Opel Electrifies with Emotional Line-up at XS Cars'n'Coffee

• Goosebumps, speed and euphoria: Opel Mokka GSE Rally and Opel Mokka GSE at the DEKRA Lausitzring
• Rugged show car for all occasions: Opel Frontera GRAVEL made for adventure seekers
• Opel in the spotlight: After the XS Carnight Festival on Lake Wörthersee, XS fans gather in Brandenburg

On Sunday, motorsport and tuning fans flocked to the DEKRA Lausitzring in Brandenburg where the community celebrated particularly sporty and eye-catching automobiles at the XS Cars'n'Coffee event. And Opel was right in the middle of the action. The brand with the Blitz attracted a lot of interest with its new battery-electric models Opel Mokka GSE Rally and Opel Mokka GSE as well as the extraordinary show car for adventure seekers, the Opel Frontera GRAVEL. A look at the trio was enough to create the proverbial OMG! feeling. Furthermore, Opel once again demonstrated that it has always sent the pulses of motorsport fans racing. The German brand also displayed an Opel Vectra B racing car from the Opel Classic collection.

Pure OMG! GSE power: New Opel Mokka GSE Rally and Opel Mokka GSE

At the Lausitzring, the new Opel Mokka GSE Rally was in its element at the weekend. Because the new rally electric car with the characteristic GSE abbreviation stands for goosebumps, speed and euphoria – perfect for the XS fans who had travelled to the event. From the outside, Opel Mokka GSE Rally, which was recently shown at the IAA Mobility in Munich, attracts attention with motorsport foiling including OMG! GSE lettering, black bonnet, yellow brake calipers and many other rally accents. The key technical data are even more impressive: 207 kW (281 hp) of peak power, 345 Newton metres of torque and sophisticated motorsport technology make the Mokka GSE Rally a unique all-electric rally car.

Best of all, Opel is also bringing this motorsport feeling to the general public in the form of the new Opel Mokka GSE, which is already available to order. With 207 kW (281 hp), the series electric car is just as powerful as its motorsport counterpart. And with the immediate torque of 345 Newton meters brisk acceleration is also guaranteed. Opel Mokka GSE accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 5.9 seconds – and with a top speed of 200 km/h, it is now the fastest all-electric production Opel. The sophisticated technology, which is also inspired by the rally car, contributes to the extraordinary performance. For example, Opel Mokka GSE has a Torsen multi-plate limited-slip differential as well as a chassis with specifically designed axles and new double hydraulic shock absorbers. All high-voltage components of the production Opel Mokka GSE come from Opel Mokka GSE Rally. The steering system, chassis and brakes have also been designed to be particularly sporty and optimised with Opel's experience from electric rallying.

Adventure calls: With the Opel Frontera GRAVEL show car

Eleswhere, a completely different Opel celebrated its second XS Carnight appearance at the Lausitzring: the Opel Frontera GRAVEL. The bold, all-electric show car had already caused a stir at its first public appearance at the XS Carnight on Lake Wörthersee in the spring. Now the adventurous version of the family-friendly SUV Frontera thrilled visitors to XS Cars'n'Coffee. The exterior design of the Frontera GRAVEL already awakens the desire to head off the beaten track thanks to its characteristic paintwork and foiling. The matt black roof and the matt black bonnet contrast with the ‘Desert Stone’ foil uniquely selected for Opel Frontera GRAVEL. Additional orange accents are provided by the exterior mirror housings, front and rear bumpers, spoiler and the Opel Blitz in the black Opel Vizor.

The rugged look is further enhanced by a front-mounted winch and hook, side storage boxes at the rear, and a robust lattice-style roof rack designed to maximise gear-carrying capacity for all adventures. And in keeping with the tougher challenges of rough gravel and stone surfaces, Opel Frontera GRAVEL stands on special, seven-inch-wide CWE-16-inch BORBET wheels.

Combined values for Opel Mokka GSE according to WLTP1: Energy consumption 17.9-18.5 kWh/100 km, CO2 emissions 0 g/km; CO2 label: A

[1] The values of a vehicle depend not only on the efficient use of fuel by the vehicle, but are also influenced by driving behavior and other non-technical factors.

Rugged Show Car Ready for Everything: Opel Frontera GRAVEL

• Showstopper: New show car provides a vision for a rugged version of family SUV
• Beyond the asphalt: Extra-robust design made for rough and tough gravel roads
• Public premiere: Opel Frontera GRAVEL at the XS CARNIGHT Wörthersee on May 30

New Opel Frontera is ready for daily adventures. It is rugged, offers plenty of space, is electrified in every variant and is ideally equipped for the demands of everyday life – as can be seen in the pan-European launch campaign. Opel Frontera GRAVEL, is a bold show car which demonstrates what a more adventure-ready variant of the family-friendly SUV could look like. Rougher, tougher, made for life beyond the asphalt – this is the feeling Opel Frontera GRAVEL conveys. Designed by Opel in Russelsheim for its enthusiast community and built in collaboration with motorsport tuning partners BlackFish and XS, it is therefore fitting that the Opel Frontera GRAVEL will make its first public appearance in front of car fan community at the XS CARNIGHT Wörthersee on May 30.

"New Opel Frontera is already standout. It is rugged, practical, and perfect for families and everyday adventures. But with the Opel Frontera GRAVEL show car, we’ve pushed the limits, imagining a tougher, more daring, trailblazing version. This concept is built to fire up our fanbase and test the demand for a bolder, more rugged Frontera in the future. It’s all about freedom, adventure, excitement and pushing boundaries," said Rebecca Reinermann, Vice President Marketing of Opel and Vauxhall.

New Adventures call with Opel Frontera GRAVEL show car

Opel Frontera GRAVEL is built on the all-electric production model of the new Opel Frontera, allowing for locally emissions-free driving and thus ideally suited for nature drives. Its low centre of gravity and strong torque make it perfectly suited for soft roading adventures. To match the tougher challenges of rougher gravel and stone surfaces, Opel Frontera GRAVEL stands on special, 7x16-inch CWE wheels from BORBET.

On the exterior, its distinctive colourway and foiling evoke a sense of adventure and exploration. The matte black roof and bonnet, contrast with the special ‘Desert stone’ foil, uniquely selected for the Opel Frontera GRAVEL. For greater visibility offroad additional orange accents on the exterior mirror housings, front and rear bumpers, spoiler and the Opel Blitz in the black Opel Vizor complete the bold and eye-catching look.

Rugged look is further enhanced by a front-mounted winch and hook, side storage boxes at the rear, and a robust lattice-style roof rack designed to maximise gear-carrying capacity for all adventures. Additional exterior spotlights are mounted on the Thule Canyon XT carrier and the bonnet, providing excellent visibility for night-time driving over rough terrain.

Bold yet rugged theme continues in the interior. Here, the XS specialists have introduced strong contrasts. The driver and front passenger can enjoy comfortable seats, trimmed in microfibre with bright orange highlights, while the headliner is completely black.

All those who want to be among the first to see the Opel Frontera GRAVEL live can do so in the coming days. At the XS CARNIGHT Wörthersee, which takes place from May 28 to June 1 around Klagenfurt, Austria, Opel and the XS team will present the unmistakable show car to the general public for the first time – on Friday, May 30, in the Opel Hall at the Klagenfurt Trade Fair. Tickets for the event are still available here.

Easter Egg Hunt - Opel Way: Find Sharks in All-New Opel Grandland

• Dive into depths of New Opel Grandland: Several sharks hide in new top SUV
• Iconic idea: Shark tradition at Opel began around 20 years ago with a boy's brainwave
• Attention to detail: Designers fill Opel's pure and bold design philosophy with life
• To be continued: Small sharks also in new Opel Frontera and further models

Many families are already to go on an Easter egg hunt together. But why should it always be the classic Easter nests in the garden or chocolate bunnies that provide surprises? Opel has a completely different, even more exciting and above all ‘weatherproof’ suggestion – and those familiar with the brand will guess what it is: Why not dive into the depths of an Opel model and keep an eye out for well-hidden little sharks? Miniature predators have been delighting drivers and passengers alike for almost 20 years now – and continue to do so in all-new Opel Grandland.

New top SUV from Opel offers plenty of everything: innovative technologies such as the adaptive, glare-free IntelliLux HD light, maximum comfort with Intelli-Seats as standard, clever solutions such as the translucent Pixel Box in the centre console and many other surprises such as the cute sharks – which appear in whole swarms in some places on the latest ‘Golden Steering Wheel’ winner 1. But you will need to do a bit of detective work to find out exactly where, as the sea dwellers are shy by nature. 

They can hardly be seen at first glance; instead, one lid has to be opened, another tray turned or the surroundings of the wirelessly charging smartphone viewed from a completely new perspective. Electrified in every variant and produced with many recycled materials, the Grandland also conserves resources in line with Opel's ‘Greenovation’ approach and thus ensures that the iconic sharks feel even more at home in the vehicle.

“The sharks have become iconic among the community. And they show the attention our designers pay to even the smallest detail,” said Design Director Karim Giordimaina. “Many customers are already looking forward to searching for the sharks when they buy their next Opel model. So, the playful sharks are also proof of how we inspire enthusiasm and emotions with our vehicles, on a large as well as on a small scale.”

Iconic brainwave: Opel sharks story began in 2004

Thus, it is no wonder that the miniature sharks have been making their way into every new model for many years. But how come that they were allowed to become a regular feature in Opel cars at all? A brief look back: One Sunday afternoon in 2004, designer Dietmar Finger was at home working on a sketch for the Corsa D which was to be launched two years later. He was designing the ordinary outer panel of the glove box, which is mostly invisible because it is hidden by the closed passenger door. However, when the glove box is opened, this panel must ensure stability – which it does with ribs integrated in the plastic surface. Finger was designing the ribs when his son looked at the sketch and said, “Why don’t you just draw a shark?” “Why not!” thought the designer and gave the ribs their characteristic shape! The next day, he showed the shark profile to Niels Loeb and the then Corsa Chief Designer was immediately sold on the idea. The shark in the glove box went into series production and the ‘Opel sharks story’ began.

Next came Opel Zafira, where Karim Giordimaina, then in charge of the interior design, hid three sharks in the compact van’s cockpit. Further permanent ‘shark appearances’ followed, first in the Opel ADAM and subsequently in all other car models up to the current generation Astra and Astra Sports Tourer as well as the new Grandland, where several tiny sea creatures are hidden in various places.

This has created an iconic ritual. Since the mid-2000s, every interior chief designer has made sure that at the end of the development process of a new model they have at least one shark somewhere in the interior. The exact locations always remain secret, even from top management. The fish therefore often stay hidden until the launch, which makes for an interesting search for shark lovers both inside and outside the company.

Consequently, the ‘Opel sharks story’ continues. Customers will soon be able to go on a shark hunt with the whole family in the new Opel Frontera. And in future Opel vehicles, too, the mini predators will be making their rounds, sometimes more, sometimes less hidden. Depending on the model, they may well change their territory in the depths of the interior and bodywork. So it remains exciting for customers to see where and how many sharks they will discover in their new Opel model.

[1] AUTO BILD edition 46/2024 and BILD am SONNTAG edition 45/2024, category ‘Best car under €50,000’.

Contract Extended: Florian Huettl to remain CEO of Opel and Vauxhall for Three More Years

Florian Huettl will remain CEO of Opel/Vauxhall. The supervisory board of Opel Automobile GmbH has extended the 48-year-old's contract by another three years. Florian Huettl has been at the helm of the Opel and Vauxhall brands since June 2022 and has also led Stellantis' activities in Germany since December 2024.

"Over the past three years at the helm of Opel/Vauxhall, Florian Huettl has demonstrated that he can consistently position the traditional brands for the future, even in challenging times. He is a proven industry expert with outstanding leadership skills and experience in the international market environment. We are convinced that Florian will successfully shape the further development of Opel, Vauxhall and the German Stellantis organisation," said Xavier Chéreau, Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Opel Automobile GmbH and Chief Human Resources, ESG, ICT & Heritage Officer.

Efficient and Electrified - New Opel SUV Trio: Opel Grandland, Frontera and Mokka

• For electric fans: All-New Opel Grandland Electric, Frontera Electric and Mokka Electric
• Extended range: STLA Medium platform enables up to around 700 kilometres of battery-electric, locally emissions-free range (WLTP 1)
• Electric All In: Opel provides relaxing electromobility and peace of mind with included e-services when purchasing a battery-electric passenger car
• For ‘electric newcomers’: Opel Grandland, Frontera and Mokka Hybrid with 48-volt system
• Freedom of choice: Top-of-the-line SUV Opel Grandland, family-friendly Frontera and sharp Mokka form youngest SUV trio on market

With all-new Opel Grandland and Frontera as well as new Mokka, Opel offers youngest SUV trio on market and right model for every taste. From the compact, further sharpened Mokka to the family-friendly Frontera and the new top-of-the-line Grandland, each SUV is already available to order – with powerful and efficient, electrifying drives. Each of the three newcomers is available both all-electric and thus locally emissions-free and with efficient, fuel-saving 48-volt hybrid drives. In addition, the Grandland even comes as a dynamic plug-in hybrid. All customers need to do is decide which model and which drive is best suited to their needs.

Travelling locally emissions-free: All-New Opel Grandland, Frontera and Mokka Electric

All-new Opel Grandland not only shines with innovations such as the new 3D Vizor with illuminated Opel Blitz logo and illuminated OPEL wordmark at the rear as well as glare-free Intelli-Lux HD light or the practical Pixel Box for inductive smartphone charging. The ‘Golden Steering Wheel 2024’ winner4 is also the first Opel based on the BEV-native STLA Medium platform. Grandland Electric customers already have the choice of two 157 kW (213 hp) electric variants, which propel the Grandland from 0 to 100 km/h in 9 seconds and offer ranges suitable for everyday use and travelling.

With the 73 kWh battery (usable capacity), all-electric SUV can cover up to 523 kilometres (WLTP 1) between charging stops. In the Grandland Electric GS with an 82 kWh battery, the range increases to up to 582 kilometres (WLTP 1). And soon, the 97 kWh battery will even be able to cover up to around 700 kilometres (WLTP 1) with zero local emissions. If the Grandland needs to be recharged, it takes less than 30 minutes to charge to 80 per cent of the battery capacity with a charging capacity of up to 160 kW at a public fast charging station.

If customers want to drive a stylish and individual, yet more compact SUV in the city and beyond, they can order the new Opel Mokka Electric with a 115 kW (156 hp) electric motor. Thanks to efficient packaging, the engineers were able to ensure an exemplary range with a compact size of the 54 kWh battery. This means that up to 403 kilometres (WLTP 1) can be covered locally emissions-free. The space-saving underfloor location of the battery enables a low centre of gravity and ensures that the new Mokka Electric stands confidently on the road. And with 260 Newton meters of torque available immediately, the battery electric car provides quick acceleration from a standing start and plenty of driving pleasure.

At the same time, the new Opel Mokka Electric comes with state-of-the-art infotainment. The further developed bestseller already offers a 10-inch digital driver information display and an equally large colour touchscreen as standard. If the new Mokka has integrated navigation, map updates are loaded into the system over the air. As in the Grandland, the system can now learn and independently suggest destinations and route guidance based on the habits of the linked driver profile thanks to ChatGPT5 (available with Connected Navigation).

New Opel Frontera not only stands out as an exceptional and flexible SUV with its robust design and numerous practical solutions in the interior. The family-friendly newcomer also makes everyday driving and holiday trips a pleasure thanks to its drivetrains. In line with Opel's ‘Greenovation’ approach, every Frontera is electrified. Customers who want to travel locally emissions-free can already order the battery-electric Frontera Electric with 83 kW (113 hp) and 44 kWh (usable) battery and drive up to 305 kilometres (according to WLTP 1) without charging stop. As a ‘long-range’ version, the new Frontera Electric will soon be able to travel up to around 400 kilometres (preliminary range according to WLTP1) between charges.

Electric All In: Enjoying relaxing road trips with new all-electric Opel SUVs

But the new Grandland Electric, Mokka Electric and Frontera Electric are not only easy to drive and charge. Opel is making electric mobility simple and affordable for customers – starting with the vehicle purchase. Customers who buy a battery-electric Opel passenger car will now receive numerous services on top. ‘Electric All In’2 is the name of the formula that makes the switch to electromobility child’s play and everyday motoring more pleasant. The offer includes services such as an eProWallbox Move for quick charging at home, Opel Connect PLUS pack 6 and eight years of mobile charging assistance and roadside assistance7 as well as battery guarantee.

Best of two worlds: All-New Opel Grandland, Frontera and Mokka as 48-volt hybrids

Customers who prefer driving electrified and saving fuel without having to change driving and operating habits or having to connect the car to a charging point, can choose the hybrid variants with 48-volt system. The clever, cost efficient and compact 48-volt hybrid technology of the Grandland Hybrid, Frontera Hybrid and Mokka Hybrid offers many advantages in everyday use. The drivetrain includes a lithium-ion battery that charges automatically under certain driving conditions, as well as a 100 kW (136 hp) turbocharged 1.2-litre petrol engine (Frontera Hybrid additionally with 74 kW (100 hp) available). The three-cylinder engine was developed specifically for hybrid use and comes in combination with an electrified six-speed dual-clutch transmission and a 21 kW (28 hp) electric motor.

Technology is especially effective in city traffic. The electric drive supports the petrol engine when accelerating and starting from a standstill. The electric motor contributes torque, especially at low engine speeds, which benefits driving dynamics and CO2 savings. At low speeds, the electric motor also enables all-electric travel for up to one kilometre or up to 50 per cent of the time driven in the city. When Opel Grandland, Frontera or Mokka Hybrid slow down at higher speeds, the petrol engine switches off while the electric motor acts as a generator to recharge the 48-volt battery of the hybrid system. The optimally coordinated system is designed to always provide the best performance with the lowest energy consumption.

And customers looking for a third electrified drive variant will find what they are looking for in the new top-of-the-line Opel Grandland SUV. All-new Opel Grandland plug-in hybrid offers a locally emissions-free range of up to 87 kilometres (WLTP 1). With a system output of 143 kW (195 hp) and 350 Nm of maximum torque in combination with the electrified seven-speed dual clutch transmission, a lot of driving pleasure is guaranteed. Front-wheel drive car sprints from 0 to 100 km/h in just 7.8 seconds; A top speed of 220 km/h is possible.

[1] Range values determined according to WLTP test procedure methodology (R (EC) No. 715/2007, R (EU) No. 2017/1151). 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. Values for Opel Grandland with 97 kWh battery are preliminary and the vehicle is not available yet.

[2] Offer for private customers when purchasing a fully electric passenger car from participating Opel partners by June 30, 2025.

[3] A vehicle's values not only depend on the vehicle's efficient use of fuel, but are also influenced by driving behaviour and other non-technical factors.

[4] AUTO BILD edition 46/2024 and BILD am SONNTAG edition 45/2024, category ‘Best car under €50,000’.

[5] This new service uses the power of generative artificial intelligence including the technologies of the SoundHound Chat AI platform. Version 3.5 of ChatGPT uses data dating back to January 2022 at the latest, and therefore has no knowledge of events and data after that date.

[6] Connect PLUS services are available for no additional charge for 6 months after the start of the warranty. After this period, the services will be subject to a charge.

[7] Eight years of roadside and mobile charging assistance; mobile charging assistance up to three times a year.

‘Electric All In’: Opel Simplifies Switch to Electromobility

• More than purchasing a car: Opel provides relaxing electromobility and peace of mind with included e-services
• All included: eProWallbox Move, Charging Pass, Opel Connect PLUS services, eight-year battery guarantee along with roadside assistance and many more
• Wide range of choice: ‘Electric All In’ available for all battery-electric Opel passenger cars 

As the first German manufacturer with a battery-electric version of each model in its portfolio, Opel is making buying an electric vehicle easy, affordable and, above all, worry-free. Customers who buy a battery-electric model like the new Opel Grandland Electric or the new Opel Frontera Electric will now receive numerous services on top. ‘Electric All In’ is the name of the formula that makes the switch to electromobility child’s play and everyday motoring more pleasant. The offer includes services such as an eProWallbox Move for quick charging at home, Opel Connect PLUS pack1 and eight years of mobile charging assistance, roadside assistance and battery guarantee. All customers need to do is download a digital pass online or instore.

“Opel is electric. We already offer at least one battery-electric variant for every model. In addition, we make everyday electromobility even easier and more reliable thanks to our 'Electric All In' carefree package. At Opel, customers do not just buy their electric vehicle – they are also completely covered by the numerous electric services. With this unique approach, we want to make the switch to electromobility even easier and push the roll-out of this important drive technology,” said Opel CEO Florian Huettl.

Those interested in electric vehicles primarily look at three questions: Is the electric range sufficient for my needs? What about charging time and infrastructure? What does service and maintenance look like for electric models? With the ‘Electric All In’ package, Opel offers the right answer and makes it easier to switch to a battery-electric model:

• Charging made easy: For quick charging at home, customers receive an eProWallbox Move with numerous intelligent solutions included when purchasing an Opel electric vehicle. Thanks to WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity, the wallbox can be controlled remotely via an app and the charging status can be checked at any time. When the electric car needs recharging on longer trips, the included Charging Pass ensures problem-free charging at more than 850.000 public charging points in Europe.

• Connectivity: Emergency calls4 and breakdown calls4 are included, as are numerous Opel Connect PLUS services1. They range from e-Remote control, which can be used to check the charging status and battery level of the vehicle or program the air conditioning using the myOpel app, to remote control functions such as remotely locking the doors or switching on the lights, to live navigation with real-time information about charging stations, parking spaces, e-ROUTES app and much more.

• Reassuring security: Customers can also enjoy peace of mind when it comes to the battery life of their electric vehicle. Opel offers an eight-year guarantee on the vehicle battery. And if the vehicle needs mobile charging or roadside assistance5 during this period, Opel will also provide on-site support.

With ‘Electric All In’, which will initially be launched in Germany, Spain and Belgium with other markets to follow, Opel offers a complete package for electric car drivers that protects customers and increases the joy of electromobility. With this package nothing stands in the way of switching to one of the numerous battery-electric Opel models.

[1] Connect PLUS services are available for no additional charge for 6 months after the start of the warranty. After this period, the services will be subject to a charge.

[2] Offer for private customers when purchasing a fully electric passenger car from participating Opel partners by June 30, 2025.

[3] A vehicle's values not only depend on the vehicle's efficient use of fuel, but are also influenced by driving behaviour and other non-technical factors.

[4] Available free of charge for 10 years after the start of the warranty.

[5] Eight years of roadside and mobile charging assistance; mobile charging assistance up to three times a year.

Brussels Motor Show 2025: All-New Opel Grandland, Opel Frontera & Opel Mokka Take Centre Stage

• Electrified SUVs: Opel CEO Florian Huettl presents all-new Grandland, Frontera and Mokka
• Full selection: Opel is the first German manufacturer with a battery-electric version of each model
• Simple, affordable, relaxed: Opel makes buying an electric car easier with “Electric All In”

Opel CEO Florian Huettl announced that the brand is going “Electric All In” at the brand's press conference at the start of the Brussels Motor Show 2025 earlier today. Opel is underpinning this with the electrified and at the same time youngest SUV portfolio on the market. Until January 19, Opel is presenting the all-new Opel Grandland and Frontera as well as the new Opel Mokka together in Belgium for the first time. In order to further push the electric offensive and make buying an electric car even easier, the Opel CEO also announced the new “Electric All In” package.

“Opel is a driver of the electrified automotive future and are the first German manufacturer to make buying an electric car even more affordable and relaxing with at least one battery-electric variant of every model. This is now also ensured by our new 'Electric All In' package, which makes the switch to electromobility attractive to our customers beyond the product itself,” said Florian Huettl at the press conference at stand 5.07 in Hall 5 of the Brussels Expo.

Unique: “Electric All In” approach and new electrified Opel SUV trio

What does “Electric All In” mean? Customers now receive numerous additional services when purchasing a battery-electric Opel. Depending on the market, services such as an ePro wallbox for quick charging at home, Opel Connect Plus services1 and eight years of mobile charging assistance, roadside assistance and battery guarantee are included. “A unique approach that provides the right answers to customers’ questions and makes the switch to a battery-electric model easier in every respect,” said Huettl.

With the new electrified SUV trio of Grandland, Frontera and Mokka, Opel is optimally positioned in this important growth market. The SUV market is the most important sector for Opel in Europe. B and C SUVs accounted for around 44 percent of all new car registrations in Europe last year - and demand continues to grow.

“Making innovations and new technologies accessible to broad audience is part of our DNA. This also includes promoting and implementing electromobility,” continued Huettl. “The new Opel Frontera Electric represents another milestone with its exemplary entry-level price – a spacious, family-friendly and, above all, affordable everyday hero.” With a vehicle length of 4.38 meters, the always electrified SUV offers space for up to seven people or up to around 1,600 litres of loading volume. Many practical features including a smartphone station complement the outstanding packaging. “For many customers, the Frontera will be their first electrified vehicle.”

The new top-of-the-line Opel Grandland SUV demonstrates what Opel means by ‘German Energy’ and ‘Modern German’. “The Grandland was designed and engineered in Germany and it is also built in the Eisenach factory,” said Huettl. The top model in the German brand's SUV trio is also the first Opel based on the BEV-native STLA Medium platform and offers numerous clever features and groundbreaking technologies such as the adaptive, glare-free IntelliLux HD light with more than 50,000 individual elements. The ‘Golden Steering Wheel 2024’ winner2 always delights with the new 3D Vizor – depending on the equipment, even with an illuminated Opel Blitz on the front for the first time. At the view, the Grandland also has the continuously illuminated Opel wordmark. “The Grandland also represents what we call ‘Greenovation’, one example being the chrome-free body. In total, the vehicle has more than 500 kilogrammes of 'green' materials," said Huettl, explaining how the Grandland further reduces its CO2 footprint in addition to its locally emissions-free drives.

Elsewhere, the new Opel Mokka is also an eyecatcher. “The Mokka has been our stylish brand shaper since its launch,” said the Opel CEO. For this reason, Opel has only gently sharpened the exterior design of the successful Mokka while focusing on bringing new life to the interior. “With the new Mokka, we are bringing state-of-the-art digital technologies from higher vehicle segments to the compact SUV class.” This includes the next generation of infotainment including intelligent ChatGPT 3 functions. And with the Mokka, customers also have a wide choice of highly efficient and resource-saving drive alternatives.

Fit for the future: With electrified newcomers and Opel bestsellers

But Opel is not only well positioned to meet the challenges and the changing buyer preferences with the new SUV trio. This is also ensured by the bestsellers exhibited in Brussels such as Corsa Electric and Astra Sports Tourer. For the fourth year in a row, the Corsa is the best-selling small car in Germany and the number one battery-electric vehicle in its segment in Great Britain. The Astra has a market share of more than 5 percent in its segment across Europe and was at the top of the registration figures in Germany last August for the first time this century, thus surpassing its competitors. In addition, it is the only model from a German manufacturer that currently offers a fully electric estate in this class, the Sports Tourer. And when it comes to light commercial vehicles, Opel is also at the forefront with its range – especially with the Vivaro Electric.

The Brussels Motor Show is open to the public daily from 10am to 7pm until January 19. On January 13 and 17, visitors can even enjoy the automotive innovations until 10pm.

[1] AUTO BILD edition 46/2024 and BILD am SONNTAG edition 45/2024, category ‘Best car under €50,000’.

[2] This new service uses the power of generative artificial intelligence including the technologies of the SoundHound Chat AI platform. Version 3.5 of ChatGPT uses data dating back to January 2022 at the latest, and therefore has no knowledge of events and data after that date.

[3] 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.

Order Books Now Open: New Opel Frontera Electric Available from €28,990, New Opel Frontera Hybrid from €23,900

• Electrified mobility for all: Competitive pricing for family-friendly SUV
• Eyecatcher: Rugged interpretation of Opel design philosophy
• Space aplenty: Up to 1,594 litres of luggage space, seven-seater option also available
• Simplified offer: Two drivetrain concepts, two trims, two optional packages

After recently celebrating the world premiere of the new Frontera Electric and the new Frontera Hybrid in Istanbul (Türkiye), Opel has today opened the order books and revealed the prices for the family-friendly newcomer. Customers can call the new five-seater Frontera Electric their own from prices starting at €28,990 (all prices RRP in Germany) while the new Frontera Hybrid is available from €23,900. But that is not all. New Opel Frontera also offers the choice between five and seven seats. The two additional seats for the Hybrid only cost an additional €800 making the newcomer a perfect shuttle for family and friends.

“Our new Opel Frontera offers great packaging and value for money. The rugged interpretation of our bold and pure design philosophy combined with the highly competitive prices for the all-electric or electrified version will delight customers. This newcomer shows our ambition to further democratise electromobility,” said Opel CEO Florian Huettl.

Robust appearance and numerous practical features as standard

Striking design of the new Opel Frontera makes it stand out immediately. Opel Frontera is the first production model to proudly bear the new Opel Blitz emblem in the centre of Opel Vizor brand fascia. Prominent wheel arches and sills as well as the eye-catching C-pillar design underline the robust character. 

Modern looks with a focus on the essentials continue seamlessly in the interior. The driver and passengers look at a cockpit with a newly designed steering wheel and two optional 10-inch widescreens. 

Alternatively, Opel Frontera also offers the innovative Smartphone Station, which enables customers to utilise the power of their own smartphone as the infotainment system.

Suitability for both short journeys as well as long trips is a top priority for new Opel Frontera. At the front, the driver and front passenger can, if desired, sit on the new patented IntelliSeat with a slot in the middle that relieves pressure on the tailbone. 460 litres of luggage can be stored in the boot; with the seats folded down even up to 1,594 litres. Additional versatility is provided by the 60:40 split of the rear bench while a second load floor comes as standard. Furthermore, customers who need to take even more luggage can choose the optional functional roof rails.

Simplicity is key: Two drivetrain concepts, two trims, two optional packages

Intuitive, accessible and focused on the essentials: Opel meets these requirements in every respect with the new Frontera – from the choice of drivetrain to the equipment options and the ordering process.

New Opel Frontera is available either as a hybrid with 48-volt technology or fully electric. At a starting price of €23,900, the Frontera Hybrid has a 74 kW (100 hp) 1.2-litre petrol turbo engine developed specifically for hybrid use. This operates in combination with a 21 kW (28 hp) electric motor and an electrified six-speed dual clutch transmission, so that fuel consumption and CO2 emissions are significantly lower compared to a conventionally powered model. In addition, Opel Frontera Hybrid is also available with a 100 kW (136 hp) 1.2 turbo engine for prices starting at €25,700.

Customers in Germany who want to travel locally emissions-free can order the battery-electric Frontera Electric with a range of up to 305 kilometres (according to WLTP 2) for €28,990. As a “Long Range” version, the new Opel Frontera Electric will be able to travel up to around 400 kilometres (WLTP 2) without stopping to charge.

Regardless of which drivetrain the customer chooses, they can look forward to a high level of driving pleasure thanks to the specific chassis set-up. The engineers in Rüsselsheim paid close attention to optimising body control and delivering Opel typical driving characteristics – even when travelling at higher speeds on the German Autobahn.

Frontera's equipment trims are equally clearly laid out for customers. The newcomer is available either as the Frontera Edition or as the Frontera GS. Even the entry-level version is extensively equipped. The GS variant will also have standard features such as multimedia infotainment with a 10-inch colour touchscreen and integrated navigation as well as a rear-view camera. Frontera customers can further customise their vehicle with two optional packages (“Comfort” and “Tech”) to ensure that the newcomer meets their personal preferences.

[1] A vehicle's values not only depend on the vehicle's efficient use of fuel, but are also influenced by driving behaviour and other non-technical factors.

[2] Range values determined according to WLTP test procedure methodology (R (EC) No. 715/2007, R (EU) No. 2017/1151). 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.

World Premiere of New Opel Frontera: All-Electric Opel SUV Available For Around €29,000 in Germany

• Premiere in Istanbul: Opel CEO Florian Huettl presents new Frontera for first time in public
• Competitive prices: New Opel Frontera Electric will be available from around €29,000, new Frontera Hybrid with 48-volt technology for around €24,000 (RRP incl. VAT) 1
• Secret revealed: New Opel Frontera as seven-seater in future

A few weeks ago, Opel released the first images of the new Frontera; today the spacious, comfortable, new compact SUV for outdoor fans and families is celebrating its world premiere. In Istanbul, Opel CEO Florian Huettl, together with Mark Adams, Vice President Design, and Tobias A. Gubitz, Senior Vice President Product & Pricing, unveiled new Opel Frontera to an international audience and numerous journalists. At the same time the participants received an outlook on the highly competitive entry-level pricing. All-new Opel SUV with five seats and numerous practical features on board will be available as the fully electric, locally emissions-free Frontera Electric for around €29,000; Opel Frontera Hybrid will even be available for around €24,000 (all RRP including VAT in Germany 1).

Opel CEO Florian Huettl: “This year we are celebrating 125 years of automobile production at Opel. 125 years in which we have moved forever forward, offering customers innovative, practical and, above all, accessible mobility. All-new Opel Frontera makes a particularly strong statement in this regard: highly flexible, spacious, and electrified our new SUV will win over new customer groups.”

During presentation German brand also announced that new Opel Frontera will not only have room for five people; it is so spacious that it will also be available as a seven-seater in future. This makes new Opel Frontera ideal car for shuttling team, friends or entire family.

In every variant: Robust appearance and many practical features as standard

Striking design of new Opel Frontera makes it stand out immediately. As first production model, every variant of Opel Frontera proudly bears new Opel Blitz emblem in centre of Opel Vizor brand fascia. Prominent wheel arches and sills as well as eye-catching C-pillar underline robust character. Modern looks with a focus on the essentials continue seamlessly in the interior. Driver and passengers look at a cockpit with a newly designed steering wheel and two 10-inch widescreens. Opel Frontera also offers many practical features as standard, including the innovative smartphone station.

Suitability for journeys is a top priority for new Opel Frontera. At front, driver and front passenger can, if desired, sit on new patented Intelli-Seats with a slot in middle that relieves pressure on tailbone. More than 450 litres of luggage can be stored in boot; with seats folded down even up to 1,600 litres. And those who want to spend night outdoors can simply order new Opel Frontera with optional roof rails and a roof tent with ladder specially designed for the SUV. After arriving at its destination, Opel Frontera can shoulder up to 240 kilogrammes on its roof.

Focus on essentials: Two drivetrain concepts, two trims, easy to order

Intuitive, accessible and focused on essentials: Opel meets these requirements in every respect with  new Frontera – from choice of drivetrain to equipment options and ordering process.

New Opel Frontera is available either as a hybrid with 48-volt technology or fully electric. At a starting price of around €24,000, Opel Frontera Hybrid has a 74 kW (100 hp) 1.2-litre gasoline turbo engine developed specifically for hybrid use. This operates in combination with a 21 kW (28 hp) electric motor and an electrified six-speed dual clutch transmission, so that fuel consumption and CO2 emissions are significantly lower compared to a conventionally powered model. In addition, Opel Frontera Hybrid will also be available with a 100 kW (136 hp) 1.2 turbo engine.

Customers in Germany who want to travel locally emissions-free can soon order battery-electric Opel  Frontera Electric with a range of more than 300 kilometres (according to WLTP 2) for around €29,000. As a “long range” version, new Opel Frontera Electric will be able to travel up to around 400 kilometres (WLTP 2) without stopping to charge.

Frontera's equipment trims are equally clearly laid out for customers. Newcomer will be available either as Opel Frontera or as Opel Frontera GS. Even entry-level version is extensively equipped. GS variant will also have systems such as multimedia infotainment with a 10-inch colour touchscreen and navigation as well as a rear-view camera. Opel Frontera customers can further customise their vehicle with two optional packages.

Opel is also making the purchasing process for the new Frontera clearer and easier. New Frontera will soon be first Opel model that can be ordered digitally via a “one-scroll experience”. Product pages are optimised to size of any mobile device so that users only need to scroll and click. In future, they will be able to purchase vehicle completely online from their couch or, in next step, at their regional dealer.

[1] Model not yet on offer.

[2] Provisional range values determined according to WLTP test procedure methodology (R (EC) No. 715/2007, R (EU) No. 2017/1151). 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..