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Opel Astra Electric

Opel Astra Electric

Brand: Opel
Category: Electric Cars
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Drive Type: FWD
Type: 5 door hatchback, 5 seats
Self Driving:
Airbags: Yes

Our Rating

The overall rating is based on review by our experts

5.5

PERFORMANCE 5 / 10
BATTERY 7 / 10
BODY 3 / 10
DISPLAYS 5 / 10
COMFORT 6 / 10
SAFETY 7 / 10

PROS

Long range per charge for the segment.
Strong acceleration and smooth power delivery.
Low running cost versus petrol/diesel.
Sharp handling and composed ride.
Modern cabin with good tech features.
Regenerative braking improves efficiency.

CONS

Charging speed slower than some rivals.
Rear seat and cargo space slightly less than ICE Astra.
Higher upfront cost than petrol variant.
Fewer fast charger locations in some regions.
Touch-centric infotainment may distract while driving.

Let’s call it by its full name: the Opel Astra Electric. It’s made by Opel (a Stellantis brand) and sits comfortably in the upper-mid range of their lineup—more premium than the Corsa Electric, but not as large as the discontinued Insignia. So, what body type are we looking at? It’s a C-segment (compact) five-door hatchback with a front-wheel-drive (FWD) electric motor.

What makes this car genuinely worth noting? Simple: it’s the first-ever electric Astra in the nameplate’s 30+ year history. No hype. Just fact. Under the skin, it shares its bones with the Peugeot e-308, which tells you a lot about what to expect.

Battery, Range, and Charging – The Real Numbers

Under the hood (well, under the floor), you’ll find a 115 kW (156 hp) electric motor delivering 270 Nm of torque—again, to the front wheels only. The battery pack offers 51 kWh usable (54 kWh total).

Range: Officially, the WLTP cycle gives you 416 km (258 miles). That’s the European standard. There’s no EPA figure because Opel doesn’t sell this model in the US.

Charging speed matters more than range for most people. Here’s what you get:

AC home charging: 11 kW (three-phase) as standard.
DC fast charging (peak): 100 kW.
10% to 80% charge time: Around 30 minutes at a 100 kW station.

In plain English? That’s a coffee break. You won’t finish a full podcast episode before you’re ready to roll again.

Price, Who It’s For, and How It Compares

Let’s talk money. In Germany (the main launch market), the Astra Electric starts at €45,990 (including VAT). Top trims go over €48,000. In the UK, as the Vauxhall Astra Electric, it starts at roughly £39,995.

So who actually buys this car? Realistically, it’s for two types of people:

Private buyers with a driveway or workplace charger who want a familiar hatchback without the “spaceship” look of some EVs.
Fleet and company car drivers (especially in Europe) who benefit from tax breaks on electric vehicles.

Inside Opel’s own stable: It sits between the Corsa Electric (~€35k) and the nearly identically priced Mokka Electric (a taller, crossover-style sibling). The Astra Sports Tourer Electric (estate version) is its closest internal cousin.

Looking outside Opel – here are the direct rivals you’ll actually cross-shop:

Volkswagen ID.3 – Slightly roomier, rear-wheel drive, similar price bracket.
MG4 Electric – Much cheaper, similar range, but less refined interior.

The closest match on paper (and the one you’ll see in every comparison search):
The Peugeot e-308 GT – same platform, same 51 kWh battery, same 156 hp motor, nearly identical pricing. The differences? Styling, badge, and a slightly different suspension tune. That’s your real head-to-head.

Bottom line: The Opel Astra Electric won’t shock you with innovation, but it also won’t surprise you with weird EV quirks. It’s a solid, familiar hatchback that happens to be electric. And for many European drivers, that’s exactly the point.