Test drive Opel Astra sedan since 2007 sedan
Deputy Sedan
Statistics say that connoisseurs of outstanding trunk people live mainly in the countries of Central and Eastern Europe. Especially for them, Opel will soon add to the Astra modifications in the sedan body. In the meantime, all the consumer demand is divided among themselves, as well as three- and five-door hatchbacks.
The most spectacular option Astra, of course, is a three -door GTC. But the five -door hatch is also a pretty! In addition, it is not necessary to pay extra (compared to the three -door). Nevertheless, the dynamic shoulder line and the streamlined roof, a wide base for small overhangs, stylish headlights with lanterns and embossed arches contours make Astra one of the most attractive players in golf classes. At the same time, the hatchback is quite a unisex option in which the features of both men and women will find attractive for themselves. Any orientation. Maybe
Prices
The basic Astra costs $ 16 940. For this money, you can get a five-door hatchback with a 1.4-liter 90-horsepower engine and a five-speed mechanical checkpoint. In addition, 4 pillows of safety pillows, a package for dusty roads, a package for countries with a cold climate, a bag of a smoker, a steering wheel with a variable reinforcement factor, ABS, EBD, Brake Assistant, immobilizer, central castle with D.U., the front are included Electric windows, electric mirrors with heated (only for a three -door body), air conditioning, radio training with an information display, steel disks R15. Equipping an EasyTronic robotic car from $ 17,740, and a 1.6-liter 105-horsepower engine of $ 17,940.
And the point here is not only in design. Opel Astra is utilitated, despite all its bright and catchy individuality. It is simple and undemanding in management, and its interior will not get bored and does not become familiar. The landing is convenient, there are enough adjustments, both the seats and the steering wheel. The central console is not overloaded with buttons, and the dashboard, made in the same style with the hood, is laid out by a kind of keel. The upholstery materials are soft and aesthetically pleasant; Particularly pleased with the panels of the doors, covered with artificial leather and stylishly fused by white threads. In general, in the Astra salon is nice to be even in statics! A comfortable chair sets up on a trip, full of relaxation and calm, and soft pedals and light from the operation of the electric power steering, the steering wheel is removed from the driver to strain and stay in tone. Only the assembled and sometimes stiff suspension, when putting on a fossa, reminds us that you need to be assembled at the wheel. And the pits need to be bypassed, and not use to diagnose stiffness of suspensions
However, the composure and integrity of the chassis perfectly affects rapid turns to the lack of rolls and a quick reaction of the chassis to the drivership of the steering wheel. At high speeds, the hatch is stable and tenaciously holds onto the road. Very good for a middle class hatchback in one of the budget versions!
The Twinport motor, with a volume of 1.6, is quite deserved by popular popularity for confident traction, timely response and good dynamic indicators. The engine is not enough on the bottom of the engine, but after 3,000 rpm the engine rehabilitates itself and shows drivelings and good acceptance. The fee for confident dynamics of noise and vibration isolation, which are not enough for increased engine speeds. The five -speed checkpoint liked the rather short stroke of the lever and a clear -by -rumor gear. True, the clutch pedal seemed quite cotton and uninformative: it took time to stop stalling at the start.
And what brakes stop in Astra tightly! After them, any brake system will seem non -working! The only minus is the need for accurate and verbally small doses that passengers do not nod their heads, bowing to a stylish torpedo
Another advantageous difference between the five -door and the GTC version of the trunk, the volume of which ranges from 350 to 1270 liters (depending on the position of the rear seat). The three -door pleases only the constant 380 liters.
Despite the three -year age, Astra is still blooming and smelling. This is a modern car, sharpened under a wide range of potential consumers. And in fact: Opel may not dare to release sedans. Why, when is there a five -door Astra?
The car was provided by Atlant-M Lakhta, the official dealer of General Motors.
Text: Dmitry Medvedev
Photo: Roman Ostanin
Source: Wheel magazine [No. 114/2007]
