2015 Vauxhall Astra — Full Specifications
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The 2015 Vauxhall Astra belongs to the Astra K generation, built 2015–2020. 2015 was the first year of this generation. The Astra L replaced it from 2021. It followed the Astra J. The mid-life facelift arrived in 2019, so a 2015 car is a pre-facelift example. Body styles: hatchback, sports Tourer (estate). The engine range listed for this period includes 1.0 Turbo 105, 1.4 100, 1.4 Turbo 110-150, 1.6 SIDI Turbo 200 and more. Owners often keep a Vauxhall Astra workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Astra K Generation: Engines & Body Styles
Vauxhall Astra model years from 2015 to 2020 belong to the same generation, with a mid-life facelift in 2019. The engines below are those listed for this generation in the 2015 period; availability varied by year, trim and market, so confirm the exact engine from the car's paperwork or the badge on the tailgate.
| Engine | Fuel | Displacement | Power |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0 Turbo 105 | Petrol | 1 L | 105 PS |
| 1.4 100 | Petrol | 1.4 L | 100 PS |
| 1.4 Turbo 110-150 | Petrol | 1.4 L | 110–150 PS |
| 1.6 SIDI Turbo 200 | Petrol | 1.6 L | 200 PS |
| 1.2 Turbo 110-145 | Petrol | 1.2 L | 110–145 PS |
| 1.6 CDTI 95-160 | Diesel | 1.6 L | 95–160 PS |
| 1.5 CDTI 105-122 | Diesel | 1.5 L | 105–122 PS |
| Body styles | Hatchback · Sports Tourer (estate) |
|---|---|
| Transmissions | 5-speed manual · 6-speed manual · 5-speed Easytronic 3.0 · 6-speed automatic |
| Generation | Astra K (2015-2021) |
| Facelift | 2019 (2015 car is pre-facelift) |
Generation, production years, engines and body styles compiled from Wikipedia; production dates can differ by market. Official fuel economy and CO₂ figures for UK cars are published by the Vehicle Certification Agency and vary by engine and test cycle (NEDC or WLTP), so we do not quote a single figure here.
Owner Essentials for the 2015 Vauxhall Astra
Running Costs: 2015 Vauxhall Astra
Running costs for a 2015 Vauxhall Astra depend mostly on which engine it has, how it is driven and the insurance group of that trim. Look up the exact car's tax band and fuel figures from its registration on GOV.UK, and work out fuel spend with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2015 Vauxhall Astra Safety Rating
Cars sold in the UK and Europe are crash-tested by Euro NCAP, not the US NHTSA, so there is no NHTSA star rating for the Vauxhall Astra. Look the Vauxhall Astra up on Euro NCAP's results page to see the star rating and the test year for this generation; ratings from different years use different criteria and are not directly comparable. To check a specific UK car for open recalls, use the GOV.UK vehicle recalls checker, and see our UK guide to checking a used car's history.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which generation is the 2015 Vauxhall Astra?
The 2015 Vauxhall Astra is part of the Astra K (2015-2021) generation, produced 2015–2020. The facelift arrived in 2019, so a 2015 car is a pre-facelift example.
What engines did the 2015 Vauxhall Astra come with?
Engines listed for this generation include 1.0 Turbo 105 (petrol); 1.4 100 (petrol); 1.4 Turbo 110-150 (petrol); 1.6 SIDI Turbo 200 (petrol); 1.2 Turbo 110-145 (petrol); 1.6 CDTI 95-160 (diesel); 1.5 CDTI 105-122 (diesel). Not every engine was sold in every year or market, so check the car's V5C or handbook for the exact unit.
What body styles does the 2015 Vauxhall Astra come in?
This generation was offered as: Hatchback, Sports Tourer (estate).
What gearbox does the 2015 Vauxhall Astra have?
Transmissions listed for this generation include 5-speed manual, 6-speed manual, 5-speed Easytronic 3.0, 6-speed automatic, depending on engine and trim.
How safe is the 2015 Vauxhall Astra?
European-market cars are crash-tested by Euro NCAP rather than NHTSA. Search for the Vauxhall Astra at euroncap.com/en/results to see the star rating and the test year for this generation.