As a french speaker, I have to point that your french accent is not bad at all. It is clearly a sign that you are hidding some love for French cars, even if they do miss shopping bag hooks :D
I used to speak French as a teenager. Then it kind of drifted away. Probably I could still find my way around in a street scenario, but not do a full review :)
The Astra has 'grown up' & is now a worthy competition to the VW Golf 😁👍excellent review as always sir & for what it's worth you are one of the best car reviews in you tube without question...always informative & love the quirky comment 🤪 keep up the excellent work please 👍
Marek you do great reviews and should get a lot of subscribers. I think you will. I watch almost all of your posts. I know this work is hard, and you do it all twice.
Loving this review and the Astra which will be our choice of replacement lease vehicle going for the 1.2litre 130bhp 8speeds auto GSLine Thanks again for this great review of another Stellantis vehicle Merak. 🥰
Finally the review I have been waiting for. I ordered the new Astra a couple of months ago and it feels like I have made a good choice =) Arriving sometime around new year.
Marek I really enjoyed your great review ! You are the automotive review man ! I think it is a great car. I love the design. Imho Stellantis is doing great things with the German Blitz.
Thank you Marek for the comprehensive review. Tried my friend’s Golf 8 and went for a test drive in the Astra (thanks to your review), and I agree infotainment on the Golf is way too busy to handle while driving. Bought the 1.2 petrol automatic Astra a couple of days ago and I’m loving it. Yes, it’s a bit underpowered compared to the Golf’s 1.5 eTSI, but you can’t feel the difference that much on the day-to-day. Astra is cheaper than the Golf, but I honestly can’t find it lacking in any substantial way compared to the Golf. Greetings from Bulgaria 🇧🇬
For me, the price is still difficult to comprehend. 43000 euro for an Astra seems too much. Also, love the classic auto gearbox but the 3 cylinder at this price point is not acceptable.
It is a PHEV, so it has to cost more for the additional electric motor and batteries. Not to mention that cars on a whole have become extremely pricier recently across the board. Comparing it to its current competition, it is not really expensive at all.
Thanks for the review Marek. Opel isn't available where I live any more but it looks like the Astra is quite a sensible and practical car. It'll probably help Stellantis find an audience with people that are put off by the 'Frenchness' of their other brands, and I hope they handle Opel better than GM did. Is there any word on a warm/hot version like they had in the past?
Polish dude speaks french in an English review Mr worldwide 🌎 But in all seriousness, I would happily upgrade from my mk7.5 golf to this if it was all electric and not a stellantis product. Physical HVAC controls should be mandatory by law.
Stellantis just announced an electric 308, and this will get the electric treatment as well. Also today I read there's an updated version of the electric 208 (range up to 400 km now), so I imagine the electric Astra will get this upgraded battery/powertrain as well. And yes, they should make knobs legally required :)
Strangely enough, Astra made me think of physical knobs too. Although I prefer the looks of the Astra to 308, the thick piano black bezels around the instruments and vents would just do my brain in. It's terrible. Also, the highway consumption is about the same as Prius from 2012. This makes me think about the Prius - after the unbearable amount of negativity towards Toyota's hybrid technology some 10-15 years ago, no one seems to care today! It will likely be the same with EVs in 10 years. Time solves everything, I guess.
I had astra from 2015 and now I have from 2017. It’s so great car and no issues at all. The new one even is nice looking etc, I don’t think I will change for any car produce after 2020. We have 3: peugeot, ford and Hyundai year 2022 brand new as a company cars and they are rubbish and all problematic. Hyundai twice in service (first 500 miles on clock then on 800 miles on clock) Now peugeot 2008 is waiting as all controls on dashboard shows. Every one which you can think about 20 000 miles on clock year 2021. Ford year 2021 had about 10 000 miles on clock when problems start.
Prices have gotten insane, I had a K 1.4 150ps , Innovation that came at about 30k with all the extras (Intelilux, Keyless, Heated seats and steering wheel) now its just absurd. The 2016 A4 B9 2.0 TDi 190PS 7S-tronic started at 35k now the astra 1.5 Diesel @ 32k ???
Let me paint you a picture: I can park the car in two places at my house. Either my driveway, which on the inside of the sliding gate, or in the street next to a fence door (whatever they are called in English). When I go to open the gate, I pass next to the car, which opens, when I approach, and shuts, as I go further towards the gate. When I return towards the car, and maybe have a bag I'd like to put in the trunk, the car opens on approach, and sometimes manages to lock again, before I reach the trunk. So it does get quite annoying. And if the car's parked in the street, I may leave the house through the fence door, and simply way away, but since I pass by the car, it will unlock, and lock. So these are two scenarios at my home. I'm sure if you just park it in the street, and you don't have to walk next to the car, if you're not planning to drive it, then it's not a problem. I prefer when the carmaker lets me choose auto lock, auto unlock, auto both, or both off.
@@MarekDrivesENG the fact is that I do not see the point of walking with the car key when you do not need the car. I see how you can go by the car more than once, but with the key? Why? Maybe I am the wierd one who does not always carry the car keys one he does not need them.
Bad idea. Used hot hatches tend to become the mechanic's best friends, you are going to spend a looooot of money fixing them. Why? Because the previous owners most likely thrashed them. No one buys (or more often, leases) an super expensive hot hatch to drive it conservatively... So they are harming the drivetrain and suspensions a lot, good luck maintaining that....
Hi Marek, is possibble to focus more on seats? Especially lumbar support and etc. I miss that on almost every review on YT, and my broken IT back will appreciate it.
@@MarekDrivesENG seat height from floor, axis of lumbar supoort, if its shallow or not, headrest adjusting, one way, two way... For example, my lumbar support in C4 supporting more butt than lumbar spine. But lumbar support in yaris cross is higher and supporting more lumbar. Or mazda have adjustable hamstring support (or how it name), but i never noticed it in any review, I noticed that in the saloon.
Opel is probably a safe bet regarding back friendly seats. Since 2003, Opel has made good seats one of its corporate missions and is the leading mass-market manufacturer of ergonomic car seats with the AGR seal of approval. - According to themselves of course.
The press cars have finally arrived, and since I got the first car first, I decided to release the video a bit earlier. That, and also I needed to accommodate a sponsor on the Polish channel, so two birds with one stone sort of thing.
@andr27 I'll let you on a little secret: I write a script, and translate it with some minor changes to account for language/cultural differences. So yes, the honey badger sounds good in English. I couldn't think of a suitable meme reference in Polish.
LOL. DA DUN DAAAAA. No to a VW?? Classic..... and your French!!! Oh my gosh, always worth watching for the entertainment factor, even when the car isn't available in Canada.
Olala, qu'est ce qui se passe?... On est lundi, n'est ce pas? 🙂 Opel is slipping to the dark side... Piano black side. All digital instrument panel side. And Astra used to be affordable...
@Marek thanks for your great reviews, I really enjoy you critical view of most cars :) Can you however let us know which cars you would buy in different classes? For example - in the family car segment - which station wagon or a large family car would you buy? Which engine? Is there a one-car-do-it-all that you'd consider for your family? Thanks!
I drive a MINI Countryman Cooper S ALL4. Does it all for me :) But my family consists of me, my wife, our cat, and some random pensioners we have to shuttle back and forth between various medical spas. If not for the old folks, we'd be happy with our the MX-5, which we now hardly ever drive.
@@MarekDrivesENG That makes sense, thanks :) What about if you were to throw in a couple of kids? Would you go for a wagon or an SUV? A Kodiaq or a Passat Variant? I was going after Passat/Superb Wagon, but after your reviews am highly discouraged :) Would you get a Kodiaq or a Rav4? Thanks!
I know nothing about kids. My neighbours have three, they drive a Sharan, and say they can't find a suitable replacement, because nobody seems to make large enough cars with three individual rear seats. The Volvo PR guy here in Poland has a small soccer team at home, and he keeps his wife's old Scenic running for the same reason. I was quite pleased with the Superb Scout (no review, we drove it back from an event in the Alps back to Poland). 2.0 TSI 190 hp, drove OK, fully loaded, so the soundproofing was better, than in the test car I reviewed soon after the launch. Huge boot. Anna finally had enough place for all the food and wine we bought in Italy :)
@@MarekDrivesENG Same thing with my wife, never enough space when we start shopping :) If Toyota made a Camry wagon, I’d likely look no further (the Corolla TS has no space in the back row), but currently I see the Passat and the Superb as the best options on the market in Europe. Anyway, thanks a lot, I appreciate your reviews! You’re great, keep it up! Best wishes
Hi guys, as a former mechanic and car enthusiast i am saddened by the shit manufacturers are producing. I am a firm believer that E V's and MHEV's are kidding the motoring public. The pollution problem is being moved from up in the atmosphere to deep under the sea, and mining will rise at an alarming rate in the quest for heavy metals and cobalt to produce batteries. Choosing a car these days leaves me cold, with being akin to choosing a kitchen. It is also dangerous for already poor drivers to be fiddling about with touch screens and all the unnecessary crap available. Lastly watch what happens when Diesel and Petrol cars are off the menu, the cost of running these cars will increase rapidly for governments and manufacturers alike to screw the motoring public. Marek i love your reviews and can see that you shoot from the hip, but i think you know where i'm coming from
Maybe you will have the opportunity to test the normal combustion engine with automatic transmission.... it's a more practical solution for normal people
Check out my C4 review. That should answer your question. ruclips.net/video/dXeF0ViN1Fw/видео.html Or the Mokka X - the same powertrain, similar performance. ruclips.net/video/ATs1EWGGO_0/видео.html
The thick bevel should be replaced next year when they re-introduce "Pure panel pro" displays ( as intended for higher spec trims) as originally manufactured in Ukraine and now production has been transferred to india so a big delay setting up /ramping up production.
Why are you using a Golf as a benchmark?? Golfs are not good cars. The latest model has had a huge drop in quality and reliability surveys in the UK rank Golfs poorly. Also the 3 cylinder puretech engines in these are poorly designed and can be very problematical.
@@MarekDrivesENG If you are using the Golf as a bench mark then it seems that you don't have much faith in the car you are currently reviewing. I have seen other reviewers with the Golf headline. Then in another video about car reliability, judge the Golf poorly. You would be better judging it against the new Honda Civic which is similar money and a much better car altogether than a Golf due to its advanced technology, driving dynamics and Hondas reputation for reliability.
Why do most cars these days look like shit?! I could not spend so much money on something that I use every day and makes me wanna throw up whenever I glance at it. Who designs crap like that? Who signs it off to go on sale? Is it a human? Or a badly programmed computer?
Sorry but I think Vauxhall have gone from the most generic looking cars on the road to plain ugly in a bid to look stylish They will never be a Golf or an upmarket brand either competing with BMW or Mercedes, they are Ford, Citroen, Peugeot tier cars
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As a french speaker, I have to point that your french accent is not bad at all.
It is clearly a sign that you are hidding some love for French cars, even if they do miss shopping bag hooks :D
I used to speak French as a teenager. Then it kind of drifted away. Probably I could still find my way around in a street scenario, but not do a full review :)
@@MarekDrivesENG No, the first one is Mr. Schnitzel 😂
He hates French cars ! Just watch his review of the DS4.... Unbelievable pettiness.
@@klausschelling8159 he loved the e-C4... And also liked the C5 Aircross and c5x so.......
I love the looks of this car. Especially the Camaro style front end. Looks sporty.
holy cow.. its again friday? 😄
I wish :) But I seem to be the first journalist in Poland to get my hands on a press Astra, so I didn't want to wait.
It's certainly a lot more stylish these days.
We had similar "black badge" on our Astra back in 2005, as it looked like that when someone stole the silver bit. 🙂
The Astra has 'grown up' & is now a worthy competition to the VW Golf 😁👍excellent review as always sir & for what it's worth you are one of the best car reviews in you tube without question...always informative & love the quirky comment 🤪 keep up the excellent work please 👍
Thanks 👍
Marek you do great reviews and should get a lot of subscribers. I think you will. I watch almost all of your posts. I know this work is hard, and you do it all twice.
I appreciate that!
American viewers will go nuts with the intro. "I thought this review was in INGLIS"
Liking the NEW Astra and the 1.2 Trupping sound good one Marek
Loving this review and the Astra which will be our choice of replacement lease vehicle going for the 1.2litre 130bhp 8speeds auto GSLine Thanks again for this great review of another Stellantis vehicle Merak. 🥰
Pleasure's all mine. Enjoy your new car!
Also, wouldn't it be cool if I were called after an old Maserati :)
I don't need notifications. I run after your fantastic review.
Finally the review I have been waiting for. I ordered the new Astra a couple of months ago and it feels like I have made a good choice =) Arriving sometime around new year.
do you think it is a good choice? 😁
Hope you enjoy it!
@@MarekDrivesENG thank you 😊
Marek I really enjoyed your great review ! You are the automotive review man ! I think it is a great car. I love the design. Imho Stellantis is doing great things with the German Blitz.
I appreciate that!
Funny How it's Friday afternoon and I just started my week at work!
Must have been quite a party :)
Always had a soft spot for Astra. I agree, i would take it over the Golf as well.
Thank you Marek for the comprehensive review.
Tried my friend’s Golf 8 and went for a test drive in the Astra (thanks to your review), and I agree infotainment on the Golf is way too busy to handle while driving. Bought the 1.2 petrol automatic Astra a couple of days ago and I’m loving it. Yes, it’s a bit underpowered compared to the Golf’s 1.5 eTSI, but you can’t feel the difference that much on the day-to-day. Astra is cheaper than the Golf, but I honestly can’t find it lacking in any substantial way compared to the Golf.
Greetings from Bulgaria 🇧🇬
Great review, thanks Marek.
My pleasure!
For me, the price is still difficult to comprehend. 43000 euro for an Astra seems too much. Also, love the classic auto gearbox but the 3 cylinder at this price point is not acceptable.
Agreed. Crazy to pay 43k for an Astra. And this is not top of the line model either!
However, for 43k you get 4 cylinders, not 3
It is a PHEV, so it has to cost more for the additional electric motor and batteries. Not to mention that cars on a whole have become extremely pricier recently across the board. Comparing it to its current competition, it is not really expensive at all.
I couldn’t have put the piano black reference any better 😂 #knobs 😂😂😂😂
Mate
For a Polish lad your English is phenomenal.
French is decent too.... I think....Its been a while. Better than mine regardless.
Beautiful car brother.
I like the Opels. But I am afraid of being bullied by VW and Audi-Drivers
Buy a New Civic
Thank u for the interesting reviews!Waiting for the next one.Kind regards from Bulgaria! :))))
Thanks for watching! Stay tuned!
Very entertaining and informative. Great combination.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Thanks for the review Marek. Opel isn't available where I live any more but it looks like the Astra is quite a sensible and practical car. It'll probably help Stellantis find an audience with people that are put off by the 'Frenchness' of their other brands, and I hope they handle Opel better than GM did.
Is there any word on a warm/hot version like they had in the past?
They recently announced they will bring back the GSe badge to denote new sporty(ish) models.
Thanks Marek! If you want a mildly electric hatchback the new civic is probably the better choice.
Probably. I have one scheduled for a review soonish.
@@MarekDrivesENG I'm biased....I just cancelled a 308 and ordered the civic! I think you'll like it, even though it does lack charisma.
No doubt ..
I bought the Honda HR V already goes on 7000km of pure pleasure .... brilliant option
The Civic is a CVT tho...
Where is the leg space in the rear!? Sombody forgot it!
Polish dude speaks french in an English review
Mr worldwide 🌎
But in all seriousness, I would happily upgrade from my mk7.5 golf to this if it was all electric and not a stellantis product. Physical HVAC controls should be mandatory by law.
Stellantis just announced an electric 308, and this will get the electric treatment as well. Also today I read there's an updated version of the electric 208 (range up to 400 km now), so I imagine the electric Astra will get this upgraded battery/powertrain as well. And yes, they should make knobs legally required :)
And let's not forget that this car looks more beautiful and futuristic than the golf and it's less expensive
A better buy than the 308 hybrid in my opinion.
J'ai presque fermé la vidéo quand tu as commencé en français - je pensais que c'était la mauvaise chaîne RUclips.😅😅😅
Strangely enough, Astra made me think of physical knobs too. Although I prefer the looks of the Astra to 308, the thick piano black bezels around the instruments and vents would just do my brain in. It's terrible. Also, the highway consumption is about the same as Prius from 2012. This makes me think about the Prius - after the unbearable amount of negativity towards Toyota's hybrid technology some 10-15 years ago, no one seems to care today! It will likely be the same with EVs in 10 years. Time solves everything, I guess.
Yes, we give up. Resistance is futile.
@@MarekDrivesENG Are you referring to resisting physical knobs or electrification in motor vehicles :)
I had astra from 2015 and now I have from 2017. It’s so great car and no issues at all. The new one even is nice looking etc, I don’t think I will change for any car produce after 2020. We have 3: peugeot, ford and Hyundai year 2022 brand new as a company cars and they are rubbish and all problematic. Hyundai twice in service (first 500 miles on clock then on 800 miles on clock)
Now peugeot 2008 is waiting as all controls on dashboard shows. Every one which you can think about 20 000 miles on clock year 2021.
Ford year 2021 had about 10 000 miles on clock when problems start.
Well, I'm in luck since I've picked up a French class, aren't I?
3:36 same story in my Skoda ;)
I don't love it, but IMO it's much better than the Peugeot stablemate. At least the steering wheel is round(ish).
Prices have gotten insane, I had a K 1.4 150ps , Innovation that came at about 30k with all the extras (Intelilux, Keyless, Heated seats and steering wheel) now its just absurd. The 2016 A4 B9 2.0 TDi 190PS 7S-tronic started at 35k now the astra 1.5 Diesel @ 32k ???
16:43 😂👍 agreed.
Opel is on a good way, only the employees have to leave again. 😝
I can't understand how many times someone can go holding the key near a car and not enter it for the keyless entery system to become annoying.
Let me paint you a picture:
I can park the car in two places at my house. Either my driveway, which on the inside of the sliding gate, or in the street next to a fence door (whatever they are called in English). When I go to open the gate, I pass next to the car, which opens, when I approach, and shuts, as I go further towards the gate. When I return towards the car, and maybe have a bag I'd like to put in the trunk, the car opens on approach, and sometimes manages to lock again, before I reach the trunk. So it does get quite annoying.
And if the car's parked in the street, I may leave the house through the fence door, and simply way away, but since I pass by the car, it will unlock, and lock.
So these are two scenarios at my home. I'm sure if you just park it in the street, and you don't have to walk next to the car, if you're not planning to drive it, then it's not a problem.
I prefer when the carmaker lets me choose auto lock, auto unlock, auto both, or both off.
@@MarekDrivesENG the fact is that I do not see the point of walking with the car key when you do not need the car. I see how you can go by the car more than once, but with the key? Why? Maybe I am the wierd one who does not always carry the car keys one he does not need them.
I have disabled it on my e2008 as completely pointless IMO and very annoying especially waking the neighbours at 2am
42k 👀, I would take some used hothatch for that money
Bad idea. Used hot hatches tend to become the mechanic's best friends, you are going to spend a looooot of money fixing them. Why? Because the previous owners most likely thrashed them. No one buys (or more often, leases) an super expensive hot hatch to drive it conservatively... So they are harming the drivetrain and suspensions a lot, good luck maintaining that....
J’étais pas prêt 😮🥖
Why they never made the 300bhp plug in I'll never know
If they did I'd have one sat outside right now.
AWD. More powerful variants are AWD, and I don't think they can fit a battery AND the rear motor.
Hi Marek, is possibble to focus more on seats? Especially lumbar support and etc. I miss that on almost every review on YT, and my broken IT back will appreciate it.
More? What else would you like to know?
@@MarekDrivesENG seat height from floor, axis of lumbar supoort, if its shallow or not, headrest adjusting, one way, two way...
For example, my lumbar support in C4 supporting more butt than lumbar spine. But lumbar support in yaris cross is higher and supporting more lumbar. Or mazda have adjustable hamstring support (or how it name), but i never noticed it in any review, I noticed that in the saloon.
I should have added the headrests here are adjustable in two dimensions. My bad. And it did have thigh support adjustment as well.
Opel is probably a safe bet regarding back friendly seats. Since 2003, Opel has made good seats one of its corporate missions and is the leading mass-market manufacturer of ergonomic car seats with the AGR seal of approval. - According to themselves of course.
Marek, what are you doing? I was already thinking that It’s almost weekend again 😅
The press cars have finally arrived, and since I got the first car first, I decided to release the video a bit earlier. That, and also I needed to accommodate a sponsor on the Polish channel, so two birds with one stone sort of thing.
holy crap, 1 to 1 polish version
almost... we don't have honeybadgers
@andr27 I'll let you on a little secret: I write a script, and translate it with some minor changes to account for language/cultural differences. So yes, the honey badger sounds good in English. I couldn't think of a suitable meme reference in Polish.
LOL. DA DUN DAAAAA. No to a VW?? Classic..... and your French!!! Oh my gosh, always worth watching for the entertainment factor, even when the car isn't available in Canada.
One tries :)
Olala, qu'est ce qui se passe?... On est lundi, n'est ce pas? 🙂
Opel is slipping to the dark side...
Piano black side. All digital instrument panel side.
And Astra used to be affordable...
What is affordable these days?!? 15000 Euro only for options between the low and the high trim levels. A full car Sandero!!!
@Marek thanks for your great reviews, I really enjoy you critical view of most cars :) Can you however let us know which cars you would buy in different classes? For example - in the family car segment - which station wagon or a large family car would you buy? Which engine? Is there a one-car-do-it-all that you'd consider for your family? Thanks!
I drive a MINI Countryman Cooper S ALL4. Does it all for me :)
But my family consists of me, my wife, our cat, and some random pensioners we have to shuttle back and forth between various medical spas.
If not for the old folks, we'd be happy with our the MX-5, which we now hardly ever drive.
@@MarekDrivesENG That makes sense, thanks :) What about if you were to throw in a couple of kids? Would you go for a wagon or an SUV? A Kodiaq or a Passat Variant?
I was going after Passat/Superb Wagon, but after your reviews am highly discouraged :) Would you get a Kodiaq or a Rav4? Thanks!
I know nothing about kids. My neighbours have three, they drive a Sharan, and say they can't find a suitable replacement, because nobody seems to make large enough cars with three individual rear seats.
The Volvo PR guy here in Poland has a small soccer team at home, and he keeps his wife's old Scenic running for the same reason.
I was quite pleased with the Superb Scout (no review, we drove it back from an event in the Alps back to Poland). 2.0 TSI 190 hp, drove OK, fully loaded, so the soundproofing was better, than in the test car I reviewed soon after the launch. Huge boot. Anna finally had enough place for all the food and wine we bought in Italy :)
@@MarekDrivesENG Same thing with my wife, never enough space when we start shopping :)
If Toyota made a Camry wagon, I’d likely look no further (the Corolla TS has no space in the back row), but currently I see the Passat and the Superb as the best options on the market in Europe.
Anyway, thanks a lot, I appreciate your reviews! You’re great, keep it up! Best wishes
I dont want so many buttons on the dash?? Cleaner is better...
Kinda expensive.
Hi guys, as a former mechanic and car enthusiast i am saddened by the shit manufacturers are producing. I am a firm believer that E V's and MHEV's are kidding the motoring public. The pollution problem is being moved from up in the atmosphere to deep under the sea, and mining will rise at an alarming rate in the quest for heavy metals and cobalt to produce batteries. Choosing a car these days leaves me cold, with being akin to choosing a kitchen. It is also dangerous for already poor drivers to be fiddling about with touch screens and all the unnecessary crap available. Lastly watch what happens when Diesel and Petrol cars are off the menu, the cost of running these cars will increase rapidly for governments and manufacturers alike to screw the motoring public. Marek i love your reviews and can see that you shoot from the hip, but i think you know where i'm coming from
New Honda crv ...when?
No idea.
Maybe you will have the opportunity to test the normal combustion engine with automatic transmission.... it's a more practical solution for normal people
Check out my C4 review. That should answer your question.
ruclips.net/video/dXeF0ViN1Fw/видео.html
Or the Mokka X - the same powertrain, similar performance.
ruclips.net/video/ATs1EWGGO_0/видео.html
Stellantis should add auto hold to their cars😒
Yes, they should.
That fake bevel screen is truly woeful.
The thick bevel should be replaced next year when they re-introduce "Pure panel pro" displays ( as intended for higher spec trims) as originally manufactured in Ukraine and now production has been transferred to india so a big delay setting up /ramping up production.
Why are you using a Golf as a benchmark?? Golfs are not good cars. The latest model has had a huge drop in quality and reliability surveys in the UK rank Golfs poorly. Also the 3 cylinder puretech engines in these are poorly designed and can be very problematical.
And in several of my reviews I said peak VW was the Golf Mk7. But since Golf is/was the benchmark, it's worth saying new cars are better.
@@MarekDrivesENG If you are using the Golf as a bench mark then it seems that you don't have much faith in the car you are currently reviewing. I have seen other reviewers with the Golf headline. Then in another video about car reliability, judge the Golf poorly. You would be better judging it against the new Honda Civic which is similar money and a much better car altogether than a Golf due to its advanced technology, driving dynamics and Hondas reputation for reliability.
As soon as I drive the new Civic.
@@MarekDrivesENG Look forward to seeing it thanks.
The Peugeot 308 is way cooler than the Astra
The music Marek.. NOOOOOO
I like the music :)
Me?!?!
I just like knobs for climate control... Is there any other type os knobs?
I don't know....
Buy a Civic
@@gotcharamsys no.
This car does seem to be fairly poor in too many areas to ignore. Not one for me, that’s for sure.
Just like all PSA/Stellantis products, this seems so rushed… it’s 99% there, just needs the 1% to refine it all
Rushed? They are behind with production.
Give them time. Honestly i think they have been improving a lot during the last years. While the Germans have become lazy and slow to improve.
GM = j'ai aime and not gee em :)
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Screens, = No thanks !
1.2 puretech engine with the dreaded wet belt engine NO THANKS NIGHTMARE
dull car (French fries)
a re-badged Peugeot
nothing impressive
Why do most cars these days look like shit?! I could not spend so much money on something that I use every day and makes me wanna throw up whenever I glance at it. Who designs crap like that? Who signs it off to go on sale? Is it a human? Or a badly programmed computer?
I think it looks cool. I particularly like the front "visor". Reminds me of a Camaro. It is different.
Sorry but I think Vauxhall have gone from the most generic looking cars on the road to plain ugly in a bid to look stylish
They will never be a Golf or an upmarket brand either competing with BMW or Mercedes, they are Ford, Citroen, Peugeot tier cars
Literally, as Opel is now part of the Stellantis group, and it shares components with Citroen and Peugeot :)
Styled by a 14yr old with a ruler in their technical drawing class. Just the car for those who have no interest in cars and have given up on life.
🤣
I disagree, i like its looks a lot.
Mate
For a Polish lad your English is phenomenal.
French is decent too.... I think....Its been a while. Better than mine regardless.
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