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Opel moves towards full electrification in 2028


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Opel is firmly committed to electrification, with the aim of offering an exclusively electric range from 2028. In 2022, coinciding with the brand’s 160th anniversary, the German firm has taken a decisive step by offering its Combo Life, Vivaro Combi and Zafira Life with M1 tourism homologation exclusively in the 100% electric version. A process that will enter a new phase in 2024, with the presence of electrified alternatives in each of the models in the range and that will culminate in 2028, the year in which
Opel will become, more than ever, the brand of lightning, exclusively marketing passenger cars with electric batteries in Europe.

Looking to the future, Opel has prepared two very different developments in its philosophy and its concept. In the coming months, the Opel Astra Plug-in Hybrid will arrive, continuing the lightning brand’s long tradition of mid-segment saloons with a proposal that provides a modern design with the Opel Vizor and technologies until now reserved for higher segments.

Already in 2022 it offers one of the most complete ranges of electrified vehicles. Its low emission vehicles cover a wide variety of segments, ranging from the compact Opel Corsa-e to SUVs, with the electric Opel Mokka-e and the Opel Grandland Plug-in Hybrid. The brand has not forgotten the minivans and multipurpose vehicles, with the Opel Zafira-e Life or the Opel Vivaro-e Combi. Thinking of companies and professionals, Opel incorporates electrified versions in all its commercial vehicle models. In addition, the expected Opel Astra Plug-in Hybrid will arrive in the coming months and in 2023 the innovative Opel Rocks-e.

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Manufactured at the Zaragoza Plant, the Opel Corsa-e has become a benchmark among B-segment electric cars. Beyond its up to 359 km of autonomy, its 50 kWh battery can be quickly charged up to 80% of its capacity in 30 minutes. Thanks to its power of 136 hp (100 kW) and its maximum instantaneous torque of 260 Nm, it stands out for its responsiveness, agility and dynamic behaviour. In the technological section, the Corsa-e is also a benchmark, thanks to solutions that are unique in the segment such as its innovative Intelli-Lux matrix headlights.

In the fashion segment, that of SUVs, the Opel Mokka-e inaugurates the new front of the brand, the Opel Vizor, in a city car, in which the new generation of the lightning logo, the Opel Blitz, reigns. At the rear, the name of the model appears aligned in the center while the interior debuts the Pure Panel instrument panel, fully digitized and intuitive that promises a completely new driving experience.

His “big brother” in the SUV universe is the New Opel Grandland. Its Plug-in Hybrid version combines the best of electric traction and the combustion engine to obtain high performance and a considerable “zero emissions” autonomy of 60 km, provided by a 13.2 kWh battery. Under the hood, this high-end SUV combines a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine and two electric drives, offering a combined output of up to 300 hp (221 kW) in its 4×4 version. Its combined fuel consumption is 1.3-1.4 l/100 km and CO2 emissions are 29-32 g/km. It can reach a maximum speed of 235 km/h.

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The Opel Combo-e Cargo is characterized by its interior space, its practical vocation and its versatility. It offers space for up to two Euro pallets and, depending on the version, up to 4.4 m3 of load capacity, which can reach up to 800 kg. It offers one of the highest levels of technology in the segment. Its most versatile version, the Opel Combo-e Life, offers a wide variety of options, with five or seven seats and a short or long wheelbase. Great for its versatility, practicality and interior space, the 100% electric multi-purpose vehicle for leisure activities from the German manufacturer has configurations with one or two sliding side doors and is offered in a 4.4-meter-long or XL version. of 4.75 meters, both with five or seven seats.

Both ranges incorporate advanced technologies such as automatic cruise control, forward collision alert with automatic emergency braking, driver drowsiness alert, blind spot alert and HUD projection screen. Its electric traction chain develops 136 CV / 100 kW of power and provides a range of up to 280 km, according to the WLTP approval protocol.

With a range in which you can choose from three lengths: the S of 4.60 meters, the M of 4.95m or the L of 5.30m, without giving up up to 9 seats, the Opel Vivaro-e adapts to all types of companies and professionals with the added advantage of its 1.90 m height, which allows you to access underground car parks without problems. It also has a wide range of optional assistance systems, which increase comfort and safety.

The Opel Zafira-e Life, the brand meets the expectations of families and professionals looking for a spacious vehicle, with the capacity to comfortably transport up to 9 people, with all the advantages of the DGT Zero label. Available in three lengths and two levels of autonomy, it adapts to all kinds of needs.

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