Opel has unveiled its latest SUV, the Frontera, in Istanbul, Turkey, replacing the aging Crossland with a larger body and modern Stellantis underpinnings. The Frontera, serving as the SUV twin of the Citroen C3 Aircross, comes in both mild-hybrid and fully electric variants, with prices starting from around ā¬24,000 ($25,900) in Germany. Opel has also announced the option for a seven-seater layout in addition to the standard five-seater version.
The digital premiere of the Opel Frontera, which will be offered as a Vauxhall in the UK, took place last month, unveiling both the exterior and interior design of the new model. Opel showcased the Frontera in person, providing additional details about the powertrain options, trim structure, and starting prices.
The Frontera features Opelās new āBlitzā emblem on its vizor fascia, accompanied by contemporary LED lighting, embracing Opelās latest styling language. The proportions and greenhouse are shared with its Citroen C3 Aircross counterpart.
Opel has opted for a streamlined trim structure consisting of two levels: the entry-level Frontera and the flagship Frontera GS, which can be paired with two optional packages.
Inside, the Frontera GS boasts a digital cockpit equipped with dual 10-inch displays integrated into the same panel. All versions include a standard āsmartphone stationā and numerous practical features, emphasizing the SUVās family-oriented nature.
Opel has confirmed plans to introduce a three-row, seven-seater layout for the Frontera in the near future, catering to the needs of larger families. Additionally, optional roof rails are available, capable of supporting a maximum weight of 240 kg (529 pounds), including a specifically-designed roof tent with an integrated ladder for the SUV.
The Opel / Vauxhall Frontera Hybrid is equipped with a turbocharged 1.2-liter gasoline engine, complemented by a 48V mild-hybrid system, generating 99 hp (74 kW / 100 PS), with an additional 28 hp (21 kW / 28 PS) provided by a single electric motor integrated into the six-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, exclusively sent to the front wheels.
A more potent variant of the Frontera Hybrid will be available, featuring the 134 hp (100 kW / 136 PS) version of the 1.2-liter engine paired with the same mild-hybrid setup.
Opel has promised a WLTP range exceeding 300 km (186 miles) in standard form for the Frontera Electric, and approximately 400 km (249 miles) in a long-range version, with the flagship EV trim potentially utilizing a 154 hp (156 PS / 115 kW) e-motor and 54 kWh battery configuration.
In Germany, the Frontera Hybrid will start from around ā¬24,000 ($25,900), while the Frontera Electric is priced from approximately ā¬29,000 ($31,282), positioning it as the most affordable electric SUV in its size category.
