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Civic Killer
Astrabuyer, 07/11/2008
2008 Saturn Astra XR 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I finally found a car that beats out the people's favorite Honda Civic. This car is better in every way, especially handling. I also really like the cool unique features like the remote roll down windows and monster sunroof.
Awesome little car.
travis, 07/23/2008
2008 Saturn Astra XE 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Just traded my 2006 Civic in for this little car. I went with the 4 door XE version, but in the 5-speed manual. I love the car. It is one of the best looking cars on the road today. The first day I had it, four people came up and asked me what it was! The car feels more solid, and is more European then most of the "European" cars being sold in the US... it was built in Belgium. I've only averaged 27 mpg so far, which is short of the 32 I got consistently in the Civic. But the build quality smashes the Civic. I was stunned with what I could get with such little money! The buying experience was amazing and so far no problems with the car at all.
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A lot of car for the money
Dick, 02/07/2009
2008 Saturn Astra XR 2dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I have been driving for 64 years and most of my cars have been manuals. I wanted a manual but the shifters were stiffer and less accurate than my previous manuals cars so I decided on an automatic and I haven't been disappointed. Another car that I still drive has a turbo which is very quick but my Astra gives me more than enough pickup for urban traffic.
The Oil Companies Can Kiss My Astra!
Frank Kissmyastra, 07/20/2008
2008 Saturn Astra XR 2dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
The gas mileage has been incredible. I have been averaging 35 to 37 mpg in the foothills of the Rock Mountains! This is with the 5 speed stick. I have found that using the A/C full blast will cost you about one mile per gallon. This is a fun car to drive. It handles like a sports car. The Astra loves to corner. It exudes that glued to the road feeling. Safety features that are typically only found on luxury cars. Being a small car, I want all of the safety I can get. This car is unmatched in its class. The car is comfortable. The leather seats have a great seating position with plenty of support. This car is loaded with toys!
Nothing else compares
dzajic, 11/24/2008
2008 Saturn Astra XR 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
A great car for an amazing price. The competition (Honda Fit, Mazda 3, VW Rabbit) don't come close. Look what the Fit (closest competitor) is missing: seat height adj, sunroof, rain-sensing wipers, integrated roof rack mounting points, stability/traction control (without navigation), 17" wheels (225 vs 185 wide tires), high quality interior, rear map lights, vanity lights, heated mirrors, express down windows (all doors), 4-wheel disc brakes, OnStar system, 5 years Roadside Assist. rigid rear cargo cover, 6 disc changer, dual trip/fuel economy meters, pedal release system, 4% heavier but 18% more hp/torque, max torque at lower rpm (3800 vs 4800)