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115kW Griffin 54kWh 5dr Auto

VAUXHALL Astra Electric Hatchback - 115kW Griffin 54kWh 5dr Auto

Vehicle Information

List Price
£34,995.00
Transmission
Automatic
Fuel Type
Electric
Fuel Consumption
N/A
0-62 mph
9.2 secs
Engine Size
0.0 CC
No. of Doors
5
CO2
TBC g/km
By Line

Vauxhall's Astra Electric delivers a fourth powertrain option to this eighth generation family hatch. Jonathan Crouch takes a look.

Ten Second Review

Vauxhall aims to be an EV-only manufacturer by 2028, so it needs to get on with delivering us more full-battery models. Like this one, the Astra Electric. It shares all its engineering with a Peugeot e-308 and, like that Stellantis Group cousin, is available in hatch and Sports Tourer estate form with very class-competitive range and charging stats.

Background

Vauxhall finds itself in a dilemma. With the latest range of Griffin-badged models, marque owner the Stellantis Group has instructed the brand to push up prices, aim at private customers and switch away from the low-margin fleet sales that have sustained this manufacturer for the last few decades. Yet here, it's introducing its first all-electric family hatchback, the Astra Electric, into an EV market 70% of which is dominated by registrations made to fleets and businesses. How these people will feel about plump pricing which pitches this car in the £40,000 to £45,000 bracket it'll be interesting to see. There's certainly no sign of pricing for electric vehicles getting anywhere near the figures being asked for their combustion-powered counterparts. As with its identically engineered Stellantis Group cousin the Peugeot e-308, the Astra Electric (available in hatch or Sports Tourer estate forms) joins a range with three combustion alternatives, conventional petrol and diesel Astras selling alongside a Plug-in Hybrid version. Why would you pay the extra for this full-EV model? Let's find out.

Driving Experience

No surprises with the drivetrain here. All other Astras share everything with equivalent versions of Peugeot's 308 and so does this Astra Electric. Which means you get a 54kWh battery pack powering a front-mounted 152bhp electric motor putting out a healthy 270Nm of torque. This kind of output ought to be enough for a car of this size, but because it shares much the same 1.6-tonne kerb weight as the Hybrid variants, you can expect the initially rapid start-off punch to tail off pretty rapidly, the 62mph benchmark finally reached in just 9.2 seconds, on the way to a modest top speed of 106mph. Through the corners, you'll feel the extra weight of that big battery, but as usual in an EV, its central lower down positioning minimises the downside by lowering the centre of gravity. There are no steering wheel paddles to alter brake regeneration, but Vauxhall does provide three driving modes - 'Sport', 'Normal and 'Eco' - with the non-'Sport' settings delivering a little less power in order to preserve driving range, which is quoted at 258 miles. Tech features include Vauxhall's IntelliLux pixel LED headlamps making another appearance with top spec trim, automatically adjusting their beams to road conditions, weather and surrounding traffic. Plusher versions also get the brand's upgraded 'Intelli-Drive 1.0' front camera and radar system that allows an improved level of detection - the 'Forward Collision Alert' system for instance, gains the ability to pick out cyclists. And with 'Intelli-Drive 1.0', three further features are added to the car's repertoire; there's 'Side blind spot alert', which uses ultra-sonic rear bumper sensors to detect a vehicle in your blind spot; 'Lane positioning assist', which helps position you in your lane or follow a vehicle ahead; and 'Rear cross traffic alert', which warns you of approaching vehicles when you're reversing out of a space. So-called 'e-horizon' connectivity enables the system to adapt the car's speed in curves, make speed recommendations to the driver and perform semi-autonomous lane changes.

Design and Build

The Astra Electric comes in either hatch or Sports Tourer estate forms, but you'll struggle to tell either apart from a combustion-engined Astra model, unless you happen to notice the lack of exhaust pipes. The 18-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels (optionally available in black) that feature only on top-spec versions of other Astras are standard here. There are no changes inside to distinguish this full-battery model - apart from the expected EV differences on the instrument and infotainment screens. Like all the latest versions of this Astra above base trim, these 10-inch displays feature the brand's more sophisticated-looking 'Pure Panel Pro' arrangement where the screen surrounds are fully glazed. The back seat is identical to that of any other Astra, which means it's fine for a couple of adults but a fraction more cramped than the class norm. The 54kWh battery doesn't impact it, located in the car's rear structure and carefully packaged so that it takes up no more space than the much smaller 12.4kWh battery that features in the Plug-in Hybrid version of this model. That means luggage space figures of 352-litres with the hatch and 548-litres with the Sports Tourer estate. Fold the back seat in the hatch and there's 1268-litres of capacity available - or 1,574-litres with the Sports Tourer estate.

Market and Model

Asking prices start from around £40,000 for this Astra Electric in hatch form with base 'GS' trim: you'll need just over £3,000 more for plusher 'Ultimate'-spec. There's a premium of £1,200 more for the Sports Tourer estate version. In other words, just a bit more than you'd have to pay for the Plug-in Hybrid version. Still, you can expect plenty of equipment for the money, with features like full-LED headlights, digital instrument dials and standard 'Apple CarPlay' and 'Android Auto' smartphone-mirroring for the centre dash screen. You'll also be able to specify your Astra Electric with an optional 2-tone paint finish. The front seats, developed in-house, are certified by the AGR (a German organisation who campaign for healthier backs) and claim to be exceedingly comfortable for long journeys. The driver is supported by state-of-the-art assistance systems ranging from the 'Intelli-HuD' head-up display to the semi-automated 'Intelli-Drive' assistance system and the 'Intelli-Vision' 360-degree camera. And the brand expects the intelligent 'Intellilux' headlights to be frequently specified option. These use state-of-the-art LED pixel lights. There's also extended traffic sign recognition, rear cross-traffic alert and active lane positioning, which keeps the car in the middle of the driving lane.

Cost of Ownership

We gave you the 258 mile range figure in our 'Driving' section - interestingly, 10 miles more than is quoted for the mechanically-identical Peugeot e-308. To get near to that official WLTP stat, you'll have to make frequent use of the provided 'Brake' button, which will increase the aggressiveness of the brake regeneration system, so recovering more energy back to the 54kWh battery (51kWh usable). Compared to the 50kWh battery used in the Corsa Electric and Mokka Electric models, this one features a new chemical composition comprising 80% nickel, 10% manganese and 10% cobalt, all of which improves efficiency. As do low friction tyres, aero wheel designs and a subtle aero-style EV makeover. Which allows this Astra Electric to run use just 14.9kWh of electricity to cover 62 miles. The brand claims a recharge rate from 10 to 80% in 30 minutes using a 100kW charger. It's 5 hours 45 minutes using an 11kW public charger; and 8 hours using a 7kW garage wallbox. Via the 'My Vauxhall' smartphone app or by using the vehicle's touchscreen, owners can schedule a wake-up time for the battery. This means that the cells can be at the optimal temperature for efficiency from the time you start up, plus of course the interior can also be pre-cooled or pre-heated too. Owners can opt to purchase a single service plan to cover all essential maintenance. Service intervals are every year or 20,000 miles. And with the Astra Electric, you'll be given a certificate of battery capacity after each service; the 54kWh battery comes with an eight year / 100,000 warranty for 70% of its capacity.

Summary

The Astra is no longer amongst the highest volume players in the family hatch segment but this full-electric version has the potential to be amongst the leading contenders in the class for full-EV family hatches. Partly of course, that's because this sector is so sparsely populated. Most EVs of this size are Crossovers, like the Volkswagen ID.3 or the Hyundai Kona Electric. The only other true family hatch offered in full-battery form is this EV Astra's Stellantis Group cousin, the Peugeot e-308 - and maybe arguably the Renault Megane E-Tech and the Kia Niro EV. For sales conquests against those cars, the Astra Electric will depend on sharp dealer finance offers - which might well materialise if sales history with Vauxhall's smaller Corsa Electric and Mokka Electric models is any guide. If that happens, then in this one currently small sub-segment, the Astra could return to being the sales leader it once was.

Displayed below is the vehicle and technical data which is provided by a third party. Please check manufacturer's website prior to any order you place. If any specific feature is required that isn't listed, please make this clear to your account manager at your earliest convenience.
DRIVER CONVENIENCE
  • 180 degree rear view camera
  • Adaptive cruise control with intelligent speed adaption
  • Bluetooth connectivity
  • Breakdown call (b-call)
  • Digital central facia with audio information, digital clock with automatic RDS time adjustment and Outside air temperature with ice warning function
  • Digital instrumentation - Speedometer, rev counter, low fuel gauge warning light + water temperature gauge warning light, shift up/down indicate light
  • Drive mode selector (Eco, Normal, Sport)
  • Drive Smart
  • Driver drowsiness alert system
  • Driver information display - Total mileage, service due indicator, oil life
  • E-remote control
  • eCall emergency system
  • EV information display
  • Extended traffic sign recognition
  • Front and rear parking distance sensors
  • Handsfree calls via steering wheel controls
  • In-crash braking
  • Lane departure warning with lane keep assist
  • Lights on audible warning
  • Multifunction trip computer - Trip mileage, vehicle range, average speed and fueleconomy, instantaneous fuel economy and driving time
  • Natural voice recognition with satellite navigation commands, phone connectivity functions, choice of music playback and operation of electronic clima
  • Over the air updates and WiFi updates
  • PAS
  • Phone book access
  • Pure Panel Digital Display - 10" Digital instrument cluster
  • RDS with traffic programme
  • Service interval indicator
  • Speed sign recognition
  • Vauxhall connect
  • Vehicle microphone
  • Vehicle status and information
  • Wireless charger for mobile devices
ENGINE/DRIVETRAIN/SUSPENSION
  • 11 kW onboard charger
  • Mode 3 charging cable
ENTERTAINMENT
  • 6 speakers
  • AM/FM stereo radio with 36 station presets
  • DAB Digital radio
  • Pure Panel Digital Display - 10" Infotainment colour touchscreen
  • Smartphone interface with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Wireless smartphone projection
  • Steering wheel audio, phone and cruise controls
  • USB connection with iPod control
EXTERIOR FEATURES
  • Active bonnet/headlight/wiper structure
  • Adaptive brake lights
  • Automatic lighting control
  • Black door mirrors
  • Black lower window frame moulding
  • Body colour bumpers with grained black lower front grille and rear valance panel
  • Body colour roof and rear spoiler
  • Body coloured door handles
  • Chrome-effect Griffin logo and Black vizor frame
  • Dark tinted rear windows
  • Door to door illumination
  • Electrically operated front and rear windows with safety auto reverse and one touch up/down facility
  • Heated rear window
  • High beam assist
  • Intelli LED headlights
  • Intermittent rear window wash/wipe
  • LED daytime running lights
  • LED front fog lights
  • LED side repeat indicators
  • LED tail lights
  • Manual folding door mirrors
  • Manual headlight levelling
  • Rear side wing doors
  • Rear view mirror
  • Shark fin aerial
  • Soundproof insulated windscreen
  • Third brake light
  • Twin electrically adjustable and heated door mirrors
  • Two speed rain-sensitive windscreen wipers with variable intermittent wipe
  • Windscreen and side window demist vents
  • Brilliant paint (Available as no-cost option)
INTERIOR FEATURES
  • 12V electrical accessory socket in front
  • 3 seat bench in 2nd row
  • 60/40 split folding rear seat
  • 8 way adjustable ergonomic active driver’s seat
  • Chrome effect interior door handles
  • Driver's and front passenger's sunvisors
  • Electronic climate control
  • Fade up/down front and rear courtesy light
  • Folding storage box on driver side lower facia
  • Four adjustable facia vents
  • Four lashing eyes in load compartment
  • Four way adjustable height, reach, backrest, head restraint in front passengers seat
  • Front and rear seatbelts
  • Front centre armrest with cupholder
  • Front door pockets
  • Front head restraints
  • Fully carpeted load area
  • Glovebox with lid
  • Heated front seats
  • Heated steering wheel
  • Illuminated load area
  • Illuminated vanity mirrors
  • Interior tailgate handle
  • Isofix child seat mounting points on outer rear seats
  • Luggage compartment cover
  • Modene fabric upholstery with side bolsters and surrounds
  • Pollen filter
  • Reach and rake adjustable steering column
  • Rear centre headrest
  • Rear door pockets
  • Rear head restraints
  • Rear reading lights
  • Single front passenger seat
  • Storage compartment in centre console
  • Three spoke flat bottom design leather covered steering wheel with satin chrome effect accents
  • Twin gas assisted tailgate struts
  • Two drinks holder in centre console
PASSIVE SAFETY
  • 3x3 point rear seat belts
  • 8 Airbags - Drivers and front passengers airbags, Front seat side-impact airbags and Full-size curtain airbags
  • Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
  • Automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection
  • Child locks on rear doors
  • Cornering brake control
  • Deactivation switch for front passengers front and side impact airbags
  • Drag torque control
  • Electronic brake force distribution
  • Electronic parking brake
  • Emergency brake assist
  • ESC - Electronic Stability Control + traction control
  • Fading brake support
  • Forward collision alert at low speed
  • Front and outer rear seatbelt force limiters
  • Hill start assist
  • Outer rear seatbelt pretensioners
  • Rollover mitigation
  • Seatbelt unfastened audible warning and warning light
  • Straight line stability control
  • Tyre pressure monitoring system
  • Upper and lower bumper design to reduce upper and lower leg injuries
SECURITY
  • Deadlocking system
  • Key left in ignition audible warning
  • Keyless Start
  • Locking wheel nuts
  • Remote control central locking
  • Remote control ultrasonic security alarm system
TRIM
  • Birdie grey trim inserts on front doors
  • Black facia with modene trim inserts
  • Instrument panel bar in Alexit grey
WHEELS
  • 18" Diamond cut alloy wheels
  • Emergency tyre inflation kit
Displayed below is the vehicle and technical data which is provided by a third party. Please check manufacturer's website prior to any order you place. If any specific feature is required that isn't listed, please make this clear to your account manager at your earliest convenience.
ELECTRIC VEHICLE DATA
  • Battery Capacity % guaranteed under warranty:70

  • Battery Capacity in kWh:54

  • Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Charge Time (Mins):1585

  • Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Percentage Change:0-100

  • Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Power Supply - kW:2.3

  • Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Charge Time (Mins):480

  • Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Percentage Change:0-100

  • Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Power Supply - kW:7

  • Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Charge Time (Mins):345

  • Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Percentage Change:0-100

  • Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Power Supply - kW:11

  • Battery Charging Scenario 4 - Charge Time (Mins):26

  • Battery Charging Scenario 4 - Percentage Change:20-80

  • Battery Charging Scenario 4 - Power Supply - kW:100

  • Battery Leased:No

  • Battery Type:Lithium-ion

  • Charging Port Location:Left Side Rear

  • Coupler/Connector Type:CCS Type 2

  • Maximum Charging Rate - kW:100

  • Standard manufacturers Battery warranty - Mileage:100000

  • Standard manufacturers Battery warranty - Years:8

  • Usable Battery Capacity:51.5

  • WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - City:11.6

  • WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - Comb:14.8

  • WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - Comb - TEH:15.2

  • WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - Comb - TEL:14.8

  • WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - Extra High:19.3

  • WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - High:13.2

  • WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - Low:11.4

  • WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - Medium:11.6

  • WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - City:5.4

  • WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - Comb:4.2

  • WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - Comb - TEH:4.1

  • WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - Comb - TEL:4.2

  • WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - Extra High:3.2

  • WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - High:4.7

  • WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - Low:5.5

  • WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - Medium:5.4

  • WLTP - Pure Electric Range (km) - City:534

  • WLTP - Pure Electric Range (km) - Comb:418

  • WLTP - Pure Electric Range (km) - High - TEH:406

  • WLTP - Pure Electric Range (km) - High - TEL:418

  • WLTP - Pure Electric Range (miles) - City:332

  • WLTP - Pure Electric Range (miles) - Comb:260

  • WLTP - Pure Electric Range (miles) - High - TEH:252

  • WLTP - Pure Electric Range (miles) - High - TEL:260

EMISSIONS - ICE
  • CO:Not Available

  • CO2 (g/km):Data Not Available

  • HC:Not Available

  • HC+NOx:Not Available

  • Noise Level dB(A):Not Available

  • NOx:Not Available

  • Particles:Not Available

  • Standard Euro Emissions:Not Available

ENGINE AND DRIVE TRAIN
  • Camshaft:Not Available

  • Catalytic Convertor:Not Available

  • CC:1

  • Compression Ratio:Not Available

  • Cylinder Layout:Not Available

  • Cylinders:Not Available

  • Cylinders - Bore (mm):Not Available

  • Cylinders - Stroke (mm):Not Available

  • Engine Code:Not Available

  • Engine Layout:Not Available

  • Fuel Delivery:Not Available

  • Gears:1 SPEED

  • Number of Valves:Not Available

  • Transmission:AUTO

FUEL CONSUMPTION - ICE
  • EC Combined (mpg):Not Available

  • EC Directive 1999/100/EC Applies:Not Available

  • EC Extra Urban (mpg):Not Available

  • EC Urban (mpg):Not Available

GENERAL
  • Alternative Fuel Qualifying:Yes

  • Badge Engine CC:0.0

  • Badge Power:156

  • Based On ID:Not Available

  • Coin Description:Not Available

  • Coin Series:Griffin

  • Generation Mark:6

  • Insurance Group 1 - 50 Effective January 07:25E

  • Manufacturers Corrosion Perforation Guarantee - Years:6

  • Manufacturers Paintwork Guarantee - Years:1

  • NCAP Adult Occupant Protection %:80

  • NCAP Child Occupant Protection %:82

  • NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 09:4

  • NCAP Pedestrian Protection %:67

  • NCAP Safety Assist %:66

  • Did at least one aspect of this vehicle's safety give cause for concern?:No

  • Service Interval Frequency - Months:24

  • Service Interval Mileage:16000

  • Special Edition:No

  • Special Order:No

  • Standard manufacturers warranty - Mileage:60000

  • Standard manufacturers warranty - Years:3

  • Timing Belt Interval Frequency - Months:Not Available

  • Timing Belt Interval Mileage:Not Available

  • Vehicle Homologation Class:M1

PERFORMANCE
  • 0 to 62 mph (secs):9.2

  • Engine Power - BHP:156

  • Engine Power - KW:115

  • Engine Torque - LBS.FT:199

  • Engine Torque - MKG:27.5

  • Engine Torque - NM:270

  • Top Speed:105

TEST CYCLES
  • Emissions Test Cycle:WLTP

  • RDE Certification Level:N/A

TYRES
  • Alloys?:Yes

  • Space Saver?:No

  • Tyre Size Front:215/45 R18

  • Tyre Size Rear:215/45 R18

  • Tyre Size Spare:TYRE REPAIR KIT

  • Wheel Style:Not Available

  • Wheel Type:18" ALLOY

VEHICLE DIMENSIONS
  • Height:1441

  • Height (including roof rails):Not Available

  • Length:4374

  • Wheelbase:2675

  • Width:1860

  • Width (including mirrors):2062

WEIGHT AND CAPACITIES
  • Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres):Not Available

  • Gross Vehicle Weight:2100

  • Luggage Capacity (Seats Down):1268

  • Luggage Capacity (Seats Up):352

  • Max. Loading Weight:421

  • Max. Roof Load:75

  • Minimum Kerbweight:1679

  • No. of Seats:5

By Line

Vauxhall's Astra Electric delivers a fourth powertrain option to this eighth generation family hatch. Jonathan Crouch takes a look.

Ten Second Review

Vauxhall aims to be an EV-only manufacturer by 2028, so it needs to get on with delivering us more full-battery models. Like this one, the Astra Electric. It shares all its engineering with a Peugeot e-308 and, like that Stellantis Group cousin, is available in hatch and Sports Tourer estate form with very class-competitive range and charging stats.

Background

Vauxhall finds itself in a dilemma. With the latest range of Griffin-badged models, marque owner the Stellantis Group has instructed the brand to push up prices, aim at private customers and switch away from the low-margin fleet sales that have sustained this manufacturer for the last few decades. Yet here, it's introducing its first all-electric family hatchback, the Astra Electric, into an EV market 70% of which is dominated by registrations made to fleets and businesses. How these people will feel about plump pricing which pitches this car in the £40,000 to £45,000 bracket it'll be interesting to see. There's certainly no sign of pricing for electric vehicles getting anywhere near the figures being asked for their combustion-powered counterparts. As with its identically engineered Stellantis Group cousin the Peugeot e-308, the Astra Electric (available in hatch or Sports Tourer estate forms) joins a range with three combustion alternatives, conventional petrol and diesel Astras selling alongside a Plug-in Hybrid version. Why would you pay the extra for this full-EV model? Let's find out.

Driving Experience

No surprises with the drivetrain here. All other Astras share everything with equivalent versions of Peugeot's 308 and so does this Astra Electric. Which means you get a 54kWh battery pack powering a front-mounted 152bhp electric motor putting out a healthy 270Nm of torque. This kind of output ought to be enough for a car of this size, but because it shares much the same 1.6-tonne kerb weight as the Hybrid variants, you can expect the initially rapid start-off punch to tail off pretty rapidly, the 62mph benchmark finally reached in just 9.2 seconds, on the way to a modest top speed of 106mph. Through the corners, you'll feel the extra weight of that big battery, but as usual in an EV, its central lower down positioning minimises the downside by lowering the centre of gravity. There are no steering wheel paddles to alter brake regeneration, but Vauxhall does provide three driving modes - 'Sport', 'Normal and 'Eco' - with the non-'Sport' settings delivering a little less power in order to preserve driving range, which is quoted at 258 miles. Tech features include Vauxhall's IntelliLux pixel LED headlamps making another appearance with top spec trim, automatically adjusting their beams to road conditions, weather and surrounding traffic. Plusher versions also get the brand's upgraded 'Intelli-Drive 1.0' front camera and radar system that allows an improved level of detection - the 'Forward Collision Alert' system for instance, gains the ability to pick out cyclists. And with 'Intelli-Drive 1.0', three further features are added to the car's repertoire; there's 'Side blind spot alert', which uses ultra-sonic rear bumper sensors to detect a vehicle in your blind spot; 'Lane positioning assist', which helps position you in your lane or follow a vehicle ahead; and 'Rear cross traffic alert', which warns you of approaching vehicles when you're reversing out of a space. So-called 'e-horizon' connectivity enables the system to adapt the car's speed in curves, make speed recommendations to the driver and perform semi-autonomous lane changes.

Design and Build

The Astra Electric comes in either hatch or Sports Tourer estate forms, but you'll struggle to tell either apart from a combustion-engined Astra model, unless you happen to notice the lack of exhaust pipes. The 18-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels (optionally available in black) that feature only on top-spec versions of other Astras are standard here. There are no changes inside to distinguish this full-battery model - apart from the expected EV differences on the instrument and infotainment screens. Like all the latest versions of this Astra above base trim, these 10-inch displays feature the brand's more sophisticated-looking 'Pure Panel Pro' arrangement where the screen surrounds are fully glazed. The back seat is identical to that of any other Astra, which means it's fine for a couple of adults but a fraction more cramped than the class norm. The 54kWh battery doesn't impact it, located in the car's rear structure and carefully packaged so that it takes up no more space than the much smaller 12.4kWh battery that features in the Plug-in Hybrid version of this model. That means luggage space figures of 352-litres with the hatch and 548-litres with the Sports Tourer estate. Fold the back seat in the hatch and there's 1268-litres of capacity available - or 1,574-litres with the Sports Tourer estate.

Market and Model

Asking prices start from around £40,000 for this Astra Electric in hatch form with base 'GS' trim: you'll need just over £3,000 more for plusher 'Ultimate'-spec. There's a premium of £1,200 more for the Sports Tourer estate version. In other words, just a bit more than you'd have to pay for the Plug-in Hybrid version. Still, you can expect plenty of equipment for the money, with features like full-LED headlights, digital instrument dials and standard 'Apple CarPlay' and 'Android Auto' smartphone-mirroring for the centre dash screen. You'll also be able to specify your Astra Electric with an optional 2-tone paint finish. The front seats, developed in-house, are certified by the AGR (a German organisation who campaign for healthier backs) and claim to be exceedingly comfortable for long journeys. The driver is supported by state-of-the-art assistance systems ranging from the 'Intelli-HuD' head-up display to the semi-automated 'Intelli-Drive' assistance system and the 'Intelli-Vision' 360-degree camera. And the brand expects the intelligent 'Intellilux' headlights to be frequently specified option. These use state-of-the-art LED pixel lights. There's also extended traffic sign recognition, rear cross-traffic alert and active lane positioning, which keeps the car in the middle of the driving lane.

Cost of Ownership

We gave you the 258 mile range figure in our 'Driving' section - interestingly, 10 miles more than is quoted for the mechanically-identical Peugeot e-308. To get near to that official WLTP stat, you'll have to make frequent use of the provided 'Brake' button, which will increase the aggressiveness of the brake regeneration system, so recovering more energy back to the 54kWh battery (51kWh usable). Compared to the 50kWh battery used in the Corsa Electric and Mokka Electric models, this one features a new chemical composition comprising 80% nickel, 10% manganese and 10% cobalt, all of which improves efficiency. As do low friction tyres, aero wheel designs and a subtle aero-style EV makeover. Which allows this Astra Electric to run use just 14.9kWh of electricity to cover 62 miles. The brand claims a recharge rate from 10 to 80% in 30 minutes using a 100kW charger. It's 5 hours 45 minutes using an 11kW public charger; and 8 hours using a 7kW garage wallbox. Via the 'My Vauxhall' smartphone app or by using the vehicle's touchscreen, owners can schedule a wake-up time for the battery. This means that the cells can be at the optimal temperature for efficiency from the time you start up, plus of course the interior can also be pre-cooled or pre-heated too. Owners can opt to purchase a single service plan to cover all essential maintenance. Service intervals are every year or 20,000 miles. And with the Astra Electric, you'll be given a certificate of battery capacity after each service; the 54kWh battery comes with an eight year / 100,000 warranty for 70% of its capacity.

Summary

The Astra is no longer amongst the highest volume players in the family hatch segment but this full-electric version has the potential to be amongst the leading contenders in the class for full-EV family hatches. Partly of course, that's because this sector is so sparsely populated. Most EVs of this size are Crossovers, like the Volkswagen ID.3 or the Hyundai Kona Electric. The only other true family hatch offered in full-battery form is this EV Astra's Stellantis Group cousin, the Peugeot e-308 - and maybe arguably the Renault Megane E-Tech and the Kia Niro EV. For sales conquests against those cars, the Astra Electric will depend on sharp dealer finance offers - which might well materialise if sales history with Vauxhall's smaller Corsa Electric and Mokka Electric models is any guide. If that happens, then in this one currently small sub-segment, the Astra could return to being the sales leader it once was.

Displayed below is the vehicle and technical data which is provided by a third party. Please check manufacturer's website prior to any order you place. If any specific feature is required that isn't listed, please make this clear to your account manager at your earliest convenience.
DRIVER CONVENIENCE
  • 180 degree rear view camera
  • Adaptive cruise control with intelligent speed adaption
  • Bluetooth connectivity
  • Breakdown call (b-call)
  • Digital central facia with audio information, digital clock with automatic RDS time adjustment and Outside air temperature with ice warning function
  • Digital instrumentation - Speedometer, rev counter, low fuel gauge warning light + water temperature gauge warning light, shift up/down indicate light
  • Drive mode selector (Eco, Normal, Sport)
  • Drive Smart
  • Driver drowsiness alert system
  • Driver information display - Total mileage, service due indicator, oil life
  • E-remote control
  • eCall emergency system
  • EV information display
  • Extended traffic sign recognition
  • Front and rear parking distance sensors
  • Handsfree calls via steering wheel controls
  • In-crash braking
  • Lane departure warning with lane keep assist
  • Lights on audible warning
  • Multifunction trip computer - Trip mileage, vehicle range, average speed and fueleconomy, instantaneous fuel economy and driving time
  • Natural voice recognition with satellite navigation commands, phone connectivity functions, choice of music playback and operation of electronic clima
  • Over the air updates and WiFi updates
  • PAS
  • Phone book access
  • Pure Panel Digital Display - 10" Digital instrument cluster
  • RDS with traffic programme
  • Service interval indicator
  • Speed sign recognition
  • Vauxhall connect
  • Vehicle microphone
  • Vehicle status and information
  • Wireless charger for mobile devices
ENGINE/DRIVETRAIN/SUSPENSION
  • 11 kW onboard charger
  • Mode 3 charging cable
ENTERTAINMENT
  • 6 speakers
  • AM/FM stereo radio with 36 station presets
  • DAB Digital radio
  • Pure Panel Digital Display - 10" Infotainment colour touchscreen
  • Smartphone interface with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Wireless smartphone projection
  • Steering wheel audio, phone and cruise controls
  • USB connection with iPod control
EXTERIOR FEATURES
  • Active bonnet/headlight/wiper structure
  • Adaptive brake lights
  • Automatic lighting control
  • Black door mirrors
  • Black lower window frame moulding
  • Body colour bumpers with grained black lower front grille and rear valance panel
  • Body colour roof and rear spoiler
  • Body coloured door handles
  • Chrome-effect Griffin logo and Black vizor frame
  • Dark tinted rear windows
  • Door to door illumination
  • Electrically operated front and rear windows with safety auto reverse and one touch up/down facility
  • Heated rear window
  • High beam assist
  • Intelli LED headlights
  • Intermittent rear window wash/wipe
  • LED daytime running lights
  • LED front fog lights
  • LED side repeat indicators
  • LED tail lights
  • Manual folding door mirrors
  • Manual headlight levelling
  • Rear side wing doors
  • Rear view mirror
  • Shark fin aerial
  • Soundproof insulated windscreen
  • Third brake light
  • Twin electrically adjustable and heated door mirrors
  • Two speed rain-sensitive windscreen wipers with variable intermittent wipe
  • Windscreen and side window demist vents
  • Brilliant paint (Available as no-cost option) (Available as no-cost option)
INTERIOR FEATURES
  • 12V electrical accessory socket in front
  • 3 seat bench in 2nd row
  • 60/40 split folding rear seat
  • 8 way adjustable ergonomic active driver’s seat
  • Chrome effect interior door handles
  • Driver's and front passenger's sunvisors
  • Electronic climate control
  • Fade up/down front and rear courtesy light
  • Folding storage box on driver side lower facia
  • Four adjustable facia vents
  • Four lashing eyes in load compartment
  • Four way adjustable height, reach, backrest, head restraint in front passengers seat
  • Front and rear seatbelts
  • Front centre armrest with cupholder
  • Front door pockets
  • Front head restraints
  • Fully carpeted load area
  • Glovebox with lid
  • Heated front seats
  • Heated steering wheel
  • Illuminated load area
  • Illuminated vanity mirrors
  • Interior tailgate handle
  • Isofix child seat mounting points on outer rear seats
  • Luggage compartment cover
  • Modene fabric upholstery with side bolsters and surrounds
  • Pollen filter
  • Reach and rake adjustable steering column
  • Rear centre headrest
  • Rear door pockets
  • Rear head restraints
  • Rear reading lights
  • Single front passenger seat
  • Storage compartment in centre console
  • Three spoke flat bottom design leather covered steering wheel with satin chrome effect accents
  • Twin gas assisted tailgate struts
  • Two drinks holder in centre console
PASSIVE SAFETY
  • 3x3 point rear seat belts
  • 8 Airbags - Drivers and front passengers airbags, Front seat side-impact airbags and Full-size curtain airbags
  • Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
  • Automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection
  • Child locks on rear doors
  • Cornering brake control
  • Deactivation switch for front passengers front and side impact airbags
  • Drag torque control
  • Electronic brake force distribution
  • Electronic parking brake
  • Emergency brake assist
  • ESC - Electronic Stability Control + traction control
  • Fading brake support
  • Forward collision alert at low speed
  • Front and outer rear seatbelt force limiters
  • Hill start assist
  • Outer rear seatbelt pretensioners
  • Rollover mitigation
  • Seatbelt unfastened audible warning and warning light
  • Straight line stability control
  • Tyre pressure monitoring system
  • Upper and lower bumper design to reduce upper and lower leg injuries
SECURITY
  • Deadlocking system
  • Key left in ignition audible warning
  • Keyless Start
  • Locking wheel nuts
  • Remote control central locking
  • Remote control ultrasonic security alarm system
TRIM
  • Birdie grey trim inserts on front doors
  • Black facia with modene trim inserts
  • Instrument panel bar in Alexit grey
WHEELS
  • 18" Diamond cut alloy wheels
  • Emergency tyre inflation kit
Displayed below is the vehicle and technical data which is provided by a third party. Please check manufacturer's website prior to any order you place. If any specific feature is required that isn't listed, please make this clear to your account manager at your earliest convenience.
ELECTRIC VEHICLE DATA
  • Battery Capacity % guaranteed under warranty:70

  • Battery Capacity in kWh:54

  • Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Charge Time (Mins):1585

  • Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Percentage Change:0-100

  • Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Power Supply - kW:2.3

  • Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Charge Time (Mins):480

  • Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Percentage Change:0-100

  • Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Power Supply - kW:7

  • Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Charge Time (Mins):345

  • Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Percentage Change:0-100

  • Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Power Supply - kW:11

  • Battery Charging Scenario 4 - Charge Time (Mins):26

  • Battery Charging Scenario 4 - Percentage Change:20-80

  • Battery Charging Scenario 4 - Power Supply - kW:100

  • Battery Leased:No

  • Battery Type:Lithium-ion

  • Charging Port Location:Left Side Rear

  • Coupler/Connector Type:CCS Type 2

  • Maximum Charging Rate - kW:100

  • Standard manufacturers Battery warranty - Mileage:100000

  • Standard manufacturers Battery warranty - Years:8

  • Usable Battery Capacity:51.5

  • WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - City:11.6

  • WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - Comb:14.8

  • WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - Comb - TEH:15.2

  • WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - Comb - TEL:14.8

  • WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - Extra High:19.3

  • WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - High:13.2

  • WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - Low:11.4

  • WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - Medium:11.6

  • WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - City:5.4

  • WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - Comb:4.2

  • WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - Comb - TEH:4.1

  • WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - Comb - TEL:4.2

  • WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - Extra High:3.2

  • WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - High:4.7

  • WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - Low:5.5

  • WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - Medium:5.4

  • WLTP - Pure Electric Range (km) - City:534

  • WLTP - Pure Electric Range (km) - Comb:418

  • WLTP - Pure Electric Range (km) - High - TEH:406

  • WLTP - Pure Electric Range (km) - High - TEL:418

  • WLTP - Pure Electric Range (miles) - City:332

  • WLTP - Pure Electric Range (miles) - Comb:260

  • WLTP - Pure Electric Range (miles) - High - TEH:252

  • WLTP - Pure Electric Range (miles) - High - TEL:260

EMISSIONS - ICE
  • CO:Not Available

  • CO2 (g/km):Data Not Available

  • HC:Not Available

  • HC+NOx:Not Available

  • Noise Level dB(A):Not Available

  • NOx:Not Available

  • Particles:Not Available

  • Standard Euro Emissions:Not Available

ENGINE AND DRIVE TRAIN
  • Camshaft:Not Available

  • Catalytic Convertor:Not Available

  • CC:1

  • Compression Ratio:Not Available

  • Cylinder Layout:Not Available

  • Cylinders:Not Available

  • Cylinders - Bore (mm):Not Available

  • Cylinders - Stroke (mm):Not Available

  • Engine Code:Not Available

  • Engine Layout:Not Available

  • Fuel Delivery:Not Available

  • Gears:1 SPEED

  • Number of Valves:Not Available

  • Transmission:AUTO

FUEL CONSUMPTION - ICE
  • EC Combined (mpg):Not Available

  • EC Directive 1999/100/EC Applies:Not Available

  • EC Extra Urban (mpg):Not Available

  • EC Urban (mpg):Not Available

GENERAL
  • Alternative Fuel Qualifying:Yes

  • Badge Engine CC:0.0

  • Badge Power:156

  • Based On ID:Not Available

  • Coin Description:Not Available

  • Coin Series:Griffin

  • Generation Mark:6

  • Insurance Group 1 - 50 Effective January 07:25E

  • Manufacturers Corrosion Perforation Guarantee - Years:6

  • Manufacturers Paintwork Guarantee - Years:1

  • NCAP Adult Occupant Protection %:80

  • NCAP Child Occupant Protection %:82

  • NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 09:4

  • NCAP Pedestrian Protection %:67

  • NCAP Safety Assist %:66

  • Did at least one aspect of this vehicle's safety give cause for concern?:No

  • Service Interval Frequency - Months:24

  • Service Interval Mileage:16000

  • Special Edition:No

  • Special Order:No

  • Standard manufacturers warranty - Mileage:60000

  • Standard manufacturers warranty - Years:3

  • Timing Belt Interval Frequency - Months:Not Available

  • Timing Belt Interval Mileage:Not Available

  • Vehicle Homologation Class:M1

PERFORMANCE
  • 0 to 62 mph (secs):9.2

  • Engine Power - BHP:156

  • Engine Power - KW:115

  • Engine Torque - LBS.FT:199

  • Engine Torque - MKG:27.5

  • Engine Torque - NM:270

  • Top Speed:105

TEST CYCLES
  • Emissions Test Cycle:WLTP

  • RDE Certification Level:N/A

TYRES
  • Alloys?:Yes

  • Space Saver?:No

  • Tyre Size Front:215/45 R18

  • Tyre Size Rear:215/45 R18

  • Tyre Size Spare:TYRE REPAIR KIT

  • Wheel Style:Not Available

  • Wheel Type:18" ALLOY

VEHICLE DIMENSIONS
  • Height:1441

  • Height (including roof rails):Not Available

  • Length:4374

  • Wheelbase:2675

  • Width:1860

  • Width (including mirrors):2062

WEIGHT AND CAPACITIES
  • Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres):Not Available

  • Gross Vehicle Weight:2100

  • Luggage Capacity (Seats Down):1268

  • Luggage Capacity (Seats Up):352

  • Max. Loading Weight:421

  • Max. Roof Load:75

  • Minimum Kerbweight:1679

  • No. of Seats:5

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Vehicle Information
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Transmission
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Fuel Type
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Fuel Consumption
0-62 mph
Engine Size
0.0 CC
No. of Doors
5
CO2
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