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 Practicality 3.5/5
Vauxhall Astra
Vauxhall Astra
The Astra should be a fairly inexpensive car to run which is surprising given the fact that it is a convertible that offers decent performance. The initial purchase price is very reasonable considering all the car offers, and servicing and fuel costs should be low as well.

The Vauxhall Astra cabin provides good passenger space. The boot is oddly shaped, but can hold a good deal. Taller passengers may find legroom inadequate in the rear. Average sized passengers should have no problem getting comfortable in the rear seats.

The Vauxhall Astra instruments and displays are clear and easy to read. A good quality look and feel. There isn’t anything too fancy or difficult to figure out in the cabin, and the features that are there are functional and logically located.

The Vauxhall Astra Sport model fitted with the diesel engine provides a better ride quality than the petrol options. The car’s seats are supportive and comfortable. The driving position could have been better but is adequate for comfort.

Accessibility to the Astra's cabin is really good, especially with the roof down. Access with the roof up is only slightly impeded, and the rear seats contain a tilt and slide mechanism that improves access to the rear seats. Access to the car’s boot is also good.

The Astra can be a little difficult to reverse park due to limited rear visibility. Parking sensors are available from the options list, and make life much easier. Of course, visibility is unhindered with the top down and make parking much easier.
 
 
 Life Style 4/5
Vauxhall Astra
Vauxhall Astra
The Astra’s appeal comes from the car’s ability to offer plenty of torque with the six-speed gearbox, making it easy to accellerate and gather speed. The car offers good handling and steering. The Astra’s grip is also good and the car handles road imperfections well.

This may not be the best family vehicle. Larger passengers will find rear seating cramped. For a smaller family with young kids it might work. Other than that it would make a better second car.

The Astra would make an excellent first car for those who could afdford it. Limited rae visibility may be an issue for more novice drivers, and the car comes with a higher purchase price and insurance rates. Other than that the car’s drivability could suit a new driver.

The Astra boasts a good standard of quality throughout. The materials have a quality look and feel, and the car’s roof is well-designed and easy to operate. The car’s attracxtive exterior style will do much to boost the car’s image.
 
 
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