Is the 2.0-litre Opel Astra any good?

Is the Opel Astra 2.0-litre CDTi auto a good car?

Gerard Cluskey (Drogheda)

Feb 2016 Filed under: choosing used car

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Expert answer

Hi Gerard,

Depends on the year. If it's post-2008 and especially if it's a GTC coupe then yes, it's lovely - nice to drive, punchy and frugal. If it's an older model then it's going to be pricey to tax and it'll be hard to shift on again as the market doesn't generally like hatchbacks with big engines. The coupe version kind of sidesteps that issue a little. 

Reliability should be fine, but test the electrics (especially the central locking and alarm) and check the boot for any signs of water getting in through leaky seals.

Neil Briscoe - Complete Car Advisor
@neilmbriscoe