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The Most Powerful Opel Ever Comes With A Shocking Price Tag

  • Stellantis revealed the Opel Grandland Electric AWD with a combined output of 321 hp and 375 lb-ft.
  • The range-topping trim of the SUV features subtle styling tweaks and a unique chassis configuration.
  • The most powerful Opel doesn’t wear the GSE emblem, and is more expensive than premium rivals.

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.

Original story continues below.

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.

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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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Stellantis Turns Small SUV Into An Electric Rally Weapon

  • The Opel Mokka GSE Rally is built to meet the FIA’s new eRally5 regulations.
  • The rally car boasts a distinctive livery, a roof scoop, new wheels and bumpers.
  • It will be followed by a roadgoing Mokka GSE performance EV later this year.

Opel has given its GSE performance sub-brand for electric vehicles a fresh update, and before the first production model hits the streets, they’ve already rolled out a rally car. Named the Mokka GSE Rally, it’s a more rugged, performance-focused version of the compact SUV, featuring an electric powertrain and a suite of chassis upgrades.

Visually, the rally-ready Mokka stands out with a special livery featuring black, gray, and yellow graphics. It rolls on large alloy wheels with yellow brake calipers, and the sporty front and rear bumpers, along with a roof-mounted intake, set it apart from the standard Mokka Electric.

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Some of these features, like the more aggressive body kit, will likely carry over to the roadgoing Opel Mokka GSE. This performance version of the electric SUV is expected to debut in late 2025, likely sharing specs with its mechanically similar counterparts, the Abarth 600e and Alfa Romeo Junior Veloce.

Back to the rally car, it is compatible with the FIA’s new eRally5 regulations and will eventually replace the Opel Corsa Electric Rally that has been around since 2019. The SUV is fitted with a single electric motor delivering 278 hp (207 kW / 280 PS) and 345 Nm (255 lb-ft) of torque. Power is transmitted to the front wheels via a multi-plate limited-slip differential and a racing transmission.

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The 54 kWh battery pack is carried over from the Mokka Electric but gets added protection with a special encapsulation and underride guard. Chassis upgrades include a rally-spec suspension from Bilstein, with reinforced McPherson struts in the front and modified springs and dampers on the rigid rear axle. Additionally, the ABS, ESP, and traction control systems have been removed, giving drivers full freedom to push the Mokka to its limits across various terrains.

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The interior of the rally car has been stripped out, and features a FIA-certified roll cage, as well as a pair of bucket seats with six-point harnesses. For safety, the 400-volt system will automatically shut down in the event of a collision, while the fire extinguishing system features an electrically non-conductive extinguishing agent.

Opel plans to offer the Mokka GSE Rally to private customers and teams starting in the 2026 rally season, but before that, you’ll get a chance to see the prototype in action at the ELE Rally Eindhoven in the Netherlands, set for May 23-24. This event is part of the ADAC Opel Electric Rally Cup, which will feature the Corsa Rally Electric, another electrified rally contender.

Stellantis Brand Teases Hot SUV With Electric Power

  • Opel’s GSE sub-brand is transitioning from hybrids to fully electric performance vehicles.
  • The Mokka GSE will debut in 2025, featuring sportier styling and upgraded chassis setup.
  • The small SUV could inherit a more powerful electric motor from the Abarth 600e.

Opel has announced that its GSE sub-brand for performance models will go fully electric, abandoning its previous route of plug-in hybrid powertrains. The first model of this new era will be the Mokka GSE, which is expected to debut later this year.

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Introduced in 2022, Opel and Vauxhall’s GSE performance sub-brand initially included electrified models with plug-in hybrid powertrains. The Astra hatchback, Astra Sports Tourer estate, and Grandland SUV all received GSE versions, featuring a sharper chassis setup and more dynamic performance. However, starting this year, the GSE name will be rebranded with a fresh logo and applied exclusively to fully electric vehicles.

What Does GSE Really Stand For?

According to Opel, G stands for Grand, German engineering, goosebumps, great grip and G-forces, S stands for Sport, speed, sweat and sliding through S-curves, while E stands for Electric, excitement, exhilaration and euphoria. German humor at its finest.

The GSE models will sport a more aggressive look and feature an upgraded chassis setup that aims to “directly integrate the driver” and offer “exciting driving pleasure.” According to the company, these performance EVs are designed to be “stable when braking, cornering, and at high speeds on the Autobahn.” So, don’t expect any track-focused beasts, it’s more about sharp handling on real-world roads.

Details about the electric powertrains haven’t been shared yet, so it’s unclear whether there will be significant improvements in that area.

The Mokka GSE: A Sneak Peek

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The Mokka will be the first model to wear the GSE badge, with a market launch scheduled for 2025. The small SUV is expected to follow a similar performance path as the Abarth 600e and Alfa Romeo Junior Veloce, producing up to 278 horsepower (207 kW / 280 PS) from a single electric motor mounted on the front axle.

A teaser image shows the Mokka GSE will likely feature special decals, along with redesigned bumpers, larger alloy wheels, and brake calipers finished in a striking yellow. Note that the current generation Mokka was introduced in 2020 and received a mild facelift in 2024.

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Judging from recent spy shots, the Grandland is also expected to gain the GSE moniker, with similar styling and chassis upgrades.

Opel has also launched an “OMG! GSE” campaign, designed to communicate the feeling of driving one of their new electric performance models for the first time. CEO Florian Huettl stated: “The GSE sub-brand stands for particularly dynamic, exhilarating, and emotional Opel models. In 2025, we will take the next important step. The new GSE models will be fully electric. This demonstrates how powerful, exciting, and inspiring battery-electric mobility can be.”

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