Press Releases

• Dive into the depths of the Grandland: Several sharks hide in the new top SUV
• Iconic idea: Shark tradition at Opel began around 20 years ago with a boy's brainwave
• Attention to detail: Designers fill Opel's pure and bold design philosophy with life
• To be continued: Small sharks also in the new Opel Frontera and further models

• Cockpit based on the next generation Snapdragon^® Cockpit Platform and Snapdragon^® Auto Connectivity Platform from Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.¹
• Highly customisable 10-inch digital driver information and colour touchscreen as standard
• Colour touchscreen can be operated via widgets like a smartphone
• Natural voice recognition ‘Hey Opel’ in combination with navigation system
• Intelligent ChatGPT² functionalities for the first time in the new Mokka
• 180-degree HD rear-view camera ensures excellent visibility when manoeuvring in the city

• German Energy: New Grandland Electric designed and engineered in Rüsselsheim, built in Eisenach
• From Rüsselsheim to the world: Astra Electric and Astra Sports Tourer Electric manufactured at Opel headquarters
• Know-how from Kaiserslautern: Site supplies Opel models and 20 Stellantis plants across Europe with parts
• "Electric All In"¹: Opel makes the switch to electric mobility easy

Rüsselsheim.  Florian Huettl will remain CEO of Opel/Vauxhall. The supervisory board of Opel Automobile GmbH has extended the 48-year-old's contract by another three years. Huettl has been at the helm of the Opel and Vauxhall brands since June 2022 and has also led Stellantis' activities in Germany since December 2024.

• Stylish: With sporty stickers, 17-inch alloys and characteristic design elements
• Standard: Numerous packages with technology and comfort features
• Locally emissions-free: 100 kW electric motor, 75 kWh battery, up to 352 km range (WLTP¹)
• Workhorse: Up to one tonne payload and 5.8 m³ loading volume
• Available to order: Vivaro Electric Sportive panel van from €48,500, Vivaro Electric Sportive double cab from €51,500 (RRP excl. VAT in Germany)

Rüsselsheim.  Sascha Wolfinger is now in charge of global external and internal communications for the Opel and Vauxhall brands and will also become a member of the Executive Committee of Opel Automobile GmbH. He succeeds Harald Hamprecht, who is leaving the company at his own request after 13 years. Sascha Wolfinger is already responsible for Stellantis' overall communications in Germany and is expanding his current area of responsibility with the new position. In both roles, he will report to Florian Huettl, CEO Opel/Vauxhall and Managing Director Stellantis Germany. This step is part of a reorganisation of the public relations department in Germany.

• Maximum flexibility: MAXX enables convertibles, pick-ups and more on the same platform
• Maximum innovation: Patented technology solution and efficient three-cylinder concept
• Electric entry in a fresh design: New Opel Rocks enables individual mobility on four wheels from the age of 15¹

• New Opel Grandland: Top seats with Intelli-Seat ergonomic feature and adjustable side cushions
• Opel Astra and Astra Sports Tourer: Ergonomic active sports seats with 100 per cent recycled mono-material cover ReNewKnit™
• Long distance comfort: Seats with massage and ventilation functions certified by AGR (Aktion Gesunder Rücken e.V.)

• More range, same price: Corsa Electric YES with up to 429 kilometres of locally emissions-free range (WLTP¹) from €32,485 (RRP incl. VAT in Germany)
• Even more efficient: Drive up to 24 kilometres further thanks to improved battery cell chemistry and optimised powertrain
• ‘Electric All In’²: Opel makes the switch to electric mobility easy

Footage Grandland PHEV Silver | Footage Grandland PHEV White

The All-new Opel Grandland: Electrifying in Each Variant

• New top-of-the-line SUV: Stylish, dynamic, spacious and purely electrified
• Ultra-modern highlight: New Intell-Lux HD light with over 50,000 individual elements
• Versatile, clever, spacious: Up to 1,645 litres of boot space, additional cabin storage compartments such as new semi-transparent Pixel Box carry 36 litres
• STLA Medium platform: New architecture enables electric range of up to around 700 kilometres (WLTP¹)
• German Energy: Designed, engineered and made in Germany
• Purely electrified drivetrains: Grandland Hybrid available for €36,400, plug-in hybrid for €40,150 and Grandland Electric from €46,750 (all prices RRP incl. VAT in Germany)

• Bold, pure and unmistakable: Rocks now with black Opel Vizor, white Blitz and light grey body
• Young, innovative, cool: All-electric Rocks enables locally emissions-free mobility from the age of 15¹
• Advantage of four wheels: Light motor vehicle for two people with weather-protected cabin, panoramic roof and smartphone connection

• Wednesday, March 19: FIS Freestyle World Championships in the Engadine begin
• ‘Energize Your Life’: Living an active, sporty lifestyle with Opel
• Opel on site: Spotlight on the new SUV trio Grandland, Frontera and Mokka

• Bold, pure, unique: Concept car takes centre stage at the 1975 Geneva Motor Show
• Too good to be true: Breathtaking sports car study remains a dream
• Modern visionary: Opel Experimental paves the way for production models such as the new Opel Grandland in 2023

• Resource-saving: New Opel SUVs with up to 95 per cent reusable and 85 per cent recyclable materials
• Clear look with better CO₂ balance: Chrome-free body and minimum design applications
• High-quality, sustainable and comfortable: Fabrics and upholstery in the interior made of materials with recycled content
• Electrified portfolio: Locally emissions-free battery-electric drive along with plug-in hybrid and hybrid variants, batteries as part of the circular economy
• ‘Electric All In’¹: Opel makes the switch to electric mobility easy

Rüsselsheim.  Rebecca Reinermann, Vice President Marketing at Opel and Vauxhall, has been included on the list of ‘Trailblazing Women 2025’. To mark International Women's Day on March 8, the international event company Reuters Events compiles a list of “inspiring and influential women in business” around the globe who deliver “outstanding contributions to our industry and are dedicated to driving positive change”. This year, Rebecca Reinermann, who is driving the Opel and Vauxhall marketing activities by following the principle of better performance through diverse teams, has been included in the line-up. The ‘Trailblazing Women’ are composed of a large number of nominees in a total of ten economic sectors, including ‘Automotive’ and ‘Marketing’, by those responsible for Reuters Events and other well-known industry representatives.

• Women Perspective Panel: Female perspectives accompany the development process of new Opel vehicles
• Visible results: New Opel Grandland makes requirements such as a pleasant driving behaviour, top ergonomics and good all-round visibility become real
• International Women's Day on March 8: Diversity and equality have a long tradition at Opel

• Opel ‘Type Olympia’ 1935: First mass-produced vehicle with a self-supporting all-steel body
• Revolutionary Olympia: Patented pioneer, high-flyer, and movie hero
• Opel Astra today: Compact class bestseller with cutting-edge technologies

• GRAND Air: Highly efficient air quality system with automatic air exchange
• Effective against hay fever: Powerful activated carbon filters stop unwanted particles
• Correct behaviour: Tips for what to do when pollen levels are high

• Opel Blitz in Munich: One of the largest mobility events in the world to take place from September 9 to 14
• Opel CEO Florian Huettl: “Perfect platform to showcase our electrified and innovations models.”
• Strong Opel tradition at the IAA: 60 years since German brand shows first European design study

• ‘Best Front Lamps 2025’: Adaptive, glare-free Intelli-Lux HD light with more than 50,000 elements
• Expert vote: Driving Vision News community and interested parties honour pioneering lighting innovations with DVN Award
• Awards ceremony: Philipp Roeckl, Global Lead Complex Lighting at Stellantis, accepts award in Munich