Continuous development: IntelliLux LED Matrix Light now with 14 LEDs
Democratising technology: Assistance systems from higher vehicle segments
Higher safety all around: Active Lane Positioning, Side Blind Zone Alert, High-Resolution Rear View Camera
New Opel Corsa offers numerous advanced technologies and driver assistance systems that are more familiar to customers of pricier cars from higher segments. The adaptive, glare-free IntelliLux LED Matrix Light, which Opel Corsa brought to small car segment in 2019, is now even better and more precise, with 14 LED elements (seven on each side). Camera and radar-based driver assistance systems enable safer, more relaxed driving.
Glare-free IntelliLux LED Matrix Light: Revolutionary lighting for bestseller
Since 2019, the adaptive, glare-free, IntelliLux LED Matrix Light has demonstrated how Opel Corsa makes innovations in small car sector available to everyone. Engineers are continuously working on further developments and new Opel Corsa benefits from this commitment. Fourteen individually controllable LED elements ensure a stadium-bright driving experience that now “cuts out” other road users even more precisely than before.
Outside urban areas, matrix headlights switch automatically to high beam. LED elements are controlled by a high-resolution front camera and continuously adapt light beam to traffic and the surroundings. Preceding or oncoming vehicles are simply cut out of light pattern, so their drivers are not dazzled, while Opel Corsa driver enjoys optimum night-time vision, creating additional time to avoid potential collisions with objects or animals.
Camera and radar: Advanced driver assistance systems
Corsa’s numerous advanced driver assistance systems, which enable safer, more relaxed driving, are based on camera and radar technology. Extended Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR) recognises signs for speed limits and other road information, which are then displayed in Driver Info Centre. Active Lane Positioning, in combination with Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system, precisely keeps the car in middle of travelling lane, driver only needs to keep his or her hands on steering wheel with a light touch.
Side Blind Spot Alert (SBSA) uses ultrasonic sensors in front and rear bumpers to alert driver to presence of moving objects in blind spots either side and to rear of car. A warning symbol lights up in corresponding exterior mirror.
Using front camera and radar sensors, Adaptive Cruise Control automatically adapts gap between car and preceding vehicle by decelerating or accelerating according to distance selected by driver. If preceding car decelerates, Opel Corsa also slows down – with automatic transmission and electric drive even to a standstill, if necessary. If preceding car gains speed again, Opel Corsa also accelerates up to selected speed while automatically maintaining chosen safety gap.
Opel Corsa also offers a camera and radar-based automatic emergency braking system (Forward Collision Alert with Automatic Emergency Braking and Pedestrian Detection). Camera-based system operates at speeds from 5-85 km/h. If a vehicle or pedestrian ahead is approached too fast, system sounds a warning chime and displays a message in Driver Info Centre. If a collision is imminent, the braking system is prepared and, if necessary, emergency braking is deployed to avoid or, at higher speeds, minimise effects of a potential collision.
Drowsiness Detection recognises signs of potential driver drowsiness by monitoring steering behaviour and the duration of the journey, and warns the driver, via audio and visual signals at three levels, to take a break.
Level of detected drowsiness is clearly displayed in a bar within the digital instrument cluster.
Opel Corsa helps driver into and out of parking spaces by various means:
Parking Pilot (standard equipment at the rear) measures the distance to potential obstacles and gives audio-visual warnings of potential impacts.
Flank Guard gives audio-visual warnings if the side of the car could touch or collide with an object, e.g. a post, or a wall, during low-speed manoeuvring.
High-Resolution Panorama Rear View Camera: additional parking assistance; increases visibility by up to 180 degrees behind the car, enabling drivers to see traffic approaching from the right or left.
International jury of journalists from 31 countries votes for Combo Life
New Opel Combo Life impresses with best value for money, innovative driver assistance systems, high comfort and spaciousness
Opel Combo Life
The new Opel Combo Life has been elected “Best Buy Car of Europe 2019” by the authoritative AUTOBEST jury, which was particularly impressed by the car’s excellent value for money. The Combo Life defeated five other brand new contenders for the title (Citroën C4 Cactus, Dacia Duster, Ford Focus, Kia Ceed, Toyota Corolla).
The jury of journalists from 31 European countries decided in favour of the Opel Combo Life after the final round of test driving at the Vairano racetrack in Italy. The Opel offers ultra-modern technologies such as Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), driver drowsiness alert, a 180-degree rear view camera, Head-Up Display (HUD) and “Flank Guard” protection for the side bodywork.
Opel Combo also combines the comfort and driving dynamics of a passenger car with the variability of a leisure activity vehicle. In their evaluation the jury members also focus on the cost of ownership, the availability of spare parts and the standards of dealer servicing. The winner of the “Best Buy Car of Europe 2019” award must deliver the best all-round package, the fifth-generation Opel Combo therefore proved unbeatable.
“We are thrilled with the decision of the 31 independent members of the AUTOBEST jury”, said Opel CEO, Michael Lohscheller. “The Combo simply offers a lot of car for the money – the key to winning ‘Best Buy Car of Europe’. The new Opel Combo Life is an all-round talent that can do almost anything. It plays a major role in our on-going product offensive that will see us launch eight new models in the next two years.”
Opel Combo Life XL
Dan Vardie, founder and chairman of AUTOBEST: “We had a very tough competition between the finalists, a record number in the AUTOBEST history. The Opel/Vauxhall Combo Life, along with Citroën Berlingo and Peugeot Rifter – competing as one model, another first in our history – managed to impress the jury members and deserve the ‘Best Buy Car of Europe’ title. The winning models are simply an efficient solution for the European customer.”
As “Best Buy Car of Europe 2019” the Combo Life continues a strong Opel tradition. In recent years, the Rüsselsheim-based carmaker was twice successful in the AUTOBEST Award. The Opel Corsa took the title outright in 2007 and 2015. AUTOBEST presents the “Best Buy Car of Europe” since 2000.
Best ever: 5th generation Opel Combo developed to offer leading efficiency
Loading champ: First-class load volume of up to 4.4m3 and up to 1,000 kg payload
Ingenious for large loads: Cargo space accommodates two Euro pallets
Extra versatile: Short and long versions, crew cab and roof hatch are all available
Top innovations: Permanent Rear View Camera and numerous assistance systems
Connected: Latest generation infotainment with 8-inch touchscreen
Passenger car comfort: Heated steering wheel, unique in the segment, along with heated front seats and dual zone climate control
Available soon: World premiere and start of sales in September
Opel announces the 5th generation of its
compact, multifunctional commercial vehicle, the Combo. The new Combo
cargo van has been developed with the ambition of offering top
efficiency to professionals and the lowest cost of ownership in the
segment thanks to an all-new architecture, ingenious packaging and
unique technologies while simultaneously representing a huge leap
compared to outgoing version. With its world premiere scheduled to take
place at the IAA Commercial Vehicles in Hannover on September 19, 2018,
and available to order from September, the new Combo offers a wide range
of variants to choose from including a short version with 4.40 metres
length, a long version with 4.75 metres, both with cockpits featuring
two or three front seats, and a spacious five seater crew cab. Opel’s
new compact transporter also outshines most of its main competitors with
a load volume of up to 4.4m3, a payload of up to 1,000 kg and a loading length of up to 3,440 mm
for objects and work material. Decisive for many professionals, an
especially ingenious feature is that the distance between the two wheel
arches is wide enough to enable the loading of Euro pallets, two of
which can even be accommodated in the cargo space of the short version
of the Opel Combo.
And extremely long utensils such as wooden planks can be
stowed at an angle thanks to the optional roof hatch. And, a unique feature in the segment is also introduced in the new generation Opel Combo: a sensor-based overload indicator[1] that, at a press of a button, allows the driver to make sure the vehicle is not overloaded.
In
addition, new Opel Combo comes with further innovative technologies and
up to 19 assistance systems that make driving, manoeuvring, transporting
goods or a crew easier, safer and more comfortable. The optional Permanent Rear View Camera1,
acts as a “digital” rear view mirror - greatly improving visibility of
panel vans or of fully loaded vehicles. Furthermore, a second camera in
the exterior door mirror on the passenger side ensures that the driver
no longer needs to worry about the blind spot on this side of the
vehicle. And, the new Combo can also be equipped with the new,
sensor-based Flank Guard[2]system
that helps prevent annoying and expensive bumps or scratches while
turning at low speeds, warning the driver when there is a risk that a
flank of the car will collide with an obstacle (pillars, barriers, walls
or other vehicles). Those professionals whose workplaces require
enhanced traction in mud, sand or snow can also upgrade their
front-wheel drive Opel Combo with the electronic IntelliGrip
traction control system and with the “worksite” set-up. This includes
an increased ground clearance of 30 mm, front and rear stiffness
antiroll bars, increased tyre diameter and rear variable rate springs.
And the optional ultra-modern Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
infotainment systems ensure that drivers easily find their way to and
from even the most remote locations.
“The Opel Combo is the ideal
working companion and almost no job is too big for it thanks to its
best-in-class load volume. In addition, it comes with ultra-modern
technologies previously only known from the passenger car segment. This
makes Opel Combo a commercial vehicle with proven passenger car qualities
in terms of driver assistance, safety and comfort – an all-rounder in
the best sense of the word,” said Managing Director Sales &
Marketing Peter Küspert.
Loading capacity of a larger vehicle: Opel Combo as a multifunctional transporter
The
Combo nameplate has been a synonym for compact, multifunctional
transporters for professionals over 4 generations since 1986. The first
generation was based on an Opel Kadett, the two next on the Opel Corsa models
of the time and the fourth was the result of a joint-venture with Fiat.
The new, fifth generation has been developed on a completely new
architecture within Groupe PSA, the undisputed European leader in the
commercial vehicle business. Therefore, it is no surprise that it comes
as the most competent vehicle on the market place.
It is available in various variants allowing countless applications;
a 4.40-metre long short version with a wheelbase of 2,785 mm, payloads of up to 1,000 kg and a cargo volume of 3.3 to 3.8 m3,
in which utensils with a length of up to 3,090 mm can be stowed easily.
Those who need to transport even longer item can order the Combo with
rear swing doors and the useful roof hatch. The latter enables the
transport of items weighing up to 100 kg at an angle without having to
leave the rear door open.
a 4.75-metre long XL variant with a wheelbase of 2,975 mm and a load volume of up to 4.4 m3, that can even take working equipment with a length of up 3,440 mm.
Being able to easily load bulky items through the rear doors with a
low loading edge of just 557 mm is another major advantage. There is
enough space between the wheel arches for a forklift to load two Euro
pallets, even into the shortest Combo. And safety has also been taken
into consideration: Six tie rings on the floor and a further optional
four fitted at mid-height help keep everything in its place.
An important safety feature, the so-called overload indicator1
is new to Opel. The system automatically measures the mass present on
board upon starting up the engine. Alternatively, the driver can ask for
the sensor-based system to measure the load on the axles by pressing a
button. A white LED signal lights up if the weight exceeds 80 per cent
of the permitted payload. If the weight is above the limit, an orange
signal with an exclamation mark lights up.
The new Combo also offers a solution for transporting people and equipment with the crew cab
version. A crew of up to five including the driver can sit in comfort
while the working material is safely stowed behind the partition wall.
In addition, the rear bench can be folded down and the partition moved
behind the front seats if required. A flap in the partition ensures that
especially long items can be transported.
Relaxing drive: Top technologies and passenger car comfort
When
it comes to the loading area, Opel Combo is an out and out commercial
vehicle but it also offers cutting edge technologies unique in the
segment, and a level of comfort for the occupants directly inherited
from the Opel Combo Life passenger version that went on sale in early June.
Innovative assistance systems such as the Permanent Rear View Camera1
ensure outstanding visibility and make the drive more relaxing.
Everybody who has driven a transporter knows that looking through the
rear view mirror can be challenging - or even impossible in case of a
fully loaded vehicle or a full panel van: in these cases, the car has to
be driven via the exterior door mirrors. This is not applicable to the
new Opel Combo. It can be equipped with a Rear View Camera that shows the
area behind the car on the infotainment screen. On one hand, it
facilitates manoeuvring via guidelines as soon as reverse is selected.
On the other hand, when driving forward, it displays an area from 4 to
30 metres behind the vehicle and can thus be used as a permanent
“digital” rear view mirror. A second camera1 fitted in the
exterior door mirror on the passenger side further improves the overall
view. As soon as the passenger side indicator is activated, the
passenger side view is shown on the monitor, resulting in a major
increase in safety for all road users as a blind spot is almost unheard
of for Opel Combo drivers.
In addition the newcomer comes with further
ultra-modern driver assistance systems known from the Opel Combo Life
passenger version. The offer is unique on the market and includes:
Forward Collision Alert with pedestrian detection and Automatic Emergency Braking
Lane Keep Assist
Hill Descent Control
Intelligent Speed Adaptation
Automatic Cruise Control
Driver Drowsiness Alert
Speed Sign Recognition
Last but not least, the new generation of infotainment systems
ensures outstanding on-board connectivity. The Apple CarPlay and
Android Auto compatible Multimedia Radio and Multimedia Navi Pro systems
can easily be controlled via the prominent 8-inch colour easy-to-read,
easy-to-reach touchscreen. The integrated navigation system of the
top-of-the-line unit with European maps and 3D navigation also shows TMC
(Traffic Messaging Channel) updates, thus ensuring that drivers can
always select the perfect route to get to their customers and avoid
traffic jams.
And, as there is nothing like enjoying comfort
before or after work with the heated front seats, the heated steering
wheel – unique in this segment and typical Opel – and the comfortable
rear bench. And occupants can keep a cool head even on the hottest days
thanks to the dual zone climate control.
Just like its passenger
car sibling, the Combo will be able to draw upon a range of lively and
efficient engines combined with modern transmissions. Together with
first-class load volume, comfort levels similar to those in passenger
cars and extensive on-board entertainment, they make the new Opel Combo
an ideal and general purpose commercial vehicle for much more than just
working life.
[1] Expected to be available from 2019.
[2] Active at speeds below 10 km/h.
[3]
Works automatically above 5 km/h and below 85 km/h. From 0 to 30 km/h
the deceleration metric to reduce the impact speed of the collision is
0.9g. From 30 to 85 km/h the system brakes to the speed by a maximum of
22 km/h. After this threshold, the driver needs to brake himself to
reduce the speed even further.
Order books open: Innovative leisure activity van all daily tasks
All in: Numerous ultra-modern driver assistance systems as standard
Clean performance: All petrol and diesel units already meet Euro 6d-TEMP standard
Extremely flexible: Available with long or short wheelbase with five or seven seats
Always good for a surprise: Perfect for young explorer
On sale now: The innovative Opel Combo Life offers lots of interior
space, flexibility and numerous advanced technologies for a starting
price of 19,995 euros including VAT in Germany.
The new everyday hero is in the starting blocks and the order books
for the innovative Opel Combo Life are now open. It offers plenty of
space thanks to a completely new architecture, flexible configuration
optionally as a short (4.4 meters) or XL version (4.75 meters)
both with either five or seven seats and robust, Opel-typical design.
Full of character, a real space wonder and a true friend that not only
families will love. The new Opel Combo Life offers a feel-good
atmosphere with an unrivalled number of ultra-modern technologies for
this segment. Even for an attractive entry-level price of €19,995 the
all-rounder has driver assistance systems such as Forward collision alert with pedestrian detection and Automatic Emergency Braking[1],
Lane Keep Assist, Hill Start Assist, Intelligent Speed Adaptation and
Speed Limiter along with Driver Drowsiness Alerts and Speed Sign
recognition. Elsewhere, features such as the comfort driver and
front passenger seats or tinted heat-absorbing glazing increase the
well-being of the occupants of the entry-level version.
Flexible, stylish, environmentally friendly: New Opel Combo Life is
powered by Euro 6d-TEMP engines.
For prices starting at €23,450 the Opel Combo Life is available in the
Edition trim. This then includes further equipment features such as the
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatible Multimedia Radio with eight-inch colour touchscreen, air-conditioning and heated steering wheel as standard.
Typically Opel: Centre console of the new Combo Life is clearly influenced by the brand’s German DNA.
“The new Opel Combo Life, which is available to order now, is perfect
for any situation. A real everyday hero,” said Peter Küspert, Managing
Director Sales and Marketing Opel Automobile GmbH. “Our newcomer
impresses with maximum flexibility, a high level of comfort,
ultra-modern driver assistance and infotainment systems along with
numerous clever solutions. And all this is available for an entry-level
price below €20,000. We are once again democratising innovations with
the new Combo Life.”
The portfolio of lively and frugal petrol and diesel engines (Fuel consumption[2]: urban 6.7-4.5 l/100 km, extra-urban 5.1-3.8 l/100 km, combined 5.7-4.1 l/100 km, 130-108 g/km CO2)
deliver the matching driving performance. They already meet the
stringent Euro 6d-TEMP emissions standard that comes into force for all
new registrations in September 2019. The units will be combined with
modern five and six-speed manual transmission. In addition, a segment
first, especially low-friction eight-speed automatic with Quickshift
technology will also be available. It can be ordered in combination with
the 1.5-litre, 96 kW/130 hp top-of-the-range diesel that delivers
maximum torque of 300 Nm (Fuel consumption2: urban 4.8-4.6 l/100 km, extra-urban 4.3-4.1 l/100 km, combined 4.5-4.3 l/100 km, 118-113 g/km CO2).
Elsewhere, the new Opel Combo Life raises the bar with regards to
safety and comfort. It is fitted with technologies and driver assistance
systems well-known from the compact or SUV segment such as, Rear View Camera with 180° bird’s-eye view, Head up display and IntelliGrip
electronic traction control that ensure outstanding traction and stable
handling no matter whether the Combo Life is driving on mud, sand, wet
roads or snow. One of the newcomers to the Opel portfolio of assistance
systems is Flank Guard[3]. It supports drivers
when turning at low speeds. And on top of that the new Opel Combo Life
is also pleasant on the eye thanks to bold proportions giving a strong
and robust appearance.
Comfortable, flexible, practical – and extremely clever
Apart from the unusual amount of technologies and assistance systems
for a car in this segment, the Opel Combo Life will also delight
families and traders with a lot of space and maximum flexibility while
also maintaining a high level of comfort. Both the standard and the
longer version of the 1.8-metre high van are available with either five
or seven seats. The five-seat, standard length version has a minimum
luggage volume of 597 litres[4]. People requiring even more space can obviously also opt for the long wheelbase with a minimum luggage volume of 850 litres3.
The newcomer also displays true transporter qualities with the seats
folded down. The luggage volume of the standard version more than
triples to 2,126 litres[5] while the long version can carry up to 2,693 litres5.
All aboard: With up to 2,693 litres of versatile storage space, new Opel Combo Life can accommodate a huge variety of passengers,
creatures and objects.
Furthermore, the developers have also thought about how to transport
long items. Therefore, the front passenger seat folds flush with the
rear seats, extending the length of the loading area so that even
surfboards can be transported. The designers also ensured that the
annoying gap sometimes left between luggage and tailgate can be utilised
thanks to the optional opening window integrated in the tailgate
(standard on Opel Combo Life INNOVATION). Those in need of even more space
and even more storage possibilities or those who want to tow a trailer
(trailer load up to 1,500 kg) can obviously also attach a trailer via
the optional fixed or removable towing hook.
The second row seating setup of both variants also caters for
individual preferences. Customers will be able to choose between the
standard second row bench with 60/40 split or alternatively three
individual seats, which can be folded conveniently from the boot[6]. In both cases, each seating position has its own Isofix child seat bracket as standard allowing for three child seats to be fitted next to each other.
Fit for fun: Unusually for a car in this class, New Opel Combo
Life can accommodate three children in their safety seats in the second
row.
Furthermore, each seat has a top tether anchor point designed to lessen
forward movement of the forward facing child seat in the event of a
frontal collision and thus reduce the risk of injury. Meanwhile, easy
access to the passenger compartment is guaranteed by the large sliding
doors.
Sky’s the limit: Occupants of the new Opel Combo Life will get
stars in their eyes with the optional panoramic roof, which also
features a shelf illuminated by LED lighting in the ceiling.
The panoramic roof (standard for Opel Combo Life Innovation)
permits passenger to savour starry nights or lap up the warm rays of the
sun. When the sun is too strong for the occupants’ liking, an electric
sunblind, activated though a switch in the overhead console, can be
closed, providing total protection. When open, the panoramic roof also
improves the feeling of space even further while simultaneously creating
a pleasant and light ambience. When ordered with the panoramic roof,
the Opel Combo Life comes with overhead storage running down the centre of
the vehicle with LED lighting as standard. Furthermore, in this
configuration the newcomer is also fitted with a large 36-litre storage
box mounted above the hat tray in the boot. This enables for some of the
space normally not utilised when not packing up to the roof is used
sensibly – without impeding the view of following traffic through the
rear view mirror. The driver and front seat passenger can find further
useful storage possibilities in the central console, the door pockets
and an upper and lower glove box.
Last, but not least the numerous connectivity possibilities ensure
outstanding entertainment. Opel Combo Life offers Opel-typical modern
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatible infotainment systems
with up to eight-inch capacitive colour touchscreen along with USB ports
in the front and second to charge tablets and smartphones. A 230V power
socket in the front footwell even allows one passenger to plug in a
laptop. Furthermore, compatible smartphones can also be charged
wirelessly via the inductive charging pad.
1] Works automatically above 5 km/h and below 85 km/h.
From 0 to 30 km/h the deceleration metric to reduce the impact speed of
the collision is 0.9 g. From 30 to 85 km/h the system brakes to the
speed by a maximum of 22 km/h. After this threshold, the driver needs to
brake himself to reduce the speed even further.
[2] WLTP measurements converted to NEDC values for comparison [3] active below 10km/h [4] Measured until the top of the back seat. [5] Measured up to the roof. [6] Available from 2019.
