Used 2008 Saturn Astra XE 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M) Consumer Reviews
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Judeatb, 12/31/2008
Saturn Astra XE 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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My Astra XE is a comfortable, practical, spacious, and fun-to-drive compact. I paid less than $15k for it (with a/c), and am, so far, extremely satisfied. The car accelerates well, handles crisply, and gets exactly the mileage the EPA specifies from the get- go. My driving cycle is getting me 29- 30mpg combined. Everything, from the sound the doors make when closed, to the way the handbrake feels, to the materials used on the interior make this car feel like a solidly-built, quality product. Everyone loves the way it looks
Great Vehicle if you're tall
Bryan, 01/02/2009
Saturn Astra XE 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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I love this car! I'm 6'5" tall and the leg room and head room are by far the best I've seen in a vehicle! I actually have to stretch out my foot to shift! usually my knees are up under the steering wheel or straddling it and have to push in the clutch by pushing with my knee. The telescoping wheel helps too I can drive much more comfortably not having to lay the seat back(so my head doesn't bounce against the roof) this requires me to stretch my arms out to reach the wheel. But the headroom and telescoping wheel definitely gives me a more relaxing ride.
2008 Saturn Astra for sale near you
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- XR 2dr HatchbackMSRP: $5,97061 mi away
- XE 4dr HatchbackMSRP: $3,995101 mi away
- XR 4dr HatchbackMSRP: $6,477219 mi away
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Very happy Saturn owner
loose, 03/26/2009
Saturn Astra XE 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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Went to Bike Week 09 dragging my bike behind my 07 stick Fit sport, really liked that car. Was not looking for a new car, but they redid the Fit for 09 and I thought about a new one. While in FL, I noticed the Saturn Astra 5 door. Had to go and check it out. The car is great. Had to stay in FL for 3 extra days waiting for my trailer hitch. Was the best ride home to Scranton I ever had.
Love my Astra
DGW, 05/29/2009
Saturn Astra XE 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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I was in the market for a car after keeping my Corolla for 14 years. I went to a Toyota Dealership to test drive the 2010 Matrix and Corolla, and they were good to drive. Went home to recheck my research and I read a review of the Astra on Edmunds.com and was intrigued. After having a bad experience with a Sales person at Toyota, I test drove the Astra and I am so glad I did. I love Saturn's approach to sales, and the car is not what I expected. I can see why so many people rave about this car. Best part of my day is driving to and from work now!!
The Great Compromiser
Ad Astra, 04/05/2008
Saturn Astra XE 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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When shopping for a new car, I was torn between the Mazda3, VW Rabbit, Honda Fit, and Scion xD. The Mazda3 and Rabbit were fun to drive, but didn't get great mileage. The xD and Fit were not nearly as exciting to drive, but get amazing mileage. The Astra fell in between the two categories, as it was really fun to drive, but also pretty good on gas. 28.5MPG on my first tank with 40% Very hilly City/ 60% Highway. The handling is superb, it zips around corners with ease. I've been trying to press it to the limits, but I have yet to get so much as a squeak out of the tires in turns. Finally, a real European car!