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Vauxhall Astra (old)

Overall Average Rating - 77.07%
Position in the Top 100 cars - 94th

Ratings

Position in the Top 100 cars
Reliability: 81st
Build Quality: 75th
Running Costs: 71st
Performance: 92nd
Braking: 96th
Ride Quality: 83rd
Handling: 87th
Practicality: 59th
Comfort: 95th
Ease of Driving: 97th

Manufacturer Verdict (Position - 34th)

A shocking performance. Vauxhalls are reasonably practical and frugal, but little else recommends them. Can the firm expect continuing strong sales if this is how drivers rate it?

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