The new Vauxhall Astra VXR is finally upon us.
Based on the Astra 3 door GTC chassis the VXR will come with a 2.o litre turbo-charged petrol engine producing 280 bhp. Official performance speeds haven’t yet been announced, bar from the 155 mph limited top speed, but it should be easily capable of 0-60 mph in less than 6 seconds.
To work in conjunction with the HiPerStrut (High Performance Strut) that is standard on the GTC, Vauxhall have included a mechanical limited slip differential on the front wheels. Working together these should enhanced lateral grip and tension.
Due to modified Brembo brakes and Vauxhall’s FlexRide system, inside the cockpit of the new Astra VXR there will be two nice buttons to play with: the Sport button and the VXR button which both adjust the dampers, throttle and steering.
Outside there will be twin exhaust pipes, side skirts and an aerodynamic roof spoiler.
The most powerful production Astra ever will arrive sometime in 2012 and prices will be announced it due course.
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