2016 Vauxhall / Opel Astra first view
Although the current Astra is yet to celebrate its sixth birthday, Vauxhall and Opel have already unveiled the next-generation model.
From a styling perspective things haven’t moved on massively. However, an all-new architecture means less weight and more compact dimensions.
Indeed, this latest Astra is lighter by an average of 130 kg (286 lbs) across the range, something that should benefit economy, performance and handling.
The car’s length has shrunk by around 5.0 cm (2.0”) to 4.37 m (14’ 4”), while overall height is down by 2.6 cm (1.0”) to 1.46 m (4’ 9”). Conversely, interior space is actually better than before thanks to packaging improvements.
Full technical specs have still to be confirmed but, unsurprisingly, buyers are going to have a broad selection of engines to choose from.
With a growing resistance to diesel in some market segments, expect the advanced 103 bhp (77 kW / 105 PS) 1.0 litre three-cylinder and 143 bhp (107 kW / 145 PS) 1.4 litre four-cylinder turbocharged petrol units to receive particular attention.
The 2016 Astra, which will be built at Vauxhall’s Ellesmere Port plant, is due to make its first public appearance at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September.
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Images © General Motors.
From a styling perspective things haven’t moved on massively. However, an all-new architecture means less weight and more compact dimensions.
Indeed, this latest Astra is lighter by an average of 130 kg (286 lbs) across the range, something that should benefit economy, performance and handling.
The car’s length has shrunk by around 5.0 cm (2.0”) to 4.37 m (14’ 4”), while overall height is down by 2.6 cm (1.0”) to 1.46 m (4’ 9”). Conversely, interior space is actually better than before thanks to packaging improvements.
Full technical specs have still to be confirmed but, unsurprisingly, buyers are going to have a broad selection of engines to choose from.
With a growing resistance to diesel in some market segments, expect the advanced 103 bhp (77 kW / 105 PS) 1.0 litre three-cylinder and 143 bhp (107 kW / 145 PS) 1.4 litre four-cylinder turbocharged petrol units to receive particular attention.
The 2016 Astra, which will be built at Vauxhall’s Ellesmere Port plant, is due to make its first public appearance at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September.
Related posts:
The three-door Astra is heading to Australia
2015 Vauxhall / Opel Corsavan unveiled
Vauxhall Viva / Opel Karl first view
Images © General Motors.
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