Here it is the sixth generation of the Opel Astra, the five-door medium born in 1991 to challenge Volkswagen Golf. It had been anticipated by some style details that anticipated the aesthetic revolution of a model that in the plans of the Stellatis group will aim to counter the renewed Peugeot 308, the European domination of the Volkswagen Golf, together with its cousin. The arrival in dealerships is of the new Opel is expected in January next year a few months after the 308, with orders to be opened in the fall. The new Astra is based on the EMP2 platform in the third version, the same used by the Peugeot 308.
Improved interior space and a super trunk
It is no coincidence that the Astra has substantially similar dimensions to the previous one but the interior space has improved and the load capacity is also higher, going from the 370 of the current model to the 422 liters of the new one. But it is the style of the Opel media that changes by adopting the same smooth surfaces and accentuated edges brought to the debut by the last Mokka.
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The front is distinguished in particular by the presence of the horizontally developed grille that has the Opel brand logo in the center and the LED headlights on the flush sides of the grille to visually create a whole. Solutions derived from the new Mokka.
A style that adds dynamism to the Astra
The bonnet is also particular, with the unprecedented ribs for the Opel Astra that in the central part merge into the brand’s logo. In addition, the side profile is particularly dynamic thanks to the pronounced forward inclination of the rear pillar. The same solution present in the front is still found in the rear part which presents the logo positioned in the center, the stop light aligned vertically and placed at the top and the lights that develop horizontally. The rationality and geometry of the body is also present inside.
Hitech interiors with double 10-inch screens
The new Opel Astra showcases the Pure Panel, that is the two 10-inch panels, one for the instrumentation and the other of the touch type for the multimedia system, integrated within the same dashboard. The dashboard design is rational and with the physical keys reduced to a minimum. There is no lack of compatibility of the multimedia system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto wireless and voice commands. And in addition, the seats certified by ergonomics experts, however, are now positioned 12 mm lower than the previous model, ensuring an even sportier drive for a family car.