The VAUXHALL ASTRA SPORTS TOURER (2019-22) 5DR SPORTS TOURER 1.5 TURBO D 105 DPFR SS EU6 SE 6SPD is a practical estate car: an Astra family hatchback with a longer roof and useful boot, rather than an SUV. It sits in the UK’s compact estate market, offering everyday versatility without the bulk of a larger family car. Its diesel engine and six-speed manual suit drivers covering longer journeys. It can work well for families, commuters and practical-minded drivers who need luggage space for shopping, pushchairs or holidays, while still wanting a car that is easy to manage day to day. Compared with a small hatchback, the Sports Tourer adds carrying room; against SUVs, it offers a lower, more estate-like alternative. Across 114 mycarcheck.com lookups covering 74 VINs, checked cars averaged £10,800, 56,000 miles and 14,000 miles a year, with 0.44 previous keepers. These figures are a snapshot, not the whole market.