2011 Opel astra We've already given you the full scoop on the all-new Astra GTC, but in Frankfurt, Opel held the world premiere of its latest C-segment model
General Motors South Africa (GMSA) has announced that it will be introducing the new Opel Astra to South Africa in the first quarter of 2011. GMSA says the decision by parent company General Motors to retain the Opel brand and improved business conditions in general have opened up new opportunities in South Africa for the Opel brand.
“The certainty around the future of Opel is great news for South Africa and allows us to build on the fine history of the Opel brand and the Corsa and Astra ranges,” says GMSA Vice President of Planning, Ian Nicholls.
The introduction of the new Opel Astra to South Africa will continue a legacy in the compact car segment that started with the Kadett. The German engineered vehicle promises to carry on the success story of previous generation Opels in South Africa. The Astra is more spacious than ever, thanks to its longer wheelbase and greater width.
The new car will be offered with four new ECOTEC petrol engines, specifically a 1,4-litre, 1,4-litre turbo, 1,6-litre and 1,6-litre turbo. The new engines are expected to offer a balance between economy and performance. The diesel engine line up consists of 1,3-litre, 1,7-litre and 2,0-litre common rail engines. The average fuel consumption and CO2 emissions of the Euro 5 compliant engines have been cut by nearly 12 percent.
Powertrains and model specifications for the South African market have not yet been announced. When the new Opel Astra goes on sale in South Africa in 2011 it will complement the existing range of Opel products like the Corsa 3 door and 5 door, the Vivaro MPV/Van, and the Combo panel van.
We've already given you the full scoop on the all-new Astra GTC, but in Frankfurt, Opel held the world premiere of its latest C-segment model that blurs the line between three-door hatchbacks and coupes.
Based on the five-door Astra, the low-slung GTC sports a unique body shell as well as different platform dimensions as it has a 10mm longer wheelbase and wider tracks (+40mm up front and +30mm at the rear).
Opel says it has also fine-tuned the chassis with an exclusive HiPerStrut front wheel suspension and a Watt’s link rear axle to further hone the car's driving dynamics.
Initially, the Astra GTC will be offered in Europe with a choice of five engines delivering between 100HP and 180HP, including a 1.7-liter CDTI exoFLEX diesel available with 110HP and 130HP, both fitted with a fuel-saving Start/Stop system.
Future plans include the introduction of a high-performance OPC (called the VXR in the United Kingdom) model believed to be equipped with a turbocharged four-pot generating close to 300-horsepower.
The new Opel Astra Sports Tourer brings style, practicality and eco-friendly technology to the compact wagon segment, giving owners the flexibility to combine professional and private use in one vehicle.
Sharing the same Opel design DNA and Sports Tourer name as its larger Insignia counterpart, the Opel Astra Sports Tourer also introduces a similar focus on first class quality and functionality. The sculpted shape encapsulates a cabin with all the widely-acclaimed attributes of the Astra hatchback, while adding an ample cargo carrying capability. Space-efficient trunk design, enabling an impressive load volume of up to 1,550 liters, is complemented by smart, upscale features such as the new FlexFold Rear Seats - a system which folds the rear seatbacks at the touch of a button.
The Opel Astra Sports Tourer's athletic looks are backed by an equally athletic driving experience. The new wagon shares the same innovative rear suspension and mechatronic FlexRide chassis as its hatchback peer. Other class leading features such as AFL+ adaptive forward lighting and medically-approved ergonomic front seats add comfort and safety to the driving fun on offer.
A wide powertrain choice of nine fuel-efficient engines provides a bandwidth from 70 kW/95 hp to 132 kW/180 hp. Fuel-saving Start/Stop technology will be first introduced on the 1.3 CDTI engine (70 kW/95 hp) early next year, resulting in CO2 emissions as low as 109 g/km
In addition to reducing fuel bills, Opel engineers are leading the industry in minimizing damage repair costs from low speed crashes - the most frequent, according to insurance companies. As a result, new Astra owners can expect to pay some of the lowest annual insurance premiums in the segment.
Opel was among the first automakers in Europe to introduce a wagon body style in the early 1950s. The new Astra Sports Tourer now draws on more than 50 years of Opel expertise in designing and building station wagons.
The Opel Astra Sports Tourer will build on the momentum generated by the outstanding sales success of its hatchback partner, which has received nearly 200,000 orders so far. In recent years approximately 25 percent of all Astra model sold in Europe were wagons.
Conceived and developed at Opel's International Technical Development Center in Rüsselsheim, Germany, the Opel Astra Sports Tourer will be built at the company's production plant in Ellesmere Port, United Kingdom. Deliveries start in November this year.
It will be some time before Opel decides to take on the Golf R with another version of the Astra OPC. But these spy shots reveal an upcoming Astra GSI that may just fill the void for Opel enthusiasts until then.
The GSI is seen here with a camouflaged front bumper, which tells us the model will have a slightly altered front fascia from the standard Astra - a more aggressive look according to our spy photographer. The GSI will come with a dual exhaust at the back and a two-tone interior with sports seats. Also, the GSI will feature wider wheel arches, according to German car mag Auto, Motor und Sport.
The last Astra OPC came with a 2.0 liter turbocharged ecotec engine with 240 PS (177 kW) while the previous GSI was rated at 200 PS. We can expect the new GSI, second in the Astra pecking order, to come in somewhere in between.
The Opel Astra GSI will likely make it to dealer showrooms by the end of 2010.
The introduction of Start/Stop in the ecoFLEX Technology Package is a further step in Opel’s ongoing efforts to reduce fuel consumption and emissions. The system has been developed in-house, and has just been launched in the new Corsa 1.3 CDTI ecoFLEX, whose 70 kW/95 hp performance comes with fuel consumption of only 3.5 liters of diesel every 100 kilometers, and emissions of just 94 grams of CO2 per kilometer.
Start/Stop is currently available for the Opel Agila, Corsa and Astra. By spring 2012, the company will offer 34 car/engine combinations with this technology, including all Astra diesel and gasoline models with manual transmission.
CleanTech Combustion Technology further raises efficiency
Also introduced in the 2.0 CDTI engine as part of the ecoFLEX Technology Package to further lower fuel consumption, the innovative CleanTech Combustion Technology guarantees exceptionally clean combustion and reduces engine noise, too. This closed-loop system adjusts fuel injection to the combustion process in real time. That means the engine runs more quietly and efficiently. Furthermore, a reduced-friction camshaft bearing taps additional fuel-efficiency potential.
All manual-transmission Astra models include a shift-up indicator. The driver can actively lower fuel consumption by choosing the ideal moment to shift up as prompted on the multifunctional display.
Opel’s Start/Stop System benefits and functionality
Opel’s automatic Start/Stop system reduces the engine’s idle time and thus greenhouse-gas emissions and noise – an advantage not only for the car’s occupants, but for all road users, particularly in urban areas. Here, the principle is clear: An engine which is not running cannot consume fuel. Instead of idling at a traffic light or train crossing, the engine will automatically stop when the driver engages neutral and releases the clutch pedal (‘Autostop’ mode). When the traffic light turns green, drivers simply press the clutch pedal to restart the engine, shift into first gear and take off.
For safety reasons, and for the comfort of passengers, the temperature regulator and the brake booster vacuum control remain active in ‘Autostop’ mode. When the situation calls for it – for instance in slow, stop-start traffic – the driver can manually deactivate the system with the ‘eco’ labelled Start/Stop switch.
The styling of the GTC Paris Concept is largely guided by its five-door sibling, with sportier touches including more performance-oriented front and rear bumpers and a coupe-like roofline strongly reminiscent of the three-door variant of the previous-generation Astra H/C (the last Astra model to be sold in Australia).
"We wanted to express the most emotional side of the Opel brand and we believe this vehicle creates an appropriate visual impact to reinforce our dynamic sporty character," Opel's Mark Adams said.
Power for the GTC Paris Concept comes courtesy of a turbo-charged and direct-injected 2.0 litre four-cylinder petrol engine, paired with a six-speed manual transmission.
Until now, specific power figures for the GTC Paris Concept were a tightly-held secret. Opel has today revealed that the hot hatch's turbocharged engine pumps out a huge 213kW, bringing it within spitting distance of the 225kW offered by its ultimate rival, the Ford Focus RS.
The Astra Sports Tourer now takes Opel's exciting new design language - sculptural artistry meets German precision - into the compact wagon segment. Conceived in parallel with its hatchback stable mate, the wagon variant has its own stand alone identity. The athletic close-coupled proportions give it a unique presence, beyond being simply a wagon version of the hatchback.
From the B-pillars rearward, the bodywork is all new. The Opel Astra Sports Tourer's athletic character is defined by a single window graphic that tapers towards the D-pillar and a strong shoulder line, culminating in wide, sculpted tail lamp units, which adds a feeling of toned muscularity.
The sleek looks are accentuated by long, slim roof bars that flow neatly into a wide roof spoiler integrated into the top of the tailgate. Its raked angle helps create a dynamic profile that's in perfect balance with the swept, frontal styling. The signature Astra blade motif, sculpted into the side body ahead of the rear wheels, contributes to the sense of movement.
That elegant, stylish bodywork houses a surprisingly spacious cargo deck. Deep and flat sided, the fully carpeted trunk is free of any odd, space-eating corners or intrusions from the rear wheel-arches.
The Opel Astra Sports Tourer is the first compact wagon outside the premium segment to offer a remote seat-folding function. This ergonomic convenience provided by the FlexFold Rear Seats allows the cargo-carrying capacity to be increased from 500 to 1,550 liters by simply pushing a button. It automatically releases and lowers each section of the 60/40 split-fold rear seat back. It's no longer necessary to walk around the vehicle to separately lower each seat-back. Opel engineers have also designed the system to function without having to first move the seatbelts clear of the seat backs. With the seat backs down, the cargo deck is extended to an impressive 1,835 mm - 28 mm more than in the current Astra Station Wagon.
The Opel Astra Sports Tourer joins premium compact cars in offering a two-touch luggage compartment cover. The Easy Access Cover slides upward and out of the way with a simple tap to load or remove smaller items. For larger loads, the cover retracts completely into the cassette with a quick hand motion, coming to a soft stop. When not needed, the complete assembly can be easily removed and stored below the load floor of the cargo space.
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“The certainty around the future of Opel is great news for South Africa and allows us to build on the fine history of the Opel brand and the Corsa and Astra ranges,” says GMSA Vice President of Planning, Ian Nicholls.
The introduction of the new Opel Astra to South Africa will continue a legacy in the compact car segment that started with the Kadett. The German engineered vehicle promises to carry on the success story of previous generation Opels in South Africa. The Astra is more spacious than ever, thanks to its longer wheelbase and greater width.
The new car will be offered with four new ECOTEC petrol engines, specifically a 1,4-litre, 1,4-litre turbo, 1,6-litre and 1,6-litre turbo. The new engines are expected to offer a balance between economy and performance. The diesel engine line up consists of 1,3-litre, 1,7-litre and 2,0-litre common rail engines. The average fuel consumption and CO2 emissions of the Euro 5 compliant engines have been cut by nearly 12 percent.
Powertrains and model specifications for the South African market have not yet been announced. When the new Opel Astra goes on sale in South Africa in 2011 it will complement the existing range of Opel products like the Corsa 3 door and 5 door, the Vivaro MPV/Van, and the Combo panel van.
We've already given you the full scoop on the all-new Astra GTC, but in Frankfurt, Opel held the world premiere of its latest C-segment model that blurs the line between three-door hatchbacks and coupes.
Based on the five-door Astra, the low-slung GTC sports a unique body shell as well as different platform dimensions as it has a 10mm longer wheelbase and wider tracks (+40mm up front and +30mm at the rear).
Opel says it has also fine-tuned the chassis with an exclusive HiPerStrut front wheel suspension and a Watt’s link rear axle to further hone the car's driving dynamics.
Initially, the Astra GTC will be offered in Europe with a choice of five engines delivering between 100HP and 180HP, including a 1.7-liter CDTI exoFLEX diesel available with 110HP and 130HP, both fitted with a fuel-saving Start/Stop system.
Future plans include the introduction of a high-performance OPC (called the VXR in the United Kingdom) model believed to be equipped with a turbocharged four-pot generating close to 300-horsepower.
The new Opel Astra Sports Tourer brings style, practicality and eco-friendly technology to the compact wagon segment, giving owners the flexibility to combine professional and private use in one vehicle.
Sharing the same Opel design DNA and Sports Tourer name as its larger Insignia counterpart, the Opel Astra Sports Tourer also introduces a similar focus on first class quality and functionality. The sculpted shape encapsulates a cabin with all the widely-acclaimed attributes of the Astra hatchback, while adding an ample cargo carrying capability. Space-efficient trunk design, enabling an impressive load volume of up to 1,550 liters, is complemented by smart, upscale features such as the new FlexFold Rear Seats - a system which folds the rear seatbacks at the touch of a button.
The Opel Astra Sports Tourer's athletic looks are backed by an equally athletic driving experience. The new wagon shares the same innovative rear suspension and mechatronic FlexRide chassis as its hatchback peer. Other class leading features such as AFL+ adaptive forward lighting and medically-approved ergonomic front seats add comfort and safety to the driving fun on offer.
A wide powertrain choice of nine fuel-efficient engines provides a bandwidth from 70 kW/95 hp to 132 kW/180 hp. Fuel-saving Start/Stop technology will be first introduced on the 1.3 CDTI engine (70 kW/95 hp) early next year, resulting in CO2 emissions as low as 109 g/km
In addition to reducing fuel bills, Opel engineers are leading the industry in minimizing damage repair costs from low speed crashes - the most frequent, according to insurance companies. As a result, new Astra owners can expect to pay some of the lowest annual insurance premiums in the segment.
Opel was among the first automakers in Europe to introduce a wagon body style in the early 1950s. The new Astra Sports Tourer now draws on more than 50 years of Opel expertise in designing and building station wagons.
The Opel Astra Sports Tourer will build on the momentum generated by the outstanding sales success of its hatchback partner, which has received nearly 200,000 orders so far. In recent years approximately 25 percent of all Astra model sold in Europe were wagons.
Conceived and developed at Opel's International Technical Development Center in Rüsselsheim, Germany, the Opel Astra Sports Tourer will be built at the company's production plant in Ellesmere Port, United Kingdom. Deliveries start in November this year.
It will be some time before Opel decides to take on the Golf R with another version of the Astra OPC. But these spy shots reveal an upcoming Astra GSI that may just fill the void for Opel enthusiasts until then.
The GSI is seen here with a camouflaged front bumper, which tells us the model will have a slightly altered front fascia from the standard Astra - a more aggressive look according to our spy photographer. The GSI will come with a dual exhaust at the back and a two-tone interior with sports seats. Also, the GSI will feature wider wheel arches, according to German car mag Auto, Motor und Sport.
The last Astra OPC came with a 2.0 liter turbocharged ecotec engine with 240 PS (177 kW) while the previous GSI was rated at 200 PS. We can expect the new GSI, second in the Astra pecking order, to come in somewhere in between.
The Opel Astra GSI will likely make it to dealer showrooms by the end of 2010.
The introduction of Start/Stop in the ecoFLEX Technology Package is a further step in Opel’s ongoing efforts to reduce fuel consumption and emissions. The system has been developed in-house, and has just been launched in the new Corsa 1.3 CDTI ecoFLEX, whose 70 kW/95 hp performance comes with fuel consumption of only 3.5 liters of diesel every 100 kilometers, and emissions of just 94 grams of CO2 per kilometer.
Start/Stop is currently available for the Opel Agila, Corsa and Astra. By spring 2012, the company will offer 34 car/engine combinations with this technology, including all Astra diesel and gasoline models with manual transmission.
CleanTech Combustion Technology further raises efficiency
Also introduced in the 2.0 CDTI engine as part of the ecoFLEX Technology Package to further lower fuel consumption, the innovative CleanTech Combustion Technology guarantees exceptionally clean combustion and reduces engine noise, too. This closed-loop system adjusts fuel injection to the combustion process in real time. That means the engine runs more quietly and efficiently. Furthermore, a reduced-friction camshaft bearing taps additional fuel-efficiency potential.
All manual-transmission Astra models include a shift-up indicator. The driver can actively lower fuel consumption by choosing the ideal moment to shift up as prompted on the multifunctional display.
Opel’s Start/Stop System benefits and functionality
Opel’s automatic Start/Stop system reduces the engine’s idle time and thus greenhouse-gas emissions and noise – an advantage not only for the car’s occupants, but for all road users, particularly in urban areas. Here, the principle is clear: An engine which is not running cannot consume fuel. Instead of idling at a traffic light or train crossing, the engine will automatically stop when the driver engages neutral and releases the clutch pedal (‘Autostop’ mode). When the traffic light turns green, drivers simply press the clutch pedal to restart the engine, shift into first gear and take off.
For safety reasons, and for the comfort of passengers, the temperature regulator and the brake booster vacuum control remain active in ‘Autostop’ mode. When the situation calls for it – for instance in slow, stop-start traffic – the driver can manually deactivate the system with the ‘eco’ labelled Start/Stop switch.
The styling of the GTC Paris Concept is largely guided by its five-door sibling, with sportier touches including more performance-oriented front and rear bumpers and a coupe-like roofline strongly reminiscent of the three-door variant of the previous-generation Astra H/C (the last Astra model to be sold in Australia).
"We wanted to express the most emotional side of the Opel brand and we believe this vehicle creates an appropriate visual impact to reinforce our dynamic sporty character," Opel's Mark Adams said.
Power for the GTC Paris Concept comes courtesy of a turbo-charged and direct-injected 2.0 litre four-cylinder petrol engine, paired with a six-speed manual transmission.
Until now, specific power figures for the GTC Paris Concept were a tightly-held secret. Opel has today revealed that the hot hatch's turbocharged engine pumps out a huge 213kW, bringing it within spitting distance of the 225kW offered by its ultimate rival, the Ford Focus RS.
The Astra Sports Tourer now takes Opel's exciting new design language - sculptural artistry meets German precision - into the compact wagon segment. Conceived in parallel with its hatchback stable mate, the wagon variant has its own stand alone identity. The athletic close-coupled proportions give it a unique presence, beyond being simply a wagon version of the hatchback.
From the B-pillars rearward, the bodywork is all new. The Opel Astra Sports Tourer's athletic character is defined by a single window graphic that tapers towards the D-pillar and a strong shoulder line, culminating in wide, sculpted tail lamp units, which adds a feeling of toned muscularity.
The sleek looks are accentuated by long, slim roof bars that flow neatly into a wide roof spoiler integrated into the top of the tailgate. Its raked angle helps create a dynamic profile that's in perfect balance with the swept, frontal styling. The signature Astra blade motif, sculpted into the side body ahead of the rear wheels, contributes to the sense of movement.
That elegant, stylish bodywork houses a surprisingly spacious cargo deck. Deep and flat sided, the fully carpeted trunk is free of any odd, space-eating corners or intrusions from the rear wheel-arches.
The Opel Astra Sports Tourer is the first compact wagon outside the premium segment to offer a remote seat-folding function. This ergonomic convenience provided by the FlexFold Rear Seats allows the cargo-carrying capacity to be increased from 500 to 1,550 liters by simply pushing a button. It automatically releases and lowers each section of the 60/40 split-fold rear seat back. It's no longer necessary to walk around the vehicle to separately lower each seat-back. Opel engineers have also designed the system to function without having to first move the seatbelts clear of the seat backs. With the seat backs down, the cargo deck is extended to an impressive 1,835 mm - 28 mm more than in the current Astra Station Wagon.
The Opel Astra Sports Tourer joins premium compact cars in offering a two-touch luggage compartment cover. The Easy Access Cover slides upward and out of the way with a simple tap to load or remove smaller items. For larger loads, the cover retracts completely into the cassette with a quick hand motion, coming to a soft stop. When not needed, the complete assembly can be easily removed and stored below the load floor of the cargo space.
2011 Opel astra
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