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Used 2008 Saturn Astra XR 2dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M) Consumer Reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

What A Hoot To Drive!

Scott Walper, 09/23/2008
Saturn Astra XR 2dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

We just stumbled across the Astra at the Saturn dealer while looking at the Vue. After driving the Astra couldnt wait to buy one! Incredibly solid, zippy around town with the 5 speed stick, gets lotsa stares. People in Hondas ask what it that? The doors don't sound like tin when you close them. The remote windows rolldown, one cool feature.

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5 out of 5 stars

Great Value - Heated Leather Seats!!!

Sweeps, 04/25/2009
Saturn Astra XR 2dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

As an engineer, I travel for my work, and I have been in many rental cars. The Astra is a notch above. A great value, quality build, fun driver, and attracts lots of inquiries. Given my wife has a SUV, I sold my 1/2 ton 4X4 pick-up (15 MPG), purchased the Astra (great mileage) and a trailer for hauling. When gas is $4.00 a gallon - I'll be ready this time. The Saturn dealer was great to work with. And the heated leather seats are great!!. I have been to Germany and they know smaller, fuel efficient, and fun to drive cars. Recommend you get one before GM does something stupid and no longer supplies them via Saturn.

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5 out of 5 stars

The best pocket rocket out there

Leo, 07/03/2008
Saturn Astra XR 2dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

My silver coupe with 5 speed has about 2000 mixed miles on it so far and all I can say is "wow". Better than 30 MPG overall, outstanding handling that brings a smile with every crooked road, and a quality feel and and comfort that you can't find on any other car costing thousands more. It's brought passion back to driving! Great everyday commuter, with honest room for four. On the open highway, it's quiet and has plenty of punch for passing. On the twisty country roads it just doesn' t seem to have a limit to grip and handling. Leather seats are wonderful--firm and confortable. Great looking car! Top it all with the wonderful no hassle Saturn dealer experience, and there is no competition

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4.88 out of 5 stars

1,000 Mile Update

Joseph Astra, 05/19/2008
Saturn Astra XR 2dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

The good - I consistently get 35 to 36 mpg in a mix of city and highway driving. The car is as tight as a car can be. No squeaks, no rattles and a nice kerthunk when you close the doors. When you own an Astra, you are driving a very exclusive car. Not too many on the road as of yet. This car handles like a sports car. Positive comments from everyone who sees it. I like the utility the hatchback provides. The onboard computer is excellent. The rain sensing wipers are great. The leather seats are very comfortable and supportive. The upgraded stereo

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5 out of 5 stars

Best car I ever owned

frank, 12/29/2008
Saturn Astra XR 2dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I have had my car for over three months now. I live in NJ and drive to upstate NY alot so I drive a lot. This car handles like a dream. It looks amazing inside and out. It is great on gas. I have people every day asking me about my car. I havent seen anyone else driving this car so I feel like a king who has something no one else has.

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