Vauxhall (Stellantis UK) Astra Electric
Compact electric hatchback · 4W · Launched 2023
GBP 32,460 - 39,995 (UK market)
≈ ₹34.00 L (Indian market)
Indicative price · verify with manufacturer
Range
416 km
Battery
54 kWh
Top speed
170 km/h
Charge
8 hr
Power
156 bhp
Seats
5
Available colors
Overview
Vauxhall's UK version of the Opel Astra Electric. Launched in 2023 — not officially sold globally. GBP 32,460 starting. 258 mi (416 km) WLTP range on Long Range. Same Stellantis e-CMP2 platform as Peugeot e-308. Sports Tourer estate adds practicality.
Best for
UK buyers wanting a familiar mass-market hatchback nameplate with EV drivetrain
Pros & cons
+Pros
- Vauxhall UK heritage with Stellantis EV engineering
- 258 mi range on Long Range pack
- Sports Tourer estate body style
- Vauxhall service network nationwide UK
−Cons
- Not sold globally
- 100 kW DC charging trails competition
- 352 L boot modest
- Plug-in via type-2 only (no NACS)
Key features
Safety features
Known issues & how ev.care helps
Important: These issues were reported in earlier production batches and have largely been addressed by Vauxhall (Stellantis UK) in newer models through OTA updates and manufacturing improvements. If you experience any of these, ev.care's certified technicians can diagnose and resolve them — often in a single visit.
Early MY2023 charge port flap motor failures (TSB)
Reported in earlier models — Vauxhall (Stellantis UK) has released fixes for newer batches.
Real-world range 15-20% below rated figure
Reported in earlier models — Vauxhall (Stellantis UK) has released fixes for newer batches.
Suspension feels firm on broken tier-2 roads
Reported in earlier models — Vauxhall (Stellantis UK) has released fixes for newer batches.
12V aux battery drain if parked 3+ weeks
Reported in earlier models — Vauxhall (Stellantis UK) has released fixes for newer batches.
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Buying the Vauxhall (Stellantis UK) Astra Electric in United Kingdom
- 1Range: the 259 miles figure quoted in United Kingdom is on the WLTP test cycle. WLTP is closer to real life than older tests but still ~10–20% optimistic on the motorway in winter.
- 2Charging: a 54 kWh pack refills overnight on a 7 kW home wallbox; on the road you'll use CCS (DC rapid) and Type 2 (AC); home wallbox plus the public rapid network — this model does 10-80% in 30 min (100 kW DC).
- 3Incentives: The Electric Car Grant (launched July 2025) gives up to £3,750 off eligible new EVs priced at or below £37,000, applied at the point of sale. Company-car drivers save further via salary-sacrifice and low Benefit-in-Kind (BiK) tax. Note EVs began paying VED (road tax) from April 2025.
- 4Climate: Cold, damp winters trim range and slow rapid charging — pre-condition the battery before a rapid stop.
- 5Fit: the Vauxhall (Stellantis UK) Astra Electric is well-suited to town and commuter driving — plan a rapid-charge stop for longer motorway journeys.
The Vauxhall (Stellantis UK) Astra Electric for United Kingdom buyers
What this electric car means in United Kingdom — range on the WLTP standard, local incentives, charging, and the things petrol-car switchers ask about most.
Range in United Kingdom
The Vauxhall (Stellantis UK) Astra Electric is rated at 259 miles on the WLTP test cycle. WLTP is closer to real life than older tests but still ~10–20% optimistic on the motorway in winter.
Charging
Plan around CCS (DC rapid) and Type 2 (AC); home wallbox plus the public rapid network. The 54 kWh pack means a home overnight charge covers most weekly driving, with DC fast charging for longer trips.
Incentives & running costs
The Electric Car Grant (launched July 2025) gives up to £3,750 off eligible new EVs priced at or below £37,000, applied at the point of sale. Company-car drivers save further via salary-sacrifice and low Benefit-in-Kind (BiK) tax. Note EVs began paying VED (road tax) from April 2025.
Climate & real-world range
Cold, damp winters trim range and slow rapid charging — pre-condition the battery before a rapid stop.
Incentive and tax rules change often — figures above are a 2026 guide; confirm current United Kingdom eligibility before purchase.
All specifications
Battery & charging+
| Battery capacity | 54 kWh |
|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 416 km |
| Charge time (0-100%) | 8 hours |
| Fast charge | 10-80% in 30 min (100 kW DC) |
| Battery warranty | 8 years / 1,60,000 km |
| Battery repurchase | No |
Performance+
| Top speed | 170 km/h |
|---|---|
| Power | 156 bhp |
| Torque | 270 Nm |
| Motor type | PMSM |
| Drive type | FWD |
Dimensions+
| Kerb weight | 1680 kg |
|---|---|
| Ground clearance | 165 mm |
| Boot space | 352 litres |
| Seating | 5 seats |
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Vauxhall (Stellantis UK) Astra Electric
GBP 32,460 - 39,995 (UK market)
Bottom line
The Vauxhall (Stellantis UK) Astra Electric scores 7.6/10 overall. Best suited for: UK buyers wanting a familiar mass-market hatchback nameplate with EV drivetrain. Key strength: vauxhall uk heritage with stellantis ev engineering. Main consideration: not sold globally.
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