With the unveiling
of the new-gen Corsa earlier this week, Opel/Vauxhall engineers can now focus
on the development of its sportier derivatives. Under PSA’s guidance, the
German supermini, available with an electric powertrain like its French
sibling, the Peugeot e-208. Further down the road, though, a couple of hot
versions should be coming our way sooner rather than later.
The most accessible
of the two replace the current GSi , which uses a 150 PS 1.4-liter, turbocharged engine linked to a six-speed manual gearbox.
Performance is respectable for a supermini, with the 0-100 km/h sprint taking 8.9 seconds and top speed standing at 207 km/h.
Whether it’s not
clear if the same moniker will be used for the all-new Corsa, it is very likely
– and it could look similar to the rendering posted by XTomi. Compared to the
rest of the new Corsa range, it features reworked front bumper and grille, as
well as larger alloy wheels and a striking red paint contrasted by the black
roof, side mirrors and other exterior elements.
The other two
renderings come via KleberSilva and portray the range-ropping Corsa OPC. A true
rival to the likes of the Volkswagen Polo GTI, Ford Fiesta ST and Renault Clio
RS, it sets itself apart with the sporty body kit, different grille and rear
wing designs, and dual tailpipes. It would also add a more potent engine, given
that its predecessor got a 207 PS 1.6-liter turbocharged four
and hit 100 km/h in 6.8 seconds.
