Opel Astra GSe Starting at €47,400
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- 13/01/2023 11:00
It is now possible to order an Opel Astra GSe or an Opel Grandland GSe, two plug-in hybrids with a spirited temperament.
I’m talking about a time that those under twenty can’t possibly remember. If I mention Opel Commodore or Opel Monza, do you know them? These Coupés with the Blitz badge enjoyed their heyday in the 1970s and 1980s and referred to quite muscular models equipped with a 2.8-liter 6-cylinder petrol engine.
Different times, different habits, the GSe badge now adorns the rear of Opel Astra and Grandland models with… plug-in hybrid engines! But what’s special about these models is that they offer a certain temperament.
Opel Astra GSe:
The engine delivers a maximum power of 225 hp, thanks to the combination of a 180-hp turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine and an electric motor of 110 hp. The torque is set at 360 Nm. According to Opel, 0 to 100 km/h can be achieved in 7.5 seconds with a full battery. The 12.4 kWh battery would allow an estimated range of about 64 km under WLTP standards.
The chassis has been modified compared to other Opel Astra, with a lowered chassis by 10 millimeters, while the steering, suspension, and brakes are more suited to sporty driving.
Visually, the Opel Astra GSe stands out with its 18-inch diamond-black alloy wheels, its GSe lettering on the tailgate, and its specific front and rear bumpers. The interior features “performance” seats covered in Alcantara with the ergonomic AGR certification.
The price starts at €47,400.
Opel Grandland GSe :
Like other Stellantis models such as the Peugeot 3008 or the Citroën C5 Aircross, the Opel Grandland GSe features a 300-hp powertrain, combining a 1.6-liter turbo gasoline engine of 200 hp and two electric motors of 110 hp and 113 hp. These two motors are located on each axles, transforming the SUV into a four-wheel drive.
The performance surpasses that of the Opel Astra GSe, with 0 to 100 km/h in 6.1 seconds. The 14.6 kWh battery allows Opel to claim up to 63 km of range in all-electric mode.
Like its little sister, the Opel Grandland GSe adopts specific 19-inch rims that pay homage to the glorious GSe models of the last century. The wheels are here of a 19-inch diameter, and the specific GSe lettering is also present on the tailgate and bumpers. The upholstery is unique, and the multimedia interface includes connected GPS, compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, with a 12-inch screen.
The price is set at €58,850.
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