!NEW! From Ampera to Zafira – Real Eco Angels are Called Opel

• Opel Ampera is Europe’s first electric vehicle suitable for everyday use
• ecoFLEX technology reduces fuel consumption in Opel Corsa by 27 percent
• Insignia 1.4 Turbo is one of the most fuel-efficient gasoline models in mid-size segment
• New Euro 6 diesel in Opel Zafira Tourer consumes just 4.1 liters fuel
• Already 21 Opel cars – three times more than in 2012 – with best eco rating A+ 

Opel cuts a fine figure on World Environment Day (June 5, 2013). Since introducing ecoFLEX technology in 2008, the brand has presented a wide spectrum of ultra-efficient models and continuously reduced fuel consumption and emissions. The automaker offers real fuel-saving champions in all model ranges from the electric Ampera to the Zafira Tourer family van. In the process, Opel successfully achieves the perfect balance between economy and performance with its engines. This is impressively documented with the development of the Opel Corsa. The small car was the first Opel model in the consumption-optimized ecoFLEX version with combined consumption of 4.5 liters per 100 km and output of 55 kW/75 hp. Thanks to continuous enhancements, the current Opel Corsa 1.3 CDTI ecoFLEX with 70 kW/95 hp covers 100 km with exemplary consumption of just 3.3 liters (88 g/km CO₂) – while fulfilling the stringent Euro 5 emissions standard.

Opel Corsa 1.3 CDTI  ecoFLEX 

Since 2008 Opel has been able to reduce the popular small car’s fuel consumption by no less than 27 percent while increasing engine performance by just as much! This is a stunningly clear example of engine development as expressed in efficiency.

The white fleet: Clean diesel, efficient gasoline, good alternatives

Opel Ampera EV

Today the Opel economy champs are headed up by an uncompromising electric vehicle. The Opel Ampera is a fully-fledged four-seat sedan that can cover up to 80 km on pure electric power. And if the 16 kWh lithium battery was charged with electricity from renewable energy sources, its eco audit is immaculate. With the help of the on-board range extender – a 1.4-liter gasoline engine – the Ampera can cover up to 500 km before needing to recharge or refuel.

Opel Astra 1.7 CDTI ecoFLEX 

But as it does not do the climate a lot of good if only a few innovative models skimp on fuel, Opel has substantially improved the efficiency of its entire portfolio in recent years. The main Astra model range boasts a number of eco angels. The Astra 1.7 CDTI ecoFLEX consumes just 3.7 liters of diesel per 100 km (99 g/km CO₂) with excellent performance figures: 96 kW/130 hp and 300 Nm maximum torque. Its sister model with a gasoline engine, the Astra 1.4 Turbo ecoFLEX, spoils its owner with 103 kW/140 hp output and consumption of just 5.5 liters fuel (combined per 100 km).

Opel Zafira Tourer 1.6 CDTI ecoFLEX 

Even more impressive are the extremely low consumption figures of Opel’s large model. The Zafira Tourer van carries seven occupants and consumes just 4.1 liters diesel per 100 km (109 g/km CO₂) in its 1.6 CDTI ecoFLEX variant. The four-cylinder from an all-new engine generation has output of 100 kW/136 hp (320 Nm torque) and already fulfills Euro 6 emission standards. So the new diesel not only boasts very low CO₂ emissions, it also drastically reduces nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions. But it’s not over by a long shot with the convincingly economical version of the seven-seater. Depending on driving distance profile and use, the Opel Zafira Tourer can also be ordered as an environmentally-friendly natural gas (1.6 Turbo CNG ecoFLEX) or liquid petroleum gas (1.4 LPG ecoFLEX) version.

The flagship: Turbo gasoline model with diesel-level consumption figures 

Opel Insignia 1.4 Turbo ecoFLEX 

The elegant, 4.83 meter-long Opel Insignia leads the way with the best example: the 1.4 Turbo ecoFLEX is the most economical gasoline engine in the mid-size segment. The sedan consumes just 5.5 liters fuel per 100 km (126 g/km CO₂) with this thrifty engine that delivers 103 kW/140 hp and maximum torque of 220 Nm thanks to overboost technology.

Opel Insignia 2.0 CDTI  ecoFLEX  

The diesel counterpart 2.0 CDTI ecoFLEX with Start/Stop technology is even more frugal and brings the 100 km figure down to a sensational 4.3 liters (112 g/km CO₂). The driver needn’t make any compromises here either. The Insignia delivers 118 kW/160 hp and a whopping 380 Nm when needed. With these top figures, the Opel Insignia gets an A+ CO₂ label – it doesn’t get any better than that.

On the right track: Opel already has over 200 award-winning models

The German Energy Agency awards this CO₂ label. It rates all vehicles in categories from A+ (dark green) to G (dark red), thus providing important consumer information. The good, green area includes the categories A+ to C. Today Opel can offer over 200 different model variants in this economical cars league.

Last year seven Opel models were awarded the best CO₂ label A+, and in mid-2013 it’s already 21 – tripling the total in not even 12 months! In addition, 37 cars are classified as A and another 65 as B. These are impressive figures and proof of the exemplary dedication to vehicle and especially engine development at Opel.

From Ampera to Zafira – real eco angels are called Opel.

!NEW! Rising Star: Over 80,000 Orders for Opel Mokka SUV

• Especially high demand in Germany, Russia, UK, Italy and France
• New SUV’s popularity echoes positive media reaction

Opel Mokka 4x4 SUV

Customer demand for the Mokka continues at a high level across Europe, with Opel’s new SUV reaching one record order mark after another. After just a few months, a total of more than 80,000 orders have now been received from all over Europe. The Mokka’s winning combination of attractive design, innovative technologies and features typical of higher vehicle classes as well as its driving dynamics make the all-rounder especially popular with customers in Germany, Russia, UK, Italy and France. Forecasts indicate that more than two-thirds of all Mokkas in Europe will be sold in these markets. The current bestseller is the top Cosmo variant, with a 103 kW/140 hp 1.4 liter Turbo ecoFLEX engine and All Wheel Drive (AWD).

“Our attractive newcomer is on the way to becoming one of the bestsellers in the sub-compact SUV class, the fastest-growing vehicle segment in Europe,” says Duncan Aldred, Acting Vice President Sales, Marketing & Aftersales at Opel/Vauxhall. “This steep order curve is due to the fact that, with its outstanding practical qualities, the Mokka delivers what its muscular design promises. The Mokka is clearly fulfilling its high customer conquest potential.”

 

Its phenomenal popularity with customers echoes the extremely positive media reaction since its announcement and first test drives – including comparison test victories in ‘Auto Motor und Sport’ (AMS) and ‘AutoStraßenverkehr’. The list of winning verdicts goes on, with three cross-segment successes: the all wheel drive version came out on top in a big ‘Auto Bild’ winter test; an ‘Auto Bild’ wellness test also named the Mokka as the most comfortable of nine cars, and it showed top-class standards in an ams seat test.

Mokka customers are consciously opting for a sub-compact SUV instead of a larger format. They want a car with dimensions that cut a fine presence both in and outside cities, while also being just as suitable for leisure activities as it is for everyday needs. Research shows that typical Mokka drivers are middle-aged and lead very active lifestyles. They are also technology-oriented, and Mokka’s Opel-exclusive driver assistance systems as well as safety and comfort features are particularly important to them.

Opel Mokka – Compact dimensions, big impression

The 4.28 meter-long Mokka offers plenty of room for five occupants with raised seating positions. Opel introduces a number of technologies to the SUV segment in the Mokka, including the AFL+ Adaptive Forward Lighting system, AGR-certified ergonomic seats and an integrated FlexFix bicycle carrier system, now in its second generation and able to hold up to three bikes on the sub-compact SUV.

There are also numerous technology features available to improve comfort and safety. These include the electronic stability program ESP^Plus with Hill Start Assist (HSA) and Hill Descent Control (HDC), and a second-generation Opel Eye front camera with Forward Collision Alert (FCA) as well as enhanced Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR) and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) functions. The Mokka can be specified with front-wheel drive or an adaptive All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system, which automatically detects when traction is needed through all four wheels and constantly optimizes available grip.

New Opel Mokka: Big on agility, low on fuel consumption

• Top fuel economy in segment for both diesel and gasoline engines
• Impressive 1.7 Turbo diesel unit among best in class: 4.5 l /100 km, 120g/km CO₂
• Sophisticated 1.4 Turbo gasoline engine: 6.4 l/100 km, 149 g/km CO₂
• German engineered chassis ensures dynamic handling and ride comfort
  
  
  

  The all new Opel Mokka SUV is offered with five agile and efficient powertrains that combine strong driving performance with fuel economy that is among the best in the SUV-B segment. Both the gasoline and diesel engines on offer ensure that the German engineered SUV brings drive dynamics and power onto the road but remains efficient at all times. 
  
  
  Opel Mokka powered by the 1.7 liter CDTI (96 kw/130 hp) six speed manual, front wheel drive powertrain only emits 120 g/km CO₂ and consumes 4.5 liters of diesel combined per 100 kilometers. The engine which generates maximum torque of 300 Nm is therefore one of the most fuel efficient diesel SUVs in its segment. Customers can also opt for an automatic variant of the FWD diesel powertrain which is unique in the segment. This version uses 5.3 l/100 km, equivalent to 139 g/km CO₂. An all wheel drive (AWD) version of the 1.7 CDTI Mokka is also available. 
  

  
  
  On the gasoline side, the 1.4 liter turbocharged Mokka variant with 103 kW/140 hp, a six speed manual gear box and AWD as standard only uses 6.4 liters combined on 100 kilometers with emissions as low as 149 g/km CO₂, so fuel economy remains high. Two hundred Nm of torque ensure that the 1.4 liter engine is responsive and agile.
  

  
  

  All Mokkas, with the exception of the 1.7 CDTI automatic transmission variant, are fitted with Start/Stop fuel saving technology. This means that urban fuel efficiency is always guaranteed, even when the Mokka is in busy town traffic. For customers who want to purchase a solid entry level engine with the Mokka, there is the 85 kW/115 hp 1.6 liter gasoline variant.

  
  

  On demand All Wheel Drive and sophisticated chassis

  Apart from Front Wheel Drive (FWD), the Mokka can be fitted with an All Wheel Drive (AWD) technology for better traction and handling. The AWD technology is efficient, clever and is only activated on demand. Torque distribution can be varied seamlessly from 100-0 to 50-50 when there are low grip conditions. Overall, the driver benefits from a system that adapts automatically to the prevalent road conditions. So even in low grip situations, the vehicle remains stable.

  
  

  

  
  

  The chassis of the Mokka ensures maximum ride and handling performance even under difficult road conditions. On the front suspension, MacPherson struts were further optimized by Opel engineers. On the rear suspension, the Opel engineering team included a U-section tubular shaped torsion beam ahead of the rear wheels. This compound crank axle is developed with two different designs to fit the AWD and FWD variants. That allows drivers to experience best possible handling and body control for every powertrain.

  
  

  

  
  

  Opel’s all new SUV, the Mokka, expands the company’s product portfolio, making it the first German brand to enter the growing sub-compact sports utility vehicle segment. Despite its 4.28 meter measurement, the Mokka generously accommodates five people in a commanding position. It also delivers on Opel’s promise to combine attractive design with innovative technologies and upmarket functionalities, making them accessible and affordable to a wider segment of customers.

New Opel Mokka - German engineered SUV

New Opel Mokka - German engineered SUV chassis for European needs

 

• Intelligent AWD system adapts automatically to road conditions
• Clever chassis system in Mokka SUV for urban use plus off-road capability
• High comfort and safety with optimized wheel suspensions and 4 wheel disc brakes
  
  
  

  Opel engineers have completed the final validation drives of the all new Opel SUV, the Mokka. The drives were carried out in Germany before its sales launch towards the end of this year. The Mokka’s sophisticated and German engineered chassis which has been tailored to the needs of European customers was one of the focal points of its development. The chassis is perfect for urban lifestyles with all the advantages of off-road capability.

  
  

  Intelligent All Wheel Drive System for Excellent Traction

  
  

  

  
  

  Apart from Front Wheel Drive (FWD), the Mokka can be fitted with an All Wheel Drive (AWD) technology for better traction and handling. The AWD technology is efficient, clever and affordable for a wider segment of customers and is only activated on demand. The AWD system combines the advantages of improved vehicle handling, especially in bends and ensures that there is enough traction for example in the case of wheel slip. However, it also recognizes when AWD is no longer required. For example, when the vehicle is moving in a  straight line on a highway, it is driving in high grip conditions with all the torque on the front wheels. This is when the vehicle is in FWD mode and good fuel economy is provided. 
  
  
  In order to enhance the ride experience and handling, torque is seamlessly and automatically shifted from the front to the rear axle depending on traction or driving situations. The torque distribution can therefore be varied seamlessly from 100-0 to 50-50 when there are low grip conditions. Overall, the driver benefits from a system that adapts automatically to the prevalent road conditions. The entire AWD system including all its components only weighs 65 kilograms so that the Mokka provides environmentally friendly fuel efficiency.
  
  
  Sophisticated Chassis ensures Best Ride and Handling
  The chassis of the Mokka ensures maximum ride and handling performance even under difficult road conditions. On the front suspension, MacPherson struts which already have a successful track record in other Opel vehicles were further optimized by Opel engineers. They did this by adding side load compensation springs, dual path strut mounts and double bonded handling bushings to improve the ride and handling experience as well to enhance noise and vibration performance of the car. On the rear suspension, the Opel engineering team included a U section tubular shaped torsion beam ahead of the rear wheels. This compound crank axle is developed with two different designs to fit the AWD and FWD variants. That allows drivers to experience best possible handling and body control for every powertrain.
  
  
  Enhanced Safety Features now on Board
  Four wheel disc-brakes both on the front and rear axles provide high heat resistance and high performance braking capabilities. The ESP of the Mokka is state of the art and includes special features like Hill Start Assist (HSA) and  Hill Descent Control (HDC), which maintains a constant speed when the Mokka drives downhill and ensures that the vehicle speed does not exceed 20 km/h during a descent. 
  In addition, to get the most out of the vehicle chassis, the Opel engineers opted for Electric Power Steering (EPS) which provides more speed sensitive steering assist to the driver is standard across all Mokka SUVs.
  
  
  All new SUV Mokka combines the best of Opel design and engineering
  Opel’s all new SUV, the Mokka, expands the company’s product portfolio, making it the first German brand to enter the growing sub-compact sports utility vehicle segment. Despite its 4.28 meter measurement, the Mokka generously accommodates five people in a commanding position. It also delivers on Opel’s promise to combine attractive design with innovative technologies and upmarket functionalities, making them accessible to a wider segment of customers.
  
  
  Power is provided by three efficient engines. All manual transmissions are equipped with the fuel saving Opel Start/Stop system. The gasoline offer comprises an 85 kW/115 hp, 1.6 liter naturally aspirated engine with 155 Nm torque as well as a 103 kW/140 hp 1.4 l Turbo with 200 Nm of torque. On the diesel side, there is a 96 kw/130 hp 1.7 CDTI turbo diesel with 300 Nm of torque that offers high fuel economy and low emissions. The 1.7 CDTI is available either with six-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmissions. The 1.4 Turbo will initially be available with the same manual transmission but later on also with an automatic transmission.
  
  
  
  

New Opel Astra J range: More Variety, Engines and High-Tech Features

·         New powerful engines: 195 hp 2.0 BiTurbo CDTI and 280 hp 2.0 SIDI Turbo unit

·         Full spectrum: From 99g/km CO₂ ecoFLEX to high performance OPC version

·         New assistance systems extend broad offer of innovative technology

·         Sharper design underscores sporty style and high technical standards

·         New sedan completes Astra J line-up

     

With the new sedan, the five door variant, the Sports Tourer station wagon and the three door GTC coupé as well as its high performance OPC version, the diverse Astra line up is now complete.

New engines that as of now and during the next six months will expand the already diverse performance spectrum of the Astra powertrain offer. The new Astra OPC which can already be ordered with its 2.0 turbocharged direct injection gasoline engine promises lots of fun behind the wheel. With an output of 206 kW/280 hp and maximum torque of 400 Newtonmeters, the Astra OPC is not only the most powerful Astra ever but also the fastest: the top speed of this powerhouse coupé is 250 km/h and it can sprint from standstill to 100 km/h in just 6.0 seconds.

The fastest diesel Astra ever can be ordered starting in the fall: The new 2.0 BiTurbo CDTI with 143 kW/195 hp output and an impressive 400 Nm of torque is already known from the Insignia, but now for the first time introduces the sophisticated sequential BiTurbo engine technology to the mass production compact segment. Powered by two turbochargers that work together, this engine enables excellent performance combined with low fuel consumption in the Astra five door, the Sports Tourer and the GTC. These three different body styles provide a choice of a high performance diesel models that is unparalleled in the compact segment.

Opel can also announce enhancements to its already existing 1.4 liter turbocharged gasoline unit with 103 kW/140 hp. This engine is now equipped with an overboost function that temporarily gives the vehicle an extra 10 percent burst of torque from 200 to 220 Nm which is very useful when overtaking for example.

Full spectrum – from 99 g/km CO₂ ecoFLEX to high performance OPC variant

On the powertrain side, the new Astra line-up is able to satisfy an extraordinary array of customer wishes, from the most fuel efficient Astra ever, the 1.7 CDTI ecoFLEX (81 kW/110 hp and 96 kW/130 hp) with only 99 g/km CO₂ (3.7 l/100 km) to the strongest diesel-powered Astra with its new 195 hp BiTurbo CDTI engine and the most powerful Astra in history, the new Astra OPC with 280 hp. Not forgetting the recent launch of the 1.4 turbocharged LPG versions (103 kW/140 hp) at the start of 2012, the powertrain offer of the Astra line-up is one of the most diverse in the compact segment. Furthermore, early next year the range will benefit from the introduction of the new SIDI (Spark Ignition Direct Injection) ECOTEC gasoline engine generation with a 1.6 liter displacement and turbocharging, providing not just ultra-efficient fuel consumption but also a very comfortable drive in the upper output level of up to 200 hp.

New assistance systems expand broad offer of innovative technologies

Further highlights which help to elevate the technical standards to an even more advanced level are also to be found in the field of driver assistance systems. Many premium technologies that have had their debut in the Insignia and the Zafira Tourer are now also available for the new Astra line-up for even more safety and comfort. These include the second generation Opel Eye front camera with the enhanced Traffic Sign Assistant (TSA II), Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Following Distance Indication (FDI) and Forward Collision Alert (FCA). These systems issue warnings to help prevent critical situations for example when the driver is distracted or loses concentration.

Other assistance systems include the Rear View Camera, Advanced Park Assist (APA) that identifies spaces and aids with parking, as well as a Side Blind Spot Alert (SBSA) and a Radar based Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with automatic Collision Imminent Braking (CIB) which works in the range of 50 km/h to 180 km/h. The ACC helps the driver maintain the selected speed by automatically accelerating or decelerating while keeping a pre set safety distance to the vehicle ahead.
The new systems complement the already existing broad Astra offer of innovative technologies, some of which are unique in the compact segment, while others are rarely found among competitors. These include the latest generation of intelligent Adaptive Forward Lighting (AFL+) with Bi-Xenon headlamps and a host of sophisticated lighting functions, including High Beam Assist, Dynamic Curve Light, Cornering Light, and variable light distribution that automatically adjusts according to prevailing conditions, including even the weather.

Fresh Astra design with more sporty and upmarket accents

The Astra five door and the Sports Tourer have been given a fresh face that is even more, sporty and upmarket than before. This also applies to the new four-door Astra sedan. The Opel design team concentrated on the front by giving it a more pronounced lower grille inspired by the design of the recently launched Astra GTC, featuring a grille mesh with a more technically precise design. The upper grill of the five door, Sports Tourer and the four door sedan has been given a more prominent wing like chrome bar with three-dimensional visual depth to it. The new chrome bar has turned up tips, is more centered and appears to be floating in the grille. By adding black inserts to the headlamps, the entry level “Essentia” and the “Enjoy” trim levels have been given a more sporty design execution of the lights. LED daytime running lights are now also available with standard halogen headlamps.

At the rear, the license plate pocket of the Astra five door has been sculpted in a new way creating more visual width. In both the five door and the Sports Tourer, there is a new chrome strip in the bumper just below the license plate pocket that also adds to the impression of width.



The new BiTurbo high performance diesel variants of the five door, Sports Tourer and GTC have been given an even sportier and sharper exterior appearance which varies from model to model. The front fascia of the BiTurbo Astra body versions (GTC, Sports Tourer and 5-door) underscore the cars’ high performance and more aggressive nature. The upper grille has a similar shape as the one used on the Astra GTC, however the front bar is always in body color and the five door sedan and Sports Tourer BiTurbo models feature the new wing-shaped bar across the grille. The lower air intake area has also been given a sporty design treatment: the area where the central grille merges into the outer grille has been sculpted in a shark fin like shape, making the car appear more aggressive than a conventional Astra. The side window surround has chrome inserts. At the rear, two exhaust tail pipes and a more prominent rear bumper shape, give the car an added muscular stance.

Inside the cabin, the Astra five door, the Sports Tourer and the four door sedan have been made sportier, more lively and varied by using new fabrics, colors, décor moldings with new glossy paint. In the case of the BiTurbo models, JetBlack colored fabrics or leather are combined with Magic Red in the edge of the seats. Magic Red stitching and seams in the seats, door inserts and the gear shifter boot add to the sporty atmosphere of the interior. A new flat bottom leather steering wheel and special floor mats with red surrounds are other sporty components of the BiTurbo cabin.
Astra customers can now also benefit from new wheel designs. New 17” alloy wheels come as standard in the Sport trim level and there are two new optional 18” and 19” alloy wheels, both with a 5 double spoke stylish design. In addition, a new sporty multi spoke wheel alloy style cover makes its debut in the Astra.



Astra continues Opel’s compact success story
With the greatly enhanced new Astra line up Opel is building on the success of its bestselling compact car that won numerous awards including the prestigious German Golden Steering Wheel (2009) and was recently recognized with the best rating in the 2012 DEKRA used car quality report.

The Astra model family is a key component of the brand. Around a third of all Opel cars sold are Astras. Opel is now into its tenth generation of vehicles in the compact segment and its fourth Astra generation which has gained more than 641,000 customers across Europe. Thanks to its five-door Astra launched in the fall of 2009, followed by the Sports Tourer a year later and the three door GTC Coupé (late 2011). This means that the Astra is the European number three (Germany: number two) in the sales ranking in the largest vehicle segment in Europe which makes up around a quarter of the entire marketplace.

Prices for the new Opel Astra line up start at 16,770 Euro (recommended retail price in Germany including VAT) for the five door, 1.4 liter gasoline 64 kW/87 hp Astra entry level “Essentia” version. The new four door Astra sedan with a 1.4 liter gasoline engine 74 kW/100 hp can be ordered from 18,270 Euro (same conditions as above).