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Used 2017 Opel Astra for sale
Opel Astra SPORTS TO TOURER SRI 1.6 CDTI 110PS 5DR
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€7,450
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Could suit you if…
- Your usual group fits within 5 seats, including the driver. Check passenger space and any child-seat fit in person.
- You regularly make longer journeys: diesel may fit that pattern better than a routine of mostly short trips. Compare actual running costs.
- You often load a pushchair, dog or bulky bags: an estate layout could be useful. Try your own luggage rather than judging by the exterior size.
Think twice if…
- You need to carry more than 5 people together: the advert records 5 seats, including the driver.
- Most journeys are short school runs or local trips: check whether this diesel has a particulate filter and what longer runs its handbook requires.
This is general guidance about this type of car and your needs — not an inspection or approval of this individual car.
This generation Astra (Astra K, launched 2015) commonly comes with the 1.6 CDTI diesel and a manual gearbox — a combination that’s economical on long trips but sensitive to short-trip city use because of the diesel particulate filter and EGR. The estate version is sold as the Sports Tourer and gives a larger boot than the hatch; Opel parts and servicing are widely available in Ireland. Expect routine clutch wear on a 9-year-old manual and check for DPF/EGR/turbo issues if prior ownership was mostly town driving.
- DPF/EGR health: ask for evidence of successful regenerations and watch for frequent warning lights or a recent DPF replacement.
- Clutch condition and engagement: check for slipping, heavy bite point or high revs needed to accelerate (common wear on manuals).
- Turbo response and smoke: look/listen for lag, whine, or blue/black smoke on acceleration which suggests turbo or injection issues.
- Rear suspension and underside corrosion: inspect rear arches, tailgate fittings and chassis underside for rust or sagging (estates often show rear floor/arch wear).
- Gearbox synchros and shift feel: test all gears for smooth engagement and no crunching, especially 1st and reverse on older manuals.
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SRI model in immaculate condition. Recently serviced and in perfect working order. Very economical to run. NCT valid until July 2027. Tax valid until June 2026. Comes with a 3 month warranty and two keys.