Will Opel finally dare to resurrect the Manta?
This page is translated from the original post "Est-ce qu’Opel va enfin oser ressusciter la Manta ?" in French.
- 14/08/2025 11:33
Opel is preparing a showstopper for the IAA Mobility 2025 exhibition in Munich and unveils some images of a new concept car.
Opel has just released the first images of a radical-style concept car, which will be unveiled globally from September 8 to 14. Although its name remains a secret, everything indicates that it is a manifesto for the future generation of high-performance GSE models.
The images suggest a clear evolution of Opel’s stylistic language, with a new interpretation of the Opel Compass: a central illuminated logo, framed by horizontally and vertically precise lines. Mark Adams, vice president of design, has evidently given his teams free rein to combine aesthetics and sportiness.
Opel must dare!
Outside, the aerodynamic wheels strike immediately. Their angular design, with truncated triangular elements, pays tribute to icons of motorsport like the legendary Manta 400 rally car. This raises hopes: what if this concept heralds the grand return of the Manta, rather than yet another hyperactive SUV? Opel keeps the suspense, but the presence of the new GSE logo confirms the ambition: to push electric performance even further. The brand had already paved the way in June with the Mokka GSE, the first 100% electric model in the sports lineup.
The interior promises to be just as radical. One can see an innovative steering wheel inspired by competition, an ultra-light bucket seat, and a visible safety cage. This will transform the concept car into a true track machine while remaining true to Opel’s DNA of comfort and German rigor. “Our next concept car will make hearts race,” promises Florian Huettl, CEO of the Blitz brand, hinting that this prototype foreshadows the next wave of Opel models.
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This blend of audacity and pragmatism could mark a turning point. After several years of industrial refocusing and discreet commercial successes, Opel seems to want to breathe new emotional life into its lineup, with electric vehicles that do not forget the joy of driving.
It remains to be seen if this prototype is a sign of a true return of an icon, or simply a technological showcase. Imminent response: Opel will unveil all the details and the name of this concept car in early September, before showcasing it under the spotlight in Munich.
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