What kind of car is the Opel Astra?
The Astra is Opel’s compact family car, positioned above the Corsa in the range. Hatchback and estate versions have given it a practical role for everyday journeys and carrying passengers or luggage. The current generation is also available as a plug-in hybrid or electric car.
Astra generations
The Astra J ran from 2010 to 2015, the Astra K from 2015 to 2021, and the Astra L began in 2021. Each generation brought a fresh take on Opel’s compact car, with body styles and equipment varying by period and market. The latest generation extended the range to include hybrid, plug-in hybrid and electric versions alongside petrol and diesel.
Engines and power
Across EU registrations from 2010 to 2025, Astra versions use engines from 1.0 to 2.0 litres and span 64 kW (87 PS) to 206 kW (280 PS). The fuel mix includes petrol, diesel, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, electric, natural gas and LPG versions. France’s ADEME listings cover petrol and diesel versions, with outputs from 74 kW (101 PS) to 206 kW (280 PS).
How economical is the Opel Astra?
The lowest listed EU figure is 1.3 L/100 km under WLTP for petrol, diesel or hybrid versions. Plug-in hybrids have a separate weighted figure of 1 L/100 km under WLTP, assuming part of the driving is electric. France’s ADEME listings show a low of 3.7 L/100 km under NEDC. WLTP and NEDC are different European test procedures, so these figures are not directly comparable. EU registrations totalled 3,268,701 from 2010 to 2025.
Questions and answers
Which Astra generations are covered?
The Astra J ran from 2010 to 2015, the K from 2015 to 2021, and the L began in 2021.
How much power does the Astra offer in EU versions?
The recorded range is 64 kW (87 PS) to 206 kW (280 PS), with engines from 1.0 to 2.0 litres.
Why is the plug-in hybrid’s consumption figure so low?
Its 1 L/100 km WLTP figure is weighted and assumes that some driving is electric.


