The German based carmaker is planning the introduction of the all-new 2017 Insignia model somewhere at the beginning of next year, the model being rumored to pack new powertrains. It would involve new 3- or 4-cylinder turbo engines, which would come with improve fuel-efficiency. We might thus see a 1.0-liter engine in the entry-level Insignia, followed by a turbo-diesel, presuming...
The IntelliLink Infotainment system is the most advanced system that can be found on the majority of the cars worldwide. It is now Opel`s turn to equip its lovely Corsa Supermini with the latest system. It is about the R4.0 Intellink system which offers a wide choice of features in terms of connectivity, being compatible with the Android Auto or...
The lovely all-new 2016 Opel Astra K recently unveiled at the 2015 Frankfurt Motor Show, is ready to tackle the German market with an interesting engine lineup, consisting of three petrol burners and two diesels, all them coming at affordable prices. First to be launched, is the base petrol 1.4-liter 100, set for 17,260, VAT included, which comes with rather...
Irmscher is a famous Spanish tuning company which mainly specializes in tuning up different Opel models with their latest programs. And recently, the tuner carried out a special tuning program on the new Opel Insignia, the model being showcased at the 2015 Frankfurt Motor Show as well. It is called the Insignia is3 Bandit and it is popping up in...
Opel unveiled an interesting concept model at the Frankfurt Motor Show, a car based on the Vivaro van. It is called Vivaro Surf concept and it is quite obvious what it does. The German concept is focused towards water sports, surfing to be more exact. The exterior is dominated by a two-color finish. The base color is a brown one...
Two teaser images have just popped up over the web with the new Opel Astra TCR race car, which is set to make public debut at the 2015 Frankfurt Motor Show, coming this September. The Opel has thus created the perfect solution for its direct enemy, the Volkswagen Golf race car, that would set of on the tracks soon enough...
Opel officially announced the introduction of a new diesel engine for the Insignia sedan. We talk about a 1.6-liter CDTI unit which takes the place of a larger 2.0-liter engine. Average fuel economy figures are rated at 3,9 liters/100 km or 61,8 mpg US. The engine delivers 120 horsepower for a 0-100 km/h acceleration of 11,9 seconds. More power is...
Opel decided to extend the engine range for the current Mokka crossover with a new diesel engine. We talk about a 1.6-liter CDTI unit capable to produce 110 horsepower and 300 Nm of torque. While the performance figures are not impressive, this engine manages to return very good fuel economy figures. It averages 4,1 liters/100 km but sprints from 0...
The Vauxhall British based carmaker has recently announced the launching of the 2016 Vauxhall Astra K in the United Kingdom, the base entry-level costing around 15,295 GBP, once it will become available in its dealerships throughout the country, in September. The 2016 Vauxhall Astra K will come in seven trims, each one sporting different features and motorizations under the hood....
The Opel German based carmaker has finally unveiled the upcoming Astra K over the web, the model being now ready to take on the new Volkswagen Golf or the third generation Ford Focus. And from my point of view, the 2016 Opel Astra K is a complete car from every point of view. Design From a visual standpoint, the 2016...
Opel officially announced the the small Adam city car has received a new automated manual transmission. The Easytronic 3.0 gearbox can be paired with a 1.4-liter petrol unit that is capable to produce 87 horsepower and return a fuel economy of 4,7 liters/100 km. According to Opel, the new gearbox improves the economy by around 0,4 liters/100 km, mainly thanks...
Opel decided to let us know the official pricing of the Corsa OPC, at least in the home market. Priced from €24,395 (with VAT), the hot hatch comes with improved looks and a potent 1.6-liter four-cylinder unit. With a total output of 207 horsepower and 280 Nm of torque, the 0-100 km/h sprint is possible in just 6,8 seconds with...
The high-performance OPC version of the Opel Corsa was finally unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show and is slated to go on sale in May. We've seen the German car before but this is the first time we see it in metal. With the OPC badge comes great responsibility, that's why Opel fitted the car with a 1.6-liter turbocharged engine...
Opel took the decision to build the Holden Insignia VXR at their German plant in Rüsselsheim, even though the Holden-badged model will be sold only in Australia and New Zealand. Production costs might forced Opel to take this decision. Moreover, in the future, the German carmaker plans to build more and more Holden and even Buick models in Europe. Opel...
The 2015 Opel Corsa OPC, expected to be officially unveiled at the 2015 Geneva Motor Show next March, is ending up in our news again, this time through two renderings, showcasing the model with a 5-door body style. The renderings are signed by the one and only X-Tomi Design and are previewing the 2015 Opel Corsa OPC wearing five doors....
The Germans at Opel announced that the standard Adam will gain a new canvas roof, known as "Swing Top", borrowed from the Adam Rocks variant. The new power retractable roof can be operated at speeds of up to 140 km/h and needs only 5 seconds to open or close. If you want this option on your Opel Adam, the starting...
The 2016 Opel Astra was long-rumored but so far, there were just some shots revealing the model all wrapped in camouflage. Because of that, the guys from DesingRM managed to come up with some renderings, describing the car from an esthetical point of view. First off, rumors have it that the 2016 Opel Astra will be revealed next summer and...
The Opel Adam S debuted at the Paris Motor Show and is now available in Germany with prices starting from €18,690. The German little car comes with a quite potent 1.4-liter gasoline unit producing 150 horses and 220 Nm of torque. It is linked to a six-speed manual transmission and is the most powerful Adam available. Opel Adam S Accelerating...
The Opel German based carmaker is reportedly working on a new entry-level model, which will be called Karl, the model coming as a five-door city car. The Opel Karl was thus recently caught on shots by spy photographers from Inautonews online magazine, while being tested on the tracks wearing some heavy camouflage. Opel Karl The Opel Karl will join the...
Opel released details and photos on the Adam S, a prototype seen for the first time at Geneva. Compared to the stock model, it comes with an exterior body kit as well as a new sports suspension and several color choices. Opel Adam S The styling tweaks also include new 17- or 18-inch alloy wheels with 225/35 tires as well...
