12 June 2012, 02:41 PM
2013 Opel Astra Sedan is a notchback based on the GM’s Delta II platform. It was designed initially in US and Asia and at first was included in the Buick Excelle GT and then in Buick Verano. Now, the platform is going to be included in the Atra line-up whixh is scheduled to go on sale in Europe later this month.
The new Opel model is going to be offered with literally a wide range of engine choices. In fact, seven powerplants are going to be available at launch. The gas engines included are f
21 January 2012, 12:06 AM
Opel are now diversifying their EcoFlex range with with two new, LPG adapted (Liquid Petrolium Gas) additions. The Astra 5-door hatchback and the Astra Sport Tourer will get the more grunty engine while the Meriva will keep it simple with a less powerful and less thirsty version of the former.
This is not Opel's LPG debut however. They have been building LPG adapted cars since 2009. Last year, Corsas have started rolling out of the factory with 1.2, LPG modified EcoFlexes that deliver a nimbl
19 January 2012, 04:00 PM
Opel is preparing to celebrate 150 years of business this year and to do it properly they are planning to release special “150 years Opel” edition of the Corsa, Meriva, Astra and Insignia line. The cars will come with additional equipment and styling that would normally cost much more as an option (one can save up to 2100 euros). An even more festive jubilee trim package - “150 years Opel” - will guarantee exclusivity and character.
The Corsa and Meriva editions both come with 16-inch alloy w
07 November 2011, 05:30 PM
Senner Tuning has announced a new tuning package for the latest Opel Astra, which is just astonishing even without any modifications. However, the tuning specialists have developed both styling and performance upgrades.
The 1.4 liter turbocharged petrol gets a performance upgrade boosting the engine from 140PS (103 kW) and 200Nm (147 lb-ft) to 165PS (121 kW) and 250Nm (184 lb-ft). The engine control system was adapted by SENNER, and the BMC sport air filter was installed. The stainless steel
05 August 2011, 11:13 AM
Irmscher are ready with their tuning package for Opel Astra GTC. The tuning company offer both styling and performance upgrades.
The aerodynamics kit includes a new grille, front spoiler lip, roof spoiler and a rear diffuser, which houses quad exhaust tips. Irmscher also offers complete sports exhaust system with oval tips.
Furthermore, the stance is improved by lowering the vehicle with 30mm. Irmscher Astra GTC stands on enormous 21” alloy wheels fitted with low profile 245 tires.
The
15 November 2010, 12:48 PM
Imrscher Opel Astra Sport Tourer is one of the latest projects of the tuning company. It boasts a front lip spoiler, a revised grille, aggressive side skirts, and a larger rear spoiler. The styling package also improves the downforce.
The tuned Sport Tourer also has a suspension kit, which lowers the ride height by 30mm.
Last, but not least, Imrscher Opel Astra Sport Tourer received a set of 18" "Turbo Star" alloys and there is an option for 20".
The price list for the goodies is not an
06 August 2010, 04:06 PM
Opel Astra Sports Tourer now can be ordered and the first deliveries will start later this year. The entry level Sports Tourer is the 1.4 ecoFLEX developing 100hp. Furthermore, the car comes with he lowest insurance rating of all the compact class wagons evaluated by the Gesamtverband der Deutschen Versicherungswirtschaft (GDV) in Germany.
2011 Opel Astra Sports Tourer comes with a choice of 8 diesel and gasoline power units, with outpust between 95 and 180hp. Most of the engines will be impo
22 June 2010, 11:29 AM
VOGTLAND, the German-based suspension expert has released three individually-tuned show rides - BMW 1 Series, BMW X6 and Opel Astra - which perfectly demonstrate the versatility of the brand’s high-end vehicle components. Refined with the motto “less is more” in mind, the VOGTLAND rides boast fresh new wheel/tire combinations and suspensions.
At the first glance, the VOGTLAND BMW 1 Series excels at sportier and more uniquely-styled exterior, rendered by its white paint work with red-violet st
19 May 2010, 11:06 AM
At the last week’s Tuning World Bodensee, Irmscher, the Opel cars aftermarket expert has presented its latest masterpiece, the Irmscher Astra i1600. In this conversion, the small family vehicle is transformed into a compact sporty ride, which boasts more aggressive and mean styling as well as enhanced performance figures.
Retrofitted exclusively in Remshalden, the Irmscher Astra i1600’s exterior benefits from an astonishing body kit formed by a front spoiler lip, new grille with carbon bar de
26 August 2009, 11:38 AM
Frankfurt Motor Show, the place that we are talking about over and over in the last two weeks, is going to be busy place not only for the car makers, but for the car tuners as well. One of that tuners is Irmscher, they will present the latest Opel Astra in more sportier and perfectly finished look that ever.Outside, the accessories added by Irmscher fits elegantly with the proportions of the new Astra. New harmoniously integrated front spoiler lip, new grille design (stainless steel or carbon-lo
27 July 2009, 03:40 PM
Opel now offers five LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) powered Corsa, Meriva, Astra station wagon and Zafira models with a wide performance range, expanding its line of environmentally friendly ecoFLEX models with alternative propulsion. The Opel LPG models can run on gasoline or LPG – the switch happens automatically, but can also be made by pressing a button. In addition to the standard gasoline tank, these models also feature an LPG tank. It is located either in the spare-wheel well (Corsa, Meriv
22 July 2009, 08:58 AM
The Opel Astra is a beautiful and widespread car. To improve the unique look of the car and to make it more sprortier the JMS tuners developed a special program. For the perfect driving performance JMS offers a H&R monotube coil over kit with 55mm/45mm owering (1057 euro). Racing optics purely with one-piece Racing rims 8,5x18 and 225/40R18 tyre (1299 euro). With this combination a little bit bodywork at the front and back is needed.
For more sportive look JMS added a front apron (219 eur