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The new 2010 Opel Astra, unveiled at Frankfurt is a 5-door hatchback, that goes by the name of Vauxhall Astra in the UK. The engine choices for the new Opel Astra are a 1.4 petrol turbo that outputs 88kW (120hp) or a 1.6 turbo — same one from the Insignia — that sports 132kW (180hp). On the inside it boasts a sweeping center stack and red accent lighting to provide an upscale look and feel. It also features arrowhead jewelry in the light clusters, an emergency brake switch instead of a manual pull handle and under the floor storage. On sale in Europe starting this fall, the new Opel Astra is expected to be a hot ticket at a cool price. We’re in for one!