Opel Astra or Kia Rio - which is better? Comparison of Opel Astra and Kia Ceed cars in the Opel Astra hatchback body

There will be another client) Koreans, nothing.
I’ll tell the author that I drove 55,000 from scratch in 2008, sold at 10, 1 license plate light was changed, the Shumka is good for this class, and even if you take the unused version with 1.8 for this money, then my choice is definitely in favor of the Astra. And then ride around and feel for what’s closer. Both can please you with their reliability or frustrate you. It's good to look at and has an element of luck)

but I took something fresh this year.
But again, I have a restyling, for 320 you can get a pre-restyling from 2007-2008. By the way, there are very few differences in the interior and externally, a couple of improvements, a “facelift” so to speak. I’m driving now and I’m happy) I went to Astra, I didn’t like the interior at all. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/mellow.gif) boring torpedo.

What stupidity... On the restyled seats from the 10th year there is only a panel of the “new” type, a beautiful visual, the face has been changed to an amateurish one, the diodes stick out from behind, but in fact there is nothing new, the cheap Korean was - cheap and remains, and this cheapness shines through everywhere , especially when you're driving. Astra is also not for millionaires, but somehow it doesn’t give off the same cheap feel, it drives more collectedly, the slotted spoon is a cut above Sid, well, the design here and there is not for everyone, but for this money choosing a design is a thankless task!!!

Opel astra H (2006-2008)
IMHO the car is outdated compared to the Kia Seed. And it consumes a lot of gasoline (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)

I wonder what?
That on the Ashka there is a six-speed for any engine, but on the Seat only for 2l.
That on Opel the rear discs are ventilated on the seats, they are not
Why does the Astra have 5-6 full-fledged CAN modules that can be programmed (finishing glass, light packages, etc.) and there is only one motor on the seat?

There are no diodes on the back!

So if you don’t know the car, it’s better not to say)

have you ridden in it?) where does the cheapness shine through?))
10 airbags, a soft dashboard and soft plastic on the door trims, is this also cheap?)
There are no diodes on the back!
The supervision panel was available only on prestige trim levels.
So if you don’t know the car, it’s better not to say)

drive it for a ride and in a couple of months you will begin to evaluate the car more soberly

A relative of the Astra N has a mileage of more than 140,000 km. 1.6 manual, petrol, very simple kit. He drives, knows no troubles. When he bought it, everyone dissuaded him. In the end, he has no regrets.

I went to Sidah and didn’t like it at all. No noise in my opinion, but externally and internally nothing. At least Astra has something of this angular design. But, as they say, taste and color...

I would look for the Astra N in the cosmo package.

I can’t say anything about Astra - I don’t know her. But as the previous owner of Sid nimble33 I vote for Sid))
I only have good impressions about the car. And the Koreans have good equipment, the quality of finishing materials and goodies is much greater than that of cars of a similar class...
Well, a big plus for the Koreans is low prices for spare parts (I only had to spend money on consumables). Easy to maintain = cheap service. This is factual. No lyrics.

Hatchbacks, like compact ones, are extremely popular in the European market, and also sell very well in Russia. Buyers have a difficult time choosing such a car, since the range is huge, and almost every automaker is ready to offer their own option.

Judge for yourself how objective the comparison of these two machines can be. The latest generation hatchbacks from Kia and Opel will be presented. The problem is that Kia is officially represented in the Russian Federation, while Opel, due to economic problems, left the Russian market back in 2015.

But the presence of gray dealers, as well as other opportunities to purchase even a brand new Opel Astra in Russia, allows you to compare these two cars and decide which of the two hatchbacks is better.

General information about models

Let's start with the Opel Astra. The current generation is the fifth generation of the European class C, which is often called the golf class. The model officially debuted in 2015 in Frankfurt. Literally immediately after the show, sales started in Europe. For obvious reasons, the new Astra did not reach Russia.

The Opel Astra K is based on the modular D2XX platform. It was also used to create the second generation of Chevrolet Cruze. The design consists of high-strength steel, which made it possible to reduce the weight of the hatchback by 120-200 kilograms compared to its predecessor. There is an independent suspension with MacPherson struts at the front, and a semi-independent beam at the rear. The steering is equipped with an electric booster. The brakes are disc brakes everywhere, and also ventilated in front.

Kia Ceed belongs to the same European C-class. This is a front-wheel drive small hatchback that Kia created specifically for the European market. The car is newer, since its official debut took place in February 2018. The generation change also entailed the use of a simplified name, since previously the car was called Ceed. Plus, new engines have appeared in the car, and the list of modern fillings and up-to-date equipment has expanded significantly.

The third generation of Kia Ceed is created on the front-wheel drive K2 platform, in which the engine is located transversely. It is also worth noting the use of high-strength steel. The front axle has an independent suspension with MacPherson struts, and the rear axle has a multi-link independent design. The rack and pinion steering mechanism is complemented by active electric power steering. All wheels have disc brakes with a ventilation system on the front axle.

The new generation Kia Ceed has a system for selecting auto operating modes. It offers Normal and Sport variants. Thus, the character of the car is adapted according to the driver’s wishes. The behavior of the engine, response and steering wheel changes.

Exterior

The new hatchback from Kia turned out to be whipped up, quite sporty in appearance, elegant and modern. Here the designers used solutions used on the Stinger liftback.

If earlier the Opel Astra was a rather conservative and discreet car, then in the new generation the car has become much brighter. The car can safely be called daring and sporty.

It is impossible to say that one of the cars is more beautiful than the other. Both cars are made with good skill. Designers don't earn their salaries for nothing. Each hatchback has its own army of fans, and good sales statistics are direct confirmation of this.

The fifth generation Astra, despite its size, continues to remain within the European C class. But when compared with the previous generation, the current Astra has noticeably shrunk. As a result, we are dealing with the following dimensions:

length 4370 mm;
width 1809 mm;
height 1485 mm;
wheelbase 2662 mm.

Compared with its predecessor, the current generation Astra has lost 50 mm. in length and became 26 mm. below.

Kia Ceed also turned out to be a fairly compact car. This is expressed in the following parameters:

length 4310 mm;
width 1800 mm;
height 1447 mm;
wheelbase 2650 mm.

And although the fifth Astra has become smaller in comparison with the 4th generation, the new product of the German brand is still superior in overall dimensions to its competitor from the South Korean manufacturer.

It's too early to draw any conclusions. Despite the superiority in size, they still need to be managed correctly. This mainly concerns the interior space and luggage compartment.

Interior and trunks

The interior space of the Kia Ceed can be described as attractive, modern and European. There are no complaints about the quality of finishing and materials used.

The driver has at his disposal a multifunction steering wheel with 3 spokes, a textured rim, and a sporty-designed dashboard. The center console is both solid and laconic. It houses a multimedia system display measuring from 5 to 8 inches, ventilation deflectors, as well as a climate control unit with intuitive controls.

The five-door interior is completed. The plastic is pleasant to the touch, metal inserts, fabric, natural and artificial leather are used in the right proportions.

The Kia Ceed interior is designed for 5 seats, including the driver. In front there are ergonomic seats with pronounced lateral support and a wide range of adjustments. In the back there is also a very good sofa with armrests, designed for 2 passengers. Although landing in the middle will not create much discomfort.

When changing generations, the Opel Astra used a completely new filling and interior design principle. The driver has at his disposal a comfortable three-spoke steering wheel, many control buttons, an analog instrument panel and a color display of the on-board computer. The center console is equipped with a touchscreen multimedia display. This made it possible to significantly reduce the number of conventional buttons. A separate unit was used for climate control. But in the base, the car looks much simpler, since the steering wheel is not multifunctional, and the center console has air conditioning and a regular audio system.

The front seats are ergonomic, comfortable, with good lateral support. They are available with heating, ventilation and a wide range of settings. There is a lot of space in the back, the side seats are heated, the sofa is comfortable and comfortable.

In terms of interior design, preference cannot be given to any of the candidates. Everything is done too well on the Kia Ceed and Opel Astra.

Perhaps an assessment of the luggage compartment will allow us to draw some conclusions in order to choose between an Opel Astra or a Kia Ceed.

The German hatchback offers 370 liters of trunk space in the stowed position. By lowering the second-row backrests, you get a flat floor and cargo capacity increases to 1,210 liters.

The South Korean five-door hatchback has a properly shaped trunk with smooth walls. In normal position, the space is 395 liters. And if you fold the back row, the trunk increases to 1301 liters. Under the raised floor there is a dock and tools.

Despite the superior size of the Astra, the Kia Ceed provides a slightly larger luggage compartment volume. Moreover, this did not negatively affect the space in the back row.

To sum it up, the Kia Ceed wins by a slight margin, and purely due to the trunk.

Motors, gearboxes and their capabilities

Next there will be a comparison between the Opel Astra and Kia Ceed cars, which can hardly be called objective in relation to the Russian market. The whole point is precisely the departure of Opel from the Russian Federation. It is not known what engines would have been offered to Russian consumers had the company remained on the local market.

But since cars are imported without the participation of official dealers, each of the engines available for Astra could potentially be at your disposal.

The fifth generation Opel Astra is sold with a very wide range of engines.

The basic one is a 3-cylinder with a volume of only 1.0 liter, which generates 105 horsepower. Combined with a mechanical or robotic gearbox. Each of them has 5 steps. Acceleration from zero to hundreds takes from 11.2 to 12.7 seconds. And the maximum speed here is 200 km/h. In terms of consumption, an average consumption of about 4.4 liters per 100 km is expected.
Next in the hierarchy is a 1.4-liter naturally-aspirated 4-cylinder engine with 100 horsepower. The transmission is uncontested 5-speed manual. Acceleration to hundreds takes 12.3 seconds. The maximum speed here is 185 kilometers per hour, and the combined fuel consumption is about 5.4 liters per 100 km. ways.
Next comes a 1.4-liter 4-cylinder all-aluminum turbo engine with 125 or 150 horsepower, depending on the degree of boost. The younger version is equipped with a 6-speed manual transmission, and for the 150-horsepower version there is a choice between a 6-speed manual transmission and a 6-speed automatic transmission. With such engines, Astra accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 9.5 and 8.3 seconds, respectively. The maximum speed can reach 205 and 215 kilometers per hour. At the same time, consumption is only 5.1-5.5 liters per 100 km.
There is also a 4-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine. Its volume is 1.6 liters. But there are 3 boost levels at once. They produce 95, 110 and 136 horsepower. Boxes are offered 6-speed manual and 6-speed automatic. Acceleration from zero to 100 km/h takes from 12.7 to 9.6 seconds. The maximum speed can be from 185 to 205 kilometers per hour. Diesel engines consume from 4.6 to 3.5 liters of fuel per 100 km.

High-power engines are also available for Astra. But here we are talking about special configurations, in which the engines generate about 200 horsepower with a volume of only 1.6 liters.

As for the Kia Ceed, there is a specific line of engines intended for the Russian market. Moreover, all engines have 4 cylinders and run on gasoline.

The role of the junior internal combustion engine is assigned to a 1.4-liter naturally aspirated engine with 100 horsepower;

Next comes the MPI engine with a volume of 1.6 liters and an output of 128 horsepower;

A 1.4-liter turbodiesel engine is also offered. It produces 140 horsepower and is considered the top of the line.

All naturally aspirated engines are equipped with a 6-speed manual transmission as standard. But a 6-speed automatic transmission is available as an option for the 128 horsepower engine. The turbodiesel engine is equipped only with a 7-speed robotic gearbox.

Acceleration from zero to hundreds takes from 12.6 to 9.2 seconds. The maximum speed is from 183 to 205 kilometers per hour. In the combined cycle, gasoline engines consume from 7.3 to 6.1 liters of fuel per 100 kilometers traveled.

For the European market, a 1.0-liter turbocharged gasoline engine with an output of 120 horsepower, as well as a 1.6-liter turbodiesel generating 115 and 136 horsepower, depending on the boost, are added to the Kia Ceed engine line.

In technical terms, if you look at engines, gearboxes and their parameters, the Opel Astra may only be slightly ahead of the Kia Ceed. And here we are talking rather only about top-end engines.

Kia Ceed offers in Russia only gasoline internal combustion engines, which by definition cannot demonstrate the same efficiency as diesel power plants. But Astra’s gasoline units also turned out to be slightly more economical with similar power parameters.

If you need a hatchback with a medium-power engine and good fuel consumption, then there is no fundamental difference between Astra and Ceed. You can safely take any of these cars. And those who want to buy a car with an extremely powerful internal combustion engine should look towards Astra. Ceed does not have such engines in its arsenal. Moreover, this is quite logical and rational, since the demand for engines with an output of about 200 horsepower is much lower than for units with a power of 110-140 horsepower.

Security and Manageability

There are no complaints about the quality and efficiency of driving the Kia Ceed and Opel Astra cars. The steering is well thought out and implemented perfectly.

The cars behave well at high speed, corner confidently, and do not create excessive roll. The response to steering inputs is immediate, nothing is delayed or slows down. The vehicles grip the road surface firmly and provide stability even when driving at high speeds.

Hatchback Opel Astra

The security settings are also identical. The cars comply with safety standards, which are extremely stringent in Europe. In Euro NCAP crash tests, both hatchbacks rightly received high scores.

In terms of this component, there is a confident sign of equality between competitors. Both cars received a wide range of active and passive safety systems, all kinds of electronic gadgets and assistants for the driver while driving.

Therefore, it was not possible to compare the Opel Astra and Kia Ceed with each other, identifying one clear favorite, in terms of safety and controllability. They deserve each other. It’s not for nothing that Ceed and Astra show excellent sales statistics in Europe. It is impossible to judge sales in Russia, since only Korean cars are officially sold here.

Options and prices

European sales of the latest generation of the Opel Astra hatchback began in the fall of 2015. It was originally planned that Astra would be sold in Russia from 2016, but then the company’s plans changed, and the brand completely left the local market.

In Germany, the current version of the Opel Astra costs about 20 thousand euros minimum. For more advanced configurations you will have to pay more than 23 thousand. Extreme versions even cost over 25 thousand euros. It will not be difficult to calculate approximately how much such a machine will cost in terms of Russian national currency. This is approximately 1.5 million rubles.

In the case of Kia Ceed cars, everything is much clearer and more transparent than in the situation with Opel Astra cars.

For the Russian market, 6 trim levels are offered. For the basic version you will have to pay at least 950 thousand rubles. It will be a 100 horsepower engine and a 6-speed manual transmission. The car owner will receive:

air conditioner;
light sensor;
power windows on all windows;
heated mirrors;
GLONASS;
audio system with 6 speakers;
15-inch steel wheels, etc.

The Comfort package, which comes second in the hierarchy of equipment, already offers a 128-horsepower engine and a manual transmission. It costs from 980 thousand rubles, and for the machine you will have to pay another 40 thousand rubles.

The top version of the Kia Ceed costs at least 1.5 million rubles. The set of equipment will be fantastic:

LED optics everywhere;
electric sunroof;
blind spot monitoring system;
reverse parking assistant;
adaptive cruise control;
traffic sign recognition system;
automatic braking;
dual-zone climate control;
multimedia center with touch screen;
Rear View Camera;
front and rear parking sensors;
audio system from JBL, etc.

Yes, the Opel Astra also boasts a solid set of equipment. But with approximately the same level of equipment, Astra will cost about 2 million rubles, while the same thing can be obtained in Ceed for 1.5 million.

Despite the absence of official Opel dealers in Russia, we can still confidently say that the German Astra hatchback is more expensive than its South Korean competitor.

Let's sum it up

If you want to buy a car through an official dealer, then the choice between the hatchbacks in question loses its relevance. Here you can only take the Kia Ceed without any alternative.

Abstracting from the Russian market, it is worth noting that the Opel Astra has a stunning appearance, good interior decoration, excellent ergonomics, excellent technical characteristics and a whole host of other advantages.

At the same time, Kia Ceed offers almost everything the same. Yes, in some places the South Korean hatchback is inferior to its competitor, but it also has its advantages over the Astra. The only peculiarity is that the Kia Ceed is cheaper and can be bought in Russia through an official dealer. This removes a number of additional problems caused by the departure of Opel.

The ultra-modern design of the Kia Rio competes with the signature style of the Opel Astra. The German is equipped with innovative equipment, so it is a worthy competitor to its Korean counterpart. Let's consider the ratio of price to quality indicators for both of the above models.

Opel Astra and Kia Rio: unique features

Rio's appearance

When looking at the car from the outside, you can’t help but notice its unique features:

The chrome radiator grille provides the car with a sporty look and special features and promises to “last a long time” due to its excellent anti-corrosion properties;
The headlights look solid due to their large dimensions and black edging. The manufacturer promises eternal service of halogen lamps. Complementing the sporty style are fog lights with clear glass, which improve the modern look of the car;
The dynamism of lines and simplicity of forms allow Rio to correspond to modern style;
The large windshield fits perfectly into the overall design line. It provides a wide viewing angle (74.7 degrees);
Dynamic shapes, sporty looks and the ability to choose one of 9 colors make the car’s style unique and inimitable;
Complementing Kia's signature design are narrow taillights with black bumper surrounds.

Opel Astra - unique appearance features:

Updated stylish design;
Innovative driver assistance systems;
Large headlights with headlight system;
Low and wide chrome grille;
The proportions are close to that of a coupe.

Each model has unique features, so choosing the best option among them is quite difficult. Attractive design is rare for a budget car. The developers of Opel and Kia of the above-described models optimally resolved this issue.

Unique Korean interior aesthetics combined with German classics.

The Kia Rio's interior has a sense of Korean aesthetics. A sports instrument panel, optitron lighting and 3 dial wells are located on the front panel. Comfortable seats are equipped with side bolsters that you can hardly feel under your hands. Minor shortcomings of the Rio interior:

There is no steering wheel reach adjustment;
The on-board computer button is hidden from the driver's view. It can only be found by touch;
Narrow door armrests;
The anti-glare coating of the radio in Rio needs to be better, since in sunny weather it is difficult to read the information on the screen.

Despite the defects, the car has more advantages.

Just look at the folding rear seats, which provide comfortable storage for things.
The trunk capacity of 500 liters is enough to transport most of the family's belongings.

The Opel Astra will delight the car enthusiast with a classic, thoughtful approach to organizing the interior. The combination of German chic with classic shapes creates comfort not only when sitting behind the wheel, but also while driving. The color of the interior is given by chrome inserts made in the “techno” style.

When developing the car, designers paid attention to such elements as convenient localization of controls and storage compartments. The result of the development was a fairly ergonomic interior. Opel Astra is equipped with ergonomic seats. When driving long distances, the driver and passengers do not have back pain thanks to the orthopedic design of the seat, which is adjustable in 6 directions. The lumbar support has 4 fixation points and is ideal not only for thin but also for fat drivers. To ensure comfort when fastened with seat belts, automatic adjustment has been created in 6 directions. The car seat is approved by the medical association "AGR".

Conclusion: it is difficult to choose a better interior design option among the Kia and Opel models under consideration. German classics compete with Korean aesthetics. Each of the interior design styles will find its admirer.

Technical equipment of Kia Rio and Opel Astra in comparison

The technical equipment of the Kia Rio does not add anything special when compared with another Korean model - Solaris. The only new feature of the car is the air conditioning. Such products are not typical for the basic configuration, but the manufacturer is trying to take the car out of the low segment while maintaining an attractive price. Even with the basic configuration, a person will feel comfortable in hot summer weather.

There are no package options in Rio. The manufacturer has created four separate trim levels: Premium Comfort Prestige and Luxe, so that the car enthusiast can choose the right relationship between price and quality. Some models have a Russian adaptation.

Technical equipment of Opel Astra

Considering the technical equipment of the Astra, we can only rejoice at the innovative technologies of the car.

The electric parking brake eliminates the need for mechanical assistance. The automatic system will automatically lock the wheels when parking is required. Additional control systems (“Hill Hold”, “Hill Start Assist”) prevent the vehicle from rolling back.
Climate control Opel Astra is dual-zone. In the front seat, the driver and passenger can select different temperature settings that operate independently of each other. Air recirculation allows for maximum cooling and heating of the glass.

The panoramic sunroof is electrically operated and has a transparent appearance, creating a feeling of open sky above your head. Careful study of the aerodynamics of the external forms of the machine allows us to minimize the noise level due to two-chamber sound insulation and a deflector.

About Opel Astra multimedia systems

The manufacturer has provided default settings for multimedia systems. They independently connect to FM stations and allow you to receive information about traffic jams on Russian roads (for adapted models). The integrated MP-3 player is complemented by a touchscreen entertainment system.

Depending on the cost of the model, consumers are offered CD-300, CD-400 or Navi 900. The latter option is equipped with a 7-inch display and a built-in navigator.

In terms of multimedia organization, Astra is superior to Rio. The Infinity audio system creates crystal sound. It is equipped with 7 channels with a power of 45 W and 8 modern high-power speakers. People with an ear for music appreciate the sound quality.

Review of the luggage compartment of the Opel Astra

The luggage compartment of the car deserves special attention. It is quite spacious due to the “Flex Floor” system. The dimensions of the compartment increase when the rear seatbacks are folded down. At the same time, the size of the trunk increases to 1230 liters (the usual size is 370 liters).

The Flex Floor system allows you to increase or decrease the floor level, which further increases trunk volume. The folded rear seat backs are located in the same horizontal line with the surface of the compartment. This design allows you to transport not only small items. Astra is an excellent vehicle for transporting family luggage and equipment. The car can accommodate a refrigerator, washing machine and other household appliances.

There are 18 places in the car interior for packing things. They are located practically on both the driver's and passengers' sides. It is convenient to store bottles for feeding children in the door trims. A special compartment for storing the driver's belongings. The large glove box, cup holders, rear and front armrests are great places to store personal items.

At the lower rear of the car there is a convenient mount for storing bicycles. The system is called FlexFix. It extends out of the rear bumper and is quite practical.

About the capacity of Kia Rio

For the Kia Rio, everything is quite simple - the size of the luggage compartment is slightly larger than that of the Astra - 500 liters.

Conclusion: in terms of organization of the multimedia system and capacity for storing things, the Astra is significantly superior to the Korean. However, the latest vehicle has advantages in terms of “warm options”. The manufacturer has provided heating for all kinds of objects inside the cabin, which is really extremely useful in the harsh Russian winters. The warm kit is available already in the basic configuration of the vehicle.

Review of Korean and German engines

Kia Rio offers 2 types of 1.6 engines. The equipment is basic and intended for use in city conditions. Clear gearbox switching, sensitive pedals – the functions are sufficient for driving on narrow and “traffic-clogged” city roads.

Drive tests show that the 107-horsepower engine is insufficient when driving on highways. “Getting ahead” with such characteristics is quite difficult. Things are even more difficult with overtaking after 120 km/h. Slow acceleration does not allow you to quickly make a maneuver.

Motors with automatic transmissions have better characteristics. The design allows you to more accurately control the gas and gain an additional 2 seconds on the track when overtaking at a speed of 100 km/h. The model with an automatic transmission accelerates to “hundreds” in 13.7 seconds. Fuel consumption on the highway is about 10 liters. The figure is somewhat high for an engine with similar characteristics.

The Kia Rio passed the rear suspension stability test perfectly. To avoid “extra movements”, the creators of the model replaced the springs with stiffer ones. Disc brakes work reliably, and the traction control system does not annoy the driver with vibration of the brake pedal.

Such features of a budget car are impressive. They are superior to "cheap" properties. Of course, not everything is perfect and the Rio has shortcomings, but they are compensated by the budget model.

What engines are installed on the Opel Astra

The “Germans” are equipped with 3 engines: 1.4 and 1.6 liters with a capacity of 115, 140 and 170 horsepower. All options are good both in quality of work and in initial overclocking. Opel is characterized by the presence of technology to reduce the level of air pollution. The reduction of carbon dioxide emissions is achieved by the Euro 4 standard.

Perfect driving precision is ensured by smooth control, low noise and vibration levels. The wide platform creates stability on the roads. On uneven areas the car behaves stably due to its long wheelbase.

Another technological feature of the car is the “Watt” mechanism of the rear suspension. It is a combination of torsion beam and Watt technology. The mechanism was until recently used in racing cars. It is quite simple in execution. The central part of the beam is located vertically. 2 horizontal rods are fixed to it. When moving, the vertical element rotates along the horizontal beam. The end parts of the stabilizer are attached to the hubs of the rear wheels. The stabilizer compensates for any lateral shock with the opposite side. This increases the stability of the structure. The main advantage of the technology is the creation of a smooth ride by eliminating the lateral movement of the wheels.

The Watt mechanism is included by the manufacturer even in the basic kit and can be combined with all types of motors.

Unique technologies of Opel Astra

Unique design features of the Opel Astra:

The Flex Ride chassis allows you to change the behavior of the vehicle depending on the condition of the roadway. At the touch of a button, the car can behave like a sports car or a family car with maximum driving comfort;
AFL – adaptive headlight technology. In the budget car segment, it is one of the most convenient and practical. The technology automatically adjusts to external atmospheric conditions and provides an optimal level of comfort and passive safety. Lighting adaptation increases road visibility when driving at night;
Cruise control and speed limiter in one combination show high practicality and convenience when driving not only on the highway, but also in an urban environment;
Blind spot monitoring is provided by sensors located in the side mirrors. With the help of such structures, the machine independently monitors the movement of vehicles nearby and gives a warning signal if there are obstacles;
The intelligent parking system provides on-screen instructions to guide the driver into the correct parking position;
The rear view camera of the Opel Astra provides visibility of 130 degrees;
Passive safety is created by a rigid frame, high-strength steel, and parts with calculated crushing trajectories. When driving at high speed, the likelihood of damage is minimized;

Other safety systems: pre-tensioning seat belts, emergency pedal switch off, curtains, certified security system.

In conclusion, I would like to note that the aster received 16 awards in various categories in 4 months. The car is appreciated by both specialists and ordinary car enthusiasts. You shouldn’t “offend” the Kia Rio either. The car is too good for the budget segment. It is more affordable in price than the Opel Astra. Each option will find its consumer, since the models are versatile both in style and in driving properties.

Both cars have excellent comfortable interiors and high-quality, latest exterior design. The cars are leaders in their class among similar hatchbacks.

These cars belong to the same segment - they are similar hatchbacks. They have approximately the same dimensions, as well as lighting equipment. In today's review we will analyze which car is best suited for our conditions and roads.

The exterior of the Korean model looks harmonious and coherent, there is no aggressiveness in it. The model has expressive lights, a radiator grille in the shape of a “tiger’s mouth” and a larger overhang at the rear. Artists and designers did a good job and successfully built the car in such a way that it now has a good reputation among many motorists of all ages.

As for the Opel Astra, it was developed by high-class specialists, and therefore the exterior is quite attractive and is not inferior to the Kia Ceed. Both cars have excellent handling, fuel economy, aerodynamics and good safety.

Interior of Kia Sid and Opel Astra

The interior decoration of the Korean cabin is made of good materials. The dashboard is made of plastic and the door trim, the steering wheel is adjustable in 2 positions, there are 2 USB ports. The climate system menu is very simple, as is the control of the multimedia system. There is enough space inside, and there is also enough headroom in the back row. There is enough space both in the shoulders and in the knees, a 3rd passenger will also be nice.

In the German model, the front seat is a little more comfortable - in the Korean it is stiffer and flat, without good side and lumbar support. The Opel Astra has excellent lateral and lumbar support and a large number of different adjustments.

The functionality includes the structure of adaptive lighting, tracking of markings and approaching objects. As for the Korean steering wheel, it has a button that, when pressed, turns the steering wheel into a sports version.

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Start of sales in Russia

Sales of Kia Sid in our country began at the beginning of this year, sales of Opel Astra in our country also began at the very beginning of this 2016.

Options

Classic – 1.4 l engine. 100 l. power, gasoline, gearbox - MT, front-wheel drive car, acceleration 12.7 s, speed - 183 km/h, consumption: 8.1/5.1/6.2
Classic AC - 1.4 l engine. 100 l. power, gasoline, gearbox - MT, front-wheel drive car, acceleration 12.7 s, speed - 183 km/h, consumption: 8.1/5.1/6.2
Comfort - 1.6 l engine. 130 l. power, gasoline, gearbox - MT, front-wheel drive car, acceleration 10.5 s, speed - 195 km/h, consumption: 8.6/5.1/6.4
Engine 1.6 l. 130 l. power, gasoline, automatic transmission, front-wheel drive car, acceleration 11.5 s, speed – 192 km/h, consumption: 9.5/5.2/6.8
Luxury - 1.6 l engine. 130 l. power, gasoline, automatic transmission, front-wheel drive car, acceleration 11.5 s, speed – 192 km/h, consumption: 9.5/5.2/6.8
Red Line Comfort, Red Line Luxe - the same engine as in the Lux modification.
Prestige and Premium - 1.6 liter engine. 135 l. power, gasoline, gearbox – AMT, front-wheel drive car, acceleration 10.8 s, speed – 195 km/h, consumption: 8.5/5.3/6.8

Opel Astra:

Selection – it includes 15-inch. wheel rims, front electric power windows, directional stability structure, air conditioning system, tire pressure monitoring, 4 PB.
Enjoy - multimedia system with four speakers, on-board computer, cruise control system and multifunction steering wheel.
Dynamic – audio system with six speakers, leather multi-steering wheel, center armrest between the front seats, fog lights, rain sensors, 17-inch. wheel rims
Innovation - high-quality and unique seat trim, Start-Stop structure, electronic handbrake, 2-zone climate system, automatically controlled headlights and a large number of active safety structures.

Dimensions

Length of Kia Ceed – 4 m 31 san. Opel Astra – 4 m 46.6 d.
Width of Kia Ceed – 1 m 78 san. Opel Astra – 1 m 84 san.
Height of Kia Ceed – 1 m 47 san. Opel Astra – 1 m 48.2 d.
Kia Ceed wheelbase – 2 m 65 san. Opel Astra – 2 m 69.5 san.

Price of all configurations

The cost of Kia Ceed starts from 785 thousand rubles and reaches 1 million 215 thousand rubles. The cost of an Opel Astra starts from 1 million 120 thousand rubles and reaches 1 million 300 thousand rubles.

Engine Kia Ceed and Opel Astra

Kia Sid is equipped with two engines: 1.4 l. and 1.6 l. with a power of 100 and 130 hp. strength The gearbox is both “mechanical” and “automatic”. Acceleration to hundred from 10.5 to 12.7 seconds. The maximum speed is 195 km/h. Fuel consumption on the highway is on average 5.2 liters.

The Opel Astra engine range has 4 engines:

Standard petrol 3-cylinder engine 1 l. power 105 l. forces, at 5500 rpm, torque is 170 Newton per meter. This engine is turbocharged and direct fuel injection.
The next one is a 4-cylinder naturally aspirated 1.4 liter. 100 l. forces, at 6000 rpm and 130 Newton per meter already from 4400 rpm. 5-speed manual transmission.
Next, 1.4 l. turbo engine with 4 cylinders and direct fuel injection. Power is 125 and 150 hp. forces, both first and second - 230 Newton per meter.
And the final 4-cylinder turbodiesel, the volume of which is 1.6 liters and the power is 95 hp. power, 110 l. forces and 136 hp. strength Torque – 280, 300, 320 Newton per meter. The transmission is both manual and automatic 6-speed.

Trunk of Kia Sid and Opel Astra

The luggage compartment of the Korean holds 528 liters, with the rear row folded - 1642 liters. The luggage compartment of the Opel Astra holds 500 liters, with the rear row folded - 1550 liters.

Final conclusion

What happened in conclusion? The cars are equipped quite well. The interior functionality has all the necessary devices. The price segment is ok. The power plants have good power. And the choice, of course, is yours from the car you like.

German automobile companies have always been considered giants in the world market, and few have been able to compete with them. However, in the early 2000s, Korean companies made a rapid leap and began to produce fairly high-quality and competitive cars. Today we will compare the Kia Sid and the Opel Astra, as a result of which we will be able to find out whether Korean engineers managed to surpass their colleagues from Europe.

Opel Astra is a legendary German car belonging to the compact class. It was first presented to the public in 1991. The model name translates as “star” - that is, a hint from marketers about the high level of performance of the car. The Opel Astra is considered the successor to the Opel Cadet. Therefore, since the last generation of Cadet was called E, the debut version of Astra was called F.

The subsequent four generations of the model were named by further letters of the English alphabet. It is worth noting that the car is still considered one of the most popular on the world market.

Kia Sid is a relatively young Korean car, first presented in the fall of 2006 in Paris. The model was replaced by Cerato on the market. And by the way, as the developers noted, Sid was created specifically for sale on the European market. The factories of the Korean company were highly productive, and by May 2008, a total of over 200,000 cars had been produced.

The model is based on the Hyundai i30 platform, and they also have a common line of engines. In 2012, production of the second generation LED began, which was later recognized as the best in the segment in many countries.

Which is better - Kia Ceed or Opel Astra? Since the history of the German model began back in the 90s, and the car is still at a high level, it is the Astra that looks the best in this regard.

Appearance

If we talk about the appearance of cars, the situation here is as follows: in the exterior of the LED there is a brightness and futurism that is unusual for this model range. This contrasts greatly with the practical and traditional appearance of the German car. Now more about this.

In front of the Sid there is a wide windshield and a flowing hood, with a pair of side air vents. In turn, the Astra has an enlarged frontal area and a smooth, elongated hood. The nose of both cars has a very similar design. The only differences are observed in the layout of the false radiator grille.

At the bottom of the bumper, the “German” has a trapezoidal air intake and huge fog lights, together with running lights. And on the Astra, the bottom of the bumper is equipped with a narrow air intake, which merges with compact, but at the same time very stylish foglights.

From the side, Sid is smooth and flowing, while his opponent's profile has some sharp edges. In all other respects the cars are similar. The same situation applies to the rear of cars.

It's a draw at this point.

Salon

But in terms of interior, you can immediately identify a clear favorite. Of course this is an Opel Astra. The interior decoration of the German car turned out to be very stylish and high-tech. It is worth mentioning the ideal layout of each element and excellent ergonomics.

For Sid, the interior turned out not to be what fans expected it to be. The developers went a little overboard with the so-called “Europeanization” of the interior, and the result was a rather unbalanced design. The Astra also has a higher quality finish and more space in the cabin.

Station wagons

Station wagon models are distinguished exclusively by an increased trunk, all other indicators are the same as hatchbacks.

Specifications

In 2017, further model updates were released. For comparison, we chose modifications equipped with 1.6-liter gasoline engines. It’s worth saying right away that both cars are based on a front-wheel drive platform and are equipped with a six-speed automatic transmission.

Now let's look at the motors in more detail. So, despite the same volume of 1.6 liters, the power of the units is different. For example, the Sid engine produces 130 horsepower, which is 15 more than its German opponent. Of course, this directly affects the dynamics. To accelerate a Korean car from zero to a hundred, you need to spend 11.5 s, which seems to be a phenomenal indicator if we compare it with 13.3 s for its counterpart. There are no surprises in terms of consumption - against 7.1 liters, in favor of Sid.

But in terms of dimensions, one can note the complete hegemony of Astra. The body of the “German” is longer than the LED by 109 mm and higher by 40 mm. The wheelbase is also longer on the German car - 2685 mm versus 2650 mm. The same applies to ground clearance - 165 mm versus 150 mm, in favor of the Astra.

Price

The average cost in Russia is 935,000 rubles. For his German opponent you will have to pay 1,070,000 rubles. The difference is noticeable, but it is worth remembering that the “German” also has richer equipment.