Next Vauxhall Astra 'to move upmarket'

摘要

The next-generation Vauxhall Astra will be moved "decisively upmarket" as General Motors' loss-making European arm struggles to break even, Autocar has learned. GM planners are placing an emphasis on the Astra's exterior quality, fit and finish. They are also timing the launch of the new model to take advantage of the company's all-new powertrain line-up. The Astra will arrive as the 'budget' Chevrolet brand is dropped in Europe during 2015, emphasising GM's strategy of trying to climb out of Europe's middle-market blood bath.