Carsieve Opel Astra L facelift 1.5 Diesel, 130 PS, 8-speed automatic (since 2026)
- Power
- 130 PS (96 kW)
- Engine codes
- YH01
- Gearbox
- 8-speed automatic
- Production years
- since 2026
- Running cost per month
- €415
- Fuel
- Diesel
- Median price
- €29,690
- Reliability
- 2/5
- DIY
- 2/5
Research for this car
- Generation guide Opel Astra L (2021-): known problems and buying guide
Buy only after a VIN check shows every recall closed, especially the fuel-leak and diesel chain campaigns.
- Gearbox guide Aisin EAT8 8-speed automatic (Peugeot, Opel, Citroen): problems, costs and what to check
A smooth 8-speed that lasts when its oil is changed. Buy with fluid records and a clean scan, avoid one that judders or has been in limp mode.
Known issues for this car
| Issue | Affects | Typical km | Repair cost | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 V battery and keyless starting | All versions | Not stated | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
| Wrong speed limit on the display | Built 26 September to 10 December 2025; owner reports 2024-2026 | Not stated | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
| Infotainment freezes and slow navigation | All versions | Not stated | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
| Overheating and burnt clutches | All EAT8 cars, worse with towing | Not stated | 1,500 to 4,500+ GBP rebuild (UK, year not stated) | Gearbox guide |
| Torque converter lock-up clutch wear | All EAT8 cars | 100,000 to 150,000 km | 600 to 1,400 GBP converter (UK, year not stated) | Gearbox guide |
| Valve body and solenoid faults | All EAT8 cars | 100,000 to 120,000 km | 500 to 1,900 GBP valve body (UK, year not stated); 800 to 2,500 EUR (Germany, 2026) | Gearbox guide |
| Harsh or delayed shifts | All EAT8 cars | 40,000 to 60,000 km | 300 to 600 EUR fluid service (Germany, 2026); 100 to 200 GBP software (UK, year not stated) | Gearbox guide |
| Gearbox oil service | All EAT8 cars | 60,000 to 80,000 km (service due) | 300 to 600 EUR (Germany, 2026); from 10,000 RUB (Russia, year not stated) | Gearbox guide |
Before you buy this car
From the generation guide
- Test keyless entry from cold and lock the car from a distance. A key that is not recognised, or an alarm that fires by itself, is a bad result. A battery tester helps; a scanner is needed if warnings are stored.
- Compare the speed-limit display with the signs. Check that the over-the-air update KWS is installed. No scanner is needed.
- Use the sat-nav and screen for the whole test drive. A freeze, a restart or a stuck parking beep is a bad result. Check the software version on the screen; no scanner is needed.
From the gearbox guide
- Check the overheating history (needs a scanner). Read stored over-temperature events and the oil temperature after a long drive. Repeated limp mode or a burnt oil smell means a rebuild risk.
- Test the torque converter. At a steady light throttle, feel for a shudder or stutter in one speed window. That points to the lock-up clutch inside the converter.
- Read the valve body codes (needs a scanner). Check solenoid codes and hot pressure. Stored solenoid or pressure codes point to valve body wear.
- Road test in slow city traffic. Spend at least 15 minutes in town and provoke a 2-3 upshift. A hard shunt, a flare or a delayed take-up points to worn parts or old fluid. Scan for codes afterwards.
- Ask for the oil history. No fluid change by 100,000 km is the common version of the shift complaint. Invoices for a flush and filter count.
Running costs
| Operational | €169 |
|---|---|
| Workshop | €88 |
| Fixed costs (tax, insurance) | €158 |
| Total per month | €415 |
| New-car depreciation (not included) | €487 |
ADAC figures for 15,000 km a year over 60 months
Market
Listings on mobile.de in this generation with this fuel, gearbox and power.
- Listings
- 68
- 25th percentile
- €26,477
- Median price
- €29,690
- 75th percentile
- €30,724
- Median mileage
- 150 km
- Median first registration
- 2026
- Dealer share
- 100%
Prices by first registration
| First registration | Listings | Median price | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 68 | €29,690 | 150 km |
Medians only for years with at least 5 listings. Many cars are first registered after production ends, so years can run past the build years.
Price history
| Month | Listings | Median price | Middle half | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | 68 | €29,690 | €26,477 – €30,724 | 150 km |
| Oct 2026 | 68 | €29,690 | €26,477 – €30,724 | 150 km |
Median asking price at the last snapshot of each month.
ADAC versions
All 8 ADAC versions
| Version | Power | Body | Production years | Running cost per month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Astra 1.5 Diesel Edition Automatik | 130 PS | Hatchback | since 2026 | €411 |
| Astra 1.5 Diesel GS Automatik | 130 PS | Hatchback | since 2026 | €415 |
| Astra 1.5 Diesel Ultimate Automatik | 130 PS | Hatchback | since 2026 | €429 |
| Astra 1.5 Diesel Start Automatik | 130 PS | Hatchback | since 2026 | – |
| Astra Sports Tourer 1.5 Diesel Edition Automatik | 130 PS | Estate | since 2026 | €412 |
| Astra Sports Tourer 1.5 Diesel GS Automatik | 130 PS | Estate | since 2026 | €416 |
| Astra Sports Tourer 1.5 Diesel Ultimate Automatik | 130 PS | Estate | since 2026 | €420 |
| Astra Sports Tourer 1.5 Diesel Start Automatik | 130 PS | Estate | since 2026 | – |