VAUXHALL ASTRA (2012-16) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.7 CDTI ECOFLEX DPF SS 130 EU5 SE 6SPD

Buyer's Guide & Data from our Checks

The VAUXHALL ASTRA (2012-16) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.7 CDTI ECOFLEX DPF SS 130 EU5 SE 6SPD is a practical five-door hatchback in the UK's popular family-car class, competing with the Ford Focus and Volkswagen Golf. It gives you useful passenger and luggage space without the bulk of an SUV, making it a versatile everyday choice.

With a 1.7-litre diesel engine and stop-start economy focus, this Astra suits longer commutes, regular motorway trips and family duties. Mycarcheck.com has recorded 339 checks across 149 distinct VINs, a useful sample; its data shows average mileage of 115,000 and annual use of around 8,000 miles.

The SE trim and 130 diesel deliver reassuring performance, while the five-door layout makes access easy. Checks suggest an average private-sale value of £3,200 and about 3.2 previous keepers. Compared with rivals, the Astra is known for generous space and value, appealing to commuters and families who want a hatchback.

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Key Findings

The following statistics are drawn from our checks of 149 different vehicles, run between February 24th 2021 and September 30th 2026. These real-world insights provide context for this vehicle's place in the market, as well as its typical usage.

339
Lookups

25
Hidden Histories

121k
Average Mileage

£3,200
Average Valuation