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Opel Astra vs Lada VAZ-2109: specs side by side

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Quick comparison from catalog data — no editorial review of this pair yet.

Opel Astra

Opel · 2021–present

Astra L

EV version B PI 518

Power
133 kW181 PS
0–100 km/h
7.6 s
Top speed
225 km/h
Kerb mass
1,678 kg

Version spec sheet

Lada VAZ-2109

Lada · 1987–2004

VAZ-2109

Power
47 kW64 PS
0–100 km/h
—
Top speed
—
Kerb mass
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At a glance

Who suits what, worked out from the catalog figures of the versions above.

  • Family Astra L Boot: 352 l vs 270 l

In plain words

Opel Astra has more power: 133 kW (181 PS) against 47 kW (64 PS) for Lada VAZ-2109. Opel Astra has the bigger boot: 352 l against 270 l. Lada VAZ-2109 is the older design (from 1987); Opel Astra arrived in 1991. Opel Astra is still in production; Lada VAZ-2109 is not. On the catalog figures, the Opel Astra is the pick for family. Our catalog has no 0–100 km/h for the Lada VAZ-2109 yet, so some checks above leave it out.

Size and weight

Astra LVAZ-2109
Boot 352 l12.4 cu ft 270 l9.5 cu ft −82 l −2.9 cu ft −23.3%
Fits a standard garage? TightNo data

Difference vs Astra L (±). Garage check: a standard single garage takes a car up to about 5.0 m (16 ft 5 in) long and 1.9 m (6 ft 3 in) wide (width as listed in the catalog; some makers include the mirrors). Leave about 0.6 m (2 ft) to open the doors.

Full specifications

Opel AstraLada VAZ-2109
General
Version Astra L · 1.6 Plug-in Hybrid · 133 kW (181 PS) 1.3 · 47 kW (64 PS)
Production years 2021–present 1987–2004
Body Sedan, Hatchback Hatchback
Country Germany Soviet Union (USSR)
Performance
Power Why it matters: More power means stronger acceleration and easier overtaking, especially with a full load. 133 kW (181 PS) 178 hp Better 47 kW (64 PS) 63 hp
Power, all versions 42–206 kW (57–280 PS) 56–276 hp 40–53 kW (54–72 PS) 54–71 hp
0–100 km/h Why it matters: A shorter 0–100 km/h time means quicker getaways and safer merging onto fast roads. 7.6 s No data
Top speed Why it matters: Top speed hints at how relaxed the car is at motorway speeds, even if you never reach it. 225 km/h 140 mph No data
Power per tonne 79 kW/t 96 hp/ton calculated No data
Engine and transmission
Fuel Plug-in hybrid Petrol
Engine 1,598 cc · 4 cyl 1.6 l 1,295 cc · 4 cyl 1.3 l
Drive Front-wheel drive Front-wheel drive
Dimensions and weight
Length 4,374 mm 172.2 in † No data
Width 1,860 mm 73.2 in † No data
Height 1,441 mm 56.7 in † No data
Wheelbase 2,675 mm 105.3 in † No data
Kerb weight Why it matters: A lighter car is usually more agile and uses less energy. 1,678 kg 3,699 lb No data
Boot Why it matters: A bigger boot fits more luggage, shopping or a pram. 352 l 12.4 cu ft Better 270 l 9.5 cu ft
Fuel tank Why it matters: A larger tank means more distance between fuel stops. 42 l 11.1 gal US No data
Economy and running costs
Fuel consumption Why it matters: Lower consumption cuts running costs and CO₂ emissions on every trip. 1.3 l/100 km 180.9 mpg US No data
CO₂ 30 g/km No data
Fuel cost per year €340/year estimated No data
Range on a full tank 3,231 km 2,008 mi estimated No data
Electric
Battery Why it matters: A bigger battery usually gives more range, but takes longer to charge fully. 12 kWh No data
Electric range Why it matters: A longer range means fewer charging stops on long journeys. 60 km 37 mi No data
Energy use 17.7 kWh/100 km No data
Safety
Euro NCAP ★★★★☆ (2022) No data

Better marks the stronger figure — only for measurable specs (power, torque, 0–100 km/h, consumption, boot, weight).

Estimated at 15,000 km a year with fuel at €1.75/l petrol. † from another version of this generation.