2005-2010 Holden Astra review
In 1998, the Astra was replaced with a German-sourced version. Known as the Holden TS Astra, it was equipped with either a 1.6, 1.8 or a 2.2 16V petrol engine and was offered in a City, CD, CDXi, the SXi and the SRi specifications. The SRi was three-door hatchback only, and the standard Astra was only available with a 1.6 litre 16-valve engine.The curves of the original body were retained, though it was softer in design, and not as sharp as the South American counterpart.The TS Astra model change followed that of the Opel Astra G range, including the sedan hatchback and convertible.In 2003, a 2.0 litre Turbo engine became available. The standard Astra was only available with a 1.6 litre 16-valve engine, and lived on until 2005 as the Holden Astra Classic, alongside the new model.