Opel has just lifted the veil on an intriguing concept that it teased last week, though it is not a new high-performance model that consumers will be able to buy. Instead, the one-off Opel Corsa GSE is the latest Vision GT creation that’ll be added to Gran Turismo 7 later this year.

Like other Vision GT cars, the Corsa GSE goes far beyond what Opel would actually sell to the public – both in terms of design and performance.

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Regarding the powertrain, it has fitted two electric motors, one at each axle, that deliver a combined 789 hp (588 kW / 800 PS) and 800 Nm (590 lb-ft) of torque. It has also been imagined with an 79 hp (59 kW / 80 PS) overboost function that can be used for four-second bursts and needs 80 seconds to recharge.

The wild hot hatch accelerates from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) in just 2.0 seconds, and has a top speed of 200 mph (320 km/h). Providing the motors with their juice is an 82 kWh battery pack. Opel says that the car’s lightweight construction results in it weighing just 1,170 kg (2,579 lbs).

Visually, the Opel Corsa GSE Vision Grand Turismo features bespoke parts which allow it to sit lower and wider than the current Corsa, despite having a similar footprint. Key design details include the flared arches, the latest iteration of the Vizor grille, and the combination of a large rear wing and pronounced diffuser.

The interior is just as radical and includes a lightweight driver’s seat with six-point seatbelts and sensors that alert the driver to other vehicles on the road. If a car enters the car’s blind spot, a warning will appear through the special illuminated fabrics on the dashboard and door inserts.

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While this will remain firmly a concept, Opel notes that it serves as a “preview of upcoming GSE models”. This might include a hot hatch version of the next Corsa, following the example of the fully electric Peugeot E-208 GTI. The brand recently relaunched its performance sub-brand with the Opel Mokka GSE that pumps out 278 hp (207 kW / 280 PS) and 255 lb-ft (345 Nm) of torque, enough to send the EV to 62 mph (100 km/h) in 5.9 seconds.

A New Corsa Is Coming Soon

The Opel Corsa, currently in its sixth-generation, is a sibling to the Peugeot 208. The next iteration is expected to debut in 2026, riding on the STLA Small underpinnings. As with its predecessor, the subcompact hatchback will likely offer a choice between gasoline, mild-hybrid, and fully electric powertrains.

Styling-wise, the production model will borrow a few cues from the wild Corsa GSE concept like the slimmer Opel Vizor grille at the front. However, it will adopt a more conventional five-door bodystyle which is the new norm in the segment, doing without the oversized aero of the track-focused concept.

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A new chapter for Opel’s performance arm is about to take shape. The company has refreshed its GSE sub-brand, and to mark the occasion it’s preparing a show car that embodies its new vision. Official teasers give us a glimpse of the unnamed concept ahead of its debut at the IAA Mobility Show in Munich next month.

The concept is set to feature a high-performance, fully electric powertrain. From the limited teaser images, its exact body style remains a mystery, leaving us guessing whether it will take the form of a sports car, coupe, hatchback, sedan, SUV, or crossover.

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Highlights include the latest evolution of the Opel Compass lighting signature, with vertical and horizontal LED strips framing illuminated emblems at the front and rear. The exterior wears a distinctive livery pairing silver paint with lime yellow accents, complemented by aerodynamic wheels inspired by the Manta 400 rally car of the 1980s.

Built for the track

Inside, there is a futuristic yoke inspired by racing, and a lightweight driver’s seat. The concept is also equipped with a roll cage, which shows that it is designed for the track.

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Opel CEO Florian Huettl described the car as one that “will once again send pulses racing. It will preview upcoming models, impress with its stunning design and appeal to car enthusiasts around the globe. We will be revealing more details soon – so stay tuned.”

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The automaker will reveal more information about the concept soon. The IAA Mobility 2025 will take place in Munich, Germany, between September 8 and 14.

This reveal follows the recent debut of the Mokka GSE, the first high-performance EV of Opel’s new era. The small SUV will soon be joined by performance variants of other models, most likely including the next generation Corsa subcompact hatchback.

Update: Opel has just revealed the pricing for the new Grandland Electric AWD, and it comes with a bit of a shock, as the starting price is €59,990 ($69,300). That makes it the priciest offering from the otherwise mainstream German brand.

For comparison, this electric Opel is now pricier than the BMW iX2 xDrive30, which offers 308 hp (230 kW / 313 PS) for €57,400, and the €56,423.85 Mercedes EQA 350 4Matic, which delivers 288 hp (215 kW / 292 PS). It even outprices the more powerful Audi Q4 55 e-tron Sportback, which produces 335 hp (250 kW / 340 PS), leaving the Grandland Electric in a peculiar pricing position.

This places the Grandland Electric in the awkward spot of being neither a great deal nor a true premium contender, making it a tough sell.

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With multiple Stellantis brands sharing similar hardware across a sea of small crossovers, if one model gets a feature, it’s usually just a matter of time before it shows up elsewhere. The latest Grandland update follows that script, adopting the familiar dual-motor all-wheel-drive setup we’ve seen elsewhere. The result? It’s now the most powerful and expensive Opel you can buy today.

The Opel Grandland Electric AWD makes 321 hp (239 kW / 325 PS) and 509 Nm (375 lb-ft) of torque, putting it on equal footing with the top versions of the Peugeot E-3008 and E-5008. A 210 hp (157 kW / 213 PS) motor handles the front axle, while the rear gets a second unit producing 111 hp (82 kW / 112 PS). Together, they deliver a 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) time of 6.1 seconds, which is quick by family SUV standards.

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The driver has access to Eco, Normal, AWD, and Sport modes, affecting the powertrain, steering, and accelerator pedal. Furthermore, the Grandland Electric AWD comes standard with frequency selective damping technology and specific tuning for the springs, anti-roll bar, steering, and ESC. Energy is stored in the standard 73 kWh battery pack, allowing a WLTP range of 311 miles (500 km).

Design changes are subtle but functional. The all-wheel-drive Grandland gets sportier front and rear bumper inserts, said to be aerodynamically optimized, complete with carbon-style accents. It also rides on new 20-inch two-tone alloy wheels. These updates help the SUV achieve a drag coefficient of 0.278 Cd, the lowest in the Grandland range.

At the back, the chrome Grandland badge has been replaced by embossed lettering on the tailgate. Inside, Opel highlights a slightly different color palette for the ergonomic Intelli-seats, though the rest of the interior appears mostly unchanged. The model will be sold across Europe and the UK, wearing either Opel or Vauxhall branding depending on the market.

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Strangely, Opel has decided not to give this variant the GSe badge, even though it outpaces the outgoing Grandland GSe plug-in hybrid, which made 296 hp (220 kW / 300 PS). Despite the upgraded drivetrain and handling tweaks, the new electric AWD model goes without the sport-focused label.

Premium Pricing

The Opel Grandland Electric AWD is now available to order in Europe, and the Vauxhall version is set to hit the UK this autumn. In Germany, Opel’s new flagship model starts at a hefty €59,990 ($69,300), a price that feels more fitting for a luxury SUV than a mainstream offering.

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