Opel 2012 Astra User manual

2012 Models Edition 1
ASTRA
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A bold style statement from Hatchback, Sports Tourer and the new Astra GTC. A dynamic driving
experience. Innovative technology and a premium feel, inside and out. Your Astra. Sleek. Stylish.
Dynamic. It’s everything you’d expect from a German car. Except the price.
This brochure covers Astra S, SC, SRi, SE and Elite models only. Some of the models shown include options and accessories available at extra cost. Not all of
the features described are available on every model. From time to time, we may also offer alternative Astra models such as Special Editions, featured in
their own separate literature or found on the Opel website at www.opel.ie
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Dynamic handling 04
Exterior styling 06
Astra GTC 08
Interior styling 10
Safety 12
Driving dynamics 14
Environmental issues 16
Engines and transmissions 18
Equipment 20
Convenience/Stowage 24
Astra range 26
Trims and colours 34
Wheels 36
OPC Styling 37
Accessories 38
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Astra drives as dynamically as it looks. You’re connected to
the road with a new suspension set-up for seriously improved
ride and agility. Add powerful, more efcient engines and
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Astra has a lean sculpted shape, a stylish silhouette,
yet athletic coupé-inspired lines. And a sporty condent
stance accentuated by signature lighting. Astra – redening
traditional car design inside and out.
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Drive your emotions.
Bold. Pure. Iconic. Astra GTC puts passion high on the agenda and is an
eye-catching new addition to the Astra line-up. Its stunning, coupé-like
prole and distinctive, blade-inspired lines speak volumes about Opel’s
design philosophy. With dramatic styling cues. Striking 18-inch alloy wheels.
And a poised, muscular stance. Set off by signature lighting. Astra GTC is
the epitomy of sculptural artistry meeting German precision.
For more information visit Opel.ie
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Astra Sports Tourer model illustrated.
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The ethos of Astra design continues inside. Not just exible space
and comfort for ve, driver-orientated ergonomics, intelligent
features and unique storage solutions. But superior quality and
almost obsessive detailing that ows throughout the car.
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minimise the risk of
whiplash injury and guard against
other head and upper body injuries.
*Available on selected models.
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sound a warning if they
sense anything behind, or in front
of, the vehicle when parking.
Optional at extra cost.
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your visibility to other road users
without increasing fuel consumption
(unlike low beam).
Optional at extra cost.
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 Wider spread of light (an
extra eight degrees left and right)
illuminates potential hazards.
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140 metre range, higher and
brighter than normal low beam,
without dazzle.
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Activated by steering angle and
speed, the headlights swivel up to
15 degrees into the curve.
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and lower spread of light.
Activated by vehicle speed
together with street lighting.
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 Wiper or rain sensor
activated for better vision in bad
weather conditions.
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Throws light 90 degrees left or
right for enhanced lateral vision.
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Wider spread and brighter light
than normal low beam.
70 metre range without dazzle.
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 Automatically switches
from high to low beam as it detects
oncoming or preceding vehicles.
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AFL headlights (optional at extra
cost) change their pattern to suit
the location and the weather.
Sensing where you need the light
most, they can even help you see
around corners. And if something
is coming the other way, they dip
automatically. They can also be
switched to ‘right hand traffic’
when travelling abroad.
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It happens by continuous investment in award-winning technology. Innovations like
front, side and curtain airbags, front seatbelt pretensioners and pedal release system
– all standard on every Astra model – are aimed at helping to protect you in every
type of impact situation. The front passenger’s front and side airbags can be easily
deactivated when carrying a child seat on the front passenger seat. And Astra’s
advanced braking features together with the options of a sophisticated FlexRide
chassis with Continuous Damping Control (CDC) and Adaptive Forward Lighting (AFL)
technology play an equally important role in helping prevent accidents in the first
place. It won’t surprise you to learn that Opel innovation is helping to keep your
insurance premiums down with advanced security systems and smart new bumpers
that minimise damage in low speed impacts. That same engineering innovation is
also reducing the risk of injury to pedestrians should an impact occur.
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the whole driving dynamics to taut sporting
excitement or relaxed long distance cruising.
Even greater ride comfort, sharper steering response and exceptional agility
have been refined, thanks to Astra’s rear axle design with its clever Watt’s link.
Providing greater lateral control, improving the car’s composure in corners,
it delivers similar performance to more complex multi-link systems. In addition,
all models feature Electronic Stability Programme-plus (ESP-plus) as standard.
The optional FlexRide adaptive damping adds even more sophistication to the
Astra driving dynamic.
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responds instantly to data collected from chassis and drive
components. Continuous Damping Control, which adjusts the
damper settings in real time, four-channel Anti-lock Braking System
with electronic brakeforce distribution, traction control and Electronic
Stability Programme (ESP) – they all communicate with each other continuously.
FlexRide simply combines all the elements for the chosen driving mode.
When you select Sport mode, Astra sharpens the speed-sensitive steering
response, throttle input and automatic transmission (when fitted), and stiffens
the dampers to ensure optimum road contact. On some models, the driver can
select which functions switch into Sport mode. Instrument lighting also changes
from white to red.
Select Tour mode and the system adjusts the damper settings to further enhance
Astra’s ride comfort, making it ideal for long distance motorway journeys.
If neither Sport nor Tour modes are activated, the FlexRide system automatically
defaults to Normal mode. The dampers permanently adapt to changing driving
situations, providing more comfort than a conventional chassis, but with improved
cornering behaviour and better steering response in changing traffic situations.
FlexRide is available as an extra-cost option on most models.
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*For more information on Opel Ampera please visit www.opel-ampera.com
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We all share a responsibility to look after our world. That’s why Opel has been at the forefront of green automotive
initiatives for many years. Most recently, we have been researching ways of developing new cars that are more efcient
than ever before. The forthcoming Opel Ampera* is an Extended Range Electric Vehicle (E-REV) that can drive 40-80
kilometres on battery power alone and over 500 kilometres utilising an on-board electric generator system. And of
course, we are always looking to reduce vehicle CO2 emissions. Our ecoFLEX range of engines not only benet the
environment with lower CO2 emissions which help to lower your carbon footprint – they also benet your budget as
all Astra ecoFLEX engines t nicely into Tax Band A.
Our commitment to preserving the environment goes even further. We have dramatically reduced manufacturing
emissions, and our new models use more recycled materials and more recyclable parts than ever before. We also offer
free and easily accessible, environmentally friendly, end-of-life vehicle disposal at our authorised treatment facilities.
For a list of our Opel take-back partners, visit www.opel.ie. Because your world is our world too.
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Engines and transmissions
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Astra’s range of ecoFLEX engines
clearly demonstrate that
environmental awareness can be achieved without compromising
performance and driveability. Improved fuel economy speaks for itself
but lower CO2 emissions also save you money on vehicle tax. Now that’s
something to smile about.
This is not achieved through engine development alone, of course,
and some Astra ecoFLEX models also feature front and underbody
aerodynamic fine tuning, optimised gear ratios and a ‘shift-up’ indicator.
Petrol Engines. Astra offers two petrol engines to suit every driver’s
requirements. Astra’s proven entry engine, the 1.4i 16v uses Variable
Valve Timing to produce 100PS while returning excellent fuel economy
and low CO2 emissions, putting it comfortably in tax band B. Add a
water-cooled turbocharger, intercooler and some high tech to a version
of that same engine to get the 1.4i Turbo: power increases by 40% and
torque by 53%, both at lower revs to give a much more dynamic,
responsive drive; but it remains superbly efficient, also in tax band B.
Diesel Engines. Astra has a wide range of diesel engines, all designed
for economy but offering a range of driving experiences to ensure
driving economically doesn’t compromise on enjoyability: all of these
super-efficient Astra diesel engines with manual transmissions are in the
lowest tax band A. The 1.3CDTi 16v has double overhead camshafts,
common rail direct injection, a variable-geometry turbocharger and
an intercooler…the result of all that high technology is that while it
produces an impressive 95PS and 190Nm of torque, it still ekes out
incredible economy (4.1l/100km) and low emissions (109g/km). A choice
of two 1.7CDTi 16v engines is also available: using the same impressive
technology but developing 110PS (260Nm of torque) or 125PS (280Nm)
for more performance with little impact on economy. The most tempting
blend of power and efficiency has to be the 2.0CDTi 16v with 165PS and
an amazing 350Nm of torque: this unit offers sports car performance
with outstanding fuel consumption. It has superb acceleration, getting
from a standstill to 100km/h in just 9 seconds, but more impressively gets
from 80-120km/h in 5th gear in only 8.1 seconds, making overtaking or
joining a busy motorway extremely safe…yet returns combined fuel
economy of just 4.5l/100km.
Transmissions. Astra offers a range of smooth-
shifting gearboxes, designed to complement
each engine. 1.4i and 1.3CDTi engines all come
with 5 speed manual gearboxes. 1.4i Turbo,
1.7CDTi and 2.0CDTi engines all come with
six-speed manual gearboxes. A six-speed
Automatic Gearbox with Active Select is
optional on 2.0CDTi engines.
Start/Stop diesel technology. At the cutting edge of fuel saving and
emissions reduction comes the hugely innovative new Opel Start/Stop
system which switches the engine off when you stop at the lights or in
traffic, then restarts it automatically once the clutch is depressed. A huge
range of built-in checks ensures passenger and vehicle safety at all
times, of course. Engine stop is indicated by the rev counter needle in
the AUTOSTOP position. And the system can be deactivated manually
simply by pressing the ECO button.
Start/Stop technology is standard on Astra 1.3CDTi 16v Sports Tourer.
The 95PS multi-valve engine provides strong punch with incredible
fuel economy and CO2 levels of just 109g/km in the Sports Tourer,
further underlining our commitment to sustainability, fuel economy
and reductions in emissions without compromising performance and
driveability. The most powerful diesel in the Start/Stop line-up is our
2.0CDTi 16v 165PS model. Check out the model pages for individual
engine availability throughout the Astra range.
Please note that performance and economy figures above refer to the Astra 5-door models with
standard wheels: Sports Tourers and models with optional wheels may differ.
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