The VAUXHALL ASTRA (2012-16) 5DR HATCHBACK 2.0 CDTI DPF SS 165 EU5 TECH LINE GT 6SPD is a practical, five-door family hatchback, sitting in the UK’s mainstream alternative to the Ford Focus and Volkswagen Golf. It combines everyday usability with a stronger diesel engine and a well-equipped Tech Line GT specification. Across 259 mycarcheck.com look-ups, 135 different VINs were identified, offering a useful sample of cars checked. Recorded examples average 89,000 miles and around 10,000 miles a year; the typical car has had roughly three keepers. The average private-sale valuation is £4,400, a helpful guide rather than a guaranteed price. Its cabin and boot suit family duties, commuting and journeys, while the 165 diesel offers overtaking and sensible economy on open roads. Tech Line GT trim adds equipment, making this Astra a comfortable choice for buyers wanting more space and power than a small car, without moving to an SUV. Compared with popular rivals, the Vauxhall Astra hatchback is known for combining useful practicality with strong performance.