Test car: Opel Corsa Electric, crash a small urban bomb

Bigger, more efficient (even more “sporty”) but also more technological: the Corsa inherits.strong equipment it is broken on other models. We can mention automatic air conditioning and heat pumprear panel camera with parking radars or evenblind spot alert where adaptive cruise control.

Corsa in capital letters

What’s even more surprising is the look: the new Corsa takes on the popular futuristic style of electric cars with a perfectly flowing silhouette, as if it’s on a single block, and unmistakable. one-piece grille crossing of a wide black glass belt, in full extension which is inserted led lights. We also see good side air intakes on the lower part of the shield which is mainly for aesthetics.

At the back, a sloping roof (in a two-tone version on the Corsa Electric) draws a little spoiler which reinforces the sporty appearance of the Corsa. The manufacturer committed to the style and had the name of the car painted in large letters on the back gate, under the big logo. Fortunately, this unmistakable option gives the Corsa a slightly older air.

Digital in power

Inside, the changes are astounding. A city car offers a bit more space, but it’s clearly not designed for long journeys. At the back, it is still a bit cramped, but the city car will be able to fulfill its role for short trips. On the other hand, we appreciate it resurrection of vessels and the board. The Corsa Electric inherits a beautiful and complete legacy digital dashboard arranged around a 10-inch color touch screen.

Opel also chose to equip the machine with the latest intelligent LED matrix lighting created in its workshops: the light is further improved thanks to the change from 8 to 14 sections with the advantage of soft and low light.

Interesting performances

Under the hood, the city car is ordinary, but it performs well. Machine, with battery lithium-ion de 51 kWhavailable in two powers: 100 kW (ie 136 hp) and independence declared at 360 kilometers ; and a beefier version of 115 kW (ie 156 hp) to bring declared independence 405 kilometers.

A little extra : three driving modes: Normal, Eco (more than 400 kilometers of autonomy) and Sport

An expensive city car

Price-wise, the Corsa Electric remains average in the range. The 136 hp version is available from 36,050 euros, the 156 hp version for 38,100 euros. With the return of the Corsa, Opel confirms its move towards 100% electric planned for 2028. While waiting for the end date of the use of gasoline, Opel announces for this season the arrival of a small bomb, a. Corsa turbo petrol 1.2 liter 3 cylinder 136 hp equipment with 48 V micro-hybrid.

Currently, this new Corsa is more efficient than previous models, especially with lower consumption, increased autonomy and integrated road performance. Enough, despite the inevitable lack of space for city dwellers, to consider small and medium trips quite calmly.

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