Opel Astra and Astra Sports Tourer: The Full Choice of Powertrains.
02-11-2024 19:31 - CAR NEWS
A sporty, elegant hatchback for everyday use or a practical estate for work and family holidays – the compact class bestseller Opel Astra offers the right solution for almost every need. The Astra is extremely comfortable at all times and features top technologies such as the adaptive Intelli-Lux pixel light. But this is not the only way the Astra and Astra Sports Tourer score. When it comes to drive systems in particular, the current Astra generation offers a variety like no other model in the Opel portfolio. Battery-electric, as a plug-in hybrid, with a highly efficient combustion engine and, for a few months now, also as a hybrid with 48-volt technology – customers have the full choice and are always on the road in the most efficient way.
Fun to drive, locally emissions-free: Astra Electric and Astra Sports Tourer Electric
Driving pleasure with responsibility – that is what the Astra Electric and Astra Sports Tourer Electric stand for, the latter as one of the first fully electric estates on the market. The compact class electric cars accelerate to 100 km/h in just 9.2 and 9.3 seconds respectively; both can reach a top speed of 170 km/h – and it's pleasantly quiet and light-footed. Thanks to their compact packaging, both the five-door and the estate are real lightweights in their segment. This also helps ensure that passengers in the Astra Electric and the Astra Sports Tourer Electric can travel up to 418 kilometres and 413 kilometres (according to WLTP1) respectively without stopping – and all this while enjoying the highest level of comfort, optionally with AGR-certified ergonomic active sports seats. Drivers can choose from three drive modes – Eco, Normal and Sport.
The regenerative braking system ensures that energy can be recovered while driving. Even when the battery-electric Astra needs to be recharged, this only means a short “pit stop” at a charging point. The all-electric cars can be charged to 80 per cent of the battery capacity in less than 30 minutes at a 100 kW direct current fast charging station. In addition, each fully electric Astra is equipped as standard with a three-phase 11 kW onboard charger for the wall box at home.
Dynamic high-tech drivetrain: Plug-in hybrid and GSe
The top performers in the drive portfolio of the current Astra generation are the plug-in hybrid variants. Even the “smaller” plug-in hybrid offers a system output of 133 kW (180 hp). The exemplary interaction of the combustion engine and electric motor ensures balanced performance. The 1.6-litre four-cylinder engine delivers 110 kW (150 hp). The electric motor contributes up to 81.2 kW (110 hp). For emissions-free operation in city traffic, the electric mode can be selected. Thanks to their 12.4 kWh battery, the plug-in hybrids can then drive up to 65 kilometres purely electrically according to WLTP1.
Especially dynamic are the top models Astra GSe and Astra Sports Tourer GSe – after all, the famous abbreviation now stands for “Grand Sport electric”. That means high performance, a sporty chassis, locally emissions-free plug-in hybrid drive and characteristic GSe design. With an impressive system output of 165 kW (225 hp) and maximum torque of 360 Nm, the Astra GSe makes a clear statement in its class. A brisk start from traffic lights and a sporty top speed are guaranteed. From a standing start, the five-door hatchback accelerates to 100 km/h in 7.5 seconds (Astra Sports Tourer Electric: 7.6 seconds); a top speed of up to 235 km/h is possible (135 km/h purely electric).
In addition, with their Frequency Selective Damping technology, the GSe models set a benchmark for driver engagement. In comparison to their Astra siblings, the GSe models are even more agile and even more precise; the steering, suspension and brakes respond immediately and predictably to every driver input. The performance-oriented handling characteristics are enabled by a dedicated chassis, lowered by 10 millimetres. Compared with their immediate rivals, the Astra GSe variants deliver superior stability during cornering, under braking and – like every Opel – while driving at high speed on the Autobahn.
Hybrid with 48-volt technology: Save fuel and drive fully electric at times
Driving electrified and saving fuel without having to change driving and operating habits or having to connect the car to a charging point: this is made possible by the Opel Astra Hybrid with 48-volt system, which has been available for a few months. The clever, cost efficient and compact 48-volt hybrid technology offers many advantages in everyday use. The drivetrain includes a lithium-ion battery that charges automatically under certain driving conditions, as well as a new 100 kW (136 hp) turbocharged 1.2-litre petrol engine. The three-cylinder engine was developed specifically for hybrid use and comes in combination with a new electrified six-speed dual-clutch transmission and a 21 kW (28 hp) electric motor.
The technology is especially effective in city traffic. The electric drive supports the petrol engine when accelerating and starting from a standstill. The electric motor contributes torque, especially at low engine speeds, which benefits driving dynamics and CO2 savings. At low speeds, the electric motor also enables fully electric travel for up to one kilometre or up to 50 per cent of the time driven in the city. When the Astra Hybrid slows down at higher speeds, the petrol engine switches off while the electric motor acts as a generator to recharge the 48-volt battery of the hybrid system. The optimally coordinated system is designed to always provide the best performance with the lowest energy consumption.
Astra Hybrid drivers are kept fully informed via the fully digital 10-inch driver information display. In addition to the usual information, it shows other interesting details about electrified operation. The numbers light up blue when driving purely on electric power and white when running on the combustion engine. In addition, a display shows the energy flow between the battery, petrol engine and wheels as well as the battery charge status in different colours. And the most important data on the distance travelled, journey time, average consumption, remaining range and the percentage of the route driven purely electrically is summarised when the vehicle is switched off.
Motorists who prefer to continue using classic powertrain technology can choose from efficient combustion engines for the Astra and Astra Sports Tourer. The power output of the petrol and diesel engines ranges from 81 kW (110 hp) to 96 kW (130 hp).
Fun to drive, locally emissions-free: Astra Electric and Astra Sports Tourer Electric
Driving pleasure with responsibility – that is what the Astra Electric and Astra Sports Tourer Electric stand for, the latter as one of the first fully electric estates on the market. The compact class electric cars accelerate to 100 km/h in just 9.2 and 9.3 seconds respectively; both can reach a top speed of 170 km/h – and it's pleasantly quiet and light-footed. Thanks to their compact packaging, both the five-door and the estate are real lightweights in their segment. This also helps ensure that passengers in the Astra Electric and the Astra Sports Tourer Electric can travel up to 418 kilometres and 413 kilometres (according to WLTP1) respectively without stopping – and all this while enjoying the highest level of comfort, optionally with AGR-certified ergonomic active sports seats. Drivers can choose from three drive modes – Eco, Normal and Sport.
The regenerative braking system ensures that energy can be recovered while driving. Even when the battery-electric Astra needs to be recharged, this only means a short “pit stop” at a charging point. The all-electric cars can be charged to 80 per cent of the battery capacity in less than 30 minutes at a 100 kW direct current fast charging station. In addition, each fully electric Astra is equipped as standard with a three-phase 11 kW onboard charger for the wall box at home.
Dynamic high-tech drivetrain: Plug-in hybrid and GSe
The top performers in the drive portfolio of the current Astra generation are the plug-in hybrid variants. Even the “smaller” plug-in hybrid offers a system output of 133 kW (180 hp). The exemplary interaction of the combustion engine and electric motor ensures balanced performance. The 1.6-litre four-cylinder engine delivers 110 kW (150 hp). The electric motor contributes up to 81.2 kW (110 hp). For emissions-free operation in city traffic, the electric mode can be selected. Thanks to their 12.4 kWh battery, the plug-in hybrids can then drive up to 65 kilometres purely electrically according to WLTP1.
Especially dynamic are the top models Astra GSe and Astra Sports Tourer GSe – after all, the famous abbreviation now stands for “Grand Sport electric”. That means high performance, a sporty chassis, locally emissions-free plug-in hybrid drive and characteristic GSe design. With an impressive system output of 165 kW (225 hp) and maximum torque of 360 Nm, the Astra GSe makes a clear statement in its class. A brisk start from traffic lights and a sporty top speed are guaranteed. From a standing start, the five-door hatchback accelerates to 100 km/h in 7.5 seconds (Astra Sports Tourer Electric: 7.6 seconds); a top speed of up to 235 km/h is possible (135 km/h purely electric).
In addition, with their Frequency Selective Damping technology, the GSe models set a benchmark for driver engagement. In comparison to their Astra siblings, the GSe models are even more agile and even more precise; the steering, suspension and brakes respond immediately and predictably to every driver input. The performance-oriented handling characteristics are enabled by a dedicated chassis, lowered by 10 millimetres. Compared with their immediate rivals, the Astra GSe variants deliver superior stability during cornering, under braking and – like every Opel – while driving at high speed on the Autobahn.
Hybrid with 48-volt technology: Save fuel and drive fully electric at times
Driving electrified and saving fuel without having to change driving and operating habits or having to connect the car to a charging point: this is made possible by the Opel Astra Hybrid with 48-volt system, which has been available for a few months. The clever, cost efficient and compact 48-volt hybrid technology offers many advantages in everyday use. The drivetrain includes a lithium-ion battery that charges automatically under certain driving conditions, as well as a new 100 kW (136 hp) turbocharged 1.2-litre petrol engine. The three-cylinder engine was developed specifically for hybrid use and comes in combination with a new electrified six-speed dual-clutch transmission and a 21 kW (28 hp) electric motor.
The technology is especially effective in city traffic. The electric drive supports the petrol engine when accelerating and starting from a standstill. The electric motor contributes torque, especially at low engine speeds, which benefits driving dynamics and CO2 savings. At low speeds, the electric motor also enables fully electric travel for up to one kilometre or up to 50 per cent of the time driven in the city. When the Astra Hybrid slows down at higher speeds, the petrol engine switches off while the electric motor acts as a generator to recharge the 48-volt battery of the hybrid system. The optimally coordinated system is designed to always provide the best performance with the lowest energy consumption.
Astra Hybrid drivers are kept fully informed via the fully digital 10-inch driver information display. In addition to the usual information, it shows other interesting details about electrified operation. The numbers light up blue when driving purely on electric power and white when running on the combustion engine. In addition, a display shows the energy flow between the battery, petrol engine and wheels as well as the battery charge status in different colours. And the most important data on the distance travelled, journey time, average consumption, remaining range and the percentage of the route driven purely electrically is summarised when the vehicle is switched off.
Motorists who prefer to continue using classic powertrain technology can choose from efficient combustion engines for the Astra and Astra Sports Tourer. The power output of the petrol and diesel engines ranges from 81 kW (110 hp) to 96 kW (130 hp).
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