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Vauxhall has used the Geneva motor show to unveil its all-new Astra VXR. And with 276bhp, it’s the most powerful Astra ever. Based on the curvy Astra GTC three-door, the new VXR gets its power from a turbocharged 2.0-litre direct-injection four-pot.
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The VXR will remain front wheel drive, but with so much power, Vauxhall is using a new mechanical limited slip differential, in conjunction with HiPerStrut technology from the GTC. As with the cooking Astras, the FlexRide system features a sport button but also adds a new 'VXR' button. Pressing either will stiffen the ride and sharpen the throttle response to varying degrees.
The Astra will face stiff competition - also at Geneva 2012 is the all-new Ford Focus ST and Citroen's 256bhp DS4 Racing. We look forward to finding out how the new VXR stacks up.
Check out our A-to-Z list of stories from the 2012 Geneva Show
