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September 2011
Opel at the 64th Frankfurt International Motor Show
Seven New Opel ecoFLEX Highlights at IAA
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Expanded range: Now over 60 ecoFLEX variants for environmentally aware driving
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ecoFLEX fuel-saving stars: From 94 g Corsa to new 115 g Insignia
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Premieres at the premieres: Astra GTC and Zafira Tourer ecoFLEX models
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Clever propulsion alternative: LPG models ex-works
Rüsselsheim/Frankfurt. Especially low CO2 emissions and economical driving has a name
at Opel: ecoFLEX. The ecoFLEX vehicles are the environmentally friendly leaders in each
model line. In the next five years, the company will invest around one billion euros in the
development of new, cleaner powertrains. The broad spectrum of measures ranges from
downsizing and optimizing the gasoline and diesel engine portfolio over alternative fuels
like natural gas and liquid petroleum gas to completely new propulsion systems. The
current highlight in Opel’s environmentally friendly model range is the revolutionary
Ampera, the first electric vehicle in Europe suitable for everyday use. It will be on the
market shortly after its German premiere in Frankfurt.
At the IAA Opel presents for the first time seven new ecoFLEX highlights that are the best
in their respective class in terms of consumption and CO2 emissions.
In the compact segment, the new Opel Astra 1.7 CDTI ecoFLEX with 99 g/km CO2 is the
most economical and cleanest Astra ever – even with a spirited output of 96 kW/130 hp
and up to 300 Nm torque. An ecoFLEX version of the new Opel Astra GTC also makes its
premiere at the IAA.
Information concerning specifications and equipment applies to the models offered in Germany. There may be differences in other markets. All data on
fuel consumption refers to combined fuel consumption of the base model in the European test cycle. Subject to alteration.
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Opel ecoFLEX highlights at the IAA:
ecoFLEX
Fuel
model
Output
Consumption
CO2
New at the
(kW/hp)
(l/100 km)
emissions
IAA
(g/km)
Agila 1.0
Corsa
Gasoline
50/68
4.8
(-5.9 % vs. 5.1)*
109
Yes
Diesel
70/95
3.5
(-5.4 % vs. 3.7)*
94
Since early
1.3 CDTI
Meriva
2011
Diesel
70/95
4.1 (-8.9 % vs. 4.5)*
109
Yes
Diesel
81/110
3.7
99
Yes
4.1
109
Yes
1.3 CDTI
Astra
1.7 CDTI
Astra GTC
96/130
Diesel
1.7 CDTI
Zafira Tourer
(-5.1 % vs. 3.9)*
81/110
96/130
Diesel
96/130
4.5
119
Yes
Gasoline
103/140
5.7
134
Yes
Diesel
118/160
4.3
115
Yes
2.0 CDTI
Insignia
1.4 Turbo
Insignia
(-12.2 % vs. 4.9)*
2.0 CDTI
*Improvement in % over immediate predecessor model
With just 115 g/km CO2, the 118 kW/160 hp Insignia 2.0 CDTI ecoFLEX with Start/Stop is
the affordable green showpiece of the mid-size class. The new 1.4 turbo ecoFLEX with
103 kW/140 hp also achieves new best-in-class values in economy in both sedan (134
g/km CO2) and station wagon (139 g/km CO2) segments.
Opel also offers new ecoFLEX monocab models that are amongst the lowest consumption
and emissions vehicles in their class. The Opel Agila 1.0 ecoFLEX (50 kW/68 hp) emits
just 109 g/km CO2. The versions with Start/Stop, available from November, will reach even
lower consumption and emissions figures. The new Meriva 1.3 CDTI ecoFLEX (70 kW/95
hp) with standard Start/Stop emits just 109 g/km CO2.
In Frankfurt Opel also presents the particularly economical ecoFLEX variant of its Zafira
Tourer world premiere model. Equipped with Start/Stop and a comprehensive package of
ecoFLEX technologies as standard, the Zafira Tourer 2.0 CDTI ecoFLEX emits just 119
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g/km CO2. This is one of the best values among compact monocabs, and that is with
output of 96 kW/130 hp as well as maximum torque of 320 Nm (with overboost function).
The fuel-saving star is the 70 kW/95 hp Opel Corsa 1.3 CDTI ecoFLEX. With Start/Stop it
needs just 3.5 liters diesel for 100 km, which corresponds to 94 g/km CO2.
Efficiency-increasing technology: Start/Stop further reduces consumption
Many of the over 60 Opel ecoFLEX variants are now available with Start/Stop technology
that helps to increase environmental compatibility. The Start/Stop technology developed by
Opel will be available in 34 vehicle-engine combinations by the spring of 2012.
The Start/Stop system is easy to use. Instead of idling with a running engine at a red light
or train crossing, the engine turns off automatically as soon as the driver shifts into neutral
and takes his foot off the clutch. When the light turns green, the driver simply steps on the
clutch, shifts into first gear and drives off.
During development Opel engineers ensured that all possible everyday situations were
considered and that Start/Stop is safe and comfortable for the driver. Above all, the engine
has to be reliable and re-start without a hitch. That is why the Opel Start/Stop models are
also equipped with a stronger and more robust starter that is designed for the more
frequent engine starts.
In addition to the successive introduction of Start/Stop technology across the whole model
portfolio, fuel-reduction measures in ecoFLEX vehicles include the improvement of engine
characteristics and aerodynamics, the reduction of vehicle weight and the use of lowrolling-resistance tires.
94 g/km CO2: Fuel-saving star Corsa 1.3 CDTI ecoFLEX
Opel strengthens its leadership role in real-world, environmentally compatible mobility with
the current ecoFLEX models. The Corsa 1.3 CDTI ecoFLEX is economical and affordable
while offering plenty of driving fun. Paired with Start/Stop, this highly efficient Corsa
ecoFLEX’s consumption in city traffic is reduced a further 8.7 percent. Compared to the
first ecoFLEX version from 2008, the Corsa with Start/Stop offers 27 percent more output
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(70 kW/95 hp instead of 55 kW/75 hp) while fuel consumption and emissions decreased by
over 22 percent – to 3.5 liters per 100 km and 94 g/km CO2. And compared to its
immediate ecoFLEX predecessor model, consumption improvement is 0.2 liters or 5.4
percent.
99 g/km CO2: Most economical Astra ever
The model car in the compact class is the Opel Astra 1.7 CDTI ecoFLEX with Start/Stop.
It is available with a newly developed, friction-optimized 1.7-liter common-rail turbo diesel
with 81 kW/110 hp or 96 kW/130 hp. The direct-injection engine’s highlight is its new
engine management that ensures optimum power development as well as lower
consumption, noise and vibration generation.
With just 99 g/km CO2 and consumption of 3.7 liters diesel per 100 km, the Opel Astra 1.7
CDTI ecoFLEX is the thriftiest Astra ever. At the same time, the new green compact class
flagship sets standards in performance and driving fun in Europe’s most important car
segment with maximum torque of 300 Nm (96 kW/130 hp version) and six-speed manual
transmission. These top values are made possible by the highly efficient engine and
components such as the Start/Stop system, a braking energy recuperation system,
optimized transmission fine-tuning, effective thermal management, an active aerodynamic
aeroshutter in the radiator grille, a lowered body and LED daytime running lights.
Opel also presents an especially economical ecoFLEX version of the new Opel Astra GTC
at the IAA. Equipped with Start/Stop and a comprehensive package of ecoFLEX
technologies as standard, the Astra GTC 1.7 CDTI ecoFLEX will be available in two
output levels (81 kW/110 hp and 96 kW/130 hp) shortly after market launch and emits just
109 g/km CO2.
Class leaders: Fuel-efficient Opel monocab ecoFLEX models
The Opel Agila 1.0 ecoFLEX goes into model year 2012 with more power (50 kW/68 hp
instead of previous 48 kW/65 hp) yet at the same time lower consumption and CO2
emissions. In the combined cycle, the Agila 1.0 ecoFLEX needs just 4.8 liters gasoline per
100 km, an average of 0.3 liters less. This reduced CO2 emissions to 109 g/km and was
achieved by optimized engine friction, Dual Variable Valve Timing (VVT) and an advanced
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alternator. From November, the Agila 1.0 ecoFLEX will also be available with Start/Stop,
which will further reduce consumption and emissions.
The Opel Meriva is not only a flexibility and ergonomics champion, it is also a leader in
terms of fuel savings and environmental friendliness. The Meriva 1.3 CDTI ecoFLEX with
Start/Stop consumes just 4.1 liter diesel per 100 km in the combined cycle, which equals
exemplary CO2 emissions of only 109 g/km – one of the best values in this class. With the
fuel-saving technology, the 70 kW/95 hp monocab’s consumption decreases in city traffic
by 0.6 to 4.8 liters – a savings of around 15 percent.
Together with the world premiere of the new Zafira Tourer, Opel presents an especially
economical ecoFLEX version of the newcomer at the IAA. The Zafira Tourer 2.0 CDTI
ecoFLEX comes standard with Start/Stop and other efficiency-increasing technologies
such as an optimized engine management system, a new variable geometry turbocharger,
an active aeroshutter in the radiator grille and low-rolling-resistance tires.
With fuel consumption of just 4.5 liters diesel per 100 km and CO2 emissions only 119
g/km, the Opel Zafira Tourer 2.0 CDTI ecoFLEX is at the top of the compact monocab
class – without making any compromises in performance. The 2.0-liter common-rail turbo
diesel provides over 96 kW/130 hp and a maximum torque of 320 Nm (with overboost
function).
Insignia ecoFLEX models set standards in mid-size class
The ecoFLEX variant of the Opel Insignia 2.0 CDTI perfectly embodies the ecoFLEX
philosophy by combining particularly dynamic and comfortable driving with low emissions.
The two-liter turbo diesel with 118 kW/160 hp develops 380 Nm torque and provides
spirited drive. The sedan with standard Start/Stop emits just 115 g/km CO2 and has
combined consumption of 4.3 liters per 100 km in the NEDC.
A range of technical optimizations makes these top values possible. The drag coefficient
was reduced to 0.26 by adding paneling under the tank and lowering the body by 10 mm.
This makes the Insignia ecoFLEX one of the most aerodynamic sedans in the world.
Insignia engineers achieved further improvements to aerodynamics with an additional
flexible front spoiler lip and by scaling down the upper air vents. They also optimized the
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transmission gearing and axle ratio of the six-speed manual gearbox and had special
Michelin Primacy HP tires developed for the model.
The CDTI turbo diesel’s innovative Clean Tech combustion technology guarantees lowestpossible emissions and improves interior noise behavior with closed loop combustion
control that adapts fuel injection to the combustion process in real time.
The Opel Insignia also sets standards with gasoline models: the newly developed 1.4
turbo ecoFLEX engine is the result of consistent downsizing. In combination with sixspeed manual transmission, Start/Stop technology, electric power steering, aerodynamic
underbody paneling and low-rolling-resistance tires, it is the most economical gasoline
engine in the entire mid-size class segment.
In this configuration, the 1.4-liter turbo unit’s consumption – compared to the previous 1.8liter version also with 103 kW/140 hp – is reduced by two liters to 5.7 liters per 100 km.
CO2 emissions are correspondingly diminished by 45 g to 134 g/km, a reduction of over 25
percent on both counts. At the same time, the torque is increased by nearly 15 percent to
200 Nm. The brand’s top model is also available with this engine as a Sports Tourer and
sets new standard in economy in the station wagon segment with 5.9 liters per 100 km and
139 g/km CO2.
The Rack Assist Electric Power Steering (REPS) featured for the first time in the Insignia
ensures enhanced comfort. Steering characteristics can now be adapted even more
flexibly to prevailing driving situations. A significant advantage of the REPS system is the
potential for fuel savings and thus a reduction in CO2 emissions. As it does not
permanently rely on a running hydraulic servo pump, the electric power steering is only
active when it is required.
Less CO2, lower fuel costs: Opel LPG models
Opel offers cost-conscious and environmentally-aware drivers another alternative with
Liquefied Petroleum Gas models (LPG). The Corsa 1.2 LPG ecoFLEX is the first of the
new LPG models. It delivers 61 kW/83 hp in LPG operation (63 kW/85 hp in gasoline
operation) and the three-door variant emits just 110 g/km CO2 (five-door version 115 g/km).
The LPG variants of the Meriva, Astra, Zafira Tourer and Insignia will follow one by one
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and be based on the 1.4 turbo gasoline engine. With these newly developed, Euro 5
certified models, Opel offers a complete LPG solution ex works, thus ensuring that Opel
LPG ecoFLEX models are delivered in high Opel quality and come with the full
manufacturer warranty.
Irrespective of the vehicles’ yearly mileage and utility profile, fuel costs can be reduced by
about 40 percent with LPG. Everything also adds up on the environmental side: CO2
emissions in LPG operation are up to 15 percent lower than in comparable gasoline
models. All of Opel's LPG ecoFLEX models are bi-fuel – they run on LPG and gasoline –
enabling significantly longer operating ranges. That means an operating range of between
1,100 km and 1,500 km is possible with full gasoline and LPG tanks.
Contact:
Jean-Philippe Kempf Tel.: +49 (0) 6142/7-66651
jean-philippe.kempf@de.opel.com
Jörg Schrott
joerg.schrott@de.opel.com
Tel.: +49 (0) 6142/7-68725
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