Saturn Astra Horsepower & Torque (2008): How Much Power Does A Astra Have?

The Saturn Astra, a rebadged version of the Opel Astra, was introduced to the North American market in 2008 as a compact hatchback offering European styling and engineering.

Powered by a 1.8L Variable Valve Timing DOHC engine, the Astra delivered 138 horsepower and 125 lb-ft of torque, paired with a 5-speed manual transmission and front-wheel drive.

While its performance remained consistent during its brief availability, the Astra stood out for bringing Opel's precision engineering to Saturn's lineup, albeit for a short-lived run.

Scroll down to see the horsepower and torque data below.

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Latin American models: 1994-2011

The Chevrolet Astra, also sold as the Saturn Astra in some markets, featured a range of engine configurations over its production years, including a 2.0L 8-valve engine producing 116 PS (85 kW) and later a 2.0L 16-valve engine with outputs up to 136 PS (100 kW).

A notable innovation was the introduction of a 2.0L FlexFuel engine in 2004, capable of running on ethanol or petrol, delivering up to 140 PS (103 kW) depending on the fuel.

Drivetrain options included front-wheel drive (FWD) paired with 5-speed manual transmissions, emphasizing efficiency and versatility.

2008 Saturn Astra Horsepower

The 2008 Saturn Astra is equipped with a 1.8L VARIABLE VALVE TIMING DOHC engine, producing a consistent output of 138 horsepower and 125 lb-ft of torque.

This model features a front-wheel-drive configuration and is paired with a 5-speed manual transmission.

2008 Saturn Astra Horsepower And Torque
Trim	Engine \| Transmission \| Drivetrain	Horsepower @ RPM	Torque @ RPM
XR Hatchback	1.8L \| I4 \| VARIABLE VALVE TIMING DOHC \| 5 Spd Manual \| FWD	138 hp @ 6,300 rpm	125 ft-lbs @ 3,800 rpm
XE Hatchback	1.8L \| I4 \| VARIABLE VALVE TIMING DOHC \| 5 Spd Manual \| FWD	138 hp @ 6,300 rpm	125 ft-lbs @ 3,800 rpm
XR Hatchback	1.8L \| I4 \| VARIABLE VALVE TIMING DOHC \| 5 Spd Manual \| FWD	138 hp @ 6,300 rpm	125 ft-lbs @ 3,800 rpm