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The Vauxhall Astra Electric is a fully electric hatchback with 5 seats. In our October 2026 check, UK guide prices ran at £28,495, with a real-world range of about 205 to 210 miles (official WLTP 277 to 282 miles) and a 55 kWh usable battery. All versions are on the Electric Car Grant list, in Band 2 (£1,500).

Vauxhall Astra Electric versions and prices

Guide prices checked October 2026 and may already include the Electric Car Grant. Real-world range is EV Database's typical estimate; the official WLTP figure is higher. Always confirm the price with the seller.

Charging

The Vauxhall Astra Electric 58 kWh can rapid charge at up to 100 kW. That peak only lasts part of a session: averaged from 10% to 80%, it is about 75 kW, about 33 minutes on a fast enough charger.

At home it accepts up to 11 kW on AC. On a typical 7 kW wallbox, a full charge from empty takes roughly 8 hours for the largest battery; most top-ups take far less. Its CCS plug is on the right side, rear. See charging times, smart EV tariffs and chargers near me.

Real-world range

For the Vauxhall Astra Electric 58 kWh, EV Database estimates these ranges. Cold means about −10°C with the heating on; mild means about 23°C; motorway means a steady 70 mph.

Heat pump: standard. One-stop motorway range with a 15-minute charge: about 224 miles. Try the range reality check or the range map for your own driving.

Running costs

At 10,000 miles a year, charging 80% at home on a smart tariff at 7.6p per kWh and 20% on rapid chargers at 79p, the Vauxhall Astra Electric 58 kWh would use about 2,895 kWh and cost about £633 a year to charge (6.3p a mile). Vehicle tax: £10 in the first year, then £200 a year. From April 2028 the pay-per-mile charge (eVED) is due to add 3p a mile, about £300 a year at 10,000 miles.

Work out the five-year cost against petrol

Battery, warranty and features

Battery chemistry: NMC (named by EV Database or another published source). EV Database lists the battery warranty as 8 years or 100,000 miles; check the terms and capacity threshold for your car.

• Heat pump: Standard
• Vehicle-to-load (V2L): Yes, up to 3.5 kW
• Vehicle-to-grid: No
• Plug & Charge supported
• Battery architecture: 400 V
• Power: 154 hp, 0–62 mph in 9.3 s

See battery types explained and how long EV batteries last.

Space, size and towing

It has 5 seats and a boot of about 352 litres (1,268 litres with the seats folded). It is 4.37 m long, 1.86 m wide (2.06 m with mirrors) and 1.49 m tall, and weighs about 1,733 kg. No towing rating is listed in our data: assume it should not tow until the manufacturer confirms.

Electric Car Grant

All versions are on the Electric Car Grant list, in Band 2 (£1,500). The seller applies the grant as a discount. Confirm the exact version and price before you order. See the Electric Car Grant and EV tax.

Reliability

Reliability scores come from the Warrantywise Reliability Index, which uses data from used cars, so many new models do not have a score yet. See the Vauxhall page and the Index explained.

Rivals

Head to head: Vauxhall Astra Electric vs Nissan Leaf · Vauxhall Astra Electric vs GAC Aion UT

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Vauxhall Astra Electric cost in the UK?

In our October 2026 check, UK guide prices for the Vauxhall Astra Electric were £28,495. Prices change often and may include the Electric Car Grant, so confirm with the seller.

What is the real-world range of the Vauxhall Astra Electric?

EV Database's typical real-world estimate is about 205 to 210 miles, depending on the version (official WLTP 277 to 282 miles). In cold weather at motorway speeds expect around 145 to 150 miles.

How long does the Vauxhall Astra Electric take to charge?

It can rapid charge at up to 100 kW, which takes it from 10% to 80% in about 33 minutes on a fast enough charger. On a 7 kW home charger a full charge from empty takes roughly 8 hours.

How efficient is the Vauxhall Astra Electric?

EV Database estimates about 3.7 to 3.8 miles per kWh in typical driving. At 7.6p per kWh off-peak, that is roughly 2.2 pence a mile charged at home.

Does the Vauxhall Astra Electric have a heat pump?

Yes, a heat pump is standard in our data, which helps winter range.

Is the Vauxhall Astra Electric eligible for the Electric Car Grant?

All versions are on the Electric Car Grant list, in Band 2 (£1,500). The eligible list changes, so check GOV.UK and confirm with the dealer.

Figures compiled October 2026 from published UK sources, mainly EV Database UK, and are approximate (how we compile them). Page reviewed 2026-10-16. See our sources. General information, not financial, legal or technical advice.

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