Opel ASTRA GTC 2014 User manual

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OPEL ASTRA GTC

Astra GTC. The designer’s dream made reality. With a choice of models,
from effortlessly sporty to positively engaging. Brilliantly in tune with your
driving emotions, Astra GTC takes Opel’s dynamic performance mindset
to the limit, with striking details and an unashamedly full-on attitude.
Astra GTC: never have three small letters promised so much excitement.
FREE YOUR SPIRIT
This brochure covers Astra GTC Sport and SRi models only. Some of the images illustrate options and accessories
available at extra cost. And not all of the features described are available on both models. Due to the limitations of
the printing process, the colours reproduced throughout this brochure may vary slightly from the actual paint colour.
As a result, they should be used as a guide only. Your Opel dealer has a comprehensive display of our paint samples.
ASTRA GTCCONTENTS
Exterior styling 4
Interior styling 6
Driving dynamics 8
Chassis 10
Engines 12
Safety 14
Versatility 18
Infotainment 20
Astra GTC range 22
Wheels and tyres 28
Colours and trims 30
Accessories 32
OPC Styling Pack 33
Specification 34

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DRIVE YOUR EMOTIONS
Bold. Pure. Iconic. Astra GTC puts passion high on the agenda. Its stunning,
coupé-like profile and distinctive, blade-inspired lines speak volumes about
Opel’s design philosophy. With dramatic styling cues. And a poised, muscular
stance, set off by signature lighting. In short: a clear declaration of sporting
intent. And presence to die for.

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ENERGISE YOUR SENSES
The Astra GTC’s pure and overtly sporting exterior receives a powerful echo
throughout the interior’s strong lines, with defined textures, unique Astra GTC
sports detailing and unashamedly proud contours. Premium quality design
cues combine with advanced features to create a sporty yet spacious driving
environment guaranteed to invigorate your whole driving experience.

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SHARPEN YOUR
RESPONSES
Astra GTC: beautifully balanced, above and below the skin. With a bespoke sports
chassis together with HiPerStrut (High Performance Strut) front suspension and
Watt’s link rear set-up. The HiPerStrut system improves grip and allows more power
to be applied during cornering, significantly reducing torque steer; the Watt’s link
reduces lateral movement at high speed for a smooth and stable ride.
Optional FlexRide Adds even greater precision to the Astra GTC driving experience.
Just the mere touch of a button changes the whole driving dynamic to taut sporting
excitement or relaxed long distance cruising. See page 11 for more detail.

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EXPLOIT YOUR AGILITY Poised, engaging and precise, the Astra GTC chassis establishes
the agile, spirited feel that characterises the car as a whole.
Better still, the suspension has been carefully tuned to suit the
specific demands of most road surfaces, using specialist input
from renowned chassis experts.

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FlexRide chassis settings With the mere touch of a button, this
optional feature allows you to change the Astra GTC’s whole
driving dynamics – from ‘Sport’ to ‘Tour’ and back again.
Using Continuous Damping Control (CDC) technology, FlexRide
automatically adjusts the dampers for excellent grip. In ‘Tour’
mode, it chooses the best settings for gentler straight-line
driving. Switch to ‘Sport’ mode and it instantly sharpens the
response of the speed-sensitive steering, accelerator and
automatic transmission (if fitted). It also changes the colour
of the ambient instrument lighting – from a cool white to a
more dynamic red effect.
Class-leading Sports suspension Front-wheel drive cars with powerful engines place excessive demands on
conventional McPherson strut front suspension systems. Under heavy acceleration – especially in tight bends
– front traction is compromised, resulting in torque steer which can affect the car’s stability. The compact
HiPerStrut (High Performance Strut) system – already seen in Insignia OPC – isolates the steering from the
effects of engine torque, boosting steering precision and grip. It also improves handling and enhances ride
quality. The compact Watt’s Link rear suspension delivers the stability benefits of multi-link systems without
their weight and space penalties.

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Astra GTC drivers can choose from six powerful yet efficient
turbocharged engines each matched to a slick, six-speed
transmission or – on select power units – a six-speed automatic.
Free-revving 120PS or 140PS 1.4i 16v VVT Turbo petrol engines.
A third petrol unit, the 1.6i 16v VVT Turbo, producing an
uncompromising 180PS. Two versatile 1.7CDTi 16v common rail
diesels developing 110PS and 130PS. Or the highly flexible 2.0CDTi
16v common rail turbo diesel, good for an impressive 165PS.
FULFIL YOUR
POTENTIAL
Visually, Astra GTC takes your breath away.
Performance-wise, Opel’s sensational new
arrival carries your strongest emotions in its
wake. The potential is limitless.

ENGINES
Power Torque Wheel size (inches) Fuel economy (litres/100km)#
CO2emissions (g/km)
Urban driving Extra-urban driving Combined gure
Petrol
1.4i 16v VVT Turbo Start/Stop 120PS/140PS 200Nm 18/19 7. 6 4.9 5.9 139
1.4i 16v VVT Turbo Start/Stop 120PS/140PS 200Nm 20 7. 8 5.0 6.0 142
1.4i 16v VVT Turbo Automatic 140PS 200Nm 18/19 8.6 5.4 6.6 154
1.4i 16v VVT Turbo Automatic 140PS 200Nm 20 8.7 5.5 6.6 156
1.6i 16v VVT Turbo 180PS 230Nm 18/19 9. 3 5.9 7.2 168
1.6i 16v VVT Turbo 180PS 230Nm 20 9. 3 6.0 7.2 169
Diesel
1.7CDTi 16v Start/Stop ecoFLEX 110PS/130PS 280Nm/300Nm 18/19 4.8 4.0 4.3 114
1.7CDTi 16v Start/Stop ecoFLEX 110PS/130PS 280Nm/300Nm 20 4.8 4 .1 4.4 116
2.0CDTi 16v Start/Stop 165PS 350Nm 18/19 5.7 4.3 4.8 127
2.0CDTi 16v Start/Stop 165PS 350Nm 20 5.8 4.4 4.9 129
2.0CDTi 16v Automatic 165PS 350Nm 18/19 7. 8 4.5 5.7 149
2.0CDTi 16v Automatic 165PS 350Nm 20 7. 8 4.5 5.7 150
#Official Government Test Environmental Data. Official EU-regulated test data is provided for comparison purposes and actual performance will depend on driving style, road conditions and other non-technical factors.
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Start/Stop technology With power comes responsibility.
So Astra GTC also features Opel’s cutting edge Start/Stop fuel
saving and emissions reduction technology. The innovative
system switches the engine off when you stop at the lights or
in traffic, then restarts it automatically once the clutch is
depressed. A wide range of in-built safety checks ensures total
peace-of-mind in all circumstances. It’s fitted to all manual
Astra GTC models except the 1.6i 16v VVT Turbo version.

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INTELLIGENT LIGHTING
FOR EVERY ENVIRONMENT
The Astra GTC features an enhanced, fourth generation
of the Adaptive Forward Lighting System. The AFL headlights
change their pattern to suit the location and the weather.
Sensing where you need the light most, they can even see
round corners. And if something is coming the other way,
they dip automatically.
Intelligent Light Ranging (ILR). Available as part of the Driving Assistance Pack
when AFL is also specified, ILR extends the range of both headlights up to about
350 metres at speeds over 45km/h. ILR also automatically adjusts the spread to
avoid dazzling oncoming drivers. And if you’re approaching an upward gradient,
it’ll even raise the beam to give you a better view of the road.

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Motorway light (over 100km/h)
140 metre range, higher and brighter
than normal low beam, without dazzle.
Static cornering light (up to 40km/h,
also when reversing) Throws light
90 degrees left or right for enhanced
lateral vision.
Country road light (55-115km/h) Wider
spread and brighter light than normal low
beam. 70 metre range without dazzle.
Dynamic curve light (any speed)
Activated by steering angle and speed,
the headlights swivel up to 15 degrees
into the curve.
Town light (30-55km/h) Wider and lower
spread of light. Activated by vehicle speed
together with street lighting.
High beam with assist (over 40km/h)
Automatically switches from high to
low beam as it detects oncoming or
proceeding vehicles.
Pedestrian area light (up to 30km/h)
Wider spread of light (an extra eight
degrees left and right) illuminates
potential hazards.
Adverse weather light (up to 70km/h)
Wiper or rain sensor activated for better
vision in bad weather conditions.
Advanced Adaptive Forward Lighting.

SAFEGUARD YOUR
INTERESTS
Astra GTC is a showcase for Opel’s high-tech
safety features, with active and passive
technology delivering invaluable peace-of-mind.
1. Active-safety front seat head
restraints Minimise the risk of whiplash
injury and guard against other head and
upper body injuries.
2. Tyre pressure monitoring system
(TPMS) Monitors the tyre pressure
via sensors on the inner sides of the
valves and activates a warning display
if there is a loss of pressure. Optional at
extra cost.
Astra GTC combines advanced electronic options with proven
safety features like front, side and curtain airbags and
reinforced passenger safety cell with pre-defined deformation
zones. Select the Driving Assistance Pack option featuring the
innovative front camera system and the Astra GTC will read the
speed limit signs and display a reminder on the facia, helping
you keep safe and legal. Leave your lane without a signal and
it can also warn you – just in case you’re tired or distracted.
The system also constantly indicates the distance to the vehicle
ahead, and alerts the driver if a collision is imminent.
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Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR).
Utilising the front camera function,
this clever system makes sure you’re
constantly made aware of speed limits,
even when temporary signs are put up.
TSR continually monitors road signs,
and gives you a warning if you
unintentionally stray over the limit.
It can even read and display motorway
electronic signs related to speed limits
like rain or snow warnings.
Lane Departure Warning (LDW).
LDW uses the front camera system
to recognise lane marking lines, and
emits an audible warning if your
vehicle leaves its lane unintentionally
(i.e. without you signalling), preventing
potential accidents and reminding
you of inattention or tiredness.
The LDW system can be deactivated
via a facia switch.
Forward Collision Alert (FCA).
Available as part of the Driving
Assistance Pack, FCA constantly shows
the distance to the leading vehicle in
the instrument panel, helping you to
maintain a safe distance. In addition,
FCA – active when the car is moving
faster than 30km/h – gives visual and
audible warnings if you approach a
slower-moving vehicle too fast.
Side Blind Spot Alert. Available as
part of the optional Perimeter Protection
Pack, this ultrasonic-based system helps
prevent a potential collision with a
vehicle in the neighbouring lane by
continuously screening the blind spots
on both sides of the car and provides
a visible warning if the indicator is set
to change to a lane where another car
is detected.

MANAGE YOUR SPACE Astra GTC combines stylish coupé character with genuine
hatchback versatility. Comfortably seating up to five people
– extremely comfortably if you specify the luxurious leather
option – the Astra GTC is a surprisingly practical car for everyday
use, with a generous 380 litres of luggage space to boot.
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1 and 2. Generous storage features Stowage facilities
are abundant, including a driver’s storage compartment
(illustrated) situated under the main lighting control, roomy
front door pockets, storage pockets on the front seat backs
and an illuminated glovebox.
3. Versatile centre console Providing practicality at your
fingertips, all Astra GTC models feature a centre console unit
complete with storage area and 12-volt auxiliary power socket.
SRi models boast an additional central storage facility with
twin covered drinks holders (illustrated right).
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SRi model (illustrated left) features: Leather Pack, Navi 950 IntelliLink satellite
navigation system, Infinity® Premium Sound System, electronic climate control,
rear parking distance sensors and FlexRide, optional at extra cost.

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1. CD 400+ Standard across the range, the CD 400+ raises the bar for in-car
entertainment units in this class. Highlights include CD/MP3 CD player, Digital radio,
AM/FM stereo radio with 36 station presets, USB connection and aux-in socket, seven
speakers, seven-band graphic equaliser, Digital Sound Processor, 4 x 20W output –
and excellent sound quality. The Digital radio also means digital quality sound,
a broader range of stations, easier to find by name and improved track display info
on some stations. All Astra GTC models feature a ‘Shark fin’ aerial as standard too 3.
IMPROVE YOUR DRIVETIME
Keep in touch, entertained and ahead of the queues with the
latest premium Astra GTC in-car communication systems, featuring
Digital radio facility as standard, aux-in socket, USB connection
and optional Bluetooth®connectivity.
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