Opel Astra, a car that opened the era of the "Golf Class" models of Opel company appeared on the market in 1991. The goal of his appearance was to replace the empty niche, which was previously held by Opel Kadett A. Each new generation of Opel cars is marked with the letter of the Latin alphabet. Since the last model KADETT had an index E, then the first generation of Opel Astra, the price of which was absolutely democratic, is indicated by the letter F.
Overview Opel Astra of all modifications
Opel Astra F (1991)
The first generation of Opel Astra was presented with a wide range of modifications. It was: 3- and 5-door hatchbacks, sedan, 5-door wagon Caravan and the commercial version of the last - 3-door "Astravan", designed to transport goods. Then two sports modifications were presented - GT and GSI. The first - with a 2.0 l engine with a capacity of 115 liters. p., and the second 16-valve, with 2.0 l and 150 liters. from. respectively. Two years later, the GSI version, which was released earlier in the modification of the 3-door hatchback and the 5-door Caravan, entered the ASTRA quadruple convertible.
As for engines, their choice is impressive: five gasoline and two diesel. All of them are 4-cylinder, with a volume of 1.2 to 2 liters. Diesel "Opolevsky" 1.7 l with a capacity of 60 liters. p., and turbodiesel isuzy 1.7 l with a capacity of 82 liters. from. The gearbox of all models of the five-speed mechanical (less often four-step "automatic").
High-quality leather materials in the interior decoration, comfortable seats with adjustment range for maximum comfort, elegant instrument panel, air conditioning and airbag for the passenger - interior that creates pleasant impressions.
The relative softness of the ASTRA car is different on the go. The transverse stability stabilizer in the front and rear parts of the machine allows you to keep the road well. An independent front and semi-dependent rear suspension provide excellent maneuverity and efficient movement. Most Astra models have a brake system with ABS, as well as front disc and rear drum braking mechanisms. In sports options - disc brakes and front, and rear. The volume of luggage compartments: 3- and 5-door hatchbacks - 360 liters, and with folded rear seats of 1200 liters., 5-door wagon Caravan - 500 l. and 1630 l, respectively.
Minor changes that the Opel Astra machine underwent in 1994 was affected by the appearance. There are new wheels, radiator grille, headlights and mirrors. The cabin has improved the quality of the finishing, and the steering wheel acquired a safety pillow.
Opel Astra G (1997)
The Astra model designed by Opel, presented in 1997 on the Frankfurt Motor Show, was almost a new one who did not take anything from the predecessor. Hanging quality, ergonomics, as well as the interior decoration were improved. At first, the update was represented by three models: three- and five-door hatchbacks, and a wagon. A year later, a sedan was added to them. The convertible from production was removed. The body strength has significantly increased, in the manufacture of which about 20 varieties of steel are used and the resistance to corrosion has improved. As for safety, it is on the auto Astra's auto, there are four airbags, two frontal and two lateral, hidden in the backs of the front seats. For the first time, a submissive rear suspension was applied, which ensures the stability of the machine on steep turns. Gasoline engines remained the same, but diesel was supplemented with a new version: Turbodiesel with a volume of 2.0 liters with a capacity of 82 hp. In addition, in 1999, the Coupe model was released, with a body coupe, and in 2001 - the Opel Astra Cabrio convertible. The exclusivity of these modifications is that despite the manual assembly of new models of Opel Astra, their value was competitive.
Opel Astra H (2004)
The modernized model Opel Astra 2004 was sedan, 3 and 5 door hatchbacks, a wagon, as well as a convertible coupe. The introduction of the ESP stabilization system has significantly increased the prestige of the brand. High quality finishing materials and a variety of color solutions, ergonomic chairs, as well as a folding rear back, which allows you to carry loads up to 1.67 m long, emphasize the practicality of the car. The engine ruler consists of 5 gasoline and 3 diesel, and power ranges from 90 to 200 liters. from. Despite the numerous technical innovations of the new model Opel Astra, the price remained almost at the same level.
Opel Astra J (2010)
The new class "C" class is made on the front-wheel drive platform Delta II. At 71 mm, the length of the wheelbase was increased and the front and rear track was expanded by 56 and 70 mm, respectively. The rigidity of the body is intensified (43%) and bending (10%). As in the restyling of the 97th year, this time the Astra car also has almost completely updated. Quadricular headlights were changed by LED optics, air intakes and fog lights began to look more modernly to look, changed the view and grille of the radiator. The roof silhouette has become more sporty, and the rear window got a greater slope. Sports of seats, a number of additional compartments for subject little things, red lighting of door handles, cup holders, which perfectly lay a mobile phone or GPS navigator - are the main updates of the interior.
Opel Astra J (restyling 2012)
Point restyling 2012 touched the lattice of the radiator, the front bumper and the shape of the fog. As an additional equipment, it was added: heated seats, a rear view camera and a warning system about the congress from the traffic strip. The engine gamma was supplemented with a new Diesel CDTI BITURBO with a capacity of 192 liters. from. and the volume of 2 liters (in Russia is not yet presented). The premiere of Astra J took place in September 2012 in Paris. With regard to the technical details of the updated Opel Astra, the configuration and prices have long been represented, including the network.
To answer this question, we decided to ride on Astre-N, which continue to sell along with a new one, the fact that under the letter J. and entrusted this to the older employee's editorial staff: it is necessary to know if the permanent growth of dimensions justifies themselves.
MODERN CLASSIC
How she looks like?
"What did you take a car with an old car?" - I met me on the threshold is overlooking the familiar neighbor. Of course, with the release of the next generation, the predecessor model almost immediately begins to look slightly outdated - especially if the appearance of the heap is differ in radically, as in the case of "Astro". But personally, I do not agree with the neighbor. Like almost our entire edition, as well as friends, acquaintances and relatives, which during this time managed to get in touch with the car. Moreover, in the 3-door body "Astra-N" even today seems more relevant to the sports spirit of the city "lighter", rather than her filling heiress.
However, to say that the sedan looks as organic, I can not - too obviously visible as if the "tail" was not necessary. Nevertheless, thanks to the proportions found right, thanks to the base, increased to 2.7 m - the car does not cause such rejection as early experiments of designers on the field of creating such sedans. Remember, for example, the first "symbol" or "Peugeot-206-sedan".
Pretty soon, the practical advantage of both the forms of the body as a whole and sedan in particular was also revealed. The rear glass for obvious reasons is not required by the "janitor", and to visit the sink even after a 200-kilometer country trip in the rain it is not at all necessary - the white sedan with ten steps looks nirious clean. And even the mirrors practically do not lose their ability to reflect reality.
From a rather high road lumen, the sedan seems slightly "galley". However, worthy clearance pleased me throughout our dating - it is difficult to find in the city of Bordur, which will begin to grind Carter's defense. Yes, and winter bars in the Sergiev Posad district proved that on good tires, you can safely follow the crossovers in a third of the wheels in depth. Miracles do not happen, but you can "plant" a sedan only when you yourself feel that it's not worth moving into a single one.
Special thanks to Bixenon Famos. They not only look like a silent, but also have excellent neighbor and amazing distant light: when in addition to turning the curtains of the main headlight, an additional "haloge" with a capacity of 55 W is connected - in the winter forest you feel the king.
Downside!
What is she inside?
In the cabin, I felt pretty quickly. In addition to musical accompaniment, it was possible to entertain himself in Astre-N, and telephone negotiations through a regular audio system, and a gasket of the optimal route, and an acquaintance with the on-board computer menu, which, including the distribution of air flows.
More recently, all this was in a rather long list of additional equipment. But the spring appeared a new price list - all versions went up by 5,000 rubles, and from the options left only three packages, fixed for each of the versions of equipping, and bi-xenon headlights. By and large, I regret only the impossibility of an ESP order. Because other amenities are not too pleased. Luke rubbed me a top, if I tried to straighten my back. Navigation, unlike the fact that there is "insignia" and "corsa", is devoid of a Russian-speaking interface and not so detailed as I would like. And the leather seats, on which in winter and in the summer it was to sit, let's say so, it's not very pleasant, I would gladly prefer the standard upholstery of "Cosmos", where the role of skin performs its high-quality imitation, and at the points of the greatest contact with the body you find the "breathable" fabric .
I could not adapt to the speed to quickly disable or turn on the air conditioner - the separate button is not provided, but to be distracted from the road itself more expensive. With an increase in 190, I definitely lack the lower position of the seat cushion, and not only because of the hatch - completely straightening, I discovered the sun visors before my eyes. For six months, I could not find the optimal position behind the wheel - to choose between comfort and visibility.
But to most controls, including the sheer-skinned steering wheel suitable for my hands, as well as walking strictly in a direct automatic transmission selector, claims did not appear. If it were not for the inclusion of the air conditioner through the on-board menu, the ergonomics of the driver's seat I could call the exemplary. This is not "insignia" you, where the head can get sick from the number of buttons with unaccustomed.
Impressive and outstanding noise insulation - even on the studded "Hakkaphelitte-7" at 100 km / h in the salon heard a buzzing under the nose of a neighbor. I was pleased with the fact that the interior was warm at -15OC overboard already by the seventh-eighth minute of the trip, and thanks to the parking sensors and good visibility, the maneuvering did not create any problems. It is a pity that the work of the sensors could only be heard - in contrast, say, from "Volkswagen", the color monitor does not duplicate them.
Heart not old
How does she go?
The duet of the 1.8-liter 140-strong "four" and "automat", in which only four steps, I have optimism, who has managed to keep the "turbo" in a small volume and new-fashioned "DE-ES-GE", understandable, did not cause. But time went, and little, I began to remember the forgotten was the charms of a classic combination - a guaranteed winter start, quick warm-up while driving and even the possibility of "zero". Yes, do not be surprised, in comparison with the new "Astro", its predecessor in the dirt will in no case hit.
I can respond to declare that a time-tested 1.8-liter engine and a 4-speed "automatic" early to discount. Thanks to the "Sport" button, the ACP supports lower gear, and the motor is much more reacting to the position of the throttle valve, and under certain circumstances, this couple is more than a higher duet. After all, the 6-speed "automatic" of the modern sister is inclined to save fuel, and therefore spores turns on the highest gear. And if it is necessary to accelerate urgently, say, from 60 km / h, the second, or even more delay, you are guaranteed, while the 4-mortar works without annoying thinking.
In addition, the "old", according to my neighbor, the car is friends with the devias more than "Astra-J", - rolls are less pronounced, and the handlebar is more informative. No one demands from the family sedan of such qualities, and yet its potential opportunities cannot but rejoice.
With uniform movement, even in combination with a 4-speed "automatic", which in the country highway oh, as lacking 5th transmission (at 100 km / h, the tachometer shows already 3000 rpm), from 1,8-liter "ecotek" You can achieve a cost of 7-7.5 liters per 100 km. But it is worth making a couple of overtaking or get into the plug as a motor begins to show a non-good appetite. Nevertheless, the average fuel consumption of 11.5 liters, provided that 80% of the run fell into Moscow, including winter, can be called more than acceptable.
Approximately half of the dressing accounted for AI-92. In winter, with a more accurate, maximum of floatal, driving the machine slightly loses in the dynamics. But cheaper gasoline spends almost as much as more expensive. If they sweep up, then the 7% difference in price between the 92nd and 95th will no longer cover the increasing fuel consumption in this case.
Where is he a button?
What does it take?
It is believed that the hatchback is a priori functional classic sedan. However, I quietly loaded the stroller in a separate trunk "Astra", and my wife and his daughter sat down on the sofa, where there are full-time fastenings of isofixes for a children's armchair. Moreover, in the bag, in addition to the stroller, a 2-week reserve of the provisional was easily laid. And the spilled short-time jar of young cucumbers revealed another plus separated from the housing compartment of the trunk - that the incident occurred, we learned only when the lid opened.
However, they were found and reasons to turn. The opening button of the trunk is located exactly in the middle of the central console - reaching deep into the cabin with the packages in the hands is extremely uncomfortable. There is no separate button for the lice of the trunk on the remote control, but if you hold the center of unlocking the center lock for more than 3 seconds, the exception can be left and remotely. Yes, the trouble - in the cold the console did not always respond the first time. We had to reach again to the key in the cabin, stingy pants.
Considering the technical characteristics of Opel Astra H, it is necessary to take into account the variations: more than 5 different volumes of the engine, sedan, station wagon, two hatchback and convertible, 3 configurations.
Opel Astra H - specifications for a whole family
The technical characteristics of Opel Astra H is impossible to describe in one paragraph. Because Astra H is not one car, this is a whole family. A ruler consisting of at least 5 cars. The same at first glance, but different in their essence, in their own chassis, appearance and size.
Astra H began to be issued in 2004. In 2007 survived a small restyling. Changes were subject to engine specifications. They became more powerful, economical and environmentally friendly. The front bumper, mirrors, and some elements of the interior decoration were also swap. Astra H is still produced, in the body wagon, sedan or 5-door hatchback, but already under the name Astra Family.
08.03.2017
Opel Astra H (Opel Astra 3) - Third generation of a car's passenger car. Astra has always been a popular model, but this generation was particularly pleased with sales dealers. Recently, the number of used Opel Astra H has increased dramatically, it is certainly to bind with a natural updating of machines, as most motorists make it every 4-5 years. But, maybe so that the owners begin to get rid of their cars after running 100-150 thousand km . And, what is the true reason, and what disadvantages are peculiar to this car, now we will try to figure it out.
A bit of history:
Debut Opel Astra h took place in 2003 at the auto show in Frankfurt, and already in March 2004 the serial assembly of the car began. In the markets of different countries, he also produced under the names of Chevrolet Astra, Chevrolet Vectra, Holden Astra, Saturn Astra and Vauxhall Astra. The novelty was called upon to change, popular at the time, Opel Vectra B. Total for the storming of the segment " C."Or, as it is still customary, golf class, four bodies based on the Delta platform developed by General Motors - three and five-door hatchback, sedan, wagon and coupe.
For most CIS markets, the car was gathered at the Russian Avtotor Plant in Kaliningrad, and since 2008, at the General Motors motor assembled factory in Shushary under St. Petersburg. The design of the car was developed by the director of the German Designer Studio Opel in Rüsselsheim - Friedhel Enler, he is the creator of Opel Corsa. The production of the model ceased in 2009, Opel Astra J, but, even after the release of a new model, did not decrease the popularity of Opel Astra h, therefore, it was decided to extend the production of this model (the car was made until 2014 called Astra Family).
Weak places and disadvantages of Opel Astra H with mileage
Unlike most competitors, Opel Astra H has a sufficiently high-quality paint and varnish coating. The exceptions turned out to be cars produced in Poland, paint was intimidated on such copies and fell off slices, good, the manufacturer eliminated all the flaws under warranty. The body is completely galvanized, thanks to this, it is not bad to oppose the onslaught of red sickness, but still, over time, from the effects of reagents that our roads are sprinkled, it is possible to detect corrosion foci on the trunk doors, edges of doors and thresholds. On cars of the first years of release, the headlights are muttered, too, can also dine the handles of the rear doors.
Engines
For Opel Astra H, a large number of power units were available: gasoline - 1.4 (90 hp), 1.6 (105 hp), 1.8 (125 hp) and 2.0 (170, 200 hp) ; Diesel - 1.3 (90 hp), 1.7 (100 hp), 1.9 (120 and 150 hp). All motors are quite reliable, but, after 100,000 km, mileage require minor investments. Motor 1.4 has established itself, but, due to insufficient power, this power unit does not use in demand among motorists. In more common motors 1.6 and 1.8, in our operating conditions, the catalyst and the EGR valve is very quickly contaminated. The problem is particularly relevant for cars operated in the metropolis. One of the most serious breakdowns, with which many Astra had to face, is the stubborn gears of intake and graduation camshaft. This trouble takes place on the range of 60-80 thousand km, and after repair there are no guarantees that it will not happen again. Signs of availability will serve: increased noise when starting the engine (grinding, roar) and deterioration in the dynamics.
Also, the main disadvantages include a small resource of the rear engine support (it comes to disrepair every 60-70 thousand km). Often, the owners face a malfunction of the ignition system module, the cause of the ailment lies in a bad contact in the connectors and a late replacement of spark plugs. A closer to 2,50000 km takes a break of the membrane responsible for the recirculation of crankcase gases, is in the valve lid. It is possible to determine the problem by unstable engine operation, as well as on a sizum smoke from the exhaust system. Very often, the services are sentenced to overhaul, however, the problem is solved by replacing the valve cover. The most powerful power unit, in most cases, does not require repair up to 150,000 km, but, small troubles, such as fogging the head of the cylinder block and leakage of oil through the crankshaft gland may occur and after 20,000 miles of run.
All motors are equipped with a timing belt drive, according to the regulations, the belt replacement was prescribed once every 90,000 km, but there were cases of belt cliff after 50000 km, therefore, it is better not to risk and change the belt every 60,000 km. POMP usually changes on each second belt replacement. Diesel engines are reliable, but, demanding on fuel quality and lubricant materials. From disadvantages of diesel engines, we need to note weak fuel equipment and a small resource of the particulate filter (replacement every 50-60 thousand km). If the filter is clogged - the thrust disappears, and Chad is out of the exhaust system, like from an old Kamaz. Also, due to constructive miscalculations, the engine control unit suffers (exposed to moisture and dirt). Of the most expensive problems faced by the owners of diesel cars - the failure of a two-massed flywheel (resource 100-150 thousand km). Signals about the presence of the problem will serve a knock and vibration when switching gear, it is worth noting that the transmissions are turned on clearly.
Transmission
The choice of customers Opel Astra H was proposed three types of gearboxes - mechanical, automatic and robot "Easytronic". The most trouble-free mechanics are considered, even the clutch kit serves 100-120 thousand km. The only thing that can be reproached by the manual transmission is only for the lack of synchronizers, because of this, the reverse transmission is not always correctly included. From the disadvantages faced by the owners of cars with mechanics, you can select the rear seal of the crankshaft and a small resource of the bearing of the secondary shaft (60-80 thousand km). On some instances after 70,000 miles, cracks appear on the box seam. If, when switching from the first on the third transmission, a blow is felt, it will be better to contact the service, but, in most cases, it is enough to change the oil to eliminate the alend.
The automatic transmission is famous for jerks and twitching during shifting gear, but they are not worth it, because it is not a breakdown, but the feature of the transmission. The most common automatic transmission problem is a coolant leak in the hydroconuts of the box, after which the unit fails. If authonately fails, the gibber cleaning in the box will help. When switching to alarm, the box works only on the fourth gear. Robotic transmission, very capricious and requires attention to every 15,000 km of run (even adjustment of the clutch).
During operation, the slave disk is erased, while the point of contact with the basket is shifted, but the controller responsible for the supply of fuel does not know about the shift of the point of contact and supplies an incorrect amount of fuel. As a result, this leads to incorrect work of the box and premature clutch wear. It is worth noting that even with timely servicing of a robotic transmission, its resource in rare cases exceeds 150,000 km. Before buying a car with a robot, be sure to ride on it, if there are strong jerks when switching, it is better to refuse to buy such a car.
Reliability of Opel Astra H
The simplicity is the guarantee of reliability, it is according to this principle and a suspension of this model was developed, a semi-dependent torsion beam was installed behind, McPherson. If we talk about driving characteristics, the suspension copes well with the realities of our roads, but is distinguished by increased noise. If you do not take into account the racks and bushings of the stabilizer (resource 20-40 thousand km), the weakest place of chassis is considered support bearings, and steering traction, their resource, in most cases, does not exceed 60,000 miles of mileage. Hub bearings (ABS sensor comes into disrepair after 50,000 km) and ball supports at average loads are loaded 50-70 thousand km. The remaining suspension elements serve 100,000 km and more.
The weakest place in the steering mechanism is the steering rail, as a rule, begins to knock after 100,000 km of run, also a fluid leak may appear, this, with time, can lead to the destruction of the node, but if you have to notice and eliminate the problem, complications in time to avoid. There is no complaints about the reliability of the brake system, the only thing that the owners complain is, it is for a small resource of the front pads (30000 km.).
Salon
Salon Opel Astra H is made in a simple style, but, at the same time, the manufacturer used enough quality materials, but despite this, the crickets in the cabin have almost every car. The car and the reliability of the electrical equipment of the cabin can not boast. The main problem in electronics is the incorrect operation of the buttons on the steering wheel and stealless control levers, the reason is a faulty SIM-module of the steering column. There are complaints and to the climate system management system, and, more precisely, to the air recycling flap. There is a problem with a characteristic crackle from under the console.
Outcome:
In terms of reliability Opel AstraH.not much different from its competitors, but, thanks to the low cost of maintenance and repair, this car is one of the most interesting golf class representatives in the secondary market.
If you are the owner of this car model, please describe the problems that you have to face during the operation of the car. Perhaps it is your feedback that will help readers of our site when choosing a car.
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Considering the technical characteristics of Opel Astra H, it is necessary to take into account the variations: more than 5 different volumes of the engine, sedan, station wagon, two hatchback and convertible, 3 configurations.
Opel Astra H - specifications for a whole family
The technical characteristics of Opel Astra H is impossible to describe in one paragraph. Because Astra H is not one car, this is a whole family. A ruler consisting of at least 5 cars. The same at first glance, but different in their essence, in their own chassis, appearance and size.
Astra H began to be issued in 2004. In 2007 survived a small restyling. Changes were subject to engine specifications. They became more powerful, economical and environmentally friendly. The front bumper, mirrors, and some elements of the interior decoration were also swap. Astra H is still produced, in the body wagon, sedan or 5-door hatchback, but already under the name Astra Family.
Specifications Opel Astra H Hatchback
Operating characteristics Opel Astra Hatchback
Maximum speed: 185 km / h
Overclocking time up to 100 km / h: 12.3 C.
Fuel consumption 100km in the city: 8.5 L.
Fuel consumption 100km on the highway: 5.5 L.
Fuel consumption per 100km in a mixed cycle: 6.6 L.
The volume of gas tank: 52 L.
Curb weight car: 1265 kg
Permissible full weight: 1740 kg
Tire size: 195/65 R15 T.
Disc size: 6.5J x 15.
Engine characteristics
Location: in front, crossly
Engine volume: 1598 cm3
Engine power: 105 hp
Number of revolutions: 6000
Torque: 150/3900 N * m
Supply system: Distributed injection
Turbocharddv: not
Gas distribution mechanism: Dohc.
Cylinder Location: In line
Number of cylinders: 4
Cylinder diameter: 79 mm
Piston move: 81.5 mm
Compression ratio: 10.5
Number of valves per cylinder: 4
Recommended fuel: AI-95
Brake system
Front brakes: Disk ventilated
Rear brakes: Disk
ABS: ABS
Steering
Steering Type: Rake gear
Power steering: Hydrauscitel
Transmission
Drive unit: Front
Number of gears: Manual box - 5
Number of gears: Automatic Box - 5
The gear ratio of the main pair: 3.94
Suspension
Front suspension: Depreciation stand
Rear suspension: Depreciation stand
Body
Body type: Hatchback
Number of doors: 5
Number of seats: 5
Machine length: 4249 mm
Machine width: 1753 mm
Machine height: 1460 mm
Wheelbase: 2614 mm
Front track: 1488 mm
Pitch back: 1488 mm
The volume of the trunk is maximum: 1330 L.
The volume of the trunk is minimal: 380 L.
Body and running Opel Astra H
The body line has a rich selection: sedan, wagon, 5-door hatchback, 3-door hatchback GTC, and a coupe-convertible Astra Twintop. The technical characteristics of various types of body Opel Astra are similar, but there are differences. The wheelbase of the sedan and station wagon - 2703 mm, and hatchbacks and cabriolet - 2614 mm.
The radius of the reversal of everyone is approximately the same, about 11 m. The volume of the trunk at the sedan and the station wagon is surprisingly the same, 490 liters. The 5-door hatchback has at its disposal 375 liters, GTC is 340 liters, and the convertible is 205 liters. The volume of gas tank on all Opel Astra is 52 liters.
Front suspension in Astra H lever-spring Macpherson, with telescopic shock absorbers, twisted springs, and transverse stability stabilizer. Rear suspension in Opel Astra cars semi-dependent, lever-spring with longitudinal levers.
Complete set Opel Astra H
At Astra H 3 options for complete sets: Essentia, Enjoy, Cosmo. The simplest - Essentia, includes the steering wheel, trimmed with leather, air conditioning, heated front seats. Enjoy adds climate control, light sensor. Cosmo -Maximal equipment, can boast 16-luminous alloy discs, rain sensor, seats with eco-leather inserts. Also for the 3-door hatchback there is a variant with a panoramic roof. In the OPC configuration, available only for GTC hatchback, sports crashes, 17-inch discs and Recaro seats are installed. Also in universes and sedans there are additional cigarette lighters in the trunk, to install the refrigerator in the trunk. In 2008, there was an opportunity to purchase a version of Astra H Limousine, but only under the order, from Germany.
Technical Equipment and Features of Opel Astra H
The least powerful, but at the same time, the most reliable engines from the Astra offered for the third is a four-cylinder "Sack" of 1.4 liters. The power of sixteenth gloves 1.4 Opel is 90 horsepower.
In the range of Astra H engines there are two gasoline 1.6. The first gives 105l.s, and the second power of 10 horsepower above is 115 horsepower. On the engines 1.6, the vibration during circulation in the range of 2,500 - 3,000 is seen in the range of 40 000 km, the vibration is noted, as a rule, this unpleasant moment is associated with the system of changing the phase distribution.
1.8l engines provide a capacity of 125 and 140 horsepower. Power plants with a volume of 1.8l with a mileage of 70,000 suffer from the leakage of the seal camshaft, and can also leak the front seal of the crankshaft. Also on motors of 1.6 and 1.8l during runs over 50 000 km, the camshaft gear can jam. As a rule, before this, when the motor starts, it is heard on a length of 2-3 seconds.
The most powerful gasoline units are the turbocharged motors of 2.0l. Their power: 170, 200 and 240 hp
On Opel Astra H 2004 - 2010 Turbodiesel motors were installed: 1.3 - 90l.s, 1.7 - 80 and 100 tsp, 1.9 - 120 and 150l.s. According to experts, it is better to buy a gasoline altra, since diesel engines require even more attention than Opel gasoline units. If the diesel astra significantly dropped the power and the machine began to smoke, there may be a reason in the planting filter, which is already asking for replacement. In diesel modifications, Astra has a two-massed flywheel, over time, it becomes the cause of knocks and vibrations, as a rule, the replacement will be required when running in 150 000km. 
At the modifications of Astra with Motor 1.4 and 1.6l, drum brakes are installed at the back, on more powerful Astrah on all wheels disc brakes. Astra's front pads enough for 30 000km, rear - drums at 60 000km. Astra brake discs themselves serve 60 000km.
Buy used Astra best with mechanical gearbox. Mechanics from repair before repair will serve at least 100 000 km, and sometimes 200 000 km. The rear transmission of the Astra mechanical box is not equipped with a synchronizer, which is why immediately after stopping the rear speed on the astre is badly turned on.
The four-step automatic Astra is equipped with a winter mode, but if they do not use it for a long time, one day the activation button may simply not work. Rods when switching from the first to the second on this box are considered the norm, but jerks when switching from the second to the third talk about a malfunction. In some cases, repair will be replaced with hydraulicock. A gearbox cooling radiator is built into the ASTRA automatic gearbox housing, it happens that the coolant flows and mixes with oil, which also does not increase the resource of the unit.
Robotic gearbox when running 100 000 km will ask for a fork replacement. Usually before the bulkhead, the Easy Tronic robot serves more than 100 000km, so as not to shorten the service life of a robotic gearbox with a short-term stop should include neutral transmission.
Astra suspension is pretty hardy. According to the reviews of the owners, it is harsh. Most often in the undercarriage of Opel, the stabilizer racks and steering traction are changing, this operation is carried out when running 50,000 km.
Price
Buy Opel Astra H 2004 - 2010 can be almost in any city of the CIS. The price of Opel Astra H 2007 is 11,000 - $ 12,000. Astra is a good option for a person living in the city, moderately a fast car with a not voracious engine and a spacious lounge, besides, Astra has a good level of security. 
Figures and facts
According to statistics, Opel Astra H refers to cars that over time are less lost in price. Plus relative low cost in service. And addresses technical specifications and a large selection to this, it can be concluded that Opel Astra definitely deserves attention.
Specifications Opel Astra Family (Opel Astra)
Specifications Opel Astra
| Body | 3-door | Sedan | 5-door | Universal | OPC. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Height (mm) | 1435 | 1447 | 1460 | 1500 | 1405 |
| Length (mm) | 4290 | 4587 | 4249 | 4515 | 4290 |
| Wheel base (mm) | 2614 | 2703 | 2614 | 2703 | 2614 |
| Width (including / excluding external mirrors rear view) (mm) |
2033/1753 | 2033/1753 | 2033/1753 | 2033/1753 | 2033/1753 |
| Front / rear wheel track (mm) | 1488/1488 | 1488/1488 | 1488/1488 | 1488/1488 | 1488/1488 |
| Radius of reversal in meters | 3-door | Sedan | 5-door | Universal | OPC. |
| From the curb to the border | 10,48-10,94 | 11,00 | 10,48-10,85 | 10,80-11,17 | 10,95 |
| From the wall to the wall | 11,15-11,59 | 11,47 | 11,15-11,50 | 11,47-11,60 | 10,60 |
| The size of the luggage compartment in mm (ECIE / GM) |
3-door | Sedan | 5-door | Universal | OPC. |
| Length of the luggage compartment from the rear door to Second row seats |
819 | 905 | 819 | 1085 | 819 |
| Floor length of cargo compartment, from the door of the freight Departments before the backrest of the front seats |
1522 | 1668 | 1530 | 1807 | 1522 |
| Width between wheeled arches | 944 | 1027 | 944 | 1088 | 944 |
| Maximum width | 1092 | 1092 | 1093 | 1088 | 1092 |
| Baggage height | 772 | 772 | 820 | 862 | 772 |
| The volume of the luggage compartment in liters (ECIE) | 3-door | Sedan | 5-door | Universal | OPC. |
| Capacity of luggage compartment (with the shelf of the luggage compartment) |
340 | 490 | 375 | 490 | 340 |
| Capacity of the luggage compartment The upper border of the backs of the front seats |
690 | 870 | 805 | 900 | 690 |
| Capacity of the luggage compartment with download to the back front seats and roofs |
1070 | — | 1295 | 1590 | 1070 | 3-door | Sedan | 5-door | Universal | OPC. |
| Curb Mass, including Driver (in accordance with 92/21 / EEC and 95/48 / EC) |
1220-1538 | 1306-1520 | 1240-1585 | 1278-1653 | 1393-1417 |
| Maximum allowable car mass | 1695-1895 | 1730-1830 | 1715-1915 | 1810-2005 | 1840 |
| Useful load capacity | 323-487 | 306-428 | 320-495 | 336-542 | 423-447 |
| Maximum load on the front axle (minimum value) |
875-1070 | 910-1015 | 875-1070 | 880-1075 | 1015 | 840 | 860 | 860 | 940 | 840 |
| Gasoline engines | 1.4 TwinPort® Ecotec® |
1.6 Twinport. Ecotec® (85 kW) |
1.8 Ecotec® | 2.0 Turbo. Ecotec® (147 kW) |
OPC 2.0 Turbo. (177 kW) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol |
| Number of cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Cylinder diameter, mm | 73,4 | 79,0 | 80,5 | 86,0 | 86,0 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 80,6 | 81,5 | 88,2 | 86,0 | 86,0 |
| Working volume, cm3 | 1364 | 1598 | 1796 | 1998 | 1998 |
| Max. Power in kW / hp. | 66 (90) | 85 (115) | 103 (140) | 147 (200) | 177 (240) |
| Max. Power at rpm | 5600 | 6000 | 6300 | 5400 | 5600 |
| Max. Torque in NM | 125 | 155 | 175 | 262 | 320 |
| Max. Torque rpm |
4000 | 4000 | 3800 | 4200 | 2400 |
