Opel takes covers off all-new hybrid Astra

UPDATE, JULY 14: Opel has officially revealed the next-generation Astra, set to feature hybrid power for the first time in the model's 30-year history.

The Astra 'L' will share the same EMP2 platform as other small hatchbacks within the Stellantis group's model range, namely the upcoming Peugeot 308 and Citroen C4.

Confirming previous speculation (below), the new Astra will be available in Europe with one of two hybrid power units plus the option of three internal combustion engines, one diesel and two petrol powered.

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2022 Opel/Vauxhall Astra

Adopting the new Opel/Vauxhall 'Vizor' design language, the Astra features sharp lines through its bodywork, giving it a more aggressive look than the car it replaces.

Measuring at 4374mm in length, 1860mm in width and 1470mm high with a wheelbase of 2675mm, the new Astra features a boot which can hold 422 litres with the back seats up.

Read below to see the previously confirmed details of the new Astra.

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2022 Opel/Vauxhall Astra

The story to here

JUNE 9: Vauxhall has teased the striking, new-look Astra which is joining the 2022 fleet with hybrid power for the first time, sparking somewhat of a revolution for the former General Motors-owned marque.

Coming under the ever-growing umbrella of Stellantis since the start of 2021, the new Vauxhall/Opel Astra is likely to share the same underpinnings as the upcoming Peugeot 308, meaning a revival of the VXR nameplate might be in order for a performance variant.

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2022 Opel/Vauxhall Astra

Going off the specs of the 308, the hybrid Astra will likely feature an electric motor producing 81kW with a 12.3kWh battery pack, working alongside one of two petrol engines capable of producing either 110kW and 132kW and mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission.

As well as the hybrid options, the Astra will have the same internal combustion engine options as the Peugeot - two 1.2-litre three-pot petrol powertrains delivering 80kW or 95kW respectively, plus a four-cylinder diesel variant, putting out 95kW.

In the case of the Peugeot, the 95kW petrol engine can be mated to either an eight-speed auto or six-speed manual but all other combustion engines will be available with the manual stick only.

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2022 Opel/Vauxhall Astra

The new Astra reflects the new Vauxhall design language named 'Vizor', first seen on the Mokka crossover upon which the Astra looks to share a lot of interior equipment.

Features such as a 12-inch digital dash and 10-inch infotainment screen will likely be standard equipment, both aimed towards the driver, which has been redesigned compared to the 308.

According to Vauxhall, the Astra will be available as a five-door hatchback or sports tourer wagon, signalling the death of Astras of the past which included three-door variants, often seen in the VXR line-up.

Though unconfirmed for Australia at this stage, WhichCar will provide more updates in the future on the Astra including the possibility of the car coming Down Under.

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2022 Opel/Vauxhall Astra