All-New Opel Astra is “German Compact Car of the Year 2023”

• Best compact car in Germany: Newest Opel compact class impresses expert jury
• Clear winner: Opel Astra and Astra Sports Tourer with significant lead over competition

All-new Opel Astra has been named “German Compact Car of the Year 2023” 1. Independent expert jury of the “German Car Awards” chose the new generation Astra and Astra Sports Tourer as the best compact-class car in Germany, well ahead of the competitors in this segment. Innovative safety technologies, which Opel makes affordable for a broad range of buyers in the compact class with the new Astra, convinced the panel of 27 automotive experts and journalists just as much as the wide range of powertrains, including the electrified plug-in hybrid with which Astra drivers can travel locally emissions-free and especially responsible for the first time. Jury also praised the eye-catching, progressive design along with the driving pleasure and the value for money offered by the Astra. The prestigious award was officially presented yesterday evening at a ceremony in Bad Dürkheim, Germany.

“Award for ‘German Car of the Year’ in the compact class for the Astra and the Astra Sports Tourer shows once again that the latest generation is not only a real challenger but also has what it takes to be a winner in every respect,” said Andreas Marx, the head of Opel in Germany.

“Opel Astra distinguishes itself in its segment as a true all-rounder, which convinced our jury in every aspect. Incidentally, this also applies to emotional criteria such as design and driving pleasure, where it clearly distanced itself from the competing models," said Jens Meiners from the GCOTY jury.

Opel Astra and Astra Sports Tourer: Eye-catching driving pleasure

During extensive test drives, judges took a close look at new Opel Astra. Driving behaviour, usability, comfort and many other aspects were considered. Disciplines in which latest generation of the compact class bestseller shines. With a system power output of 133 kW/180 hp and strong torque of 360 Newton metres, electrified Opel Astra plug-in hybrid offers pure driving pleasure (WLTP fuel consumption2: 1.1-1.0 l/100 km, CO2 emissions 24-23 g/km; both combined). Five-door accelerates from zero to 100 km/h in just 7.6 seconds. All-new Opel Astra is thus locally emission-free for the first time.

Intuitive operation of infotainment and assistance systems is made possible by new HMI interface (Human-Machine Interface), learly designed, all-digital Pure Panel cockpit with extra-wide touchscreen and only essential switches, such as for air conditioning. State-of-the-art technologies such as the adaptive, glare-free IntelliLux LED Pixel Light headlamps with a total of 168 LED elements make driving more pleasant and safer, especially in the darker months of the year. AGR-certified (Aktion Gesunder Rücken e.V.) ergonomic seats for driver and front passenger, for example in Alcantara, ensure top travel comfort.

“German Car of the Year” award is being presented for the fifth time this year. Independent jury of experts, currently consisting of 27 jurors, selects the respective class winners in five categories – compact, premium, luxury, new energy and performance. Selection of the competition participants is based on objective price and market availability criteria. Election was held for the first time in 2019.

[1] German Compact Car of the Year” (compact class category, up to €30,000).

[2] Values determined using more realistic WLTP (Worldwide harmonized Light vehicles Test Procedure) test method which replaces the NEDC (New European Driving Cycle) test procedure. Vehicle not yet available. A vehicle's consumption, CO2 emissions and range not only depend on the efficient use of energy by the vehicle but are also influenced by driving style and other non-technical factors. Information on consumption and emissions does not refer to an individual vehicle and is intended solely for purposes of comparison between the various vehicle types.

New Opel Astra Plug-in Hybrid as XS Show Car

• Unique project will star at XS Carnight “20 Years of XSCN” in Berlin, July 29-30
• Cooperation with XS Carnight to sharpen Opel’s image in the tuning community
• Next appearance of Astra “XS” in September at XS Carnight at Lake Wörthersee

Tuning specialist XS has gone to work on the new Opel Astra plug-in hybrid. Electrified Astra show car in high-gloss white paint and black décor produces 133 kW/180 hp of system power and 360 Newton meters of maximum torque (WLTP combined fuel consumption1: 1.1 l/100 km, CO2 emissions 26-24 g/km). In addition, the five-door features top-of-the-line Ultimate equipment and numerous state-of-the-art technologies, such as the digital Pure Panel cockpit and the adaptive IntelliLux LED Pixel Light, as well as AGR-certified sport front seats. Project is part of a cooperation with XS Carnight that will further energise Opel’s image in the tuning community as the approachable German brand. Fans had already been wowed by the public debut of the newest Astra generation at last year’s international Tuning Meeting at Lake Wörthersee.

Team from the XS Carnight team has equipped the Astra with additional “GRINDS air suspension” and height sensors from “Carstyle me”, combined with the original shock absorbers. The 20-inch forged wheels (for display purposes only) from the American rim manufacturer "RVNT Forged" are real eye-catchers. Finally, the show car’s unmistakable look is completed by motorsport decals like those available from Opel Accessories, on the car’s sides and windscreen.

In the cooperation between XS Carnight and Opel – which this year is celebrating its 160th anniversary – the Astra show car will play a starring role at the anniversary XS Carnight “20 Years of XSCN” on July 29-30 at the Berlin Olympic Stadium. Anyone who wants to see Astra “XS” live should hurry; the last tickets are available online here. Next highlight in a series of events will be on September 17 with the XS Carnight at Lake Wörthersee in Austria.

[1] Provisional range determined according to WLTP test procedure methodology (R (EC) No. 715/2007, R (EU) No. 2017/1151). The actual range can vary under everyday conditions and depends on various factors, in particular on personal driving style, route characteristics, outside temperature, use of heating and air conditioning and thermal preconditioning.

Opel Grandland X: New Top-of-the-Line Petrol Powertrain Arrives

• Happy owner: Manuel Friedrich of Ludwigshöhe “thrilled” by Opel SUV
• Unique offer: Opel Grandland X combines power, performance and practicality
• Strong demand: More than 140,000 Opel Grandland X already ordered

Happy owner: Manuel Friedrich (centre) is one of the first to take delivery of the Opel Grandland X with the new top-of-the-line petrol engine. Patricia Princess of Erbach-Schönberg, Managing Director Auto Jacob GmbH in Rüsselsheim, and Sales Consultant, Georg Pelz handed over the keys.

Deliveries of the cool Opel Grandland X with the most potent petrol powertrain in the line-up are now underway. The first example of the compact SUV with the state-of-the-art direct injection power unit is now in the hands of its happy owner. An excited Manuel Friedrich (36) of Ludwigshöhe picked up his brand new Grandland X at the Auto Jacob Opel dealership in Rüsselsheim. Patricia Princess of Erbach-Schönberg, Managing Director, Auto Jacob GmbH, and Sales Consultant, Georg Pelz presented Friedrich with the keys to his new car.

“I am thrilled with my new Opel Grandland X”, said Manuel Friedrich. “I have always wanted an SUV. It was love at first sight when I saw the Grandland X’s cool design and I placed my order as soon as the top-of-the-line engine became available.”

More than 140,000 customers have chosen the Opel Grandland X since sales began in summer 2017.

Manuel Friedrich’s Opel Grandland X is powered by the new 133 kW/180 hp 1.6-litre Direct Injection Turbo petrol engine with eight-speed automatic transmission (fuel consumption1, 2: 7.2-7.1 l/100 km urban, 5.0-4.9 l/100 km extra-urban, 5.8-5.7 l/100 km and 132-130 g/km CO2 combined).

The all-aluminium four-cylinder engine with dual overhead camshafts and four valves per cylinder develops maximum torque of 250 Nm at only 1,750 rpm. The lively power unit, which is notable for its particularly direct throttle response, accelerates the Opel Grandland X from zero to 100 km/h in only 8.0 seconds and up to a maximum speed of 222 km/h.

The PureTech power unit not only delivers strong performance. Thanks to a state-of-the-art exhaust after-treatment system that includes a Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF), it also produces low emissions. Fuel economy and efficiency is further improved by the variable valve timing system, which enables infinite adjustment of valve timing and duration.

The Grandland X heads the “X-family” of Opel SUV models – which includes the Crossland X and the Mokka X – and is also leading the electrification of the brand’s model range. The order books for the Grandland X PHEV, Opel’s first plug-in hybrid electric vehicle, will open in the first half of this year. Opel will launch a total of eight all-new or refreshed models between now and the end of 2020.

[1]  Values measured according to WLTP and converted to NEDC for comparison.

[2]  WLTP combined figures (for information only, not to be confused with official NEDC values): 8.0-7.1 l/100 km 181-161 g/km CO2

More Power and Refinement for Opel Grandland X

 180 hp Direct Injection Turbo with eight-speed automatic for Opel’s compact SUV

Opel Grandland X 1.6 Direct Injection Turbo

Opel is offering a new top-of-the-line powertrain in the stylish Grandland X. The cool-looking sports utility vehicle (SUV) will receive a new turbocharged direct injection petrol engine, which is available with a seamless-shifting eight-speed automatic transmission. The all-aluminium, PureTech power unit not only delivers strong performance, it also produces low emissions, thanks to a state-of-the-art exhaust after-treatment system that includes a Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF). Opel Grandland X 1.6 Direct Injection Turbo with start/stop (fuel consumption^1,2: 7.2-7.1 l/100 km urban, 5.0-4.9 l/100 km extra-urban, 5.8-5.7 l/100 km and 132-130 g/km CO₂ combined) already meets the future Euro 6d-TEMP emissions standard.

The four-cylinder engine with dual overhead camshafts and four valves per cylinder develops peak power of 133 kW/180 hp at 5,500 rpm and maximum torque of 250 Nm at only 1,750 rpm. The lively power unit, which is also notable for its direct throttle response, accelerates the Opel Grandland X from zero to 100 km/h in only 8.0 seconds and up to a maximum speed of 222 km/h. In combination with variable valve lift, the variable valve timing system enables infinite adjustment of valve timing and duration, for further improved fuel economy and emissions.

Of course, the new top-of-the-line engine will also be available on the Opel Grandland X with the premium “Ultimate” trim, which includes a string of luxurious features as standard. The sporty yet elegant SUV thus becomes even more of an eye-catcher with 19-inch “BiColor” alloy wheels and silver coloured roof rails. Furthermore, premium ergonomic seats, leather trim, the Denon premium sound system and numerous ultra-modern assistance and infotainment systems promise a feel-good factor.

^[1] Values measured according to WLTP and converted to NEDC for comparison.

^[2] WLTP combined figures (for information only, not to be confused with official NEDC values):
8.0-7.1 l/100 km fuel consumption; 181-161 g/km CO² emissions.