The Astra VXR was always fast, stylish, and decent to drive - now it's cheap, too 💰
Note for reference: car weight and power data are hard to pin down with absolute certainty. For consistency, we use the same source for all our guides. We hope the data we use is right more often than it's wrong. Our advice is to treat it as relative rather than definitive.Turbocharging a 2.0-litre inline four is a tried and tested format.
In terms of the smoothness of its delivery the engine was more semi-skimmed than double cream. It didn't have the top-end zing of a Honda. Indeed, despite the presence of balance shafts, more revs seemed to equate to more harshness. That straining sensation contributed to it not feeling massively fast, but in fact the motor did supply enough torque to knock off fourth gear 50-70mph increments in under four seconds, which was quick.
Parts prices generally are not high and nor are servicing costs. The fuel tank held 56 litres and the official combined fuel consumption of around 35mpg was quite attainable on a run - so you could get more than 400 miles from a tankful - but something beginning with a 3 was more likely.At the beginning of this story, we mentioned that the GTC VXR was intended to be Vauxhall's Megane 250-beater.
Braking was strong but replacement Brembo discs weren't cheap at £800 a pop. The OE Pirelli tyres weren't as good in the wet as Michelin Pilot Sports. Not many enjoyed the electronic handbrake, which was slow to release. A whining noise at or near the limits of steering lock was generally not a problem with the power steering pump but a normal foible of the mechanical diff.
The shutting action of the doors didn't feel that premium despite their weight and size . Some owners have had problems with water collecting in the tailgate channel. The standard headlights aren't as good as you might expect for a car with this performance.If you were coming to any gen-six J Astra from a gen-five H you'd probably notice the improved quality and ambience of the cabin.
So, this looks like being the last of the old-school Astra VXRs. Looking ahead, that 'end of the line' thing, plus the fact that they were only part of the Vauxhall new car range for three years, could give the GTC VXR more than a sheen of classic desirability.
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