FIT FOR FUN
Lighter
, more frugal and agile
and at the same time
even more comfortable
– the new Opel Astra meets all of these demands thanks to its successful fitness program.
The visionary Monza Concept, unveiled at
the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show, was the role
model for the eleventh generation Opel compact class car.
Depending on the model and trim level it’s
up to 200 kilograms lighter than its predecessor. The completely new vehicle architecture
plays a major role in the weight reduction.
Every component was checked for compact design and lightweight materials. The
bodyshell weight alone was reduced by 20
percent from 357 to 280 kilograms. Additional, chassis-related measures resulted in another 50 kilograms of weight reduction; these
include high-strength and ultra-high-strength
low-weight steels, compact subframes as well
as weight reductions to the front and rear axle.
The end result of this fitness program: it is
more responsive, corners better and gives a
much more direct overall driving experience.
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The engine in the new Opel Astra supports
this claim. Outputs range from 70 kW/95 hp
to 147 kW/200 hp. The diesel and gasoline
engines with a displacement of up to 1.6 liters
all have three things in common: they combine highest efficiency with excellent responsiveness and running smoothness.
The 1.6 CDTI with a wide range of outputs
starting at 70 kW/95 hp covers the diesel
offer whereas the 1.0 ECOTEC Direct Injection Turbo (77 kW/105 hp) is the base level