Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer estate 2016 pictures

The Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer is a mid-size estate that’s good to drive and great value

The Astra Sports Tourer looks as good as it drives

The Astra has plenty of grip in corners

The Astra is a great all-rounder: smooth riding but agile, too

Good though it is, the Astra Sports Tourer could suffer steep depreciation

There’s a huge range of petrol and diesel engines on offer

The 108bhp 1.6 diesel is the most economical version of the Astra Sports Tourer

The 104bhp 1.0-litre is the most efficient petrol engine

Servicing is every year or 20,000 miles, which should help keep running costs down

The Astra Sports Tourer’s interior puts rivals' to shame

There’s plenty of legroom in the rear of the Sports Tourer

The boot isn't the largest in the class, but it’s very well shaped

The rear seats are split 40:20:40 and fold almost flat

An adjustable dividing net keeps loads secure in the boot

Vauxhall’s On Star provides valuable assistance features

Some versions have automatic headlights, but all have air-conditioning and a DAB digital radio

The Astra Sports Tourer is undoubtedly a stylish-looking car