2013 Opel Astra Sedan

Opel Astra expands his family, a successful model with a new and stylish sports sedan. With Astra typical strengths, including advanced technology and quality is widely recognized, the new luxury sedan a more elegant and convenient for customers who opt for this type of car usually in the segment of the middle class would fact. With the new Opel Astra sedan with four doors, the door of five, the Sports Tourer wagon and sporty GTC Coupé, the line-up of the Opel Astra Best-Seller is now complete.

At the beginning of the sale in June 2012, customers can initially choose from seven different engines for the new Opel Astra sedan, four petrol engines (74 kW/100 hp to 132 kW/180 hp), three of which are combined with an automatic transmission, six three diesel engines from 70 kW/95 hp and 96 kW/130 hp). The two ultra-efficient 1.7 CDTI ecoFLEX Astra sedan models with Start / Stop and other efficiency technology to combine high power outputs from 81 kW/110 hp and 96 kW/130 hp and fuel consumption at less than 3.7 liters per 100 km. This amounts to just 99g/km of CO2. In addition to this engine offers a wide range early next year, the new four-door Astra will benefit from the introduction of new, highly efficient, powerful and refined Opel ECOTEC gasoline SIDI generation four-cylinder 1.6-liter, turbocharged cooler spark ignition direct injection.

The new Astra sedan (length / width / height: 4658/1814/1476 mm) with a wheelbase of 2685 mm and offers a great life. The trunk offers 460 liters separate - 90 liters more than the five-door. By breaking down the rear bench seat split 60:40 in the boot volume can be increased to a maximum of 1010 liters.

"With its sporty, elegant design, the new Astra sedan drew back compact four-door segment. Like all our Astra was developed in Rüsselsheim and offering a high level of technology and quality is widely recognized," says Director Opel Managing Karl-Friedrich Stracke. "Our new Astra notchback is an important part of our product offensive and plays a key role in our growth strategy. This is an elegant, less expensive alternative for many midsize four-door sedan segment, so we see great potential for conquest in Western Europe. There is also a leading role especially in our market share in key growth markets such as Russia and Turkey, where he there is strong consumer demand for small cars with a separate trunk. "

Sporty and elegant design and balanced proportions

The design team gave the new Opel Astra Sedan is one of the most stylish and elegant silhouettes. The roofline the cockpit slightly curved, and scan down through the transparent window on the trailing edge in the form of steeply inclined to the aerodynamic rear short end of the bridge. And because the C-pillar raked extends so far into the rear deck, overlooking the visual dimension of the trunk so elegant. The characteristic curve defined by more handles to the rear, the creation of a muscle "elbow" below the base of the axle and rear C-pillar.

The rear is dominated by the steeply raked rear window, an integrated deck spoiler, and the vast expanse of molded bumpers. The design of taillights that resemble other Astra models and the subtle bends that connects them adds width and avoid any impression of volume. The lamps have a form inside a wing for the function of backlight, the signing of the Opel brand. There is a more sculptural quality in the bumper where the license plate indent in the shape of the section of trunk lid. Together these elements combine to create a well balanced and harmonious design of the automobile.

The Vice President of Design Mark Adams said: .. "Having the Astra model range continues our project meeting with German precision sculpted body variants in a very dynamic personality all, we believe that starts the four-door sedan Astra sedan we are now the most elegant and proportionate in the present the compact class. "Customers want their Opel Astra sedan visually more appealing, can choose from a wide range of wheel designs in sizes up to 19 inches.

Technology standards and qualities typical of the Top Segment Astra notchback

With its sporty, elegant design, quality typical Astra and a wide range of technologically advanced solutions - some unique, some are unusual for this segment - the new Opel compact four-door sedan for customers with high expectations. The Advanced Forward Lighting (AFL +) with bi-xenon headlights and a variety of difficult lighting functions, including distribution of light varies depending on the light in the corners and High-beam assistant significantly increase active safety . FlexRide adaptive automatically adjusts the suspension damping to the current driving situation and offers the driver the choice between three different modes: Standard, Tour mode designed for comfort and more about the Sport mode. The ergonomic AGR ("healthy back campaign eV") approved the seats that are easy on the back for driver and front passenger are available. There are also various infotainment systems that make travel more enjoyable and safer. The navigation system features more than 900 aircraft that the top lines of over 30 European countries and stores a digital guide to SD card.

Compact sedan to offer growth opportunities

The new four-door Opel Astra Sedan is an important addition to the latest generation of the Astra range. In Western Europe, particularly Germany and Spain, the Opel marketing experts see growth opportunities for the new four-door model as a cheaper alternative to the elegant saloon in the luxury class. In addition, there is a strong demand for compact sedan variants in the growth markets of Central and Eastern Europe, including Russia and Turkey. Russia is currently the sales the second largest in Europe and the main European market should be in place for a total of 3.4 million deliveries in 2014. In all segments are more than 60 percent of all cars sold in Europe are sold in Russia. Last year, in the compact segment, 51 percent of local customers, has opted for a version in three volumes. Russia is the third largest market for the Astra in Europe. Because Opel has decided the world premiere of the new member of the Astra range by 2012 Moscow Show (August 29 to September 9) to celebrate.

2013 Opel Mokka

A new name and a new segment for Opel: At the beginning of the new year and two months before its world premiere at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2012, Opel was the first publication of photos of the new dynamics of sub-compact vehicles SUV Opel Moka. With the new mocha, Opel becomes the first German manufacturer to launch a competitor in the growing sub-compact SUV segment.

Despite its measure 4.28 meters, Opel mocha ample space for five people in a dominant position.

It also offers the promise of Opel, combine attractive design, innovative technologies and sophisticated functionality, making them suitable for a wider segment of customers.

"The Opel mocha takes its strength from the tradition, the large SUV and puts them in a modern, compact format," says Opel Managing Director Karl-Friedrich Stracke. "The machine mocha Opel expands the range and continues the momentum we have built in recent years with our strong product offensive. In addition to stimulating the new B-SUV segment, which is expected to grow significantly in coming years. "

Dynamic driving experience and way of life
The coffee maker Opel, combining functionality and convenient, high seating position, with a little adrenaline. It can be a technology-wheel, which completely shifts torque to the rear wheels if they are for better traction and handling facilities required. Power is supplied by three high-efficiency motors supplied. All manual gearboxes are mounted on the fuel economy Opel start / stop system. The petrol range consists of a 85 kW/115 hp 1.6-liter naturally aspirated and 103 kW/140 hp 1.4-liter turbocharged 200 Nm of torque. On the side there is a diesel engine 93 kW/130 hp 1.7 CDTI turbo-diesel with 300 Nm of torque. Both the 1.4 and 1.7 CDTI turbo can be combined with a six-speed manual transmission or six-speed automatic.

Opel introduces the new mocha technology for B-SUV segment, as a series of driver assistance systems on the Opel Eye front camera system is based, and a rearview camera. In addition, Opel has mocha ergonomic seat, which has been certified by EGR - German sound discretion Back "Campaign for the Health Saving eV" organization. In addition to a generous cargo area of ​​mocha, fully integrated next-generation Flex-Fix carrier that is exclusive to Opel.

With all these qualities, coffee Opel for people with an active life and cleverly designed. It's also on behalf of small, round beans of the Coffea arabica variety is known inspires reflection.

Beverages with coffee mocha is a sophisticated and cultured, full of character and full of energy. As is the coffee maker Opel compact and great attitude.

Bold SUV design combined with sophisticated features
With mocha, the design philosophy of mixing Opel "sculptural artistry with German precision," a new expression in the sub-compact SUV segment. Moka The Opel is a courageous stand, with elegant sculptures and traits, while retaining an edge with sporty lines and athletic, muscular body. They are attracted by Opel-typical "blade" side of the body, sweeping back. Coffee with sports references Guard ground, it does so also for gravel roads, and introduces the 1540 mm wide track again. The appearance is enhanced by robust alloy wheels 18 "which are standard in the fun and Cosmo trim level.

The interior features a new mocha Opel-typical values ​​such as flexibility and user-friendly features. The Opel Moka offers up to 1372 liters of cargo space, and up to 19 memory locations.

The resilience of mocha, with the new generation of rear carrier Flex-Fix can be added - ideal for active lifestyles. Opel is the only manufacturer to offer such a system. Friendly support is fully integrated into the functions back like a drawer and can accommodate up to three bikes at a time.

All-wheel drive technology, front-wheel drive and only available
Front wheel and All-Wheel-Drive are both available in the new Opel mocha. All-wheel drive ensures a high degree of stability and security but also the extension of powers of mocha, the harshest environments. Be filed with the handling and tensile tests, the system automatically and transparently transfers power to the rear wheels.

Standard features that should improve the driving experience in all versions of the command Opel mocha Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Traction Control (TC) and Hill Start Assist (HSA) and Hill Descent Control (HDC) system - the best driving comfort and safety in an area up or down.

Rich and refined, making the Opel mocha technologies available for the B-luxury SUV segment.

The Advanced Adaptive Forward Lighting (AFL +), driving safety is increased to the third generation of bi-xenon, high beam Assist (HBA) understands. The new generation of the Opel Eye front camera is also available on board. It gives the driver access to various functions such as Lane Departure Warning (LDW) and the second generation of the recognition of signs. No other sub-compact SUV that offers such a system, security and comfort.

Coffee is the Opel dealers by the end of 2012.

2013 Opel Astra Opc

The Opel Astra OPC is powered by a 2.0 liter direct injection turbo gasoline engine.

This power house ensures that the Opel Astra OPC can attain a prime velocity of 250 km/h.

The high tech front-wheel suspension, HiPerStrut (High Performance Strut) of the Opel Astra GTC helps to achieve this.

The exclusive physique work of the Opel Astra OPC is an expression of pure ardour for power and speed.

The Opel Astra GTC with its racy edge has so far been probably the most emotional expression of Opel’s design language but the OPC version flexes its muscles.

Within the inside, the compact sports activities automotive has efficiency seats, a flat OPC sports leather steering wheel and particular instruments.

The Opel Astra OPC is powered by a 2.0 liter direct injection turbo gasoline engine.

This power house ensures that the Opel Astra OPC can reach a top speed of 250 km/h. The high tech front-wheel suspension, HiPerStrut (High Performance Strut) of the Opel Astra GTC helps to achieve this.

The exclusive body work of the Opel Astra OPC is an expression of pure passion for power and speed. In the inside, the compact sports car has performance seats, a flat OPC sports leather steering wheel and special instruments.

2011 Opel Rak E Concept

Not to be outdone by its German counterparts, Opel displayed its vision for a low-cost urban commuter with the two-seater RAK e concept car.

Powering the concept is an electric motor that generates a peak output of 49HP (36.5kW) and a continuous 14HP (10.5kW), while energy is drawn from a 5kWh battery. "We want to develop electric vehicles that everyone can afford," said Karl-Friedrich Stracke, Opel CEO, in Frankfurt.

Opel is staking a strong claim for the center of attention with an all-new battery-powered electric vehicle. The Opel RAK e Concept opens a new chapter in electric mobility and extends Opel's pioneering role in alternative propulsion systems.

The range-extending concept of the Ampera demonstrates our leadership in electrification of the automobile, the Opel RAK e experimental vehicle aims to deliver pricing that even younger customers can afford. In 1928 RAK 2 catapulted the grandson of company-founder Adam Opel to a top speed of 228 km/h. The potential of the spectacular experimental vehicle is reflected in the innovative design.

"1-Euro Car": Electric Propulsion with Minimal Running Costs
Young, environmentally conscious, or technology-fans, the Opel RAK e appeals to a variety of customers for whom the cool looks of an electric vehicle are as important as its energy consumption.

Around three meters long and 119 cm high, the aerodynamic Opel RAK e offers zero-emission driving at minimal running costs.

Early Start: Electric Driving Aged 16
Weighing only 380 kg the Opel RAK e is only one third of the weight of a modern small car. It takes very little energy for Opel RAK e to deliver such performance - peak power output is 36.5 kW/49 hp; 10.5 kW/14 hp is continuously available. Over an annual 10,000 km the Opel RAK e's energy consumption would therefore be a modest 525 kWh.

The New Opel,Reviews

When General Motors entered negotiations to sell a majority stake in its long-time European brands, New Opel and Vauxhall, it worried those who remembered how Chrysler Corporation's Carter-era government loans forced it to sell off foreign interests and concentrate on North American production.

TERMS DESCRIBED IN THE MOU ARE:
Magna and its partner, Russian government-controlled Sberbank, will own 55 percent in exchange for about $500 million, $450 million of that in cash. Sberbank is proxy for Russian automaker GAZ, which is undergoing its own reorganization, and will take over as Magna's partner in 2010.

M retains 35 percent. The remaining 10 percent goes to Opel and Vauxhall employees.
German and/or European Union banks will extend a total of about 4.5 billion euros in loans to Opel/Vauxhall (about U.S. $6.6 billion at the time of the MOU announcement).

Any new Opel technology under development may have to be shared with the rest of GM after the deal is completed, only if Opel's new majority owners agree. Magna and GAZ will control technology and platforms that Opel designs and/or builds in Germany.