Considering the technical characteristics of the Opel Astra H, it is necessary to take into account the variations: more than 5 different engine sizes, a sedan, a station wagon, two hatchbacks and a convertible, 3 configurations.
Opel Astra H - technical characteristics for the whole family
The technical characteristics of the Opel Astra H cannot be described in one paragraph. Because the Astra H is not just one car, it is a whole family. A range of at least 5 vehicles. At first glance, they are identical, but different in nature, in their driving characteristics, appearance and size.
Astra H was launched in 2004. In 2007, it underwent a slight restyling. The technical characteristics of the engines have undergone changes. They have become more powerful, economical and environmentally friendly. The front bumper, mirrors, and some interior trim elements have also changed. Astra H is still produced in the station wagon, sedan or 5-door hatchback, but under the name Astra Family.
Specifications Opel Astra H hatchback
Performance characteristics of the Opel Astra hatchback
Maximum speed: 185 km / h
Acceleration time to 100 km / h: 12.3 s
Fuel consumption per 100 km in the city: 8.5 l
Fuel consumption per 100 km on the highway: 5.5 l
Combined fuel consumption per 100 km: 6.6 l
Gas tank volume: 52 l
Curb vehicle weight: 1265 kg
Permissible total weight: 1740 kg
Tire size: 195/65 R15 T
Disk size: 6.5J x 15
Engine characteristics
Location: front, transverse
Engine volume: 1598 cm3
Engine power: 105 h.p.
Number of revolutions: 6000
Torque: 150/3900 n * m
Supply system: Distributed injection
Turbocharging: No
Gas distribution mechanism: DOHC
Arrangement of cylinders: Inline
Number of cylinders: 4
Cylinder diameter: 79 mm
Piston stroke: 81.5 mm
Compression ratio: 10.5
Number of valves per cylinder: 4
Recommended fuel: AI-95
Brake system
Front brakes: Ventilated discs
Rear brakes: Disk
ABS: ABS
Steering
Steering type: Gear-rack
Power steering: Hydraulic booster
Transmission
Drive unit: Front
Number of gears: mechanical box - 5
Number of gears: automatic transmission - 5
Main pair gear ratio: 3.94
Suspension
Front suspension: Shock absorber
Rear suspension: Shock absorber
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
Back track: 1488 mm
Maximum trunk volume: 1330 l
Minimum trunk volume: 380 l
Body and chassis Opel Astra H
The body lineup has a rich selection: sedan, station wagon, 5-door hatchback, 3-door GTC hatchback, and Astra TwinTop coupe-convertible. The technical characteristics of the various body types of the Opel Astra are similar, but there are differences. The wheelbase of the sedan and station wagon is 2703 mm, and the wheelbase of the hatchback and convertible is 2614 mm.
The turning radius is approximately the same for all, about 11 m. The volume of the trunk of the sedan and the station wagon is surprisingly the same, 490 liters each. The 5-door hatchback has 375 liters, the GTC has 340 liters and the convertible has 205 liters. The volume of the gas tank on all Opel Astra is 52 liters.
The front suspension in the Astra H is lever-spring MacPherson, with telescopic shock absorbers, coil springs, and an anti-roll bar. The rear suspension in Opel Astra cars is semi-dependent, lever-spring with trailing arms.
Options Opel Astra H
Astra H has 3 trim levels: Essentia, Enjoy, Cosmo. The simplest - Essentia, includes a leather steering wheel, air conditioning, heated front seats. Enjoy added climate control, light sensor. Cosmo - the maximum configuration, boasts 16-inch alloy wheels, rain sensor, seats with eco-leather inserts. There is also a panoramic roof option for the 3-door hatchback. The OPC trim, available only for the GTC hatchback, comes with sport kits, 17-inch wheels and Recaro seats. Also in station wagons and sedans there are additional cigarette lighters in the trunk for installing the refrigerator in the trunk. In 2008, there was an opportunity to purchase a version of the Astra H Limousine, but only on order, from Germany.
Technical equipment and characteristics of the Opel Astra H
The least powerful, but at the same time the most reliable engine offered for the third Astra is a four-cylinder "six" with a volume of 1.4 liters. The power of the sixteen-valve 1.4 Opel is 90 horsepower.
In the range of Astra H engines, there are two petrol 1.6. The first one produces 105hp, and the power of the second is 10 horsepower higher - 115 horsepower. On 1.6 engines, with a mileage exceeding 40,000 km, vibration was noticed at rpm in the range of 2,500 - 3,000, as a rule, this unpleasant moment is associated with the variable valve timing system.
The 1.8L engines deliver 125 and 140 horsepower. Power plants with a volume of 1.8 liters with a mileage of 70,000 suffer from leakage of the camshaft oil seal, and the front crankshaft oil seal can also leak. Also, on engines with a volume of 1.6 and 1.8 liters, with runs over 50,000 km, the camshaft gear can jam. As a rule, before this, when starting the engine, a grinding sound is heard for 2-3 seconds.
The most powerful gasoline units are 2.0l turbocharged engines. Their power: 170, 200 and 240 hp.
Turbodiesel engines were installed on the Opel Astra H 2004 - 2010: 1.3 - 90hp, 1.7 - 80 and 100hp, 1.9 - 120 and 150hp. According to experts, it is better to buy a gasoline Astra, since diesel engines require even more attention than Opel gasoline units. If the power on the diesel Astra dropped significantly and the car began to smoke, perhaps the reason is the soot filter, which is already asking for replacement. A dual-mass flywheel is installed on the diesel versions of the Astra, over time it becomes the cause of knocks and vibrations, as a rule, replacement will be required when the mileage is 150,000 km. 
On modifications of the Astra with engines 1.4 and 1.6 liters, drum brakes are installed at the rear, on more powerful Astra, there are disc brakes on all wheels. The front pads of the Astra are enough for 30,000 km, the rear - drum pads for 60,000 km. The Astra brake discs themselves serve 60,000 km.
It is best to buy a used aster with a manual transmission. The mechanics from repair to repair will last at least 100,000 km, and sometimes 200,000 km. The reverse gear of the Astra mechanical box is not equipped with a synchronizer, which is why immediately after stopping, the rear speed on the Astra does not turn on well.
The four-speed automatic Astra is equipped with a winter mode, but if you do not use it for a long time, one day the activation button may simply not work. Jerks when switching from first to second on this box are considered the norm, but jerks when switching from second to third indicate a malfunction. In some cases, it will be necessary to replace the valve body for repair. A gearbox cooling radiator is built into the Astra automatic transmission case, it happens that the coolant flows and mixes with the oil, which also does not increase the unit's resource.
A robotic gearbox with a mileage of 100,000 km will ask for a fork replacement. Usually, before the bulkhead, the Easy Tronic robot serves more than 100,000 km, so as not to shorten the service life of the robotic gearbox with a short stop, engage in neutral gear.
The Aster's suspension is pretty hardy. According to the owners, it is harsh. Most often, the stabilizer struts and tie rods are changed in the Opel chassis, this operation is carried out with a mileage of 50,000 km.
Price
You can buy Opel Astra H 2004 - 2010 in almost any city of the CIS. The price of the 2007 Opel Astra H is $ 11,000 - $ 12,000. Astra is a good option for a person living in a city, a moderately fast car with a non-gluttonous engine and a spacious interior, besides, Astra has a good level of safety. 
Figures and facts
According to statistics, Opel Astra H belongs to the cars that lose in value the least over time. Plus the relative low cost of maintenance. And adding to this the technical characteristics and a large selection, we can conclude that the Opel Astra definitely deserves attention.
OPEL ASTRA FAMILY SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications Opel Astra
| Body | 3-door | Sedan | 5-door | Station wagon | 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 exterior 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 |
| Turning radius in meters | 3-door | Sedan | 5-door | Station wagon | OPC |
| From curb to curb | 10,48-10,94 | 11,00 | 10,48-10,85 | 10,80-11,17 | 10,95 |
| Wall to wall | 11,15-11,59 | 11,47 | 11,15-11,50 | 11,47-11,60 | 10,60 |
| Luggage compartment size in mm (ECIE / GM) |
3-door | Sedan | 5-door | Station wagon | OPC |
| Luggage compartment length from rear door to second row seats |
819 | 905 | 819 | 1085 | 819 |
| Cargo compartment floor length, from cargo door compartments to the back of the front seats |
1522 | 1668 | 1530 | 1807 | 1522 |
| Width between wheel arches | 944 | 1027 | 944 | 1088 | 944 |
| Maximum width | 1092 | 1092 | 1093 | 1088 | 1092 |
| Luggage height | 772 | 772 | 820 | 862 | 772 |
| Luggage compartment volume in liters (ECIE) | 3-door | Sedan | 5-door | Station wagon | OPC |
| Luggage compartment capacity (with luggage compartment shelf) |
340 | 490 | 375 | 490 | 340 |
| Luggage compartment capacity with loading up to the upper border of the backrests of the front seats |
690 | 870 | 805 | 900 | 690 |
| Luggage compartment capacity with loading up to the backrests front seats and roof |
1070 | — | 1295 | 1590 | 1070 | 3-door | Sedan | 5-door | Station wagon | OPC |
| Unladen weight including driver (acc. to 92/21 / EEC and 95/48 / EC) |
1220-1538 | 1306-1520 | 1240-1585 | 1278-1653 | 1393-1417 |
| Maximum permissible vehicle weight | 1695-1895 | 1730-1830 | 1715-1915 | 1810-2005 | 1840 |
| Payload | 323-487 | 306-428 | 320-495 | 336-542 | 423-447 |
| Maximum front axle load (minimum value) |
875-1070 | 910-1015 | 875-1070 | 880-1075 | 1015 | 840 | 860 | 860 | 940 | 840 |
| Petrol 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 at rpm |
4000 | 4000 | 3800 | 4200 | 2400 |
The impressive volume and competent organization of the internal space of the Opel Astra allow you to feel maximum comfort even on long trips. The cabin is spacious both on the 1st and 2nd row, which is the merit of the following dimensions:
- length - 4.419 m;
- height - 1.51 m;
- width - 1.814 m;
- clearance - 16 cm.
The hatchback's luggage compartment holds at least 370 liters. luggage, and after folding the rear sofa, its volume increases to an impressive 1235 liters.
Ergonomic sports seats with adjustment, climate control with air recirculation function, a built-in multimedia complex and various storage compartments are also responsible for the convenience of the driver and passengers of the car.
Engines
The technical characteristics of the Opel Astra car are excellent, regardless of the modification. Low fuel consumption per 100 kilometers and high-spirited acceleration up to 100 kilometers per hour are provided with any of the available engines, which include:
- 140-strong unit with a volume of 1364 cm3;
- the engine, presented in 2 power options - 115 and 180 hp. Engine displacement - 1598 cm3.
The motors are combined with a 5-speed manual gearbox or a 6-speed automatic transmission.
Equipment
A long list of state-of-the-art equipment - already in the basic version! The five-door in the "base" has:
- car radio with AUX-connector;
- air conditioning system with filter;
- front power windows;
- heated rear window;
- immobilizer;
- ABS and ESP systems;
- and etc.
For information on the prices and trim levels of the Opel Astra, check our website! All models of the German brand Opel are in our catalog.
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In comparison with its predecessor, the Opel Astra J Hatchback has become larger in dimensions: length - 4419 mm (+170 mm), width - 1 814/2013 mm (+61 mm), height - 1510 mm (+50 mm). The wheelbase is 2 685 mm (+71 mm). The car's front and rear wheel track increased (+56 mm and +70 mm), which had a positive effect on the vehicle's handling and stability. The ground clearance is 160 mm. Curb weight - 1,373 kg. Carrying capacity - 497 kg. The volume of the luggage compartment is 370/795 liters. When fully loaded "to the ceiling" this figure is 1 235 liters.
In the Russian market, the 5-door hatch Opel Astra J was offered with four gasoline power units. These are naturally aspirated 1.4 and 1.6 liter engines (100 and 115 hp) and turbocharged 1.4 Turbo and 1.6 Turbo engines (140 and 180 hp). In other markets, the car was available with diesel units ranging from 1.3 to 2.0 liters (95-160 hp). The engines were combined with a 5- or 6-speed "mechanics" and a 6-speed "automatic". Acceleration time from 0 to 100 km / h (depending on the engine) - from 14.2 to 8.5 seconds. The maximum speed is from 178 km / h to 221 km / h. Average fuel consumption is 5.5-6.8 liters per 100 kilometers.
The 5-door Opel Astra J is built on a front-wheel drive Delta II platform with semi-independent rear and independent front suspension. The front suspension of the car is MacPherson struts. The rear suspension is a combination of a torsion beam with a Watt mechanism. The car was equipped with an adaptive FlexRide chassis, which, working in tandem with the CDC (Dynamic Suspension Control) system, is able to adjust the suspension stiffness in real time depending on road conditions. The FlexRide system has three preset modes "Standard", "Sport" and "Comfort", the activation of which changes the behavior of the suspension, power steering and accelerator pedal.
Opel Astra J was produced in Essentia, Active and Cosmo trim levels. The basic options include electrically adjustable and heated exterior mirrors, adjustable steering column, radio with CD player, front and side airbags. All offered versions of the Opel Astra J hatchback were equipped with ABS + ESP and a standard anti-theft alarm. As an option, customers could order dual-zone climate control, adaptive headlights and an infotainment complex with a 7-inch monitor. In addition, the vehicle was optionally equipped with a blind spot monitoring system, traffic sign recognition and a parking assistant.
The Hatch Opel Astra Jay was equipped with passive and active safety systems, including body elements with programmed deformation, a rigid roll cage, front, side and window airbags, active head restraints and an emergency pedal release system.
The owners of the fourth generation 5-door Opel Astra J mark a worthy combination of price and quality. The car is distinguished by high-quality assembly and attractive appearance, acceptable acceleration dynamics and handling. The criticism is caused by noise insulation in the area of the wheel arches: even on high-quality roads, the interior of the car is "filled" with strong noise. The brakes cause complaints: the calipers rattle so hard that they cause discomfort for passengers. When using the machine, problems arise with the electronics.
