Video Summary
Key points and findings of the electric car review:- The Opel Astra Sports Tourer Electric is an early entrant in the electric estate car market.
- The front design features Opel's Vizor face with a black panel between flat headlights.
- The Astra offers various powertrains, including gasoline, diesel, plug-in hybrid (GSE), and electric versions.
- The EV has a 115kW/156hp electric motor driving the front wheels.
- It includes a 54 kWh battery (51 kWh net usable) located in the vehicle floor.
- Opel claims a range of over 400 km.
- Two trims are offered: base model and the more luxurious GS variant.
- Intelli-Lux LED matrix headlights are an optional extra, capable of selectively dimming to avoid blinding other drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists.
- The Sports Tourer is 27cm longer than the five-door model, measuring 4.64 meters, and has a longer wheelbase.
- The car features a 516-liter trunk; the ICE version offers more at 597 liters.
- The back seats can be folded forward.
- A safety feature includes a net partition to prevent cargo from entering the passenger space.
- This trim includes black plastics, silver decor, microfibre material, and contrast-stitched leather, available as an add-on.
- Legroom in the back is snug for taller passengers.
- A USB-C port and air vents are in the back.
- The driver's seat is electrically adjustable, while the passenger seat is manual.
- The cockpit design includes geometric forms and a digital instrument cluster and infotainment screen.
- The review highlights physical climate controls, a rotary dial for audio volume, and an optional head-up display.
- Fast charging occurs at 100kW DC, for 30 minutes to reach 80%. 19 hours to charge at household outlet.
- The tested car lists for €53,130.
- A petrol version costs ~€10,630 less.
- Test car was fuel efficient, getting 17kwh/100km.
- The car offers engaging handling and steering.
- The reviewer notes they would appreciate regenerative braking control paddles, and expect them to come soon on Opel EVs.
