Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer Electric Review 2024
Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer Electric At A Glance
All-electric estate car.
On sale 2023.
Vauxhall has taken the next steps in its electric journey with the reveal of the fully electric Astra Sports Tourer Electric, arriving in the UK in 2023.
The Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer is the first fully electric estate from the brand and one of just a handful available on the market. The arrival of the new Astra Sports Tourer Electric will also increase the number of fully electric Vauxhall passenger vehicles on sale to six. By 2028, Vauxhall has committed to being an electric-only manufacturer – a timeline that is seven years ahead of the UK Government target of 2035.
The new Astra Sports Tourer Electric features Vauxhall’s distinctive bold and pure design already found on internal combustion and electrified variants of the Astra and Astra Sports Tourer.
The Vizor front end houses Vauxhall’s latest driver aids and safety systems, the new Griffin logo, as well as Vauxhall’s class-leading IntelliLux LED® Pixel Light technology. Meanwhile, the Vauxhall Compass design principle ensures the Astra Sports Tourer Electric look balanced from every angle.
From launch, all Astra Sports Tourer Electric models come standard with 18-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels, which can be had in a black finish for added styling.
Powered by a 114kW (156PS) electric motor producing 270Nm of torque, and a 54kWh battery, the new Astra Sports Tourer Electric achieves a WLTP-certified range of 258 miles from a single charge and reaches a top speed of 105mph.
The 54kWh battery is made up of 102 battery cells housed in 17 modules and has been designed with efficiency in mind. The Astra Electric requires just 12.7kWh of electricity to cover 62 miles (100km), making it ideal for daily use, and drivers can choose between three driving modes; Eco, Normal, and Sport, to suit their needs.
As with the rest of the fully electric Vauxhall range, the new Astra Sports Tourer Electric supports up to 100kW DC rapid charging, with an 80 per cent charge taking just 30 minutes to complete. From launch, all Astra Electric models will come standard with a three-phase 11kW AC onboard charger, suitable for wallbox use at home.
For further convenience, the battery is housed in the vehicle’s underbody, resulting in no compromise in passenger room or luggage space. The Astra Sports Tourer Electric comes with 516 litres of luggage space with the rear seats up, increasing to 1553 litres when folded – this is identical to Plug-in Hybrid variants of the vehicle.
The new Astra Sports Tourer Electric feature Vauxhall’s latest interior technologies, driver aids and safety features. The fully digital Pure Panel interior comes with a 10-inch digital instrument cluster and a 10-inch central display – transporting both driver and passenger into a high-tech environment. The latest generation of intuitive human-machine interface (HMI) displays all important functions such as battery charge status or range, while important settings such as climate control can still be easily adjusted at the touch of a physical button.
The large Intelli-HUD head-up display unit and ‘Hey Vauxhall!’ natural voice recognition allow drivers to stay focused on the road ahead, while Vauxhall’s numerous safety systems provide an added level of safety onboard. The Astra Sports Tourer Electric features front collision warning with automatic emergency braking, active lane keeping assist, drowsiness detection, as well as rear cross alert to protect both vehicle occupants and other road users.
The Astra Sports Tourer Electric features class-leading lighting, says Vauxhall, available with IntelliLux LED® Pixel Light technology. Featuring 168 individual LED elements – 84 per headlight – the technology provides unparalleled visibility at night thanks to seamless adaptation of the light beam pattern to suit the driving conditions and surroundings. The technology gives drivers a choice between several light modes that either turn on automatically depending on the driving situation or can be switched on manually.
Another standard for Vauxhall is comfortable and supporting seating, with the Astra Sports Tourer Electric featuring ergonomic Active Sports seat, which can be had in Alcantara® trim. The seats, which have been certified by Aktion Gesunder Rücken e.V. (AGR; Campaign for Healthier Backs), offer excellent lateral stability and a wide range of manual and electric adjustment options.
Ordering for the Astra Sports Tourer Electric will open in the Summer with deliveries commencing from the latter part of the year. UK pricing and specification will be announced closer to the start of sales.
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Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer Electric models and specs
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Length | 4642 mm |
| Width | 2062 mm |
| Height | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2732 mm |
| Miscellaneous | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight | - |
| Boot Space | - |
| Warranty | |
| Servicing | - |
| Costs | |
|---|---|
| List Price | - |
| Insurance Groups | - |
| Road Tax Bands | Exempt |
| Official MPG | - |
| Euro NCAP Safety Ratings | |
|---|---|
| Adult | - |
| Child | - |
| Pedestrian | - |
| Overall | - |
| Estate | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| Design 156 Electric 54kWh Auto 5dr | - | - | 9.2 s |
| GS 156 Electric 54kWh Auto 5dr | - | - | 9.2 s |
| Ultimate 156 Electric 54kWh Auto 5dr | - | - | 9.2 s |
Model History
- December 2022: New Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer Electric revealed
- November 2023: Vauxhall opens orders for Astra Sports Tourer Electric
- August 2024: Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer Electric Griffin special edition arrives, priced from £37,195
December 2022
New Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer Electric revealed
Vauxhall has taken the next steps in its electric journey with the reveal of the fully electric Astra Sports Tourer Electric, arriving in the UK in 2023.
The Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer is the first fully electric estate from the brand and one of just a handful available on the market. The arrival of the new Astra Sports Tourer Electric will also increase the number of fully electric Vauxhall passenger vehicles on sale to six. By 2028, Vauxhall has committed to being an electric-only manufacturer – a timeline that is seven years ahead of the UK Government target of 2035.
The new Astra Sports Tourer Electric features Vauxhall’s distinctive bold and pure design already found on internal combustion and electrified variants of the Astra and Astra Sports Tourer.
The Vizor front end houses Vauxhall’s latest driver aids and safety systems, the new Griffin logo, as well as Vauxhall’s class-leading IntelliLux LED® Pixel Light technology. Meanwhile, the Vauxhall Compass design principle ensures the Astra Sports Tourer Electric look balanced from every angle.
From launch, all Astra Sports Tourer Electric models come standard with 18-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels, which can be had in a black finish for added styling.
Powered by a 114kW (156PS) electric motor producing 270Nm of torque, and a 54kWh battery, the new Astra Sports Tourer Electric achieves a WLTP-certified range of 258 miles from a single charge and reaches a top speed of 105mph.
The 54kWh battery is made up of 102 battery cells housed in 17 modules and has been designed with efficiency in mind. The Astra Electric requires just 12.7kWh of electricity to cover 62 miles (100km), making it ideal for daily use, and drivers can choose between three driving modes; Eco, Normal, and Sport, to suit their needs.
As with the rest of the fully electric Vauxhall range, the new Astra Sports Tourer Electric supports up to 100kW DC rapid charging, with an 80 per cent charge taking just 30 minutes to complete. From launch, all Astra Electric models will come standard with a three-phase 11kW AC onboard charger, suitable for wallbox use at home.
For further convenience, the battery is housed in the vehicle’s underbody, resulting in no compromise in passenger room or luggage space. The Astra Sports Tourer Electric comes with 516 litres of luggage space with the rear seats up, increasing to 1553 litres when folded – this is identical to Plug-in Hybrid variants of the vehicle.
The new Astra Sports Tourer Electric feature Vauxhall’s latest interior technologies, driver aids and safety features. The fully digital Pure Panel interior comes with a 10-inch digital instrument cluster and a 10-inch central display – transporting both driver and passenger into a high-tech environment. The latest generation of intuitive human-machine interface (HMI) displays all important functions such as battery charge status or range, while important settings such as climate control can still be easily adjusted at the touch of a physical button.
The large Intelli-HUD head-up display unit and ‘Hey Vauxhall!’ natural voice recognition allow drivers to stay focused on the road ahead, while Vauxhall’s numerous safety systems provide an added level of safety onboard. The Astra Sports Tourer Electric features front collision warning with automatic emergency braking, active lane keeping assist, drowsiness detection, as well as rear cross alert to protect both vehicle occupants and other road users.
The Astra Sports Tourer Electric features class-leading lighting, says Vauxhall, available with IntelliLux LED® Pixel Light technology. Featuring 168 individual LED elements – 84 per headlight – the technology provides unparalleled visibility at night thanks to seamless adaptation of the light beam pattern to suit the driving conditions and surroundings. The technology gives drivers a choice between several light modes that either turn on automatically depending on the driving situation or can be switched on manually.
Another standard for Vauxhall is comfortable and supporting seating, with the Astra Sports Tourer Electric featuring ergonomic Active Sports seat, which can be had in Alcantara® trim. The seats, which have been certified by Aktion Gesunder Rücken e.V. (AGR; Campaign for Healthier Backs), offer excellent lateral stability and a wide range of manual and electric adjustment options.
Ordering for the Astra Sports Tourer Electric will open in the Summer with deliveries commencing from the latter part of the year. UK pricing and specification will be announced closer to the start of sales.
November 2023
Vauxhall opens orders for Astra Sports Tourer Electric
Vauxhall has opened orders for the Astra Sports Tourer Electric, the first fully electric estate car from the brand and one of just a handful available on the market.
Prices for the Astra Sports Tourer Electric start from £39,995, with first deliveries from the second quarter of 2024.
The Astra Sports Tourer Electric features a fully electric powertrain powered by a new, more efficient and quieter 156PS electric motor and a 54kWh battery.
A heat pump and a focus on efficiency enables the Astra Sports Tourer Electric to achieve a range of 256 miles.
The All-New Astra Sports Tourer Electric is available in a choice of three trim levels – Design, GS and Ultimate.
Highlights of Design trim include Vauxhall’s Multimedia Pure Panel Navigation system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto™ as well as automatic LED headlights and front and rear parking sensors. Prices start at £39,995.
GS trim adds a sporty look, with 18-inch black alloy wheels, an Intelli-Vision 360-degree parking camera and adaptive cruise control. Prices start at £42,345.
Completing the line-up, Ultimate models cost from £45,460 and include IntelliLux LED Pixel headlights, a wireless phone charger, panoramic sunroof and Alcantara upholstery.
August 2024
Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer Electric Griffin special edition arrives, priced from £37,195
Vauxhall has added a new Griffin special edition model to the Astra Sports Tourer Electric line-up. Priced from £37,195, the new model is claimed to offer an enhanced specification for a more attractive price. The Griffin special edition reduces the entry point to the Astra Sports Tourer Electric range by £2,800, while also offering additional features compared to Design trim.
As a result, the Astra Griffin includes heated seats, a heated steering wheel, wireless smartphone charging and a rear view camera to complement the front and rear parking sensors. Griffin models also include a ten-inch colour touchscreen, compatible with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a ten-inch digital instrument cluster.
On the outside, LED headlights, tail lights and daytime running lights with high beam assist all feature, as do tinted rear windows and roof rails.
The Astra Electric Griffin is powered by a 156PS electric motor and 54kWh lithium-ion battery, giving a range of up to 258 miles. The 0-62mph sprint is completed in 9.2 seconds.
Orders for the special-edition Astra Sports Tourer Electric Griffin are open now, with first deliveries from August.
