Opel resource center, Opel news, images, wallpapers, screensaver and many more info about your Opel supercar http://www.supercarnews.net/opel en-us Blog Opel will showcase to the public for the first time at the British International Motor Show (July 23 - August 3, 2008) both the four-door notchback and five-door hatchback versions of its new flagship car, the Insignia.The new Opel Insignia highlights breathtaking design: Both body styles boast a flowing, muscular yet elegant silhouette with a coupé roofline. Designers of the new car delibe ... http://www.supercarnews.net/opel/2009-opel-insignia-hatchback The design of the Insignia takes Opel to a new level, showcasing the brand's new confidence with a bold, dynamic and sophisticated car. Understanding the concepts and cues that went into the creation of Opel Insignia is vital to appreciating the driving experience.The Opel Insignia's look signals a new direction for the brand and shows the new design elements that will be seen in future models. It ... http://www.supercarnews.net/opel/2009-opel-insignia The world premiere of the GTC Concept (Gran Turismo Coupé) at the 77th Geneva Motor Show gives an insight into how dynamic and refreshing Opel's new design language will look in the future. "This concept car demonstrates the new interpretation of the Opel brand," explains Alain Visser, Executive Director, European Opel Marketing. "The GTC Concept embodies the confident, emot ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2007-opel-gtc-concept Opel has shifted into top gear with the new Corsa. Following the successful market launch of the bestseller's fourth generation, Opel now sends the sporty top version on to the road. The OPC model is the quintessential expression of the Corsa's dynamic character, with top-level agility and vehicle control promising pure driving fun. Its 1.6-liter turbo engine with 141 kW/192 hp accelerates the co ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2008-opel-corsa-opc The modern definition of an athletic two-seater finds its form in the new Opel GT. As a classic roadster, it has a powerful front-mounted engine, rear-wheel drive, a cockpit with sporty instruments and a tailor-made fabric roof. With a wide stance, sleek silhouette, long, front-hinged hood and short overhangs, the proportions are typical of this class. The Opel GT also brings new charm to this ge ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2007-opel-gt Following the enthusiastic reaction to the Antara GTC crossover concept car at the IAA 2005, Opel launches the production version of the all-new Antara this year. The technically sophisticated five-seater combines dynamic, elegant design with intelligent four-wheel drive, high levels of functionality, generous interior space, a raised seat position and clever transport features such as "Flex ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2007-opel-antara The young generation of the Opel model range has a new family member - the all-new five-door Corsa. It is distinctively different from the three-door version, following the same philosophy Opel successfully realized with the Astra and Astra GTC. While the coupé-like three-door Corsa has inherited a bold sporty character, the five-door’s concept makes it an ideal family and leisure-ti ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2006-opel-corsa-cdti-5-door The new Vectra models are on the starting grid: sales of the new versions of the successful Opel mid-size models will start September 17, shortly after they premiere at the International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt. Highlights include a completely new, striking face in dynamic Opel design language, an extensively modified engine range with a brand new, top-of-the-line 230 hp 2.8-liter V6 turbo ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2006-opel-vectra The new front clearly expresses the superb driving dynamics of the new Vectra models . Combined with numerous class-leading technical innovations, the course is set for continued success in the mid-size segment", says Hans H. Demant, Vice President Engineering, General Motors Europe. Like their predecessors, the new Vectra and Signum will be produced in the state-of-the-art Rüsselsheim ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2006-opel-vectra-station-wagon The four-door Vectra sedan is offered in the equipment lines Vectra, Edition and Cosmo. The five-door hatchback, station wagon and Signum are additionally available in the Sport variant, which can be recognized on the hatchback (from 1.8-liter ECOTEC) by the "GTS" badge. All models, including even entry-level versions, are equipped with the comprehensive comfort package as standard. Th ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2006-opel-vectra-gts A complete Tuning-Programm for the Astra GT/C celebrates premiere on the Tuning World Bodensee. The Design program selected with care help the already as standard equipment sporty OPEL to still more prestige and makes it owing to LUMMA Tuning a genuine eyecatcher. According to kind of the master the front of the OPEL von Horst Lumma was again created, so that the sporty elegant Design goes still ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2006-lumma-design-astra-gtc With its self-confident looks and friendly, distinctive face, the new Opel Corsa is ready for its first public appearance. The British International Motor Show (July 18 - 30) in London, Europe's trend-setting metropolis, will be the stage for the Corsa's world premiere. Unmistakable characteristics of the new Corsa include unique design with strong, sporty lines, a newly-developed chassis for agi ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2007-opel-corsa With the new Zafira OPC, Opel and the Opel Performance Center (OPC) have given their success model even more power. The exclusive characteristics of the world's fastest series minivan: an as yet unrivalled blend of "sports van" driving dynamics and variability, which is at the top of its class. A 2.0-liter turbocharged gasoline engine and a maximum output of 177 kW/240 hp constitute the ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2006-opel-zafira-opc With the world premiere of the new Zafira 1.6 CNG (Compressed Natural Gas) at the International Automobile Exhibition (IAA) in Frankfurt, natural gas market leader Opel presents the new version of the best-selling natural gas vehicle in Germany. 20,000 units of the predecessor model were produced and the new Zafira CNG again features the unique Flex7 system, which allows it to be quickly turned f ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2006-opel-zafira-cng The new front clearly expresses the superb driving dynamics of the new Vectra models . Combined with numerous class-leading technical innovations, the course is set for continued success in the mid-size segment", says Hans H. Demant, Vice President Engineering, General Motors Europe. Like their predecessors, the new Vectra and Signum will be produced in the state-of-the-art Rüsselsheim ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2006-opel-vectra-caravan The new Vectra and Signum models are on the starting grid: sales of the new versions of the successful Opel mid-size models will start September 17, shortly after they premiere at the International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt. Highlights include a completely new, striking face in dynamic Opel design language, an extensively modified engine range with a brand new, top-of-the-line 230 hp 2.8-lite ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2006-opel-signum World premiere of Opel's new cabrio-coupé at the IAA: following the successful launches of the sedan, station wagon and GTC, Opel presents its fourth distinctive Astra model. The Astra TwinTop will be unveiled to the public for the first time at the International Automobile Exhibition in Frankfurt (September 17 - 25). The elegant four-seater with a new-generation electro-hydraulic retracta ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2006-opel-astra-twintop New: OPC high-performance version with 180 turbo hp The high-performance version of the versatile minivan, the Meriva OPC, is new to the range, with prices starting at 23,000 euros in Germany. The newly-developed, 132 kW/180 hp, 1.6-liter ECOTEC turbo engine ensures powerful performance. It takes the Meriva OPC from zero to 100 km/h in 8.2 seconds, and accelerates it to a top speed of 222 ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2006-opel-meriva-opc The Opel Meriva added a new dimension to the minivan segment when it was introduced in May 2003, and has been market leader in Europe since then. The Meriva goes into 2006 with a new design and new engines, plus an extended range of technological features. Prices for the spacious and multi-variable five-seater, which has sold more than 500,000 since its debut, start at 14,520 euros in Germany (re ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2006-opel-meriva Opel's performance heritage is re-awakened in the Steinmetz Astra GTC. Lowered, with 19“ wheels, the Steinmetz Astra GTC harmoniously combines a complete aerodynamic package with the Opel in Sports mode, making the car even more agile at the touch of a button. Suspension Upgrade Lowered by a little more than 1 inch, the Astra GTC is crouched ready for action. Safety and uncompro ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2005-opel-astra-gtc-by-steinmetz With the Vectra OPC in the five-door hatchback version and the Vectra station wagon OPC, Opel is entering the category of midsize sports cars with two vehicles. Not only do they represent the present performance peak of the Opel program, they also rank among the most powerful front-wheel drive cars. The Vectra high-performance models made their debut at the Frankfurt International Motor Show (IAA ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2006-opel-vectra-caravan-opc With the Vectra OPC in the five-door hatchback version and the Vectra station wagon OPC, Opel is entering the category of midsize sports cars with two vehicles. Not only do they represent the present performance peak of the Opel program, they also rank among the most powerful front-wheel drive cars. The Vectra high-performance models made their debut at the Frankfurt International Motor Show (IAA ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2006-opel-vectra-opc With its four-wheel drive Antara GTC concept vehicle (Gran Turismo Crossover), Opel demonstrates just how dynamic and athletic an SUV (Sport Utility Vehicle) can actually be. The study has its premiere at the International Motor Show in Frankfurt (IAA) from September 15-25, 2005. With the characteristic three-door design (length/width/height: 4530/1970/1640 mm), Opel shows a particularly sporty i ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2005-opel-antara-gtc Opel is extending the engine range for the Tigra TwinTop with a compact four-cylinder, common-rail turbo-diesel unit. In addition to the two ECOTEC gasoline engines with 1.4 and 1.8-liter displacements (66 kW/90 hp and 92 kW/125 hp), customers now also have the choice of a particularly fuel-efficient 51 kW/70 hp 1.3-liter diesel. The Tigra TwinTop 1.3 CDTI, featuring four-valve technology and stat ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2005-opel-tigra-twin-top-1.8 With its expressive, dynamic design, the Astra GTC (Gran Turismo Compact) delivers what its name promises. At the same time, the third unique model – after the five-door and station wagon – in the new Astra generation is the most dramatic interpretation of the Astra form language. The GTC’s look is accentuated by a panorama windshield, which is making its own world premiere in th ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2005-opel-astra-gtc-with-panoramic-roof Paris August 17, 2004; The new Opel Astra GTC makes its world premiere at the international Paris Motor Show (September 25 – October 10, 2004). With its expressive, dynamic design, the Astra GTC (Gran Turismo Compact) delivers what its name promises. At the same time, the third unique model – after the five-door and station wagon – in the new Astra generation is the most dramatic ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2005-opel-astra-gtc Astra High Performance Concept was the name of the attention-getting study Opel presented at the 2004 Paris Motor Show to demonstrate how an OPC version of the Astra GTC could look. Only six months later, the sporty top-of-the-line Opel Astra OPC made its premiere at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2005. The especially agile and fast three-door model is powered by a 240 bhp 2.0-liter turbo eng ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2005-opel-astra-opc