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With each increase in power rating, Vauxhall's Astravan moves away

3rd April 2008, Page 37
3rd April 2008
Page 37
Page 37, 3rd April 2008 — With each increase in power rating, Vauxhall's Astravan moves away
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from its commercial role and into the realms of after-hours driving machine allowing you swift progress [and, dare we say it, entertainment) when the working day ends.

And with 148hp and a chassis that's as composed and fluid as a sporty hatch, the Sportive SE is, without doubt, the ultimate cross between style and substance.

Granted, there are the obvious payload and volume issues, but you knew that before you opened the brochure.

That said, this frees us up to concentrate on its driving ability. Most importantly, the Astrava n takes a full load without complaint while on the move, and the toad area is practically designed. However, the compression on the rear suspension drops the Astra a tittle bit more than we'd really like.

These quibbles aside, its stilt an excellent companion, feeling Lithe and sporty without being highly strung in town. Inside, the driver in you is well catered for thanks to the tasteful design. Its just a shame that we have to hand it back.

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