Opel introduced the Astra H station wagon a few months after its five-door sibling in late 2004 and offered customers an improved experience compared with its predecessor, the Astra G.
By 2004, the Astra was already a popular vehicle on the European market. Its stiffer suspensions and low maintenance costs transformed it into an excellent rental vehicle. In addition, it was an excellent all-rounder, family-oriented car. It wasn't as passionate as the Astra GTC or just a tool as the Astra hatchback. But it had everything a driver needed and a family desired. In addition, it was priced lower or similar to its competitors.
The station wagon featured the same front fascia up to the B-pillars with the 5-door hatchback version. An upper slat on the radiator's grille and the round, chromed Opel badge in the middle covered the front area, flanked by the bio-design-inspired headlights. The overall design was a mix between a cubist style and a rounded one. The tailgate was wide and tall, providing easy access to the loading area.
Inside, the straight and simple dashboard featured an option for an onboard computer in the middle of the front area. The information and entertainment center controls were placed on the center stack, on a rotary knob, and on a few buttons. The rear split-folding bench in 60/40 proportions allowed owners to extend the trunk volume of up to 1,550 liters (54.7 cu-ft), which was among the best in its segment.
The Astra was offered a wide choice of gasoline and diesel engines. The most attractive was the 1.9-liter diesel, which offered enough grunt and great fuel efficiency with a standard, 5- or 6-speed gearbox and an option for a 6-speed auto. The Astra H hatchback scored some of the highest sales in its segment.
ENGINE SPECS - 1.4L 16V 5MT (90 HP)
Cylinders: L4
Displacement: 1364 cm3
Power: 66 KW @ 5600 RPM
90 HP @ 5600 RPM
89 BHP @ 5600 RPM
Torque: 92 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM
125 Nm @ 4000 RPM
Fuel System: Multipoint Injection
Fuel: Gasoline
Fuel capacity: 1.3 gallons (4.9 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed: 111 mph (179 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 14.1 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 5-speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front: Ventilated Discs
Rear: Drums
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size: 195/65 R15
DIMENSIONS
Length: 178 in (4521 mm)
Width: 68.9 in (1750 mm)
Height: 59.1 in (1501 mm)
Front/rear Track: 58.7/58.7 in (1,491/1,491 mm)
Wheelbase: 106.3 in (2700 mm)
Ground Clearance: 6.3 in (160 mm)
Cargo Volume: 17.7 cuFT (501 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.31
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight: 2601 lbs (1180 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 3979 lbs (1805 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City: 28 mpg US (8.4 L/100Km)
Highway: 43.6 mpg US (5.4 L/100Km)
Combined: 36.2 mpg US (6.5 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 156 g/km
