Vauxhall has released first pictures of its new Astra, to be launched later this year, which will be built at the company’s Ellesmere Port manufacturing plant in Cheshire.
Depending on the model and trim level it will be up to 200kg (130kg on average) lighter than its predecessor.
With a total length of 4.37m it is almost 5cm shorter than its predecessor. With a height of 1.46m it is also 2.6cm lower.
The wheelbase has reduced by 2cm but the amount of space inside increased. In combination with newly-designed seats, the passengers in the rear can enjoy an additional 35mm legroom. The distance between the front- and rear-seats is increased providing comfort and space.
The new Astra is the first new Vauxhall model that will be available with the personal connectivity and service assistant OnStar from its launch.
OnStar offers customers a broad range of safety and comfort services. If an airbag deploys, OnStar will be alerted automatically. An advisor will then contact the vehicle to determine whether help is required. If there is no response, emergency responders are immediately sent to the exact location of the vehicle.
Making its debut in new Astra is the new generation IntelliLink infotainment system that is compatible with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
The functions can be controlled via the large, up to eight-inch touchscreen located high on the centre stack, via remote control on the steering wheel (volume) or via voice control.
The car will receive its world premiere at the 2015 Frankfurt Motor Show (September 17-27).
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