Opel Astra 1998–2004 car dimensions: 4111 mm long, 1709 mm wide and 1425 mm high. Braked towing is 1,300 kg.
The cabin has air conditioning as an option or standard on some grades, with automatic climate control available later in the run on higher trims. Cruise control is an option on most engines. Higher grades add a multi-info display, electric windows and mirrors. No advanced electronic driver aids appear in the equipment lists.
Boot holds 370 litres with seats up and opens to 1180 litres seats down. Split-fold rear seats are standard.
Braked towing reaches 1300 kg on many engines, with unbraked around 600 kg. exact figures depend on the powertrain. Payload sits near 500 kg on typical versions. A detachable towbar is available as an option. Sport and OPC grades offer firmer suspension for more loaded or dynamic use.
The cabin feels roomy for its class with solid knee room in the rear and a 370-litre boot that expands via the split-folding rear seats. Front seats are ergonomic and AGR-certified for long-trip support, with height adjustment on the driver seat. Climate is manual as base with air conditioning optional or standard on higher grades. a glass sliding sunroof and heated front seats are available as options.
Fuel tank capacity 52 litres.
Service interval every 15 000 km or once a year.
Euro NCAP four stars.
Standard safety: four airbags, ABS, pedal-release system, immobiliser.
Fuel use depends on the engine chosen. The 1.2 petrol returns a combined figure of 6.1 l/100 km while larger petrol and diesel units sit higher. The 52-litre tank gives a practical range for daily and longer trips.
Routine servicing is set at 15 000 km or yearly, covering oil and filter changes plus basic checks. Timing-belt replacement intervals vary by engine and sit in the 60 000–90 000 km range on many units.
Crash protection scored four stars in the Euro NCAP test. Europe-market cars come with four airbags, ABS and the patented pedal-release system that frees the pedals in a severe frontal impact to cut foot and leg injury risk. Traction control and side airbags appear on higher grades or as options.
The body is fully galvanised with a 12-year rust-through warranty. Regular services keep the car reliable. early cars need careful timing-belt attention and the usual checks on suspension and electrics keep ownership straightforward.
Length 4111 mm, Width 1709 mm, Height 1425 mm, Wheelbase 2606 mm (Astra 1998–2004)
Sources: manufacturer data, Opel/GM Media product sheet “Opel Astra G”, Production period printed as 1998–2004, with continued Astra Classic production in Gliwice noted and not dated, Kerb weight is only the range above.