Opel Corsa GSE Vision Gran Turismo: From the First Idea to the Epitome of GSE

• Top secret OMG! GSE: Opel provides exclusive insights into the development process of its latest concept car in a social media video series
• Highlight for the community: How Opel opened the door to the gaming world and became part of the Vision Gran Turismo crowd
• Amazing the world: The high-performance study at IAA Mobility and Gran Turismo World Series

A system output of 588 kW (800 hp), 800 Newton meters of torque, acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in 2.0 seconds and a top speed of 320 km/h – this is the Opel Corsa GSE Vision Gran Turismo. It stands for pure performance and the emotional electric GSE future. Since its world premiere, the high-performance study has been thrilling audiences and is the first Opel concept car merging the real and digital worlds. But how did an idea turn into such an impressive concept? 

In an exciting social media video series, Opel is now giving the community exclusive insights into the development process of the groundbreaking concept car (episodes 1 to 3). In episodes 4 to 6, those responsible show the breathtaking public response that the Opel Corsa GSE Vision Gran Turismo received during its first appearances at the IAA Mobility in Munich and the Gran Turismo World Series in Berlin. In short: OMG! How an idea became the epitome of GSE.

Episode 1: GSE Origins

“There was a continuous request for thrill, for excitement, for performance. And by taking GSE to the next level, we’re answering to the Opel community”, said Opel Vice President Marketing Rebecca Reinermann in the video. Opel has been successfully demonstrating RACE and DRIVE in electric rallying for many years. But there was still one thing missing: PLAY! So the task was to conquer the gaming world – with a concept car that had to be extraordinary in every respect and at the same time based on a legendary Opel model. The idea for the Opel Corsa GSE Vision Gran Turismo was born.

Episode 2: The Secrets of an OMG! Concept Car

But how to bring it to life? After all, Opel was breaking new ground in several respects with its latest concept. Opel has designed many sensational studies, but never a pure racing car. And the leap from the digital to the real world was also new. “The whole team was on fire. So, we really wanted to push the boundaries”, explained Chief Designer Advanced Concepts Florian Theis. Initially, a great amount of development work was carried out in virtual reality before the physical design took shape and the actual vehicle, made of lightweight materials, could finally be assembled.

Episode 3: OMG! Design Walkaround

Then the moment arrived: Opel executives were able to see the finished concept car for the first time. “OMG! A super-emotional moment,” summarised Florian Theis. More precise, sleeker, more technical and even more emotional: all the design goals pursued during the development process were achieved. They contribute to the incomparable performance of this high-performance study. What makes it special is that all the details can be seen and experienced not only in the real world, but also in the digital world of Gran Turismo 7, one of the world’s premiere racing simulators. Furthermore, the Corsa GSE Vision Gran Turismo gives a first glimpse of the next generation of Opel vehicles

Episode 4: IAA: An OMG! World Premiere

“This is the great moment, the moment that we’ve all been working for more than a year, where we finally get to unveil the car and show it to a global audience.” The excitement described by Opel CEO Florian Huettl at the world premiere of the Opel Corsa GSE Vision Gran Turismo at IAA Mobility 2025 was well worth it. The media and public response to the GSE premieres in Munich was overwhelming! This also applied to Opel's unique booth in the city centre, which merged real vehicles with the digital world of Gran Turismo 7. In short: “This car gets your pulse racing. Wide open eyes. Social media goes crazy!”

Episode 5: Inside Gran Turismo: An OMG! World Series

After the IAA Mobility followed the Gran Turismo World Series in Berlin. And there the Opel Corsa GSE Vision Gran Turismo also thrilled the community – right in the heart of the international gaming and social media event. The perfect place to demonstrate how the real and physical worlds merge and stir emotions. “Something I have never experienced. Wow,” said one visitor, summing it up perfectly. And Opel CEO Huettl is sure: “We’ve opened up a world of new opportunities!”

Episode 6: Inside Gran Turismo: An OMG! Collaboration

With the Gran Turismo collaboration, Opel has boldly trodden new ground – with great success, as the reactions of gamers and everyone involved show. As gaming legend and Gran Turismo series producer Kazunori Yamauchi stated: “The Vision Gran Turismo project started 12 years ago. And in recent Vision Gran Turismo efforts, we consider what automobiles should be in the future together with the car manufacturers. 

Regarding this Opel Corsa GSE Vision Gran Turismo, my impression is that it is a very realistic design.” In this respect, the latest high-performance study from Rüsselsheim already offers a glimpse into the future of GSE and upcoming Opel models. Mission accomplished!

Opel Corsa GSE Vision Gran Turismo Available to Play in Gran Turismo 7 on September 24

• Digital experience: Opel’s high-performance concept car available in a racing simulator for the first time
• Pure Performance: Overall output of 588 kW (800 hp), 800 Nm of torque and a top speed of 320 km/h
• Gaming event: The world’s best Gran Turismo players compete in thrilling races in Berlin

The wait for gaming fans is almost over. In the build-up to the Gran Turismo World Series event held in Berlin on Saturday, September 20, gaming legend and Gran Turismo series producer Kazunori Yamauchi and Opel CEO Florian Huettl had teased that the first ever phygital concept car from Rüsselsheim, Opel Corsa GSE Vision Gran Turismo, will be available to play in the world’s premier racing simulator very soon. Today, Gran Turismo confirmed that the latest concept car from Rüsselsheim will be part of the game update on September 24.

“Today I'm very pleased to announce the Opel Corsa GSE Vision Gran Turismo. I actually have a very personal connection with Opel, because Mr. Hideo Kodama, who used to be the chief designer for Opel is also my mentor in car design. From Mr. Kodama, I learned about the history of automotive design, and received explanation about many different cars from around the world and throughout history,” said Gran Turismo series producer Kazunori Yamauchi.

“I am delighted that the Opel Corsa GSE Vision Gran Turismo will be available in Gran Turismo 7 from September 24. Its recent world premiere at the IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich generated a lot of interest – and we are now looking forward to putting into the hands of the gaming community. I hope everybody enjoys the epitome of our GSE label,” said Opel CEO Florian Huettl.

At the second round of the Gran Turismo World Series held at the Uber Eats Music Hall in Berlin, the Opel Corsa GSE Vision Gran Turismo provided the stunning backdrop as the premier Gran Turismo players in the world battled it out in front out thousands of spectators in the hall and millions watching the online broadcast.

As the name suggests, the Opel Corsa GSE Vision Gran Turismo not only gives a preview of upcoming all-electric GSE models, it also underlines Opel's commitment to the small car segment. In addition, the Corsa GSE Vision Gran Turismo offers another premiere, as it can be experienced and driven by anyone in one of the world's leading racing simulators – Gran Turismo 7 – from September 24. With its extraordinary design, a system output of 588 kW (800 hp), 800 Newton meters of torque, acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in 2.0 seconds and a top speed of 320 km/h, the Opel Corsa GSE Vision Gran Turismo represents the epitome of Opel's high-performance GSE label.

The muscular and powerful appearance of the Opel Corsa GSE Vision Gran Turismo underlines its exceptional performance. The body is characterised by sharp and precise contours, combined with technical and mechanical details. The leitmotif that runs through the entire vehicle is the further sharpened Opel Compass. In addition, the high-performance show car shines with numerous aero solutions, from special aero curtains in front of the confidently designed front and rear fenders to particularly efficient aero wheels, the active aero diffuser and aero spoiler.

The cockpit also clearly follows the Opel Compass motif and conveys a pure racing driver feeling. The slim steering wheel allows a direct view of the most important information projected onto the head-up display – additional screens are superfluous. In this way, the Opel Corsa GSE Vision Gran Turismo opens up completely new perspectives. With the latest study, Opel is merging the digital world with the real world.