What kind of car is the 2008 Saturn Astra?
The 2008 Saturn Astra is a compact car offered as a two-door or four-door hatchback. The four-door comes in a base XE or sportier XR trim level, while the two-door is XR only.
What kind of transmission does a Saturn Astra have?
Our Saturn Astra is available only as a hatchback—three or five doors—with one engine, a 138-hp, 1.8-liter Ecotec four, and a choice of a five-speed manual or optional four-speed automatic transmission.
What are the features of a Saturn Astra XE?
The Astra XE comes standard with 16-inch steel wheels, cruise control, rain-sensing wipers, a CD player, a trip computer, a tilt/telescoping steering wheel and full power accessories. The XR adds alloy wheels, air-conditioning, steering-wheel-mounted audio controls, air-conditioning and an upgraded audio system.
What’s the difference between a Mazda 3 and a Astra?
There are two hatchback body styles, a four-door and a sharper-looking two-door. Compared to a Mazda 3 hatchback, one of the more established models in the small car segment, the four-door Astra is about 6 inches shorter. There’s only one engine available for now, a 1.8-liter four-cylinder making 140 horsepower.
What was the price of a 2008 Saturn Astra?
Price new: $13,500 – bought winter 08 when the economony blew up and GM was giving cars away. The car was made in Belgium, with German parts and an Aisin (Japanese) transmission. So unlike other Saturn/Opels the car thankfully wasn’t Americanized with things like overly spongy suspensions.
How big is the engine on a Saturn Astra?
Compared to a Mazda 3 hatchback, one of the more established models in the small car segment, the four-door Astra is about 6 inches shorter. There’s only one engine available for now, a 1.8-liter four-cylinder making 140 horsepower. (It’s likely that Saturn will debut a more powerful Red Line version in the next year or two.)
Is the Saturn Astra a good car to drive?
If Saturn had sold more cars like this they would still be around. Get comments from people asking what car that is, they love styling. Very firm fun car to drive. I live in Colorado and is great in snow. Have had no problems what so ever with vehicle. Dashboard controls a little hard to figure out as they are European based but not an major issue.
What’s the difference between two and four door Saturn Astra?
The two-door Astra XR is similar to the four-door but also comes with 17-inch alloy wheels, sport front seats, a sport-tuned suspension and a quicker steering ratio. These performance upgrades are optional for the four-door XR.
For this year, a key addition is the all-new 2008 Saturn Astra. The Astra replaces the Ion, an unloved small sedan and coupe that, if nothing else, confirmed parent company General Motors’ inability to build a really good small car.
The two-door Astra XR is similar to the four-door but also comes with 17-inch alloy wheels, sport front seats, a sport-tuned suspension and a quicker steering ratio. These performance upgrades are optional for the four-door XR.
Where does the new Saturn Astra come from?
The Astra replaces the Ion, an unloved small sedan and coupe that, if nothing else, confirmed parent company General Motors’ inability to build a really good small car. Unlike the U.S.-built Ion, the Astra is an import, coming directly from the factory in Belgium via GM’s German-based Opel brand.
What are the problems with a 2008 Saturn Astra?
Also when putting in gear slips out from drive to 2nd from reverse to neutral. The contact owns a 2008 Saturn Astra. The contact stated that while driving at 25 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact activated the emergency brake in order to stop the vehicle.
Why is my Saturn Astra not accelerating at 15 mph?
Misfires in 4th cylinder cause car to jerk and heave at highway speeds and run rough also fuel in plugs. The contact owns a 2008 Saturn Astra. While driving 15 mph, the vehicle did not accelerate when the accelerator pedal was depressed.
How do you adjust the driver’s seat in a Saturn Astra?
Adjust the driver’s seat only when the vehicle is not moving. To move a manual seat forward or rearward: 1. Lift the bar to unlock the seat. 2. Slide the seat to the desired position and release the bar. Try to move the seat with your body to be sure the seat is locked in place. Seat Height Adjuster
Is the Saturn Astra a trademark of General Motors?
SATURN and the SATURN Emblem are registered trademarks, and the name ASTRA is a trademark of Saturn Corporation. GENERAL MOTORS and GM are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. Saturn reserves the right to make changes after that time without further notice.
From the L.A. Auto Show, Cars.com’s Joe Wiesenfelder walks you through the 2008 Saturn Astra. Saturn’s new Astra hatchback delivers a distinctly European driving experience.
Is there a 4 door version of the Saturn Astra?
The XR trim is the only version of the two-door Astra, so if you don’t want the sport suspension you have to choose a four-door. Even though the suspension communicates every bump and hole in the road to the cabin, the Astra didn’t suffer from any squeaks or rattles.
What kind of gas mileage does a Saturn Astra get?
The benefit, however, is better gas mileage — 24/30 mpg with the automatic transmission and 24/32 mpg with the manual — than two of its turbocharged rivals, the GTI and Volvo C30. The automatic transmission, though, hampers performance; it occasionally feels a little out of sync with the engine in terms of when it should change gears.
The Astra XE comes standard with 16-inch steel wheels, cruise control, rain-sensing wipers, a CD player, a trip computer, a tilt/telescoping steering wheel and full power accessories. The XR adds alloy wheels, air-conditioning, steering-wheel-mounted audio controls, air-conditioning and an upgraded audio system.
For this year, a key addition is the all-new 2008 Saturn Astra. The Astra replaces the Ion, an unloved small sedan and coupe that, if nothing else, confirmed parent company General Motors’ inability to build a really good small car.
The XR trim is the only version of the two-door Astra, so if you don’t want the sport suspension you have to choose a four-door. Even though the suspension communicates every bump and hole in the road to the cabin, the Astra didn’t suffer from any squeaks or rattles.
The benefit, however, is better gas mileage — 24/30 mpg with the automatic transmission and 24/32 mpg with the manual — than two of its turbocharged rivals, the GTI and Volvo C30. The automatic transmission, though, hampers performance; it occasionally feels a little out of sync with the engine in terms of when it should change gears.
From the L.A. Auto Show, Cars.com’s Joe Wiesenfelder walks you through the 2008 Saturn Astra. Saturn’s new Astra hatchback delivers a distinctly European driving experience.
What’s the difference between the Saturn Astra XR and 4 door?
What’s likely to catch shoppers’ eyes first is the two-door Astra XR’s styling. It’s much sleeker than the four-door hatchback, which is covered in a separate review, and features tapered side windows that increase the car’s sportiness. The two-door’s height is also a little shorter than the four-door’s.
What kind of suspension does a Saturn Astra have?
This, combined with the coupe’s long side doors, makes the car look longer and less boxy, even though the two- and four-doors are the same length. The two-door Astra XR has a sport suspension, and it gives the Astra the ability to hold its own with a Volkswagen GTI in terms of cornering performance.
Is the cabin in a Saturn Astra good?
The Astra’s cabin is a bit of a mixed bag. While overall material quality and detailing is pretty good, the European controls and interfaces won’t be familiar to most U.S. buyers. A number of buttons include symbols that, even after looking at them for a few minutes, aren’t understandable.
The Astra replaces the Ion, an unloved small sedan and coupe that, if nothing else, confirmed parent company General Motors’ inability to build a really good small car. Unlike the U.S.-built Ion, the Astra is an import, coming directly from the factory in Belgium via GM’s German-based Opel brand.
What kind of car is the Astra hatchback?
Saturn’s new Astra hatchback delivers a distinctly European driving experience. If you’re familiar with this Saturn’s origins — it’s a product of GM’s Opel brand in Europe — that probably won’t come as a surprise to you, but it sure might to a number of Saturn buyers who come strolling into a dealership for a test drive.
This, combined with the coupe’s long side doors, makes the car look longer and less boxy, even though the two- and four-doors are the same length. The two-door Astra XR has a sport suspension, and it gives the Astra the ability to hold its own with a Volkswagen GTI in terms of cornering performance.
What’s the price of a 2008 Saturn Astra?
The 2008 Saturn Astra XE’s Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) starts around $16,000, while the XR four-door starts closer to $17,500.
What kind of car is the Saturn Astra?
The Saturn Astra is actually a German designed Opel Astra whose looks have held up over time. If you are looking for an inexpensive, yet a bit quirky but sporty attractive vehicle, consider the XR Hatchback. Great features. Great drving in clear weather. I have had nothing but problem from the day I bought this car 2 years ago.
Saturn’s new Astra hatchback delivers a distinctly European driving experience. If you’re familiar with this Saturn’s origins — it’s a product of GM’s Opel brand in Europe — that probably won’t come as a surprise to you, but it sure might to a number of Saturn buyers who come strolling into a dealership for a test drive.
Do you need a new key for a Saturn Aura?
This is important so the locksmith can check if he or she has the right key blank/ transponder key/ remote key fob. Furthermore, remember to ask if the key needs to be programmed or coded, some models do – e.g., a replacement key for 2008 Saturn Aura will need to be programmed, whereas a 1996 Saturn SC won’t.
Where do I go to replace my Saturn key?
Choose your Saturn model (from the drop-down menu) and the type of key you had for a more accurate price and information. In addition, it depends where you get a key replacement. The dealer, automotive locksmith or get it online. Click here to get a more detailed explanation.
Where can I get a new Saturn key?
An automotive locksmith for Saturn keys replacement can do that on-site. Alternatively, you can contact the dealer, but the car will have to be towed there. Fob car key – Fob remote “push to start” car key: Usually looks like some sort of remote.
What kind of steering does a Saturn Astra have?
As one would expect of a European transplant, the Astra’s steering is firm with good on-center feel and the handling is sporty with excellent stability. Equipped with 18-inch wheels, 14:1 close-ratio power steering and sport suspension, this is especially true of the two-door model.
How much does a Saturn Astra XR cost?
Our Salsa Red five-door Saturn Astra XR came equipped with 17-inch wheels, leather seating surfaces and an enormous dual-panel sunroof that brought the price tag to $21,955.
The Astra has been a very popular nameplate for Opel (and its British sister, Vauxhall) in Europe, and the current-generation model, which has been on sale since 2004, is the car Saturn will be getting with only minimal changes. There are two hatchback body styles, a four-door and a sharper-looking two-door.
When did I buy my first Saturn Astra?
In 2008 I got my first car straight off the ship from Belgium with 12 miles on her. Eight years she was reliable and mostly unique. No-one knew anything about this car. The lack of finding parts for it was a huge setback for me. It was made for one year. It had many features that you won’t find on the road anywhere else.