VAUXHALL ASTRA (2012-16) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.6 16V 115 EU5 DESIGN is a five-door family hatchback in the UK’s mainstream used-car class. It balances a roomy cabin and useful boot with a manageable footprint, making it more versatile than a city car without the bulk of an SUV. mycarcheck.com recorded 668 look-ups across 303 distinct VINs, a sample that offers a useful snapshot of buyer interest. The 1.6-litre petrol engine suits commuting, school runs and longer journeys, with straightforward everyday performance. Five doors and useful passenger space make it appealing to couples and small families. It offers more room than a supermini, though its size is less convenient in tight city parking. Against rivals such as the Ford Focus and Volkswagen Golf, the Astra is known as a sensible all-rounder rather than sporty. mycarcheck checks show average recorded mileage of 81,000 and average private-sale valuation of £3,600; cars had around three previous keepers on average.