Opel Grandland GSe: A More Aggressive Look for the 300 HP Hybrid SUV

Opel gradually develops its new GSe label, dedicated to electrified vehicles geared more towards performance.

After the Astra, the Grandland also gets a GSe version. The recipe remains unchanged: Opel combines a powerful electrified motorization with a sporty look, without making significant technical modifications.

Externally, the Opel Grandland GSe shows off its muscles without falling into excess. The 19-inch alloy wheels and the new rear diffuser add a hint of extra aggressiveness to the German SUV. An optional black hood can complete the package. Inside, notable features include sport seats, GSe logos on the backrests, and Alcantara upholstery.

An Opel Grandland GSe with a 300-horsepower hybrid engine

Technically, the Opel Grandland GSe holds no surprises. The only changes involve adjusted suspension and steering calibrations to enhance the vehicle’s dynamics. Otherwise, the GSe model shares the same 300-horsepower plug-in hybrid system as previously available on this model. The combination of a 1.6-liter turbo gasoline engine with two electric motors (including one on the rear axle) allows for all-wheel drive. Performance-wise, the vehicle can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.1 seconds and reaches a top speed of 235 km/h.

The battery details are not discussed in the release, but no changes are expected on that front either. Like other Stellantis models equipped with the 300-hp hybrid system, the Opel Grandland GSe uses a 13.2 kWh battery, which theoretically offers just over 50 km in electric mode. This mode can operate up to a speed of 135 km/h.

The price of the Opel Grandland GSe has not yet been announced. It is expected to be above 55,000 €.

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