Vauxhall (Opel) Astra Hatchback 2018 in-depth review | Mat Watson Reviews
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- Опубліковано 16 чер 2024
- Vauxhall (or Opel) most recently declared that one in four Brits have owned or driven a Vauxhall Astra, so with this is mind will the new Astra live up to the self proclaimed hype? In such a competitive class can the Vauxhall Astra keep up with the likes of the ultra popular Volkswagen Golf or Ford Focus? Watch our full review and find out what Mat thinks, you might be pleasantly surprised by this hatchback.
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@urbex2007 timing chain noise on starts from tensioner building pressure. Classic problems in timing chain tensioner. Hopefully it is not falling apart like most VW or Daimlers
They removed watt's linkage after 2016 from some wariants (1.6 cdti, 1.4 turbo) have you heard it???
I'm thinking of getting the 1L turbo of this. How is this on the motorway? Will it struggle and overwork the engine or is it ok?
One thing we didn't mention. Using the OnStar remote alarm trigger app on your phone is an absolutely brilliant way to troll colleagues who have taken the car on a camping trip for the weekend. At 2am. How to not make friends.
LOL
Can you do a review of the Citroën C4 Cactus?
A class 2017 review?
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carwow when are you going to review the new fiat tipo hatchback ?
Sometimes my impression of a car gets ruined when Matt says it has below average boot space. Then I have to remind myself that I only use the boot of my car once every Ice age.
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haha so true bro
Ha, yes I'm like that with bottle holders in the doors. 'Damn it, I can't jam a 2 litre bottle of water in my passenger side door. What the hell? Oh wait, I don't ever need to do that.'
I need a good boot for my mobility scooter lol first think I look at in a car the boot.
I’ve just test driven the 2016 1.4 turbo elite today and it’s the best car I’ve looked at. So much bang for your buck! Heated seats front and back, heated steering wheel. Full leather. Sat nav. Relatively quick with good mpg… the list goes on. I was so impressed that I’ve put a deposit on it and pick it up next week!
Another great review, thanks, love the humour aspect!
The interior is just the best in its class, clean yet good looking and easy to use. Also the touchscreen isn’t stuck on the dashboard but it’s nicely integrated into the centre console.
takes a round water bottle and roles it over the ridges and then says it doesn't work very well.Thats like kicking a football and saying that"why dosent the ground stop the ball from rolling"
lol yeah
such great simple yet enjoyable reviews
I don't really subscribe to car review channel but this channel is an exception. Mat is really funny and his reviews are genuine!
I really like astras i have a 04 one and I think its brilliant. They are just so well built and good to drive. Ill definitely buy another astra after this one.
Very well done on the videos Mat, really liking them! Just wondering but could you do a review of the Land Rover Discovery 4 and (or) the Range Rover Sport?
Matt you are THE BEST!! Car youtuber!! Love you videos and you make them FUN to see
I've had focus, golf, prev gen astras. This gen is my favourite car. Its very punchy, fun to drive, and has everything I need.
I loveee opel cars, the driving experience is so good. I’ve owned a 2015 Corsa 1.0T 5dr 85kW, was the heaviest in its class but was very energetic to carry its own weight and 5 people and the boot full going over inclines smoothly, I wish I could say the same about the lazy Kia Rio and i20. Also was smooth and quiet with loads of features. I loaded all optional extras such as blind spot monitor imagine that in thin segment and in 2015 and auto parking assist, reverse and parallel parking I loved it and called it “my attention seeker🤪” and many other features such as auto stop start, hill start assist which were I think were std features. Big value
I loved this car. And I love the electric music in your videos
Man, do you even profit from this videos? I mean, they are incredible! Has all the information needed!
This new Astra looks fantastic. Definitely going to be considering it.
Love my 2011 ASTRA Elite, one of the best cars I have ever had.
Armrest in the rear are available as Optional and the backrest is divided in three parts
and folds electromagnetically with a button in the luggage, it is the only 5-d in
this class with this equipment.
Double floor with flat load floor is available as optional with spare tire.
Mat you're the best at reviewing cars according to me so thumps up and keep up the good work
Thanks for the kind words
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The front is the best part in my opinion, at last Vauxhall have got their styling act together.
When the astra was in Mexico (2006) was an incredible and now that there's no more there I would love that that car was here
Your reviews are brilliant and I have one final request. Please do a review of Jaguar XJ
I've seen astra at local dealer, and it looks a bit expansive even in middle trims. You can have full led lights etc. but there isn't light in front glowebox and no air vents for rear passangers, this is step backward to previous model which had those features, so for me it was like they made a new car as cheap as possible and just added lots of new toys but forget about basic ones.
the green t-shirt at the closing part looks nice on you buddy !
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Hey Mat, are these all the compacts you were going to test? Or are you going to test more than 3 cars from segment this time? I am really interested what you think about Mazda 3.
It looks so much better compared to the last two generations, sound like a good allrounder this one.
Proper water bottle asmr on all matts reviews😭😭😭
I want you to do a review of the face lifted golf as soon as you can. I have a current mk 7 and im wanting the facelifted gtd next.
To be fair, the rear arm rest and false floor are still available as relatively inexpensive options, and the false floor comes as standard on the estate, which's boot space rivals the Skoda Octavia.
Mat the only thing that I would add is that at night the slanted rear window reflects alot of the light at night so it can make it difficult to see from the back
Great review but having driven the petrol Astra's. I'd recommend the 1.0 litre over any of the others. Really smooth and fast enough.
For about £90 you can get a second boot floor for you’re Astra from Vauxhall, adds storage boxes to the bottom of the boot and creates a second floor removing the lip but leaving a generous amount of space for shopping and luggage etc. Takes literally 5 minutes to fit it.
That engine noise looool that sounds like a dying horse GS Vauxhall hats off to yous for acing the engine 😂 and nice review as always Mat!
In Belgium it's possible to get it with an adjustable load floor in the boot. In essence I think they just wanted to make it as big/deep as possible while the high load lip in all newer models is due to compatibility engineering. They want to make the bumper cross members higher so it wouldn't go under an SUV in case of a crash. Also, the big bumpers are made of plastic which is cheaper to produce and Insurance companies like it better because they get less parking dents repair bills. That's another reason why newer models seem to have high loading sills at the boot.
Finally, while development used to be focused on the hatchback or standard model, nowadays some manufacturers want to sell more estate cars which drives them to invest more in the estate version, especially on practicality innovations.
Mat - Could you review the current VW Golf SE Diesel? I know you have done an 'R' review, would be great to see your opinions on the standard model!
picking up my new astra today
It looks the best in its class.
ill give this Opel a thumbs up
This car is great and all but I’ve got a sticky clutch problem and my local Vauxhall showroom couldn’t find a problem. It’s a 1.4 Turbo Elite Nav btw
have you done the BMW 4 metal-convertible and Citroen c6 reviews?
I recently brought the 2016 1.4 turbo elite 150bhp..i absolutely love it.. 👌
Since having this, have you had many issues? I only ask as people say Vauxhall are really unreliable and have issues.
I just bought one today with 29k on the clock. Amazing value for money!
@@taylorthrall7321 this astra K gave me nothing but headache but i was probably unlucky😂 because they got good reviews all over the net
Can you please post new Zafira review please? Thank you !
Pls do a review of the Ford Fiesta
It's beautiful... What colour is this?
“There’s no false floor” you can order one for about £100 from Vauxhall either with the spare wheel or on its own with handy storage compartments. There is a rear arm rest on elite Nav models. Also on Elite Navs both the front and rear seats are heated and there’s USB charging ports in the rear as well as the front.
this start up engine sound is hilarious
Hello Mat, you never mention anything about opels automatic transmision. Should I go for the automatic model or manul in opels cars?
I do trade plate movement of cars every day...I've driven nearly everything apart from exotics..and I can honestly say this car is very gd..quick quiet economical practical and well built...what else do u need? Not sure if its reliable tho....
Had a 2014 diesel, loved it, just wasn't good anymore for me when I stopped travelling large distances, DPF clogged all the time.
Now have a Corsa, it's 'OK', just not as comfortable and quick as the Astra was, but a petrol, something I now need.
I’m thinking about buying an Astra J with automatic transmission. What are your experiences with the gearbox and the car? Would you recommend it? The one I would buy is 1362cm3 140HP petrol engine.
One of the smartest nicer looking hot hatches out there right now
cant wait to see the vxr version
Central LCD screen should be adjustable, so you could turn it towards you when you drive. Side windows are strangely small, not making a good impression, it's a bit claustrophobic inside. From the outside car looks really nice, event from the front.
Vauxhall is so underrated I own one and they r very good and good to mod they could easily compete with higher spec cars!
Since having this, have you had many issues? I only ask as people say Vauxhall are really unreliable and have issues.
@@taylorthrall7321 bought 2017, 38k miles, done 6k miles and within a year compression issue needing new engine , found out it was known issue and vauxhall just keeps scamming people rather than calling back their vehicles
P.S. loving the videos!
Have this car love it
so sorry for bothering guys, i just have a quick question what is that black thingy behind the gear lever ? at 2:58 , right under the climate change controls ? i've been in an astra and that was a little empty space, i hope someone will see this and will be able to give me an answer. Great review as always Matt, you are the car channel i watch the most when it comes down to reviews, cause i know that i get all the information i need in them! So keep up the great work!!
I have to admit, it has improved
Nice car but I have the feeling that they did use the blueprint of a golf 6 to create the front and interior of the car. Great review btw, as always very pleasant to watch :D
How long till top gear come calling?
+carwow Matt, please make the laying down in the rear with the rear seats folded down test. I use to sleep in my car when I'm tired on the road. It would be pretty interesting to know if you can lay there for an hour or so before continuing the journey. Thank you
Mat you are the best!
Mat do a head to head of that, the new golf and brand new focus please
the start was funny, great effort Mat
That bread toss took a few takes
+carwow what do you edit using?
Hi..love your video:) would lovely see if you review the Opel Astra 2020 Innovation...thank you;)
I wonder whether it will catch fire so many other Vauxhall cars have recently?
would you guys pick the vauxhall astra over the ford focus or honda civic?
I love my Astra biT. Curiously mine does have a rear arm rest. And the matrix lights are amazing. Not sure the AEB works though.
Since having this, have you had many issues? I only ask as people say Vauxhall are really unreliable and have issues.
I own a 2010 Astra 1.6 lt turbo 180hp and I love it. No serious problems till now and it handles great. The only problem is the fuel economy.
I had a 2018 astra 1.6 turbo petrol with 197 bhp, Only had it 5 months wasn’t great on fuel especially if you have a heavy right foot like me. 🤣 Great car to drive though.
please do the Sports Tourer version
I’ve been in one the most luxurious interior of its class
So are we going right ahead and buy it or shortlist this thing?
I rented opel astra for a business trip. First impression was that it felt a little cheap. But after 1 day i dell in love with it. Nippy engine, comfortable, low consumption. Awesome car.
Vauxhall
@@louisbeerreviews8964 Maybe his was Opel badged, as they are in continental Europe
i've currently got a 2015 corsa black limited edition and want more of an upgrade with better performance, looking at a astra and also a polo. what would be a good upgrade and something for around £150 a month?
Not going to lie, the backend looks kind of like an Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
it looks nice
go get your eyes tested
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YOU DONT LIE, LOTS OF MANUFACTERS COPY GM PROJECTS...
I like all of it even now in 2021 it's not as striking as a Mazda 3 or Toyota Corolla or Audi A3 but still quite handsome
Only way to solve the boot space problem is to buy the Estate or station wagon (Oarstralia) which solves the problem of having to buy a medium sized car.
Does the new range use the same hyperstrut suspension set up of the GTC? I own a gtc 165, and it drives great, I mean really good, quick enough loads of torque (350nm), and corners really flat, but isn't to stiff to enjoy the wife. It is let down only by is dated dashboard.
Mat: click alarm from the phone, add a beat and start bouncing!!! :D
Got my partner one of these, excellent car all the way round, auto gearbox is a bit sluggish and the 136 BHP diesel engine sounds a bit vanny (does go well mind), other than that very happy with it.
Good review mate! I bought mid year 2018 release of this car recently. It’s s real beauty to drive and own - Agree and recommend buying one higher spec version than base which comes with AEB, lane assist, etc. 10/10 this car. Opel have taken things up a few notch with this! Impressed!
Since having this, have you had many issues? I only ask as people say Vauxhall are really unreliable and have issues.
@@taylorthrall7321 None at all. If you are thinking of buying the astra wait for the new astra 2022 release. Looks sensational!
Hi Mat! I love watching your reviews and I want to buy a hatchback (I live in Sweden), but I just cannot decide. I want quiet car since roads in Sweden can be horrible, somewhat fun to drive and that has a decent interior. So....what should I get? I like Mazda 3 a lot but I fear it might be too noisy. Golf seems nice but its pricey while Leon/Astra seem like a really good value cars for money. I have tested Civic too but that rear end is just about to ugliest thing I have seen in my life....Let me know what you (and rest of you) think.
What did you bought Casstel ? Cause 4 years later i also search for quiet and fun to drive affordable vehicle of that era 😀
Opel don't always make desirable cars but I gotta admit this thing is super pretty!
I still feel that the previous Astra was better looking on the outside... Having said that I'm warming to this and having been in a few, they're mighty impressive and leaps and bounds better than the last one!
What about the 1.6 turbo petrol 200 hp version? is that not available in the uk? I wonder how does that fare against the warm hatch competition.
Yeah it is available.
Perhaps covering more of the range would be a good idea? 1.4 Turbo...or buy the VXR and screw the consumption?
Bought this yesterday 😁😁.
Talk about small rear windows what ever happened to the requirement of being able to escape easily in the event of a door failure after an accident, flip or submergence ?
Hi Mat, i am looking at the 1.6 diesel SRI nav version in automatic. how is the automatic in these as i will be doing long 30k a year miles for work?
Please do a review of the new face lifted Alfa Romeo giulietta.
Can you review a bit more the Headlamps on other cars? ( Of corse only if they are sophisticated)
I’ve got an extra k elite nav. I have rear seat armrest. So don’t know why he hasn’t mentioned the other models......
Astra K is an excellent value for money. The 1.0. turbo engine is plenty fast for the average person. Also, the LED Matrix headlights are great during dark winter months! Looks great too.
I'm thinking of getting the 1L turbo of this. How is this on the motorway? Will it struggle and overwork the engine or is it ok?
@@LN7747 I’ve just taken on a 1.0t tourer estate. I don’t feel short of power in any situation. It has a lot of torque.
@@BrooksterMax thank you mate
how is the ride without wattslink ? (MY 16.5 +..)
Very beautiful car
Good review. Will there be a A-Class or Golf review anytime soon?
Yes, we've filmed both.
+carwow wheres the astra and golf comparison then. If the astra don't whip the golfs ass its just a case of badge snobbery imo
I would imagine the VXR will be pretty cool when that gets released.
There is no VXR version of the new Astra yet.
I have the 1.6 petrol turbo vx line 200 bhp 147 mph top speed and 0-60 in 6.6 seconds not vxr performance but it’s fun especially in sports mode
There not going to make another vxr
@@doughroasterbushcraftandsu3947 is it 6.6 seconds or 7.4 because its says 7.4 on auto trader but 6.6 on some but both have 200hp
@@apollo8064 might be differences between the estate/sports tourer version vs the hatchback?
What car is better for you? Renault megane 1.2 tce 130 ps or Vauxhall astra 1.400 150 ps. Thanks :)
Pls do a review of Jaguar F Pace