Thanks alot this really gave me the perspective of driving a Astra that I've been looking for, the interior didn't look so great in the pictures I've seen online but the red began to grow on me ngl
Nice review man. I’m thinking between the Vauxhall Astra 2012 or the Seat Ibiza 2011 for a first car. Which one would recommend me taking care taking care durability and reliability?
I have just traded in my 2008 vw polo 1.4 TDI which had 100.4000 on the clock for a 2015 Astra 1.6 diesel with 40.000 miles the different is amazing it a lot smoother drive I have to remember to put it in sixth gear on the motor way
@@danh2310 my brother in law trade in his 330d touring for a new 320d x last year being a hybrid it delivers it power differential and also gets more mpg plus a more comfortable car to ride in but the road tax of £500 a year is not for my I like paying 0 with my astra
@@michelangekjustin9877 it depends, 1.4 petrol is pretty slow and you notice it uphill especially, but 1.4 Turbo petrol can really fly on straights especially if you take it to 6500 revs, the 1.6turbo petrol is 180bhp and it really is nippy. but if yoh want something with more instant punch then get a diesel, 1.7cdti would be good but if you can afford it go for a 2.0cdti its perfect. Personally id go for 1.6 turbo petrol as i like to redline lol but diesels have more benefits such as more torque and not having to downshift when going from 40 to 70
The orange dash screens just seem a bit outdated compared to the mk3 focus this feels like a car from the previous decade with those orange screens still
This car is from 2013 so basically a decade old lol. The Astra K from 2016 onwards and especially the Astra L from 2022 onwards have much more modern interiors.
I'm changing from my Ford focus facelift 1.8 petrol to a 2011 1.4 petrol Astra. I'm hoping I haven't made a mistake lol I just hate spending out so much on insurance each month. I needed a smaller engine.
Hope you enjoy the new car, it's def gonna feel a bit slow (especially going up the hill) after a 1.8 but you'll get used to it and it is a good solid car :)
@@vladcars7328 in all fairness to it, its got a better clutch than my old car did this one pushes uphill itself lol so impressed lol all my mates who drove my old car said they don't know how I drove it lol 😆 it's so easy and fun to drive im loving it atm x
Hi mate I have a 2010 (facelift) asta 1.6, on ur video u have the speed showing digitally I was wondering how to do this? as mine shows it with the needle but I have a central display between the speedo and rev like you
Sorry, actually I tried and on the indicator stick, the button can be used to reset things and there is a thing on that stick that you can turn up and down, try that (I'm terrible at explaining that ahaha)
Hello mate i was thinking of getting the 1.6 petrol, what mileage should i get on this car ? Looking to spend about 4.5k, if i get one with 60k miles how long would you say the car will last ik it depends on how its kept but roughly how much can i get out of it
Hi mate, good idea, 1.6 will use a bit more fuel but might be a bit better to drive, also worth looking at diesel versions (1.3, 1.6, 2.0) as they will be cheaper to run. If in good condition and maintained properly, you should easily be able to get 100k+ miles out of it.
@@lysha2647 I’m getting one for my first car the day after tomorrow. 🔥 Astra’s are waaaa better than fiestas and Corsas and golfs and polos and all other LAME cars. Astra gang for lyf
@@fadzilicious4411 Just got myself a 14 plate (May aswell be a 15 plate as it was registered 28th of Dec lol) ... 1.6 CDTI in crystal blue. Can't stay out of it...It's gorgeous. Got it a steal at £2200.
lovely car, lovely driving. im obsessed with these pov driving vlogs, ive got my driving test in september and im just so excited to be driving
Thanks mate, best of luck with your test, exciting times :)
Good luck sept you will smash it 💪🏼
@@nunyabizniz1983 thank you very much, my test is a week today (I managed to get a cancellation reschedule)
@@Conzyy ahhh thats great! Good luck let us know how you get on. Happy driving! 🚗
@@nunyabizniz1983 I passed! Absolutely ecstatic! 4 minor faults 😬
Really helpful video.
Just bought a 1.6L petrol Astra and this video was exactly how it looked and and sounded driving 🚗
What year did you buy?
Thanks alot this really gave me the perspective of driving a Astra that I've been looking for, the interior didn't look so great in the pictures I've seen online but the red began to grow on me ngl
Im looking to get 1.6 in this
Just about to buy the 2.0 CDTI elite model, looks fantastic can't wait! Been a vauxhall family for decades !
This is the best camara angle imo. Quality vid
Very therapeutic video
Nice review man.
I’m thinking between the Vauxhall Astra 2012 or the Seat Ibiza 2011 for a first car. Which one would recommend me taking care taking care durability and reliability?
Both are great cars mate, Seat might be a bit more nippy on the road, if you can I would get a car with a turbo, a lot more fun to drive.
@@vladcars7328 thanks man, I’m thinking to go with the Astra
These type of POV videos I would image be very useful for learner drivers.
I have just traded in my 2008 vw polo 1.4 TDI which had 100.4000 on the clock for a 2015 Astra 1.6 diesel with 40.000 miles the different is amazing it a lot smoother drive I have to remember to put it in sixth gear on the motor way
Def a big upgrade mate, excited for you, hope you enjoy the new car loads :)
I'm picking up a 2 litre ctdi tomorrow down graded from a merc 220d haha im actually still exited 😆 hard times needs must
@@danh2310 if you get the 160bhp definitely no downgrade from a 220d merc very lively engine
@Mr330d didn't have that same smooth delivery of power and was terrible on diesel haha
@@danh2310 my brother in law trade in his 330d touring for a new 320d x last year being a hybrid it delivers it power differential and also gets more mpg plus a more comfortable car to ride in but the road tax of £500 a year is not for my I like paying 0 with my astra
Thank you so much for this pov
how do you get the digital speedometer on display i cant seem to find it i got a 2009 insigna
Driven the 1.6L version of this... nippy car considering!
Some people say it’s nippy, others say dangerously gutless. I want one myself but ain’t sure about the mixed reviews. Could you help
@@michelangekjustin9877 it depends, 1.4 petrol is pretty slow and you notice it uphill especially, but 1.4 Turbo petrol can really fly on straights especially if you take it to 6500 revs, the 1.6turbo petrol is 180bhp and it really is nippy. but if yoh want something with more instant punch then get a diesel, 1.7cdti would be good but if you can afford it go for a 2.0cdti its perfect. Personally id go for 1.6 turbo petrol as i like to redline lol but diesels have more benefits such as more torque and not having to downshift when going from 40 to 70
The 1.6L hatchback version of this is pretty quick. The 1.6L estate version is pretty gutless and slow. Depends which one you are going for.
@@michelangekjustin9877 my dad drives a 1.4 Turbo SRI and its quick I think it's something like 140 or 150 BHP
It's all starts from home we often forget...
Sick video bro
Great Video Thanks , Quick question Can the Digital Speed you have on with the mph readout be changed to read speed in Klm ?
Yes it can, I have the GTC and it can be changed so I assume the 5 door can also do it
Mines a 61plate 2ltr diesel. So much nipper than my instructors polo 😂
The orange dash screens just seem a bit outdated compared to the mk3 focus this feels like a car from the previous decade with those orange screens still
This car is from 2013 so basically a decade old lol. The Astra K from 2016 onwards and especially the Astra L from 2022 onwards have much more modern interiors.
I'm changing from my Ford focus facelift 1.8 petrol to a 2011 1.4 petrol Astra. I'm hoping I haven't made a mistake lol I just hate spending out so much on insurance each month. I needed a smaller engine.
Hope you enjoy the new car, it's def gonna feel a bit slow (especially going up the hill) after a 1.8 but you'll get used to it and it is a good solid car :)
@@vladcars7328 in all fairness to it, its got a better clutch than my old car did this one pushes uphill itself lol so impressed lol all my mates who drove my old car said they don't know how I drove it lol 😆 it's so easy and fun to drive im loving it atm x
how did you get the speed to shows on the screen like that?
If you click the button on the left (I think) control stick, if you click it you can change what appears on the screen I believe
@@vladcars7328 thank you!! Will try it
Was that drive in Bradford?
I thought he was a bit close, bloody tailgater
05:57 was a prime example why I'm glad they backed the fuck off. If they were any closer it might have been a rear-ender.
Wt accessories can u suggest me for 1.4 esclusive
How your dashboard show speed in digitally.my one not showing anything except miles
Hi mate I have a 2010 (facelift) asta 1.6, on ur video u have the speed showing digitally I was wondering how to do this? as mine shows it with the needle but I have a central display between the speedo and rev like you
Sure mate, maybe try pressing the button on the end of the indicator stick behind the steering wheel (I hope you know what I'm talking about ahaha).
Sorry, actually I tried and on the indicator stick, the button can be used to reset things and there is a thing on that stick that you can turn up and down, try that (I'm terrible at explaining that ahaha)
If you haven't already done it you should have a menu button on your indicator stick. You can scroll through and activate it.
You have the same car as me
I'm thinking if got astra 1.4 sri 2017 reg. Just wondering how slow it is
wow
Hello mate i was thinking of getting the 1.6 petrol, what mileage should i get on this car ? Looking to spend about 4.5k, if i get one with 60k miles how long would you say the car will last ik it depends on how its kept but roughly how much can i get out of it
Hi mate, good idea, 1.6 will use a bit more fuel but might be a bit better to drive, also worth looking at diesel versions (1.3, 1.6, 2.0) as they will be cheaper to run. If in good condition and maintained properly, you should easily be able to get 100k+ miles out of it.
Opel chassis and engine are the same, but only the steering wheel and brand are different.
How much to fill up and what sort of mpg?
The petrol engine is a bit less efficient 30-40mpg realistically and about 45 quid to fill up
Wt that a box thing on dashboard
Just a phone holder mate
For sale??😊
Nice car
How do you manage to drive with your hands on the top of the steering wheel? Have you got a full licence?
You are driving on the wrong side of the road buddy ahahaha. Great video.
Actually in uk its on left side
He is in uk
@@muhammedharis8861 yeah i know, i was replying to The Bosnian Dragon
What’s the fuel economy like
35-40mpg
when people get up my arse when i'm driving i slow down to piss them off.
Do they have bluetooth?
Yeah this one does for calls but not for music weirdly enough :)
I’m about to get the elite model, is there any common issues I should look out for? It’ll be a 2013 model that’s automatic
10:16 opel astra j opc
Vauxhall not Opel
Is this a good first car? ❤️
Yeah, I'd say it's not too big and it has a low insurance group so a great first car and you can buy one for relatively cheap now
@@vladcars7328 thank you love x
@@lysha2647 I’m getting one for my first car the day after tomorrow. 🔥 Astra’s are waaaa better than fiestas and Corsas and golfs and polos and all other LAME cars.
Astra gang for lyf
@@fadzilicious4411 Just got myself a 14 plate (May aswell be a 15 plate as it was registered 28th of Dec lol) ... 1.6 CDTI in crystal blue. Can't stay out of it...It's gorgeous. Got it a steal at £2200.
@@skeptical1705 bro mine is 2010 plate and got it for 3k 😱
The 1.4 is not good on the motorway. It takes ages to pick up speed when merging onto motorways. Up hill, forget about it.
Yeah mate, going for a bigger engine, the driving experience would def be better
i had a 1.4 sri a few years ago ,it was the absolute worst car ever ,no power whatsoever,best thing i could do was sell it and move on.
How slow is it been looking at Astra 1.4 sri 2017 plate