Quality does not have to be expensive. At least with used cars, this wisdom applies every now and then. One example is the Opel Astra K. The last generation of the compact model developed under GM direction was presented in 2015. Our test vehicle from the car dealership in Bockel near Bremen has already reached its price below the magical 10,000 euro barrier after four years of frequent driving and 124,591 kilometers.
Opel Astra in the AUTO BILD used car market
Opel Astra K: used cars are available for less than 10,000 euros – the new one costs three times as much
The new royal blue Rüsselsheimer, including innovative equipment and a few extras, actually cost almost three times as much: the DAT Schwacke database records one New list price of 29,235 euros. Except for stone chips on the front and aluminum rims eaten by brake dust, the Astra optically well kept. being design still looks fresh, even if it is no longer that of the youngest ones PPE/ Stellantis corresponds to the Opel models created. The 4.37 meter long triumphs on board Astra with generous space. Four adults and their small luggage can be comfortably accommodated, the more expensive station wagon called Astra Sports Tourer should still be more popular with families.
On board, the 4.37 meter long Astra impresses with its generous amount of space. If you need more, you can use the “Sports Tourer” station wagon.
An average consumption of 4.5 liters is no problem with the 110 hp diesel
The carpets and upholstery in our five-door are already slightly stained, and the soft paint is peeling off on individual buttons, but a whole armada of extras is available to compensate. The ergonomically shaped front seats and the leather steering wheel are heated, a two-zone automatic air conditioning ensures cool heads. Infotainment with navigation function, LED light, reversing camera and a lane departure warning system are also not a matter of course in this used price range. And the drive? The common rail diesel with 110 PS meets the Euro 6 emissions standard and only growls slightly thanks to good insulation. The dynamism of the motorization of reason is better than the bare paper values suggest. In combination with the crisp, graduated six-speed gearbox, the Astra to the lively fuel-efficient vehicle: 4.5 liters average consumption succeed with the left. And with a retrofitted trailer coupling that could Astra pull a maximum of 1400 kilograms.
The common rail diesel with 110 hp meets the Euro 6 emissions standard.
The 1.6 CDTI has what it takes to be an affordable endurance runner
Fortunately, our test car did not show the occasional oil leakage on the drive on stage. In return, the instrument cluster warned that the oil change was due soon. Anyone who opted for this cheap Astra-Offers decides, should price the service and a small suspension course before buying. After that, there would probably be little in the way of a long-term relationship: Other advertisements with over 250,000 kilometers on the clock document that the Opel Astra K than 1.6 CDTI has what it takes to be a cheap endurance runner.
