It's a petrol car assisted by an on-board, battery-powered electric motor, which recharges continuously as you slow down or brake. Meaning? No cables to plug in and no need to change the way you drive. You just sit back and let the technology do the work. Overall, a mild hybrid delivers up to 18% more efficiency: lower fuel bills, less local pollution and longer range vs petrol engines. On top of that, you get quieter starts and the all-important feel of driving electric.​ 

When you're driving a Hybrid, the petrol-powered engine and electric motor work together to optimise fuel efficiency and performance. One just takes over from the other. You won't notice this transition at all, thanks to the super-silky-smooth dual clutch automatic gearbox, giving you a real electric car feel. So where does the fun come in? Instant acceleration from the electric motor. You'll love it. 

At low speeds, whether you're in slow traffic, making an early morning start or manoeuvring into a parking space, the electric motor delivers a totally smooth, super-quiet ride with zero local emissions.

Out on the highway meanwhile -  once you reach cruising speed - the car coasts on stored electric energy, topped up by friction with the road, saving fuel and reducing noise and air pollution.

 

This next-generation Opel Astra has been engineered around a whole new platform, precision-made for agility, driveability and comfort. Under the hood you can take your pick from a range of technologically enhanced turbo-charged powertrains. All are smooth, reliable and perform with highly competitive running costs & low CO₂ levels. 

Options include responsive 1.2 petrol¹ and high-efficiency 1.5 diesel², both delivering up to 130hp and with stop/start features. 

¹ Fuel consumption combined 5,5 – 5,8 l/100 km; CO₂ emission combined 124 – 131 g/km

² Fuel consumption combined 4,8 – 4,9 l/100 km; CO₂ emission combined 126 – 129 g/km

 

Get to grips with Astra’s dynamic yet economical transmissions. Both diesel and petrol engines come with your choice of precision-engineered six-speed manual transmission or exceptionally smooth and sophisticated 8-speed automatic. 

The Opel Astra puts responsive power at your fingertips, with the option to select the Driving Mode¹ that perfectly suits your journey, road conditions and mood. NORMAL will always give you ideally balanced range and power, while ECO will optimize efficiency. Of course, whenever you want maximum fun, just hit SPORT to make every drive a thrilling performance.

¹ Drive Mode feature only available with automatic transmission.