Vauxhall Astra Wins Auto Express Power Driver Family Car of the Year 2025

The Vauxhall Astra has been named Auto Express Power Driver Family Car of the Year 2025, securing its place as one of the UK’s favourite family hatchbacks. Chosen amongst some of the top brands, the Vauxhall Astra stood out for the public vote because of its modern design, comfort and practicality.

The Auto Express Driver Power Awards are selected based on an annual survey conducted using real owners and their feedback. These results provide key insights into ten different categories of vehicle ownership including Powertrain, Exterior, Interior and Comfort, Value and more.

The Vauxhall Astra secured bronze position in Car of the Year 2025, following closely behind the Vauxhall Grandland, which took silver. More importantly for UK families, the Astra was crowned Family Car of the Year 2025, reinforcing its reputation as the ultimate choice.

Achieving an impressive 89.97% overall satisfaction score and ranking first in ride and handling, the Astra continues to set the benchmark for family motoring in the UK. Now available with three drive systems including an efficient petrol engine, an advanced plug-in hybrid, and a fully electric drivetrain.