vauxhall astra 06
vauxhall astra 07
vauxhall astra 09
vauxhall astra 08
vauxhall astra 01
Carsales Staff8 Jul 2019
NEWS

New-look 2020 Opel Astra revealed

But Holden is yet to confirm the more efficient European hatch for Australia

Opel and Vauxhall have revealed an updated Astra in Europe. The question mark remains, however, as to when, and perhaps even if, it will make it Down Under.

The 2020 Opel/Vauxall Astra sports a refreshed look and new powertrain options that promise up to 19 per cent reduced fuel consumption compared to outgoing models.

The new range of petrol and diesel options include a 1.2-litre petrol engine in 81kW/195Nm, 96kW/225Nm and 107kW/225Nm outputs paired to a six-speed manual transmission, while the 1.4-litre petrol engine mated to a new seven-speed CVT auto pushes out 107kW and 236Nm.

Three versions of a 1.5-litre three-cylinder turbo-diesel engine will also be available in either six-speed manual or nine-speed auto guise.

vauxhall astra 07

Which of these powertrains will make it to Australia will depend on what Holden decides to import. But a new Astra is not a given.

Holden told carsales this week “it’s too early to say” whether the updated Astra will even make it to our shores.

Vauxhall claims the new Astra will be one of the most aerodynamic compact cars on the market, thanks to extensive wind tunnel development.

vauxhall astra 09

There’s a new engine compartment cover, deflector-shaped rear control arms and a shutter-style grille in which the upper and lower sections automatically open and close independently to improve air flow.

Ride comfort is also said to be improved thanks to new suspension and top-spec models will feature new tech such as a heated windscreen, a Bose audio system and wireless phone charging.

Commodore aside, the Astra hatch is Holden’s only passenger car option for Aussie buyers following the axing of wagon and sedan versions, and discontinuation of the Spark and Barina last year.

vauxhall astra 08
Share this article
Written byCarsales Staff
See all articles
Our team of independent expert car reviewers and journalistsMeet the team
Stay up to dateBecome a carsales member and get the latest news, reviews and advice straight to your inbox.
Download the carsales app
    AppStoreDownloadGooglePlayDownload
    App Store and the Apple logo are trademarks of Apple Inc. Google Play and the Google Play logo are trademarks of Google LLC.
    © CAR Group Ltd 1999-2024
    In the spirit of reconciliation we acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.