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Opel Meriva Concept

Opel Meriva Concept

The Opel Meriva Concept takes flexibility to new heights with its innovative FlexDoors system, which consists of rear-hinged rear doors that swing open toward the back of the car. As the B-pillars have been purposely retained for passive security reasons, the Meriva Concept's front and rear doors can also be opened independently of each other. Other rear-hinged rear doors already on the market can only be opened after the front door has been opened.

The FlexDoors system enhances comfort and functionality, as the highest point of the roof - just behind the B-pillars - is exactly where the passengers enter and exit the vehicle. This architecture enabled designers to create a very dynamic and unique silhouette, with the arched roof line sloping down to the C-pillars.

Especially eye-catching is the dynamic "wave" in the window line just behind the B-pillars, which provides an excellent all-round view for rear passengers, particularly for children. The body boasts the distinctive "blade" bodyside form, which was a design element of the GTC Coupé and Flextreme. Another feature is the U-shaped windshield, which stretches up and back over the rear passengers' heads - echoing the Astra GTC's panorama windshield. The slim A-pillars and windshield pulled far down ensure plenty of light and a spacious interior atmosphere. Both elements contribute to the outstanding all-round visibility for the occupants.

Opel Meriva Concept

Opel Meriva Concept

The Opel Meriva Concept takes flexibility to new heights with its innovative FlexDoors system, which consists of rear-hinged rear doors that swing open toward the back of the car. As the B-pillars have been purposely retained for passive security reasons, the Meriva Concept's front and rear doors can also be opened independently of each other. Other rear-hinged rear doors already on the market can only be opened after the front door has been opened.

The FlexDoors system enhances comfort and functionality, as the highest point of the roof - just behind the B-pillars - is exactly where the passengers enter and exit the vehicle. This architecture enabled designers to create a very dynamic and unique silhouette, with the arched roof line sloping down to the C-pillars.

Especially eye-catching is the dynamic "wave" in the window line just behind the B-pillars, which provides an excellent all-round view for rear passengers, particularly for children. The body boasts the distinctive "blade" bodyside form, which was a design element of the GTC Coupé and Flextreme. Another feature is the U-shaped windshield, which stretches up and back over the rear passengers' heads - echoing the Astra GTC's panorama windshield. The slim A-pillars and windshield pulled far down ensure plenty of light and a spacious interior atmosphere. Both elements contribute to the outstanding all-round visibility for the occupants.

Became known details about the Opel Meriva EV 2011

Opel has offered new details about the electric version of the Meriva EV, powered by an electric motor at 82 hp (60 kW), which can offer 215 Nm of torque. The car is equipped with a battery of 16 kWh, which offers a range distance of 64 km with a maximum speed of 130 km / h. Opel Meriva EV battery can be recharged from a standard wall outlet.

"Electric Meriva can become a full production car at the moment continues testing of all systems of the car" - the company says.

Opel Meriva EV is part of MeRegioMobil, which is focused on creating a car of the future.

2011 Opel Vauxhall Astra GTC Paris : Stylish interior and 290 HP and first live photos

Only us the pictures of the new Opel Astra three-door model have inspired, now release the Rüsselsheim more details. The finished three-door is still not the at the Paris Motor Show on 2 to 17 October 2010 premiere. But the study called "GTC Paris" looks so completely out of the can with the series nothing can go wrong. With the car in the French capital also debuted the same color of the concept vehicle: "Liquid Metal" paint and the red is supposed to show that the automaker can look confidently into the future.

2011 Opel Corsa OPC updates in Europe

With a very demanding for effective legislation, the European Union starts from 2011 Euro 5, which bars vehicles with emission levels of CO2 above 180 g / km. The approach of the law is forcing local carmakers to adapt all their cars to the new rule. The same goes for sports cars, the largest polluters. This applies to the line of the 2011 Opel Corsa OPC, which was "cleaner" without losing its performance.

According to the German division of General Motors, the Corsa OPC 2011 is up 7.6% more efficient in fuel consumption and makes 9.5% less carbon dioxide in the air over the previous model. The company also claims that the new model has average fuel consumption 13.3 km / l (gasoline) and emits around 172 g / km of CO2. Even revised, turbocharged 1.6-liter engine in the series maintained its 192 bhp and 23.4 Nm of torque (with overboost the number rises to 27 Nm).

Available only in the Old Continent option with manual gearbox, 6 gears, the Corsa OPC, according to data from Opel, meets the test 0-100 km / h in 7S2 and continues until it reaches a top speed of 225

Opel Vivaro e-Concept : Transporter with Ampera drive

A concept is catching on: The drive of the Opel Ampera could be transferred to trucks. At the IAA Commercial Vehicles Show in Hannover (23 to 30 September 2010) presents the brand, the study Vivaro e-Concept.

The study Vivaro e-concept is to have a pure electric range of 100 kilometers. On longer routes, such as intercity buses or shuttle service that will automatically switch to a smaller internal combustion engine that produces a new current generator for the battery. This provides a 111 kilowatt (151 hp) and 370 Nm of electric motor. In this way, the range increases to about 400 kilometers. As the Ampera the Vivaro also e-concept moves constantly with electric drive. The combustion engine only supplies energy - a concept that is also called a serial hybrid. The loading capacity of five cubic meters and 750 kilograms payload to the electric Vivaro make a full fledged van for delivery trips in the city or town near you. Whether it will be for the internal combustion engine to the commercial vehicle diesel and more data does not agree with Opel.

The lithium-ion batteries can be recharged at a household 230-volt outlet. They are mounted under the flat-load floor Vivaro. There, the batteries deliver a low center of gravity for the lowest driving under the influence especially crosswinds, so the manufacturer. Whether the concept will go into series here, I would not, "With the e-Concept Vivaro we want to explore the acceptability of this technology for the visitors," says Opel responsible for commercial vehicles, Chris Gubbey.

New Car >> 2010 Opel GTC Paris Concept

At 4,46 m, GTC Paris, an ideal size for a compact, sporty car, but it still offers room for five passengers. Most of the iconic vehicles were taken from the parties. Many people may be the outline, two or three distinct lines. Same with the new concept car Opel in: In Profile, designers maximum voltage, limiting the number of rows in the GTC Paris. As with tendons, a sprinter, these lines create tension and provide sculptural forms. They serve as a basis for highlighting and surfacing to respond and then the wheels in a very sporting fashion.

The Opel signature blade is introduced in the same direction as first seen in the Insignia – a fine, tense crease along the rocker panel. A second line shoots from the door handle to the rear, emphasizing the vehicle’s dramatic stance by spreading the surfaces to a fine undercut and a broad shoulder. The third line following the silhouette of the roof is finished in finely brushed aluminum that accentuates the window graphic, guiding the eye to the sharply distinct integrated spoiler.

The front is clean yet full of character and features Opel’s typical centerline crease. It is further accented by intense, very slim eagle-eye shaped headlamps acting as parenthesis between the refined chrome emblem bar and the dramatic low trapezoidal grill which hints at its sporty character. Signature LED daytime running lights are outlined with finely crafted chrome inserts that can stand as a piece of sculpture by themselves.

The best of Opel’s compact car technology is brought to its sportiest level on the GTC Paris. The chassis has a special design with an extra-wide stance. It features a compound crank with an Opel-exclusive Watt’s link in the rear, a new, updated execution of the adaptive mechatronic FlexRide suspension and a front electronic limited slip differential. The GTC Paris is planted to the ground with dynamic 21-inch wheels.The powertrain in the GTC Paris is a four-cylinder, 2.0 liter Turbo with direct injection, packing maximum horsepower and torque. It is fitted with Start/Stop technology, proving that drivers can combine high performance with maximum fuel efficiency in urban driving conditions. The transmission is a six-speed manual gearbox.

Opel Insignia Specification

The Opel Insignia is a large family car engineered and Produced by Opel, the Germany subsidiary of General Motors (GM) since 2008, replacing the Opel Vectra. Launched at the 2008 British International Motor Show in London as the Vauxhall Insignia, the United Kingdom market name, the Opel Insignia name is Used throughout continental Europe and Ireland, with Chinese-market Buick Regal badged versions.

The Buick Regal Will Also be available in North America from late 2010. In Chile, the Insignia will of retaining the name as the Chevrolet Vectra Used by the previous Vectra models. Also Insignia is the first production car to feature a dual-function frontal camera with traffic sign recognition. The Insignia was voted 2009 European Car of the Year.

From launch, the Insignia offered a 6.1 liter straight-four Family 1 engine producing 85 kilowatts (116 PS, 114 hp), a 1.8 liter version producing 103 kilowatts (138 hp), a 2.0 liter straight-four Family II turbocharged direct injection petrol producing 162 kilowatts (217 hp), a Holden-built 2.8 liter High Feature V6 turbo petrol engine producing 191 kilowatts (256 hp), and three turbocharged 2.0 liter "CDTi" straight-four diesel engines, producing 81 kilowatts (109 hp), 96 kilowatts (129 hp) and 118 kilowatts (158 hp). These CDTi diesels are derived from the Fiat / Opel JTD engines.

The engine lineup was expanded in early-mid 2009 with a 6.1 liter petrol turbo producing 132 kilowatts (177 hp) as well as a fourth variation to the 2.0 liter "CDTi" diesel, producing 140 kilowatts (190 hp) in a twin-turbo form . The Latter, engine code A20DTR, has been delayed Until at least 2011, axles Saab, WHO produces the unit in its TTiD models is now no longer part of GM.

[Citation needed] All nine engines meet Euro 5 emissions standards, and all are offered with in front-wheel drive configuration; Exceptions are the 2.8 petrol turbo and 2.0 liter twin-turbo diesel Which are offered with Saab XWD all-wheel drive by default. With the 2.0 liter turbo, both forms are available Propulsion. Six-speed manual or automatic transmissions are fitted throughout the range, although the five-speed Automatics Are Used on the 1.6 and 1.8 liter petrol engines as well as the base diesel.

Specification

Opel Insignia 1.6 Turbo ECOTEC

Wheelbase 2737 mm 107.8 in

Track front 1585 mm 62.4 in

rear 1587 mm 62.5 in

Length 4830 mm 190.2 in

Width 1858 mm 73.1 in

Height 1498 mm 59 in

Length:wheelbase ratio 1.76

Ground clearance

Kerb weight

Weight distribution

(Front)

Fuel capacity 70 litres 15.4 UK Gal 18.5 US Gal

aerodynamics

2009 Opel Insignia 1.6 Turbo ECOTEC

Drag coefficient 0.270

Frontal area

Cx

engine

Opel Insignia 1.6 Turbo ECOTEC

Bore × stroke 79.00 mm × 81.50 mm

3.11 in × 3.21 in

Cylinders S-4

Displacement 1.6 litre

1598 cc

(97.516 cu in)

Type DOHC

4 valves per cylinder

16 valves in total

Construction

Sump Wet sumped

Compression ratio 8.80:1

Fuel system EFI

Maximum power 180 PS (177.5 bhp) (132.4 kW)

@ 5500 rpm

Specific output 111.1 bhp/litre

1.82 bhp/cu in

Maximum torque 230.0 Nm (170 ft·lb) (23.5 kgm)

@ 2200-5500 rpm

bmep 1808.7 kPa (262.3 psi)

Specific torque 143.93 Nm/litre

Maximum rpm

Manufacturer Opel

Code

Main bearings 5

Coolant Water

Bore/stroke ratio 0.97

Unitary capacity 399.5 cc/cylinder

Aspiration Turbo

Compressor type

Intercooler

Catalytic converter Y

0-50 mph (80 km/h)

0-60 mph

0-100 km/h 8.90 s

0-100 mph

80-120 km/h (50-70 mph) in top

Standing ¼mile

Standing km

Top speed 225 km/h (140 mph)

Fuel consumption 10.7/6.0/7.7 l/100km urban/extra-urban/combined

CO2 Emissions 181.0 g/km

Carfolio Calculated CO2 ?

Power-to-weight

chassis

2009 Opel Insignia 1.6 Turbo ECOTEC See all Opel models

Engine location Front

Engine alignment Transverse

Drive FWD

Turns lock-to-lock

Turning circle

Suspension front

rear

Wheels front

rear

Tyres front 225/55 R 17 W

rear 225/55 R 17 W

Brakes F/R VeDi/Di-S-ABS

Key: VeVentilated DiDisc (Disk) DrDrum SServo-assisted ABSAnti-lock Braking System

Brake ∅ front

rear

Braked area

Transmission 6 speed manual

Top gear ratio

Final drive ratio

general

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RAC rating 15.5

Number made

Model code

Model family

Insurance classification No information available

Tax band No information available

2009 Opel Insignia 1.6 Turbo ECOTEC added 2009-03-19.

Last modified 2009-09-30.

New Opel Zafira Powered 1,6 Turbo Engine

Opel performed the world debut of its first Compressed Natural Gas compact van with a turbocharger, the Zafira ecoM, at the Bologna motor show. This particular variant of Opel's 7-seater minivan is equipped with a 1.6-liter turbo engine designed to run on either natural gas, bio-methane or any mixture of the two. The unit is provided with special pistons, valves and valve seats, plus separate injection systems for natural gas and gasoline. The engine has an output of 150HP offering the Zafira a top speed of 200 km/h (124 mph) and an average consumption of 5.3 kg of natural gas per 100 km in the MVEG cycle, emitting 144 g/km of CO2.

In gas mode alone, the vehicle can drive up to 370 km (230 miles), while the 14-liter reserve gasoline tank provides an additional range of 150 km (93 miles) for maximum flexibility. Zafira advantage in terms of flexibility and spaciousness are not disturbed in any way, influenced clever underfloor arrangement of four gas tanks around the rear axle. In fact, natural gas vans to give the space even more compact than its predecessor and has a luggage compartment capacity of 645 liters in the five-seat configuration - the largest among the seven-seat compact vans (depending on seating configuration up to a maximum of 1820 liters). As successful predecessor, the Zafira 1.6 CNG has a feature "innovative monovalentplus" concept, allowing maximum efficiency with natural gas operation. Sales of second-generation Zafira CNG start in spring 2006, while orders can be placed mid-September, when prices are announced.

Optimized high security, high-strength steel gas tank and rust free stainless steel pipe-gas safely outside the impact zone. This was also confirmed by ADAC in crash tests conducted by the first Zafira CNG in the spring of 2005. "The tank of gas that is stored in metal containers remain in their original position during both frontal and side collisions, despite body deformation. They therefore optimally protected against damage. The entire gas system stayed tightly closed, also the result of a safety valve that automatically shut in the tank ", said the club car experts, concluded the test results. In addition, the results clearly showed that the risk of fire with natural gas vehicles are not higher than usual. This is also due to the fact that natural gas is much less flammable than gasoline, and in case of a leak is highly unlikely, it soon disappeared. The new Zafira CNG also features the SAFETEC efficient system integrated into the passenger cell, which are reinforced by metal plates ultra-high strength. This ensures Zafira highest rating of five stars for adult passenger safety in Euro NCAP crash investigation.

With its innovative concept, CNG unit has a compression ratio increased, allowing high efficiency, and designed for optimal operation with natural gas, biogas or a mixture of both. Machine has special pistons, valves and valve-seat insert, and a separate injection banks for natural gas and gasoline. In addition, the engine management system optimized for natural gas operation. A 14-liter tank of gas reserves ensures continued mobility on routes without a natural gas filling stations. Switching between operating modes of fuel is through a button on the center console, or happens automatically when the main fuel supply was too low. Thanks to low consumption and low capacity of four natural gas tank 'of 21 kilograms, the Zafira CNG has a total operating range of more than 540 kilometers.