The Vauxhall Astra blends value with good ride comfort ... If you do buy one, we recommend going for the 1.2-litre 130 petrol engine and mid-spec GS trim. Top-spec Astras come with larger 18in ...

At just after 4pm on October 5, the first of two Ellesmere Port-built Vauxhall Astra 2.0 CDTi Hatches approached the start line on Millbrook Proving Ground's High Speed Bowl. Precisely 24 hours ...