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Astra EV Long Termer Update – This car is Jinxed – Pothole Problems ! | 4K

My long termer upgrade on the is well overdue however I've had a couple of issues. 3 punctures in overall and the automobile has been off the roadway for almost 4 weeks however what was it like when is was on the roadway. In this evaluation I address important questions like what is the real life variety, what's it like to drive and is it comfortable on a longer run?

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23 responses to “Astra EV Long Termer Update – This car is Jinxed – Pothole Problems ! | 4K”

  1. @shakesnbake Avatar
    @shakesnbake

    You need a tyre insurance company to sponsor the Astra videos 😅

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  2. @KelliContrenas Avatar
    @KelliContrenas

    The level of creativity and innovation in this conversation is inspiring. It’s a testament to the endless possibilities of human thought.🧡

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  3. @Yorkshiremadmick Avatar
    @Yorkshiremadmick

    3 punctures in the Astra and a few in the Defender 90. Not forgetting the Boxster 😮 that’s a fair few, to suck up.

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    1. @ajh5552 Avatar
      @ajh5552

      But quite inconvenient that a replacement tyre cannot be sourced for approximately a week. 😳 That is not ideal considering we usually buy a car for daily duties. How many people can do without their car for over a week when they have a daily job to go to or take the kids 1/2 a mile down the road to school for example? 😂 Not a good situation to be in.

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  4. @johns14a Avatar
    @johns14a

    It’s a good looking thing. In estate form it would be much more interesting as a practical family car. Nice review Ped.

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  5. @johnbrown3951 Avatar
    @johnbrown3951

    One of my favourite cars ever was the three door Astra that I had when my other half wrote off my Renault Estate about fifteen years ago but sadly it had to go back as it was a rental replacement car and for some reason I never got another but did have a Corsa VXR for a while until it started blowing radiators and turbo’s weekly. I recently had a slow puncture that after investigation was found to be a buckle on the inside rim of the alloy on the Jag a bill in excess of £100 to rectify that particular issue. I think your new long termer might be an Alfa.

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  6. @solentbum Avatar
    @solentbum

    For info:- You can easily report potholes online to the Road Authority. There is a simple process to give position and details, etc. So far three of the reports I have filed have been repaired.
    AS for the car, its the size that most people drive in real life, and has the range to do it.
    It would have been nice to see the rear seat access, I bet it is far easier than the silly electric seats in the defender that you had.

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  7. @DM-MayBee Avatar
    @DM-MayBee

    Oh Pete, Oh Pete …… !! Not sure if I should cry or clap. Good effort and a cunning plan to keep the car off the road for a few weeks. As a big and loyal fan and supporter of the channel, I must admit, it was like watching Joe Marler trying to sidestep the entire French pack and getting …… !!!! Onwards and Upwards PP

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  8. @gtsussex3467 Avatar
    @gtsussex3467

    Feel your pain Pete. Did both nearside tyres and wheels in the Mini. Ended up with two new wheels and four new tyres (two fronts were knackered anyway). Fitted 2 weeks ago and yup, did OSF tyre last week with a mark on my new alloy… Far less stressful just driving the Defender instead!

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  9. @greenyrog Avatar
    @greenyrog

    Nice to see an “average car” reviewed, where I live, Sedbergh Kendal area, traffic rarely seems to get above 40mph, so quick cars are a little pointless. I have an Astra 1.4 sri, ok at most things without being great.

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  10. @johnhutchinson635 Avatar
    @johnhutchinson635

    Driven numerous Vauxhalls over the past 30yrs, all been fairly reliable and affordable but was honestly shocked when I looked to see the list price, £43k for an Astra! I know car prices have gone up but it’s an Astra, aren’t they meant to be reasonably priced cars? Update, the petrol 1.2 auto is £34.5k which I guess is better but still a lot. Also, for the money there seemed to be a lot of average looking black plastic on the interior, maybe it’s the camera not doing it justice?

    I can honestly say with a typical budget of £30k when I buy a car (I don’t like the idea of a lease), I will stick with buying an 18month old petrol car with an list of less than £40k to avoid the higher road tax, I realise a time will come when that may not be an option 😞

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    1. @al1356 Avatar
      @al1356

      Imagine driving that car around and having to pay the premium tax on it for 4 years. No chance

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  11. @ma40 Avatar
    @ma40

    It wouldn’t be my first choice, but at least they’ve had the courage to make a modern EV estate version of the Astra. It’s definitely refreshing change from all the SUVs coming to market.

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  12. @martinlaver4707 Avatar
    @martinlaver4707

    Interesting video. The point has been made before, quite rightly I think, that only professional car testers will ever notice or care that the fittings are the same across group brands.

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  13. @willayling2379 Avatar
    @willayling2379

    Hi Pete, great video as always! Just one thing, could you for the EV reviews give your average mi/kwh.
    Then, that allows us to extrapolate with the usable battery capacity to get a true range figure.
    The old guess-o-meters aren’t exactly trustworthy…

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  14. @nonamenameless5495 Avatar
    @nonamenameless5495

    I m glad that Opel (Vauxhall) went for the new (retro) design, esp at the front, in terms of proportions – at the wheel arches- it doesn t seem quite right but it s a massive improvement, one that puts them back on the map for me at least. I happened to get a few Opels as rental cars over the past years and the one thing that actually really strikes me no matter what model I got: every time I think, “oh I really like those seats” and I love that they didn t go all out on the touchscreen mania. Meanwhile, when I get asked if I wanted a Golf 8 vs “whatever other car model”, you can be sure I pick the other one except if it s a Tesla…that s the one that s even more horrific in terms of usability…let alone its atrocious build quality/ materials.

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  15. @tomashley5869 Avatar
    @tomashley5869

    It’s a nice-looking car, Pete, far nicer than previous models. Hatchbacks are great cars, even though most people choose SUVs these days. Agree that it is a shame too many parts are shared within the group. However, as I’ve mentioned before, it seems hybrids make the most sense when you cannot charge at home. Love your videos, but you know that. 😊
    Cheers, Tom

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  16. @peterclark8327 Avatar
    @peterclark8327

    Great video as always but at over £43k that’s more than a new Tesla RWD Model 3. I don’t think they’re sell many at £43k. Probably £33k is nearer where it should be for this car. Also whilst you said the car was showing a range of circa 250 miles, it’s a shame you weren’t able to test that due to the punctures. Looking forward to seeing what the next long termer is. New Range Rover!??🙂

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    1. @Lewis_Standing Avatar
      @Lewis_Standing

      They are going for about that on auto trader, just filter for astra electric and there’s 20 test drive models up for grabs at 35k or so

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  17. @timphillips4147 Avatar
    @timphillips4147

    I left Vauxhall after some 27 years to go to Kia. Main reasons, Peague took over and discontinued the Astra GTC Limited edition. I’m glad I Left for the reason you point out Pete, saminess of the Stellantis group and their group models.

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  18. @chasf3433 Avatar
    @chasf3433

    Nice, car but why the huge wheels and Ultra low tyres on a low powered family hatch. Smaller wheels and more sensible profile tyres should improve range and ride quality, lower road noise and reduce punctures and wheel damage.

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  19. @ipb1966 Avatar
    @ipb1966

    I also hit a water filled pothole. Caused £3k of suspension damage. Council paid.

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  20. @jasonshaw1628 Avatar
    @jasonshaw1628

    Great video as always Pete. Hopefully, your bad luck with the punctures is behind you. Take care

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