Episode 352 - Opel Astra 1600 T Sport Plus

Date of broadcast: 18 May 2016
Engine: In-line four-cylinder, 1 598 cc, turbo
Power: 147kW @ 5 500 rpm
Torque: 280 Nm @ 1 600 - 5 500 rpm
Power-to-weight ratio: 77,77 kW/ton
Gearbox: Six-speed manual, FWD
Wheels/tyres: 18-inch 225/40 R18 tyres
0-100 km/h: 7,0 sec
Top speed: 235 km/h
Fuel tank capacity: 48 litres
Fuel consumption (claimed): 6,1 litres/100 km
Operating range (claimed): 787 km
CO2 emissions: 141 g/km
Pros: Style, spec & performance - a complete package.
Cons: Noisier than ideal cabin. No real chassis feel.
Retail price: R407 000
Price as tested: R407 000
Prices correct on date of broadcast.

[@BenzinioB]

In Europe Astra has always been much more reliable car then Golf and each generation was better looking as well. The only drawback is slightly cheaper materials but on the other side they are more durable then those in Golf. Basically if you need a car for long term ownership go for Astra, you won be disappointed. If you intend to sell your car just before the factory guarantee expire you can take the risk and buy Golf.

[@abulelekufa7898]

Thinking of going for this car. Best hatch

[@ignatiusphathela4313]

Definitely considering getting this car🙌

[@sicariokindman2566]

Good looking Wheels,, What about the service cost, specially parts availability

[@FrantisekLukacFeo]

You have the Power-to-weight ratio tragically wrong :) not 77, it's around 116 kW/ton, so 156PS/ton! in 1.6T

[@henrovanrooyen3432]

RPMTV/GM...Please comment. You end of your test by saying that Opel is back....Well, with the exit of GM out SA, does this still hold true? Will there be enough custumer support, as well as a good, German resale value? Many thanks, HvR

[@purrability]

I will answer that: Opel is there to stay. They have recently announced that there are 7 new models coming to South Africa.

[@k0nenine]

is there someway i can turn off the music why.... I am, busy buying this car

[@cgo30]

Please turn down the background music while talking.

[@mighty658]

Does it have a CD player?

[@mrkatse]

😅 That's a very good question!

[@Bond2025]

Turn the radio or tv off when you are recording audio. It is louder than your voice so ruins the video. Always watch before uploading.

[@stevesutton1991]

If you lost the background music, I'd watch it.