2017 Opel new model
Opel is gearing up for a line-up overhaul, with
seven new models in the pipeline, one of them being the Crossland X.
Like the Mokka, the new model will feature the
“X”-suffix, meaning it will be a new addition to the German car maker’s
crossover (CUV) agenda. Slated to debut at the beginning of 2017, the Crossland
X will continue the trend towards sporty and spacious crossovers, as a bigger
alternative to the best-selling Mokka – as Opel puts it.
The Crossland X will sport design elements similar to the Adam
lifestyle mini model, and it will share its platform with the next-gen Peugeot
2008 and Citroen C3 Picasso. Furthermore, from now on, the letter “X” will help
distinguish Opel’s crossover utility vehicles’ from conventional models.
Opel will also debut a new compact crossover at the
Frankfurt Auto Show next year. It will be sold along the Zafira, and built in
collaboration with PSA, as the “sister model” to the Peugeot 3008. So, expect
something similar to the latter, only with Opel badges.
The upcoming Insignia will be part of the offensive
as well, along with its three Grand Sport, Sports Tourer, and Country Tourer
body variants (sedan, estate, and cross-country). The Grand Sport is expected
to make an appearance at the Geneva Motor Show, in March, while the other two
in the second half of 2017.
The Ampera-e battery-powered car and a new Vivaro
will complete the line-up.
