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Opel is using the 2017 Frankfurt Motor Show to deliver no less than three promising machines, namely the Grandland X SUV, as well as the GSi and Country Tourer incarnations of the Insignia.
We'll start with the first, which makes for the company'a largest SUV offering. Sharing its underpinnings with the Peugeot 3008, the Grandland X offers generous cabin space.
The German automaker is now determined to grab a hefty share of the ever-expanding SUV market while using a family of new models, with the Grandland X following the Mokka X (this is the smallest model) and the Crossland X.
Moving to the Insignia GSi, this might not be the hottest incarnation of the second-gen Insignia, but it's still faster than the previous generation model's OPC range-topper.
Marking the return of the GSi badge, the sedan we're discussing here is animated by a 2.0-liter turbo-four, which allows the driver to play with a respectable 260 hp and 400 Nm of torque. The power is sent to all four wheels using an eight-speed automatic tranny.
A downsized engine might not sound like the ideal solution for a go-fast saloon in this segment, but you should keep in mind that the Insignia GSi is a hefty 160 kg (make that 353 lbs) lighter than the 2.8-liter V6-engined OPC.
The standard all-wheel-drive (a torque vectoring feature is included), together with the lifted suspension should allow decent terrain abilities. You'll instantly recognize this derivative thanks to the plastic protection panels adorning the body.
You can check out each of the machines we discussed here in the generous live image photo gallery above.
The German automaker is now determined to grab a hefty share of the ever-expanding SUV market while using a family of new models, with the Grandland X following the Mokka X (this is the smallest model) and the Crossland X.
Moving to the Insignia GSi, this might not be the hottest incarnation of the second-gen Insignia, but it's still faster than the previous generation model's OPC range-topper.
Marking the return of the GSi badge, the sedan we're discussing here is animated by a 2.0-liter turbo-four, which allows the driver to play with a respectable 260 hp and 400 Nm of torque. The power is sent to all four wheels using an eight-speed automatic tranny.
A downsized engine might not sound like the ideal solution for a go-fast saloon in this segment, but you should keep in mind that the Insignia GSi is a hefty 160 kg (make that 353 lbs) lighter than the 2.8-liter V6-engined OPC.
Wait, there's also a model that could make you forget all about SUVs
However, if you're looking for a vehicle that packs generous ground clearance, but is not an SUV, the Opel Insignia Country Tourer might be the car for you.The standard all-wheel-drive (a torque vectoring feature is included), together with the lifted suspension should allow decent terrain abilities. You'll instantly recognize this derivative thanks to the plastic protection panels adorning the body.
You can check out each of the machines we discussed here in the generous live image photo gallery above.
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