The VAUXHALL ASTRA (2015-20) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.4I 100 EU6 ENERGY is a practical five-door family hatchback, sitting in the UK’s popular middle ground between small city cars and larger estates or SUVs. It offers familiar, straightforward motoring with space for passengers and everyday luggage, making it a sensible alternative to rivals such as the Ford Focus and Volkswagen Golf. The 1.4-litre petrol engine and manageable size suit commuting, school runs and general family use; it can also appeal to first-time buyers wanting a useful, easy-to-live-with car. The Energy trim gives this Astra a well-equipped feel, while its conventional hatchback shape prioritises visibility and practicality over the raised stance of an SUV. mycarcheck.com records 450 checks covering 179 different VINs. Average mileage is 46,000, annual use 7,000 miles, and average private-sale valuation £6,200. Cars checked have averaged around one and a half previous keepers, suggesting many examples have had limited ownership.