New engine for Astra GTC

31 Posted: 31st Jan 2014
New engine for Astra GTC
  • The Astra GTC is now available with a 197bhp 1.6-litre engine. The four-cylinder, direct-injection petrol engine is the same unit used in the Cascada convertible, with torque of 221lb/ft. When equipped with the new engine option, the Astra GTC becomes the most powerful non-VXR model in the Astra range. The top speed is 143mph and 0-60mph is reached in 7.3 seconds. Engineering improvements reduce noise, vibrations and harshness and twin balancer shafts deliver smoother running. Power and torque have increased by up to 30 per cent over the outgoing turbocharged 1.6-litre Astra GTC, while economy and emissions figures have reduced to 51mpg and 154g/km respectively. Vauxhall is also adding its Intellilink infotainment system to the Astra GTC range, priced from £855. Satellite navigation and Bluetooth audio functions feature on a seven-inch touchscreen display. The 1.6-litre Astra GTC is available to order now, with prices starting at £20,995 and with deliveries expected in the spring. (Link: Auto Express, 8 January)
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