Vauxhall Astra Towbars

All you need to know about towbars for Vauxhall Astra

Vauxhall first introduced the Astra into their range in 1998. The Vauxhall Astra is available as a Convertible, Coupe, Estate, Hatchback, Saloon, or Van. So you know you are installing the right towbar on your Vauxhall Astra, we have looked at towing capacity, electrical kits, bumper cuts and more for each variation of Vauxhall Astra below.

Vauxhall Astra Convertible Towbars

The Vauxhall Astra Convertible was first released in 1998. To determine which variant of Vauxhall Astra you have, check your vehicle logbook. This will ensure you purchase the correct towbar.

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Vauxhall Astra Convertible Nose Weight

Convertible models made between 1998 and 2006 have a minimum nose weight of 75 kg and a maximum nose weight of 75 kg.

What does nose weight mean?

Nose weight is the force on the towball when a caravan or trailer is attached. Every towbar for every vehicle will have a specific nose weight for that vehicle which can differ between the age of the vehicle and the variation of the model. It is crucial that you don’t exceed the nose weight set on the towbar as this is dangerous and can decrease stability when towing.

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Vauxhall Astra Convertible Electric Kits

Electrical kits connect the electrics in your Convertible to the electrics on your trailer, bike rack or caravan so your lights are still visible.

Electric kits for Vauxhall Astra Convertible

We would always recommend having a dedicated electrics kit installed, where possible. This syncs with modern computer functions of your Convertible, like ABS and trailer stability, rather than just basic lighting.

Why is a dedicated kit important? Well, not only does it work with the specific features of your vehicle, but it also protects the warranty of your Convertible and works with any enhanced safety features you may have.

Of course, you can choose between a dedicated kit or a universal kit, and we do offer both, but a universal electrical kit can affect your manufacturer warranty and you might also need to install a bypass relay.

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Vauxhall Astra Convertible Software Update

We will alert you as to whether your Convertible requires a software update when you choose your towbar electrics kit.

Does my vehicle need a software update?

Sometimes your vehicle may need a software update to accommodate your new dedicated electrical kit. This is so all of the latest computer features in your Convertible can accurately co-ordinate with your towbar electrics.

Software updates can take place at your local Vauxhall dealership when your vehicle is in for service. Or, this can sometimes be updated at your local garage when you arrange towbar fitting through WebFit.

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Vauxhall Astra Convertible Bumper Cuts

Convertible models made between 1998 and 2006 will not require a non-visible bumper cut in order to be fitted.

Does my vehicle need a bumper cut?

Some towbar styles might require a bumper cut in order to be fitted to your vehicle. But, this is improving and newer vehicles are less likely to require a bumper cut due to better towbar designs.

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Vauxhall Astra Convertible Towing Capacity

Convertible models made between 1998 and 2006 have a towing capacity of 1300 kg to 1300 kg.

Be sure to check the EXACT towing capacity of your vehicle before towing on your VIN plate.

What is towing capacity?

Towing capacity is the weight that your Convertible is capable of towing safely, but it can vary even across the same model of car. It is important to note that the capacity of the towbar and the towing capacity of the Convertible may differ, so you should always go by the specific towing weight of your vehicle, indicated above.

Vauxhall Astra Hatchback Towbars

The Vauxhall Astra Hatchback was first released in 1998. To determine which variant of Vauxhall Astra you have, check your vehicle logbook. This will ensure you purchase the correct towbar.

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Vauxhall Astra Hatchback Nose Weight

Hatchback models made between 1998 and 2004 have a minimum nose weight of 75 kg and a maximum nose weight of 75 kg, between 2004 and 2010 have a minimum nose weight of 75 kg and a maximum nose weight of 75 kg, between 2009 and 2013 have a minimum nose weight of 75 kg and a maximum nose weight of 75 kg, between 2009 and 2015 have a minimum nose weight of 75 kg and a maximum nose weight of 75 kg, vehicles made after 2015 have a minimum nose weight of 75 kg and a maximum nose weight of 75 kg.

What does nose weight mean?

Nose weight is the force on the towball when a caravan or trailer is attached. Every towbar for every vehicle will have a specific nose weight for that vehicle which can differ between the age of the vehicle and the variation of the model. It is crucial that you don’t exceed the nose weight set on the towbar as this is dangerous and can decrease stability when towing.

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Vauxhall Astra Hatchback Electric Kits

Electrical kits connect the electrics in your Hatchback to the electrics on your trailer, bike rack or caravan so your lights are still visible.

Electric kits for Vauxhall Astra Hatchback

We would always recommend having a dedicated electrics kit installed, where possible. This syncs with modern computer functions of your Hatchback, like ABS and trailer stability, rather than just basic lighting.

Why is a dedicated kit important? Well, not only does it work with the specific features of your vehicle, but it also protects the warranty of your Hatchback and works with any enhanced safety features you may have.

Of course, you can choose between a dedicated kit or a universal kit, and we do offer both, but a universal electrical kit can affect your manufacturer warranty and you might also need to install a bypass relay.

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Vauxhall Astra Hatchback Software Update

We will alert you as to whether your Hatchback requires a software update when you choose your towbar electrics kit.

Does my vehicle need a software update?

Sometimes your vehicle may need a software update to accommodate your new dedicated electrical kit. This is so all of the latest computer features in your Hatchback can accurately co-ordinate with your towbar electrics.

Software updates can take place at your local Vauxhall dealership when your vehicle is in for service. Or, this can sometimes be updated at your local garage when you arrange towbar fitting through WebFit.

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Vauxhall Astra Hatchback Bumper Cuts

Hatchback models made between 1998 and 2004 will not require a non-visible bumper cut in order to be fitted, between 2004 and 2010 will not require a non-visible bumper cut in order to be fitted, between 2009 and 2013 will require a non-visible bumper cut in order to be fitted, between 2009 and 2015 will require a non-visible bumper cut in order to be fitted, vehicles made after 2015 will require a non-visible bumper cut in order to be fitted.

Does my vehicle need a bumper cut?

Some towbar styles might require a bumper cut in order to be fitted to your vehicle. But, this is improving and newer vehicles are less likely to require a bumper cut due to better towbar designs.

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Vauxhall Astra Hatchback Towing Capacity

Hatchback models made between 1998 and 2004 have a towing capacity of 1300 kg to 1300 kg, between 2004 and 2010 have a towing capacity of 1650 kg to 1650 kg, between 2009 and 2013 have a towing capacity of 1800 kg to 1800 kg, between 2009 and 2015 have a towing capacity of 1800 kg to 1800 kg, vehicles made after 2015 have a towing capacity of 1800 kg to 1800 kg.

Be sure to check the EXACT towing capacity of your vehicle before towing on your VIN plate.

What is towing capacity?

Towing capacity is the weight that your Hatchback is capable of towing safely, but it can vary even across the same model of car. It is important to note that the capacity of the towbar and the towing capacity of the Hatchback may differ, so you should always go by the specific towing weight of your vehicle, indicated above.

Vauxhall Astra Saloon Towbars

The Vauxhall Astra Saloon was first released in 1998. To determine which variant of Vauxhall Astra you have, check your vehicle logbook. This will ensure you purchase the correct towbar.

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Vauxhall Astra Saloon Nose Weight

Saloon models made between 1998 and 2004 have a minimum nose weight of 75 kg and a maximum nose weight of 75 kg.

What does nose weight mean?

Nose weight is the force on the towball when a caravan or trailer is attached. Every towbar for every vehicle will have a specific nose weight for that vehicle which can differ between the age of the vehicle and the variation of the model. It is crucial that you don’t exceed the nose weight set on the towbar as this is dangerous and can decrease stability when towing.

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Vauxhall Astra Saloon Electric Kits

Electrical kits connect the electrics in your Saloon to the electrics on your trailer, bike rack or caravan so your lights are still visible.

Electric kits for Vauxhall Astra Saloon

We would always recommend having a dedicated electrics kit installed, where possible. This syncs with modern computer functions of your Saloon, like ABS and trailer stability, rather than just basic lighting.

Why is a dedicated kit important? Well, not only does it work with the specific features of your vehicle, but it also protects the warranty of your Saloon and works with any enhanced safety features you may have.

Of course, you can choose between a dedicated kit or a universal kit, and we do offer both, but a universal electrical kit can affect your manufacturer warranty and you might also need to install a bypass relay.

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Vauxhall Astra Saloon Software Update

We will alert you as to whether your Saloon requires a software update when you choose your towbar electrics kit.

Does my vehicle need a software update?

Sometimes your vehicle may need a software update to accommodate your new dedicated electrical kit. This is so all of the latest computer features in your Saloon can accurately co-ordinate with your towbar electrics.

Software updates can take place at your local Vauxhall dealership when your vehicle is in for service. Or, this can sometimes be updated at your local garage when you arrange towbar fitting through WebFit.

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Vauxhall Astra Saloon Bumper Cuts

Saloon models made between 1998 and 2004 will not require a non-visible bumper cut in order to be fitted.

Does my vehicle need a bumper cut?

Some towbar styles might require a bumper cut in order to be fitted to your vehicle. But, this is improving and newer vehicles are less likely to require a bumper cut due to better towbar designs.

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Vauxhall Astra Saloon Towing Capacity

Saloon models made between 1998 and 2004 have a towing capacity of 1300 kg to 1300 kg.

Be sure to check the EXACT towing capacity of your vehicle before towing on your VIN plate.

What is towing capacity?

Towing capacity is the weight that your Saloon is capable of towing safely, but it can vary even across the same model of car. It is important to note that the capacity of the towbar and the towing capacity of the Saloon may differ, so you should always go by the specific towing weight of your vehicle, indicated above.

Vauxhall Astra Estate Towbars

The Vauxhall Astra Estate was first released in 2004. To determine which variant of Vauxhall Astra you have, check your vehicle logbook. This will ensure you purchase the correct towbar.

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Vauxhall Astra Estate Nose Weight

Estate models made between 2004 and 2012 have a minimum nose weight of 75 kg and a maximum nose weight of 75 kg, between 2010 and 2016 have a minimum nose weight of 75 kg and a maximum nose weight of 75 kg, vehicles made after 2015 have a minimum nose weight of 75 kg and a maximum nose weight of 75 kg.

What does nose weight mean?

Nose weight is the force on the towball when a caravan or trailer is attached. Every towbar for every vehicle will have a specific nose weight for that vehicle which can differ between the age of the vehicle and the variation of the model. It is crucial that you don’t exceed the nose weight set on the towbar as this is dangerous and can decrease stability when towing.

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Vauxhall Astra Estate Electric Kits

Electrical kits connect the electrics in your Estate to the electrics on your trailer, bike rack or caravan so your lights are still visible.

Electric kits for Vauxhall Astra Estate

We would always recommend having a dedicated electrics kit installed, where possible. This syncs with modern computer functions of your Estate, like ABS and trailer stability, rather than just basic lighting.

Why is a dedicated kit important? Well, not only does it work with the specific features of your vehicle, but it also protects the warranty of your Estate and works with any enhanced safety features you may have.

Of course, you can choose between a dedicated kit or a universal kit, and we do offer both, but a universal electrical kit can affect your manufacturer warranty and you might also need to install a bypass relay.

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Vauxhall Astra Estate Software Update

We will alert you as to whether your Estate requires a software update when you choose your towbar electrics kit.

Does my vehicle need a software update?

Sometimes your vehicle may need a software update to accommodate your new dedicated electrical kit. This is so all of the latest computer features in your Estate can accurately co-ordinate with your towbar electrics.

Software updates can take place at your local Vauxhall dealership when your vehicle is in for service. Or, this can sometimes be updated at your local garage when you arrange towbar fitting through WebFit.

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Vauxhall Astra Estate Bumper Cuts

Estate models made between 2004 and 2012 will not require a non-visible bumper cut in order to be fitted, between 2010 and 2016 will require a non-visible bumper cut in order to be fitted, vehicles made after 2015 will require a non-visible bumper cut in order to be fitted.

Does my vehicle need a bumper cut?

Some towbar styles might require a bumper cut in order to be fitted to your vehicle. But, this is improving and newer vehicles are less likely to require a bumper cut due to better towbar designs.

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Vauxhall Astra Estate Towing Capacity

Estate models made between 2004 and 2012 have a towing capacity of 1500 kg to 1500 kg, between 2010 and 2016 have a towing capacity of 1800 kg to 1800 kg, vehicles made after 2015 have a towing capacity of 1500 kg to 1500 kg.

Be sure to check the EXACT towing capacity of your vehicle before towing on your VIN plate.

What is towing capacity?

Towing capacity is the weight that your Estate is capable of towing safely, but it can vary even across the same model of car. It is important to note that the capacity of the towbar and the towing capacity of the Estate may differ, so you should always go by the specific towing weight of your vehicle, indicated above.

Vauxhall Astra Van Towbars

The Vauxhall Astra Van was first released in 2006. To determine which variant of Vauxhall Astra you have, check your vehicle logbook. This will ensure you purchase the correct towbar.

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Vauxhall Astra Van Nose Weight

Van models made vehicles made after 2006 have a minimum nose weight of 75 kg and a maximum nose weight of 75 kg, vehicles made after 2007 have a minimum nose weight of 75 kg and a maximum nose weight of 75 kg.

What does nose weight mean?

Nose weight is the force on the towball when a caravan or trailer is attached. Every towbar for every vehicle will have a specific nose weight for that vehicle which can differ between the age of the vehicle and the variation of the model. It is crucial that you don’t exceed the nose weight set on the towbar as this is dangerous and can decrease stability when towing.

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Vauxhall Astra Van Electric Kits

Electrical kits connect the electrics in your Van to the electrics on your trailer, bike rack or caravan so your lights are still visible.

Electric kits for Vauxhall Astra Van

We would always recommend having a dedicated electrics kit installed, where possible. This syncs with modern computer functions of your Van, like ABS and trailer stability, rather than just basic lighting.

Why is a dedicated kit important? Well, not only does it work with the specific features of your vehicle, but it also protects the warranty of your Van and works with any enhanced safety features you may have.

Of course, you can choose between a dedicated kit or a universal kit, and we do offer both, but a universal electrical kit can affect your manufacturer warranty and you might also need to install a bypass relay.

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Vauxhall Astra Van Software Update

We will alert you as to whether your Van requires a software update when you choose your towbar electrics kit.

Does my vehicle need a software update?

Sometimes your vehicle may need a software update to accommodate your new dedicated electrical kit. This is so all of the latest computer features in your Van can accurately co-ordinate with your towbar electrics.

Software updates can take place at your local Vauxhall dealership when your vehicle is in for service. Or, this can sometimes be updated at your local garage when you arrange towbar fitting through WebFit.

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Vauxhall Astra Van Bumper Cuts

Van models made vehicles made after 2006 will not require a non-visible bumper cut in order to be fitted, vehicles made after 2007 will not require a non-visible bumper cut in order to be fitted.

Does my vehicle need a bumper cut?

Some towbar styles might require a bumper cut in order to be fitted to your vehicle. But, this is improving and newer vehicles are less likely to require a bumper cut due to better towbar designs.

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Vauxhall Astra Van Towing Capacity

Van models made vehicles made after 2006 have a towing capacity of 1500 kg to 1500 kg, vehicles made after 2007 have a towing capacity of 1500 kg to 1500 kg.

Be sure to check the EXACT towing capacity of your vehicle before towing on your VIN plate.

What is towing capacity?

Towing capacity is the weight that your Van is capable of towing safely, but it can vary even across the same model of car. It is important to note that the capacity of the towbar and the towing capacity of the Van may differ, so you should always go by the specific towing weight of your vehicle, indicated above.

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