Opel Astra 2011

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With its sporty good looks, comfortable driving experience, innovative technology, and a full fuel-efficient powertrain line-up, the new Opel Astra is set to energize Europe's compact car segment by making a bold statement in Frankfurt at the 2009 IAA as a five-door hatchback. Grounded in tradition that began with the first Opel Kadett back in 1936, the Opel Astra has consistently dominated the top-three list of Europe's best-selling compacts for decades - a segment which accounts for 27 percent of the total car market, and Opel Astra sales make up nearly a third of all Opel/Vauxhall purchases, averaging over 500,000 units per year. The new Opel Astra brings many comfort and safety features to the compact class from the upper segment - most were introduced by the Opel Insignia to the midsize class. Exceptional technologies like an all-new mechatronic chassis, the most advanced lighting system, a front camera that recognizes traffic signs, and seats with the best ergonomics will be available on the new model. 'The new Astra raises the standard in the compact class with exciting design, dynamic driving, and great practical features,' says Alain Visser, Vice President Sales, Marketing & Aftersales Opel/Vauxhall. 'It shows that we at Opel build automobiles that speak to one's emotions and are loaded with German engineering excellence.'