The new Astra 1.7 CDTi ecoFLEX has not sacrificed driver involvement to go green. Vauxhall's engineers have achieved extra efficiency (and a top speed of 117 mph) with increased power from the Astra's drivetrain , by fitting a taller axle ratio, optimising the engine management system and reducing the engine's idle speed.In addition, kerbweight has been improved by lowering the suspension,modifying the front air intakes and fitting a drag-reducing lower engine compartment panel. 15-inch fitted tyres combine to reduce rolling resistance.
CO2 emissions of just 119g/km and fuel consumption of 62.8 mpg can be achieved on the combined cycle,Vauxhall claim. This means the lowest tax band for company car drivers. While private car owners can benefit from a VED (Band B) of just £35 per year.
The new Astra is part of Vauxhall's avowed strategy to continue to introduce cleverfuel efficient technological onnovations at prices affordable to as many customers as possible. Amen to that.
With the new Astra, you can go for the Hatch,Sport Hatch, or the estate model. The 5-door Hatch retails at around £16,340. At time of writing the prices for the Sport Hatch and estate versions are yet to announced.
In 2009,Vauxhall promise the ecoFLEX model Corsa 1.3 CDTi with a combined mpg of nearly 69 mpg... and another. So do keep watching this space for more breaking news.
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