Local pricing for the new 2017 Holden Astra sedan have been released, ahead of the new model’s arrival in Australia. Starting from AUD 21,990 drive-away, the Astra sedan is headlined by the standard fitment of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, along with turbocharged petrol power.

Four trim levels are offered; LS, LS+, LT and LTZ, all powered by the same 150 hp/245 Nm 1.4-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine shared with entry versions of the Astra hatch. A six-speed manual is standard on the entry-level LS variant, while a six-speed automatic is standard on all other versions, and optional on the base LS.


Standard equipment on the LS (from AUD 20,490 plus on-road costs) includes 16-inch alloy wheels, six airbags, rear-view camera, rear parking sensors, automatic headlights, a 7.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and cruise control.

Moving up the range is the LS+ (from AUD 22,740 plus ORCs), which comes standard with the six-speed automatic transmission, features the Holden Eye forward-facing camera system including lane keep assist, forward distance indicator and forward collision warning along with projector headlights, LED daytime-running lights, a leather steering wheel, and automatic high beam.


The LT kicks off at AUD 25,790 plus on-roads, and adds extras like 17-inch alloy wheels, blind spot monitoring, keyless entry and push-button start, automatic parking assistant, rain-sensing wipers, a larger 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system with native satellite navigation, DAB+ digital radio, heated mirrors, illuminated vanity mirrors, rear lip spoiler and remote start. Finally, the flagship LTZ (AUD 29,790 plus ORCs) gets 18-inch alloy wheels, a powered sunroof, leather-appointed seat trim, single-zone climate control, heated front seats and chrome exterior highlights.

Seven exterior colours are available, including five prestige options which command a AUD 550 premium. The Astra sedan range also comes with a lifetime capped-price servicing program.