Concept Car : The Opel Ampera hybrid on pure electric power 2011

The Opel Ampera will be a plug-in hybrid with a 65 km range on pure electric power Design Sketch

This project is the first Opel amps with permission of the loss of the "European Office for Harmonization in the Internal Market (OHIM), where documents are stored in nature.

Opel ampere is the European version of the Chevrolet Volt from GM Hybrid will go on sale next year, the North American market.

Measured against these pictures, it seems that are available to the project, the current Opel model amps and length of the keys to the new Insignia, which recently won the European Car of the Year.

Amplifiers are Voltec GM hybrid powered concept was seen in the last Cadillac approach, which debuted at the Detroit auto show in January. It has combined an electric motor with a gasoline engine used to charge the lithium-ion batteries. It is up to 40 miles (65 km), clean power and can be downloaded for about 2-3 hours at 230 V European standard. Use of gasoline as the generator is battery operated, Ampere range approximately 500 miles (or 800 km).

Ampere expected sales in 2011 and in Europe has its official debut at the Geneva Motor Show in Geneva next month .

Opel Meriva Concept

Opel Meriva Concept

The Opel Meriva Concept takes flexibility to new heights with its innovative FlexDoors system, which consists of rear-hinged rear doors that swing open toward the back of the car. As the B-pillars have been purposely retained for passive security reasons, the Meriva Concept's front and rear doors can also be opened independently of each other. Other rear-hinged rear doors already on the market can only be opened after the front door has been opened.

The FlexDoors system enhances comfort and functionality, as the highest point of the roof - just behind the B-pillars - is exactly where the passengers enter and exit the vehicle. This architecture enabled designers to create a very dynamic and unique silhouette, with the arched roof line sloping down to the C-pillars.

Especially eye-catching is the dynamic "wave" in the window line just behind the B-pillars, which provides an excellent all-round view for rear passengers, particularly for children. The body boasts the distinctive "blade" bodyside form, which was a design element of the GTC Coupé and Flextreme. Another feature is the U-shaped windshield, which stretches up and back over the rear passengers' heads - echoing the Astra GTC's panorama windshield. The slim A-pillars and windshield pulled far down ensure plenty of light and a spacious interior atmosphere. Both elements contribute to the outstanding all-round visibility for the occupants.

Opel Corsa OPC 2010 specifications and features with price details

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Opel Corsa OPC 2010 is a car power or control active muscular request which is currently subject to speed to burn with fuel consuming abstract along the 7.6 per cent and CO2 emissions was brought down over 9.5 percent.

2010 Opel Corsa OPC new range of power plants will contain two gasoline engines: a 1.2 Liter and 1.4 Liter Twinport variants as well as two disparate diesel options: a 1.7 CDTI and 1.3 CDTI ecoFLEX with fuel consuming ranging between 5.0 and 5.5 liter/100 km, about 50 MPG, with a maximum CO2 emissions of only 129 g/km, a number that is extremely low.three cylinder option with 65 hp, and topping off the fuel models with the 1.6-litre Corsa OPC with 192 hp. Diesel options available include the 1.3 and 1.7-litre CDTI engines with yield from 75 hp to 130 hp. There is also an ecoFLEX 1.3 CDTI with low CO2 emissions of 98 g/km for the three-door version, or 99 g/km for the five-door.

Maximum torque of 230 Nm is produced from 1,980 rpm all the way to 5,850 rpm, and it is impermanently raised even higher, to 266 Nm, by an automatic overboost function. Such pulling power convey with ease performance. The transition from 80 to 120 km/h in fifth gear, for example, takes just 6.7 seconds. Top speed is 225 km/h and a six-speed gearbox comes as standard.

The big 16-inch brake system, with blue brake calipers, includes on the inside ventilated 308 mm disk brakes up front and 264 mm solid discs at the rear. The 17-inch alloy wheels with 215/45 R17 tires come as standard and 18-inch rims with 225 tires are optional.

2010 Opel Corsa OPC price details

• Opel Corsa Club 3-door 1.0: 11.300 euro
• Opel Corsa Club 3-door 1.2 80 CV GPL-Tech: 13.800 euro
• Opel Corsa Club 3-door 1.2 85 CV: 11.800 euro
• Opel Corsa Club 3-door 1.3 CDTI ecoFlex 75 CV: 13.200 euro
• Opel Corsa Club 5-door 1.0: 11.950 euro
• Opel Corsa Club 5-door 1.2 80 CV GPL-Tech: 14.450 euro
• Opel Corsa Club 5-door 1.2 85 CV: 12.450 euro
• Opel Corsa Club 5-door 1.3 CDTI ecoFlex 75 CV: 13.850 euro
  

2011 Opel Astra Sports Tourer Photos

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2011 New Opel Astra GSI Concept Cars Third Millennium

The new Opel Astra GSi will be unveiled in October at the Paris Auto Show and will go on sale later this year or early in 2011. The 2011 Opel Astra GSi will feature various new design elements, including a re-styled front bumper, new wheel arches, a small rear diffuser and double exhaust pipes.

2011 New Opel Astra GSI Concept Cars Third Millennium

Opel fans al already asking when will the new Astra GSI will make its debut. Today we have the answer for them: the new 2011 Opel Astra GSI will make its debut this autumn at the Paris Motor Show, according to the latest reports from Auto Motor und Sport.

The new Opel Astra GSi 5-door layout back to talk about himself, with eloquent spy photos. The famous symbol will return to sport compact Russelsheim later this year. In fact, the Astra GSi will officially introduce yourself to October at the Paris Motor Show and will be sharing the catwalk in Paris with the new Sports Cars Tourer estate.

The new vehicle will carry, as expected, a 2.0-liter Turbo engine which will deliver around 190 hp… we do hope that this will get at least 200 hp in order to take on the Vw Golf GTI. Regarding the OPC version this will carry over 240 hp. The new Astra GSI will also come with a new body kit which will include wider wheel arches, a new front and rear bumper, new side sills, dual exhaust pipes and a dual-tone interior with Recaro sport buckets. Most sources say the 2011 Opel Astra GSi will only be available in the 5 door body style. The 3 door will be sold only as a OPC / GTC.

The new Opel Astra GSi be the top version of the variant 5-door, while the symbol OPC will be given only to the three-door GTC. The 2011 New Opel Astra GSi third millennium will be equipped with the 2.0 Turbo petrol engine, whose maximum should be around 190-200 horses. The Astra OPC boasts a 2.0-litre turbocharged motor with 177kW. The GSI should feature about 140kW or so.

The sports chassis will be recognizable to the wider wheel arches and front bumper changed. At the rear, as well as the letters GSi, Opel Astra in this version will be distinguished for the double exhaust. Even in the cockpit there are specific characterizations, such as two-tone sport seats.

The Astra GSi price will be announced at a later date.

Opel Agila Car Pictures Reviews

The Opel Agila is a minivan with five doors and five seats. It is smaller than the other two carriers of Opel, the Zafira and Meriva. This model shares many elements with the Suzuki Splash and replaces the previous Opel Agila.

Opel Agila

The Opel Agila is available with three engines, two petrol and one diesel and two levels of equipment called 'Essentia' and 'Enjoy'. The most affordable costs € 9520 (gasoline engine with 65 hp) and the most expensive € 12,920 (Diesel 75 hp).

Opel Agila

The Opel Agila is a practical car for use in day to day city is fairly large and has many holes throughout the interior to make objects. Maneuver in a small space (the turning diameter is 9.6 m) but the direction is not very directly.

Opel Agila

The Opel Agila is a car with good interior height, not very wide and with sufficient space for the legs of two adults of normal stature sitting one behind the other. Opel has placed the driver's seat at a rather high (in relation to tourism) to increase the driver's perspective.

Opel Agila

The driving position is correct but there are two areas for improvement: one is that the wheel does not adjust in depth and the other is that some drivers, the right leg will be resting on the edge of the center console, which is annoying over the miles.

Opel Agila

Since the width is small, the rear seats are only suitable for two adults or three children. The legroom in these places is not great and neither could be much higher but Opel has used a system of sliding rear seats lengthwise (like a Renault Twingo or a Toyota Yaris), as these are placed in a very delayed (This solution does a sliding rear seat that could have served to expand the capacity of the trunk when not in use the rear seats).

2008 Opel Agila Interior


Opel Agila

The maximum volume is 225 liter trunk and is less able than a Toyota Yaris or Nissan Micra, and more than a Peugeot 1007. Anyway there is a double bottom (35 liters capacity) in objects that fit the size of a backpack (for carrying a laptop) or the trunk tray. With the rear seats downcast, it measures 1050 l in volume. The folding rear seat can be partly because it is divided into two, with a 1 / 3-2 / 3.

2008 Opel Agila Engine


Opel Agila

The instrumentation consists of a large speedometer behind the wheel, with a screen and witnesses, and a separate counter and on a higher plane. The lighting is red, a detail that will also have future models. You may have controls on the steering wheel.

At least the version equipped with serial ('Essentia') there are four airbags, Isofix rings, steering assistance depending on the speed of the Opel Agila or the driver's seat with height adjustment, among other things. In version "Enjoy", more equipment, there are some elements.

You can have stability control but missing some elements of modern equipment (and more or less useful) as the entry system and keyless start, xenon headlights and automatic parking brake.

In the range of two petrol engines of origin Suzuki, a three-cylinder 1.0-liter displacement and 65 hp of maximum power, the other with four-cylinder, 1.2 liter 86 hp. There is also a 1.2-liter diesel engine capacity and 75 hp, which can carry particulate filter.

The gearbox is standard five-speed manual anyway. The more powerful petrol can also carry an optional automatic gearbox for four. The gear lever is close to the steering wheel which facilitates its use.

The most powerful gasoline engine has a CO2 emission of 140 g / km. The Opel Agila with less powerful engines (diesel and 75 petrol 65 hp) emission is 120 g / km, which are exempt from road tax. Purchased with other models of its size and power, the Opel Agila 86 hp petrol consumption is the best and the best acceleration.

Two petrol engines are aluminum, have indirect injection and four valves per cylinder with dual camshafts. Diesel, which makes GM Powertrain, is an iron block engine with four valves per cylinder, and feeding through common as the leading alternative models of Opel.

The chassis of the Opel Agila, such as the Suzuki Splash, is developed from having the Suzuki Swift. The front suspension is McPherson and the rear wheel axle torsional coupled runs. The smaller wheels will be 15 inches.

The stability control can not disconnect, but the traction control: it facilitates the circulation in conditions of low grip, such as on roads where snow chains are carried on.

The Opel Agila measures 3.74 m in length, almost the same as a Peugeot 1007 (3.73 m). The Opel Agila is much larger than the previous (3.53 m). The width is 1.68 m and height 1.59 m. Proportions are normal among carriers of this size. The previous Opel Agila was higher than wide (1.62 wide and 1.69 high). The aerodynamic coefficient is 0.35, a mean value.

Until now, smaller carriers are not having success. Sales of the Mitsubishi Colt, Peugeot 1007 and Renault Modus are lower than anticipated; Toyota has not released in Europe a version of the current Yaris Verso.

A model of this type, which has been more acceptances, is the Opel Meriva, which is distinguished from them by having a larger size and a wider range of engines.

Opel Insignia OPC Sports Tourer

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- Top power: High performance station wagon must complete 10,000 km on Nürburgring - Top package: 325 hp, 435 Nm, Adaptive 4x4 and 1530 liters load capacity - Top points: Insignia OPC sedan testing passed with flying colors Rüsselsheim/Nürburgring. The Insignia OPC Sports Tourer will hit dealerships later this year, but first it has to go through hell – the Green Hell of the Nürgurgring's Nordschleife, considered the toughest, most demanding and dangerous race track in the world. Opel engineers insist that all vehicles in their OPC range complete a rigorous 10,000 kilometer testing around the 20.8 km Nordschleife of the Nürburgring, dubbed the Green Hell by legendary race car driver Jackie Stewart. Just a few days ago, the Insignia OPC sedan finished the challenge with no problems. “The Insignia OPC sedan raced 487 laps for 12 days at some top speeds flawlessly. This kind of performance and quality is what we expect from all our Opel cars,” says Hans Demant, Managing Director of Opel. The Opel Insignia OPC Sports Tourer boasts a 325 hp/239 kW, 435 Nm 2.8-liter V6 Turbo engine for maximum power. It features high-tech elements, like a lower, reworked mechatronic chassis with FlexRide, an Adaptive 4x4 transmission with an electronic rear limited slip differential (eLSD) and purpose-built Brembo brakes – all complemented by spacious station wagon functionality with 1530 liters of load capacity. Automotive technology at its best Like the Insignia OPC sedan, the Sports Tourer is full of technological highlights. The OPC engine is 25 percent more powerful than the 260 hp version of the 2.8 V6 Turbo in the Insignia Sport and Cosmo. The increase in power was obtained by reworking the exhaust, significantly reducing the counter pressure, with special mufflers contributing to a sporty, deep sound. The unit comes with a six-speed manual transmission, enabling acceleration from zero to 100 in 6.3 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (restricted). The management unit of the Adaptive 4x4 with eLSD has been recalibrated to adapt torque distribution to the sporty philosophy of the OPC. Engineers at the Opel Performance Center developed a specific high-performance front axle called HiPerStrut (High Performance Strut) for the chassis, which is 10 mm lower than the AWD Insignia Sport version. Benefits include reduced steering disturbances and an improved handling feel for the driver. The OPC's standard electronic FlexRide suspension has been adjusted for extra performance and caters to those enjoying a sportier ride. It offers three different sporty choices: The standard mode provides its most comfortable ride, a Sport mode is stiffer and a new OPC setting brings optimal fun. Tough Track: 12 days, 27,000 gear shifts, 35,551 curves and 487 laps Before it hits the roads in the fall, the new Opel Insignia OPC Sports Tourer will take its turn against the Green Hell: 10,000 fast kilometers on the Nordschleife translates to around 180,000 kilometers on the road. Modified tuning accommodates the station wagon's shifted center of gravity, which is why the Sports Tourer suspension will be tested separately on the Ring. Even though the 20.8 kilometer, extremely demanding track is part of the standard OPC program, this extra validation is always something special for Volker Strycek and his team. The ex-German Car Championship driver and Manager of the Opel Performance Center sums up: Twelve drivers, Opel design engineers and Nordschleife connoisseurs trade off behind the wheel of a production Insignia OPC for 12 days, rain or shine. “It really can take a toll on a those 12 days add up to 27,000 gear shifts along 35,551 curves during a total of 487 laps.” Validation Coordinator Jens Hornischer, who drives a major part of the endurance test distance, says, “We push the car to give a constant 90 percent or so – and that is really a tough test for any car. And there is next to no preparation work.” An Arden Blue Insignia OPC sedan completed its rite of passage earlier in May, confirming the high quality standard that Opel customers expect. Opel's long tradition of sport station wagons offers best of both worlds The Insignia OPC Sports Tourer is the latest chapter in a long station wagon success story. As a pioneer in this segment, Opel brought the Olympia Rekord Car-A-van, a combination of car and van, to Europe in 1953. In 1970 Opel built the Ascona Voyage, the first lifestyle station wagon. The next innovation in this segment followed in 1991, when Opel presented the most powerful production station wagon in the world, the Omega Caravan 24V, a 3-liter, straight-six cylinder with 204 hp. The Vectra OPC continued the Opel tradition of powerful station wagons. It was available from 2005, ultimately as a high-performance front-wheel drive model with 280 hp. The new 325 hp Opel Insignia OPC takes a huge step forward in terms of driving dynamics with even more power and the Adaptive 4x4 system. And the dynamic Sports Tourer version is also bound to turn heads. OPC: At home on the Nordschleife Opel testing on Nürburgring's Nordschleife has a long tradition dating back to the 1960s and sealed when the German brand signed a partner contract with the legendary race track in 2006. It was then that the Rüsselsheim automaker opened its own test center directly at the Ring. The venue offers ideal testing conditions, particularly for Opel's OPC models. The current high-performance model portfolio includes the Corsa OPC, Astra OPC, Meriva OPC and Zafira OPC in addition to the Insignia OPC notchback, hatchback and Sports Tourer. While the special “Nürburgring Edition” model of the Astra OPC honors the demanding race track, the Astra “OPC Race Camp” pays tribute to the second season of a wildly successful race driver casting. The OPC Race Camp offer ambitious drivers with no motorsport experience the opportunity to discover their motor racing talents through a rigorous talent scouting process and numerous qualification stages. Those who have the necessary abilities then receive professional instruction to hone their skills and prepare them for competitive motor racing. Opel provides the professional training, cars and necessary organizational support for the Race Camp. Currently 750 candidates from a total of 22,000 applicants are undergoing the training and elimination process led by former race drivers and Opel brand ambassadors Manuel Reuter and Joachim Winkelhock. All hope to land one of the 10 coveted spots on the driver team for the two Astra racing cars that participate in the 24-hour race on the Nürburgring next year.

source : Opel Press

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Opel Meriva 2010

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Innovative, versatile and elegant: The second generation Opel Meriva, to premiere at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show, will set the new standard for automotive versatility with a multitude of innovative features engineered to optimize the flexible use of space. And it is all packed in a distinctive, contemporary design.

After pioneering automobile on-board versatility with the compact seven-seater Zafira in 1999, Opel created a new market segment for small, affordable monocabs when it launched the first generation Opel Meriva in 2003. With its revolutionary FlexSpace rear-seating concept, high seating position and roomy cabin, the Opel Meriva was big on flexibility yet small in size. This popular formula has enabled it to consistently lead the small monocab segment, with sales in Europe totaling more than 1 million units.

Now, the second generation Opel Meriva again raises the bar for affordable, on-board flexibility. Its FlexSpace system has been further developed to become even more intuitive and easier to use. It also introduces FlexDoors, innovative rear-hinged rear doors that facilitate access to its cabin - a premiere for a volume manufacturer. Moreover, the new Meriva features great interior storage space enhanced by a revolutionary concept of flexible center console, as well as the Opel-exclusive FlexFix system - the integrated rear bicycle carrier that is stored like a drawer under the luggage compartment.

The Opel Meriva's flexibility trademark is enhanced by expressive exterior and interior styling that carries forward Opel's award-winning new sculptural design language. Its monocab silhouette is fluid, elegant and dynamic. The rear window graphic features a distinctive wave accentuating the rear-hinged FlexDoors, improving the view for rear seated passengers, particularly children.

The new reference in on-board versatility

"With the Opel Zafira Flex 7 and the Meriva's FlexSpace seating concepts, we invented a new kind of fully integrated, on-board flexibility," says Alain Visser, Vice President Sales, Marketing and Aftersales Opel/Vauxhall. "With the new Meriva, we wanted to engineer the new versatility champion in the automotive industry. I don't see any other car offering so many ideas that make one's life easier."

Increased flexibility is extended to all areas in the new Opel Meriva. In the cabin, the innovative FlexSpace rear seating system introduced in the first Opel Meriva has been further developed: It requires even less effort to move the seats in their different positions or to fold them down.

Throughout the cabin, storage space is considerably increased with convenient locations provided for items commonly carried inside a car. The revolutionary FlexRail console system consisting of exchangeable storage units that can slide on rails located between the front seats provides convenient and adaptable storage for any kind of use.

Up front, the generously proportioned seats are similar to those of the new Opel Astra and Insignia. They offer a class-leading range of adjustment - 240 mm forwards/backwards and 65 mm in height - allowing people of all size and age to find optimal comfort for their journeys. Also new for Opel Meriva is the availability of Opel's unique FlexFix integrated rear bicycle carrier.

Entering into a new era of doors

Opel Meriva opens up a new dimension in rear seat access with unique rear-hinged rear doors. The FlexDoors concept is a first from a volume manufacturer in the industry. Unlike the few well-known rear-hinged doors systems available, FlexDoors features full-sized doors which open independently without the need for a clamshell overlap by the front doors. A conventional B-pillar makes this independent opening possible, while ensuring good body rigidity and side impact protection. In addition, it has a handle that further facilitates entry and exit.

FlexDoors provide great functionality by making it easy to get into and out of the rear seat. Locating the door hinges on the C-pillar also allows more clearance for passengers' feet to swing past the B-pillar flange. The FlexDoors also open up to 84 degrees, much wider than conventional doors, for which 68-70 degrees is the usual standard. Front passengers also benefit from the same 84 degrees opening angle. FlexDoors are also more ergonomic and convenient for the front passengers to open FlexDoors when stowing a jacket, a briefcase or an umbrella behind the front seat.

FlexDoors also provide greater safety, especially for young families. Parents can reach into the rear seat more easily to help with buckling up, and children can be more safely guided when getting in and out of the vehicle. For example, when both the front and rear doors are open at the same time, a safety zone is created as both child and parent can get out of the car without a door separating them, reducing the risk of children stepping out into traffic.

FlexDoors add style to increased functionality. Stepping in and out of the vehicle not only feels much more natural, it looks cool and elegant. It's no longer necessary to twist or slide out of the rear seat.

The FlexDoors concept has been successfully market tested and evaluated with Opel Meriva customers since 2006. It s supported by an array of patented locking systems designed to optimize safety.

Monocab expression of new Opel design

Inside and out, the Opel Meriva moves forward Opel's new, expressive design language - sculptural artistry meets German precision - and adheres to the same focus on quality already seen on Insignia and the new Astra.

Opel designers created a dynamic and elegant monocab. A lower, sweeping roof-line combined with Opel's signature blade side-body motif and the wave rear window line give the Opel Meriva a fresh, distinctive character and look.

The FlexDoors invite you to an interior landscape of harmoniously flowing lines and surfaces. The wraparound wing shaped instrument panel enhances the feeling of width and roominess. The forward leaning center stack contributes to this and adds a notion of sportiness and sculpture.

The interior is appointed with six different levels of colour and trim. The widest choice ever offered on an Opel. The high standard of fit and finish of the chosen textures and materials as well as the layout and decoration of the controls is typical of more expensive cars.

Opel Meriva to launch with six environmentally friendly engines

The new Meriva benefits from a longer wheelbase, wider front and rear tracks, all contributing to improved handling and greater ride comfort.

The range of powertrains features economical and efficient turbocharged engines offering a power bandwidth from 75 to 140 hp. A particularly economical ecoFLEX version will also be offered. The Opel Meriva will offer a choice of 5 and 6-speed manual transmissions as well as a 6-speed automatic gearbox.

Designed and developed at Opel's engineering center in Rüsselsheim, Germany, the new Opel Meriva will be built in Zaragoza, Spain and is scheduled to go on sale in the summer of 2010.

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