Photo: Ferd on Facebook
We were supposed to see it on Wednesday, but the best-known automotive tipster on Facebook decided that he’s not having it. Instead of waiting around for Opel to officially reveal it, Ferd took to the Internet to share low-res photos of the Crossland X.
“Why did you call it a mishmash in the headline?” About that, there are plenty of reasons why the Crossland X is having a hard time trying to prove its crossover. Starting with the obvious, the front grille design is 100% Insignia Grand Sport. Then there are the LED headlights, which have one too many similarities with the Mokka X.
The black trim that gives the impression of a floating roof at the rear three quarters of the Crossland X? Yeah, that trick has been introduced to the Opel/Vauxhall range by the Adam city car. As for the rear, is sports a design that doesn’t offer too much in the way of visual individuality.
Once you step inside, you’ll not be surprised to find out that the Crossland X has been put together with parts sourced from a compact hatchback. I’m referring to the Astra K; more specifically, its steering wheel, gear lever, touchscreen infotainment system, instrument cluster, and stalks. Only the hexagon-shaped outer air vents bring an air of freshness to the cabin design of the Crossland X.
Built upon a PSA Groupe platform, the Crossland X is subcompact sized. The Grandland X, on the other hand, will be a compact-sized model. Front-wheel-drive comes by default, but the Crossland X will surely be made available with an all-wheel-drive system.
On the engine front, I’m afraid I can’t tell you much about what to expect from the new kid on the block. The safest bets would be the 1.6 CDTi, chiefly because Europe sure loves diesel engines. A 1.4-liter turbo four-cylinder could also be in the offing for the petrol-loving public, with as many as 150 PS. In British money, that would be 148 bhp.
The black trim that gives the impression of a floating roof at the rear three quarters of the Crossland X? Yeah, that trick has been introduced to the Opel/Vauxhall range by the Adam city car. As for the rear, is sports a design that doesn’t offer too much in the way of visual individuality.
Once you step inside, you’ll not be surprised to find out that the Crossland X has been put together with parts sourced from a compact hatchback. I’m referring to the Astra K; more specifically, its steering wheel, gear lever, touchscreen infotainment system, instrument cluster, and stalks. Only the hexagon-shaped outer air vents bring an air of freshness to the cabin design of the Crossland X.
Built upon a PSA Groupe platform, the Crossland X is subcompact sized. The Grandland X, on the other hand, will be a compact-sized model. Front-wheel-drive comes by default, but the Crossland X will surely be made available with an all-wheel-drive system.
On the engine front, I’m afraid I can’t tell you much about what to expect from the new kid on the block. The safest bets would be the 1.6 CDTi, chiefly because Europe sure loves diesel engines. A 1.4-liter turbo four-cylinder could also be in the offing for the petrol-loving public, with as many as 150 PS. In British money, that would be 148 bhp.
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