The all-new Opel Frontera made its first public outing in Istanbul, Turkey, replacing the aging Crossland with a larger body and modern Stellantis underpinnings. Serving as the SUV twin of the Citroen C3 Aircross, it is available in both mild-hybrid and fully electric variants, with prices starting from around € 24,000 (US$ 25,900) in Germany. Opel has also announced the option for a seven-seater layout in addition to the standard five-seater version. The digital premiere of the Opel Frontera, which will be offered as a Vauxhall in the UK, took place last month,unveiling both the exterior and interior design of the new model. This time around, Opel showcased the Frontera in person, providing additional details about the powertrain options, trim structure, and starting prices.
The Frontera marks the debut of the new
Opel ‘Blitz’ emblem on its vizor fascia, accompanied by contemporary LED
lighting. While the front and rear designs embrace Opel’s latest styling
language, the proportions and greenhouse are shared with its Citroen C3
Aircross counterpart. The company has opted for a streamlined trim structure
consisting of two levels: the entry-level Frontera and the flagship Frontera
GS. These can be paired with two optional packages
Inside, the Frontera GS boasts a digital
cockpit equipped with dual 10-inch displays integrated into the same panel.
Additionally, all versions include a standard ‘smartphone station’ and numerous
practical features, emphasizing the SUV’s family-oriented nature. In its
five-seater configuration, the boot boasts a capacity of over 450 liters, expanding to 1,600 liters when the seats are
folded. Opel has confirmed plans to introduce a three-row, seven-seater layout
for the Frontera in the near future, catering to the needs of larger families.
Additionally, optional roof rails are available, capable of supporting a
maximum weight of 240 kg, including a specifically-designed roof
tent with an integrated ladder for the SUV.
The Opel / Vauxhall Frontera Hybrid is
equipped with the widely used turbocharged 1.2-liter gasoline engine,
complemented by a 48V mild-hybrid system. The internal combustion engine (ICE)
generates 99 hp, with an additional 28 hp provided by a single electric motor integrated into the six-speed dual-clutch
automatic transmission. Power is exclusively sent to the front wheels.
Additionally, a more potent variant of the Frontera Hybrid will be available,
featuring the 134 hp version of the 1.2-liter engine paired
with the same mild-hybrid setup.
