Is the Astra GTC any good?

The GTC is not quite as accomplished as the Renault Megane coupe or quite as much fun as the SEAT Leon SC, but it’s still a decent performer. For the engine line-up, Vauxhall picked four of the most potent engines in the standard Astra range. There’s a choice between two petrols and two diesels.

Which Astra GTC is best?

We recommend the 161bhp 2.0-litre CDTi SRi for its combination of value for money, strong performance, good fuel economy and emissions and smart looks.

Are Astra GTC fast?

The all-new, four cylinder unit allows the GTC to achieve a top speed of 143mph and 0-60mph time in 7.3 seconds, making it the fastest non-VXR model in the Astra range. Fuel consumption is still competitive at 51mpg combined while CO2 emissions sit at 154g/km. The Astra GTC is an engaging drive.

What does GTC stand for on an Astra?

Grand Touring Coupé
GTC. A few weeks ago, this meant Grand Touring Convertible, as in a new Bentley Continental. This time it means Grand Touring Coupé, and the tag is applied to a Vauxhall Astra.

Does an Astra GTC have a turbo?

The Astra GTC is available with a range of turbocharged engines. The entry-level 1.4T petrol model has 118bhp; it’s eager enough, but a bit weedy for a sporty car like this. If you want performance to match the looks, the 177bhp 1.8T petrol engine is the one to go for.

What engine is in the Astra GTC?

The Vauxhall Astra GTC is now available with a new 1.6-litre engine producing 197bhp. The four-cylinder, direct-injection petrol engine is the same unit used in the Vauxhall Cascada convertible, and comes with 221lb ft of torque.

Why did Vauxhall stop making the GTC?

Vauxhall has ended production of its Zafira Tourer and Astra GTC models following low sales, driven by growing demand for SUV alternatives. Vauxhall won’t produce another version of the GTC, with the latest five-door Astra set to remain exclusively so.

Where is the Astra GTC built?

Made In England: how the new Vauxhall Astra is built at Ellesmere Port.

What has happened to Vauxhall?

After 92 years under GM’s ownership, Vauxhall was sold to Groupe PSA in 2017. Vauxhall has major manufacturing facilities in Luton (commercial vehicles, IBC Vehicles) and Ellesmere Port, UK (passenger cars).

Are all Astra GTC Turbo?

The Astra GTC is available with a range of turbocharged engines. The entry-level 1.4T petrol model has 118bhp; it’s eager enough, but a bit weedy for a sporty car like this. The 1.4 T 180 petrol engine is our favourite engine in the GTC range; lesser petrol engines are rather weak.

Is the Vauxhall Astra GTC a good car?

Poor build quality, weak gearbox, always in and out of the garage for little niggles. Quick enough, you need to rag it to get the power from it though. For the size/weight of car, needs a diesel engine for the lower down torque and pulling power.

When did the Opel Astra GTC come out?

The Opel Astra GTC was introduced in 2004. While the sporty car had the same underpinnings as its five-door sibling, it shared only a part of the body, transforming it into an overall better-looking vehicle. The Astra GTC came with a very raked windshield and a sloped back that made the car look like a coupe, rather than a hatchback.

What kind of engine does Vauxhall Astra have?

For the engine line-up, Vauxhall picked four of the most potent engines in the standard Astra range. There’s a choice between two petrols and two diesels. Power outputs range from the modest 109bhp 1.7-litre diesel to a rapid 178bhp 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol.

How much does a Vauxhall Astra cost to finance?

Vauxhall Astra 1.6T 16V 200 SRi … Representative Example: Representative APR of 7.9% borrowing £10,509 over 48 months on HP type finance, the amount payable would be £250 a month, with a total cost of credit of £1,483 and a total amount payable of £11,992.