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Next to the Astra, the Corsa is Opel’s best selling car at the moment. Over the 32 years of production, the German manufacturer sold 12 million Corsas and they hope the success story will continue with the new model that they unveiled at the Paris Motor Show.
There’s a big number of improvements done to the new car and, while from the outside it doesn’t look all that different, the changes are more than skin deep according to Opel.
Featuring a new steering system, the aim was to create one that has a more precise response and improves both the handling and the comfort in tight, urban areas, where the little Corsa is going to be used.
The power output varies between two models. With 90 HP and 170 Nm (125 lb-ft) of torque, the smaller one is supposed to sip just 4.3 l/100 km (54.7 mpg) while the more powerful option has 115 HP and the same amount of torque at its disposal. Both of them are EU6 compliant.
There are two more petrol options available, 1.2-liter and 1.4-liter 4-cylinder plants that come from older models. The 1.4-liter one however, makes 100 HP now and 200 Nm (147 lb-ft) of torque, being the torquiest choice of the range.
Two diesel plants appeal to those looking for a more frugal choice, the 1.3-liter CDTI units being kept on in 75 and 95 HP guises. The former can return a fuel consumption of 3.2 l/100 km (73.5 mpg) when connected to a 5-speed manual gearbox.
Speaking of which, that’s the standard option for some models while the 1-liter ECOTEC unit comes with its own 6-speed manual unit that is newly developed. There’s also a new 6-speed automatic available if you’re willing to pay a little extra.
There’s a new optional infotainment system display that now measures 7 inches as part of IntelliLink. Now it is compatible with Apple and Android devices as well as some apps.
Other tech bits like Advance Park Assist (that parks your car by itself), Side Blind Spot Alert, Hill Start Assist, High Beam Assist and others are meant to help you out around town.
As it turns out, despite not being mentioned in the press release, the new Corsa can be ordered with the OPC Line package that adds a more agressive styling as well as Recaro seats inside and a perforated leather steering wheel amongst others. Check it out in the photo gallery below.
The car can already be ordered in Germany starting at €11,980 for the 3-door 1.2-liter petrol engine. The 5-door alternative starts at €12,730 with the same engine, asking a €750 premium for the extra doors.
The underpinnings are new
The fifth generation Corsa has a new chassis, new engines and a completely reworked steering system. According to the Germans, the new chassis doesn’t share one single component with the older model and offers a stiffer sub-frame as well as a new suspension for better handling, lowering the center of gravity by 5 millimeters.Featuring a new steering system, the aim was to create one that has a more precise response and improves both the handling and the comfort in tight, urban areas, where the little Corsa is going to be used.
New engines and gearboxes available
The main attraction in the powertrain department is the new 1-liter ECOTEC 3-cylinder engine that is supposed to be the pick of the range. With a counter-rotating balancer shaft, the new plant is supposed to offer exceptionally low noise, vibration and harshness levels.The power output varies between two models. With 90 HP and 170 Nm (125 lb-ft) of torque, the smaller one is supposed to sip just 4.3 l/100 km (54.7 mpg) while the more powerful option has 115 HP and the same amount of torque at its disposal. Both of them are EU6 compliant.
There are two more petrol options available, 1.2-liter and 1.4-liter 4-cylinder plants that come from older models. The 1.4-liter one however, makes 100 HP now and 200 Nm (147 lb-ft) of torque, being the torquiest choice of the range.
Two diesel plants appeal to those looking for a more frugal choice, the 1.3-liter CDTI units being kept on in 75 and 95 HP guises. The former can return a fuel consumption of 3.2 l/100 km (73.5 mpg) when connected to a 5-speed manual gearbox.
Speaking of which, that’s the standard option for some models while the 1-liter ECOTEC unit comes with its own 6-speed manual unit that is newly developed. There’s also a new 6-speed automatic available if you’re willing to pay a little extra.
Fancy new technology added to the optionals list
Inside the cabin, the style remains familiar within the Opel philosophy. Everything’s clean in there, practical and ergonomic, just like you’d expect inside a German car.There’s a new optional infotainment system display that now measures 7 inches as part of IntelliLink. Now it is compatible with Apple and Android devices as well as some apps.
Other tech bits like Advance Park Assist (that parks your car by itself), Side Blind Spot Alert, Hill Start Assist, High Beam Assist and others are meant to help you out around town.
As it turns out, despite not being mentioned in the press release, the new Corsa can be ordered with the OPC Line package that adds a more agressive styling as well as Recaro seats inside and a perforated leather steering wheel amongst others. Check it out in the photo gallery below.
The car can already be ordered in Germany starting at €11,980 for the 3-door 1.2-liter petrol engine. The 5-door alternative starts at €12,730 with the same engine, asking a €750 premium for the extra doors.
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