
The 2017 Holden Astra sedan will form an important cog in the Australian company's attempts to recover lost ground following the end of local manufacturing. It might just be the sweet spot in the range too.Read the full review
LIST PRICE | RRP:$29,970 |
CARADVICE RATING | 7.5 |
FUEL ECONOMY | 6.1L/100km |
SEAT | 5 |
ANCAP RATING |
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