III ’98: world premiere at the Geneva Motor Show, initially as three- or a five-door hatchback; ’99: sedan and station wagon body versions; 2000: coupe; 2001: cabrio.
► Technical data
bodies: since: dim. 4252/ 1709/1425 mm, poj. luggage. 460/ 1230 l; hb 3- and 5-door. length. 4410 mm, poj. luggage. 370/1180 l; combi: dl. 4252 mm, poj. trunk 480/1500 l.
Motors: benz., 4-cyl. 16-valve: 1.2/65 KM, 1.4/90, 1.6/75, 100, 1.8/115, 2.0/136, 2.0/150 (OPC); diesels: 1.7 td/68; diesels: 16V, direct injection: 1.7/75, 2.0/82,101.
Chassis: front drive; zaw. front independent. col. McPherson / Rear torsionally flexible axle; stabilizers.
► Faults
• possible problems with the timing system
• problems with the manual gearbox
• faults in the electric and ignition systems
• problems with the seat belts
Parts prices in PLN
reflector 520
front fender 450
complete clutch 790
brake pads (front) 180
front door glass 220
timing drive 375
Opel Astra 1.4, 1999 r.
► Summary
All in all a successful Opel model, attractive body line, careful execution, large selection of engine versions, easy access to the site, attractive warranty conditions. A large offer of young copies previously used by companies. They can be exploited and have high mileage. Spacious interior. 12-year perf. Quite high failure rate