £451 pm
*Representative example
- 1.2L
- Miles
5.2K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Hatchback
Vauxhall, Astra
2016 (66) - Vauxhall Astra
£6,990
- 1.4L
- Miles
63.7K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Hatchback
Tiley of Bristol
Vauxhall, Astra
2015 (15) - Vauxhall Astra
£4,695
Finance available £82 pm
*Representative example
- 1.6L
- Miles
78.0K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Hatchback
Platinum Car Centre
Vauxhall, Astra
2017 (17) - Vauxhall Astra
£7,650
Finance available £148 pm
*Representative example
- 1.4L
- Miles
63.6K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Hatchback
Vauxhall, Astra
2022 - Vauxhall Astra
£19,998
- 1.2L
- Miles
20.6K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Hatchback
Arnold Clark Click & Collect Sydenham
Vauxhall, Astra
2013 (63) - Vauxhall Astra
Reduced
£2,995
Finance available £44 pm
*Representative example
- 1.4L
- Miles
94.1K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Hatchback
Ignition Motors Ltd
Vauxhall, Astra
2010 (10) - Vauxhall Astra
Reduced
£1,995
- 1.8L
- Miles
116.0K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Hatchback
Showroom Cars
Vauxhall Astra snapshot review
Pros
- Good to drive
- Affordable pricing
- Stylish looks
Cons
- Could come with more standard safety kit
- Interior starting to show its age on older models
- Lacks badge appeal
Vauxhall Astra by type
Used Vauxhall Astra information
Engines and transmissions
Vauxhall has offered various engines with the Astra. Drivers could choose from electric, hybrid, petrol and diesel, with a manual or automatic gearbox and standard front-wheel drive across the lineup.
Electric- New electric model has a 54kWh battery that produces 153bhp and a 0-60mph of 8.9 seconds.
- Estimated driving range per charge is up to 260 miles.
- With a 100kW rapid charger, charging can take as little as 26 minutes to reach up to 80%.
- 1.2-litre offers two outputs, either 108bhp or 128bhp, with the more powerful offering a 0-60mph time of 9.4 seconds and a top speed of 130mph.
- Older models include a 103bhp 1.0-litre, a 98 or 147bhp 1.4-litre, and a 197bhp turbocharged 1.6-litre.
- Plug-in hybrid models output either 177bhp or 222bhp, both with about 35 miles of electric-only driving.
- 1.5-litre four-cylinder makes 128bhp and a 0-60mph time of 10.6 seconds.
- Older 103bhp 1.5-litre was the most efficient with a rating of 65.7mpg.
- Previous versions offered a 1.6-litre, with power ranging between 108bhp and 197bhp.
Practicality
This hatchback provides more room than it appears from the outside, offering a versatile option for busy families.
Interior space- Spacious front seats provide room for the tallest passengers.
- Large amount of headroom in the backseat, with outer seats better suited for adults.
- Available fold-down armrest for middle back seat adds more comfort.
- 422-litre boot with petrol or diesel configurations.
- 352-litre boot comes with hybrid models.
- 60:40 split rear seats expand space up to 1,389 litres.
- Five-door hatchback model is standard configuration.
- Five-door estate is also available, providing more luggage space thanks to a larger boot.
- Three-door hatchback is available from previous generations.
- Two-door convertible was discontinued several generations ago.
- Four-door saloon has been discontinued since the third generation.
- Two-door saloon was only available during the first generation.
Safety
- Four-star rating given by Euro NCAP in 2022, meaning the Astra is well up to date in terms of safety levels.
- 82% rating for child occupants and 80% for adult occupants.
- Standard safety kit includes automatic emergency braking, speed sign recognition, driver drowsiness alert, parking sensors, lane departure warning and lane keep assist.
Technology
- Pure Panel infotainment screen combines touchscreen and driver display.
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone mirroring come standard on newer models.
- Available wireless charging pad removes the need for smartphone cables.
Vauxhall Astra generations
Sixth Generation (2021 to Present)
- Fuel type:
- Diesel / Full Electric / Not Supplied / Petrol
- Engine Size:
- 1.6
- MPG:
- Acceleration:
- 7.5 - 11.3 seconds
- Boot space:
- 352 - 597 L capacity
- NCAP Safety rating:
- 4 / 5 stars
Greenest
115kW GS 54kWh 5dr Auto
Cheapest
1.2 Turbo Design 5dr
Fastest
1.6 Plug-in Hybrid GSe 5dr Auto
Fifth Generation (2015 to 2022)
- Fuel type:
- Diesel / Petrol
- Engine Size:
- 1 - 1.6
- MPG:
- 42 - 85
- Acceleration:
- 6.6 - 13.1 seconds
- Boot space:
- 370 - 540 L capacity
- NCAP Safety rating:
- 5 / 5 stars
Greenest
1.0T 12V ecoFLEX Design 5dr Easytronic
Cheapest
1.4i 16V Design 5dr
Fastest
1.6T 16V 200 SRi 5dr
Fourth Generation (2009 to 2015)
- Fuel type:
- Diesel / Petrol
- Engine Size:
- 1.2 - 2
- MPG:
- 38 - 78
- Acceleration:
- 7.8 - 14 seconds
- Boot space:
- 351 - 500 L capacity
- NCAP Safety rating:
- 5 / 5 stars
Greenest
1.4i 16V S 5dr
Cheapest
1.4i 16V Expression 5dr
Fastest
2.0 CDTi 16V Bi-Turbo 5dr
Used Vauxhall Astra information
Used Vauxhall Astra FAQ's
Which is the most popular engine in the Vauxhall Astra?
The petrol engines have been the most popular, with some people choosing the smaller options for maximum fuel efficiency and others opting for more output to create faster acceleration.
Which are the most popular trim levels?
Today's Astra comes in three trims: Design, GS and Ultimate. However, the most popular is an older variant, the SRi. These models had larger 17-inch alloy wheels, LED headlights, sports seats, and a Driver Assistance Pack with lane keep assist and autonomous emergency braking.
What optional extras should I look out for?
Customers should look out for the panoramic sunroof, which creates an open feel to the cabin, allowing in more light. There's also a heated windscreen and Alcantara suede seats that add an upmarket feel to the vehicle. We also recommend looking for models equipped with 360-degree parking camera, which makes reverse and parallel parking a breeze.
Is the Vauxhall Astra a good family car?
Yes, the Astra has the space needed to carry a family and the boot space required to haul everyone's gear. The hatchback models are perfectly fine, but the estate versions add an extra layer of practicality thanks to a bigger boot.
Is there a hybrid version of the Vauxhall Astra?
A plug-in hybrid variant of the Astra was released for the latest generation, creating more efficiency and plenty of power. There are also all-electric Astra options, known as the Astra Electric, with a maximum driving range that reaches up to 260 miles per charge.
Is the Vauxhall Astra available as an automatic?
Vauxhall has produced the Astra with both automatic and manual gearboxes. As the manual is more affordable, there are far more used manual Astras available than automatic, but both should be found easily in the used car market.
Is there a four-wheel drive version available?
No, the Astra has never been made with four-wheel drive. For all eight generations, the Astra has only been available with front-wheel drive, for maximum fuel affordability and fuel efficiency.
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