2016 Opel Astra 1.4(150PS), first drive

2016 Opel Astra 1.4(150PS), first drive
Tech. info is here: https://yadi.sk/d/9In4UGsCk6xN8

World premiere: International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt, September 17 to 27, 2015
Market launch: Fall 2015, available for order since June 2015
Segment: C
Variants: Five-door hatchback
Tradition: Eleventh generation of the Opel bestseller; since the first Opel Kadett made its debut in 1936, over 24 million Opel Kadett and Opel Astra compact cars have been sold
Positioning: New generation developed with highest efficiency in mind; with completely new lightweight vehicle architecture (mass reduction of up to 200 kilograms) as well as many ultra-modern technologies and assistance systems previously not available in the compact segment – including IntelliLux LED® matrix light,
the personal connectivity and service assistant Opel OnStar along with the latest IntelliLink infotainment generation including smartphone integration; powered exclusively by latest-generation engines; more compact external dimensions but more spacious and comfortable interior
Dimensions in millimeters: 4,370 / 2,042 / 1,485 (length / width with door mirrors / height)
Competitors: VW Golf, Ford Focus, Skoda Octavia, Peugeot 308, Seat Leon, Renault Megane, Toyota Auris, Hyundai i30, Kia Cee‘d, Citroën C4, Mazda 3, Honda Civic, Audi A3, BMW 1 Series, Mercedes A Class
Target audience: Families, singles, drivers of all ages, frequent drivers
Entry-level price: Astra with 1.4 gasoline engine and 74 kW/100 hp for 17,260 euros, Astra with new 77 kW/105 hp 1.0 ECOTEC Direct Injection Turbo from 17,960 euros, entry-level diesel model 1.6 CDTI with 70 kW/95 hp for 20,260 euros (RRP including VAT in Germany)