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Opel Frontera 2024 1.2 Turbo (136 Hp) Mild Hybrid e-DCT
Overall Rating
7.5 / 10
2024 Overview:
Opel Frontera (2024). With 230 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1269 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 9 s). The top speed reaches 190 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Safety Rating
Not rated
Euro NCAP Year
N/A
Adult Occupant
N/A
Stars
N/A
Expert Note:
As a newly launched model (2024), the Opel Frontera has not yet undergone independent Euro NCAP safety testing. Its platform sibling, the Fiat 600e, received 4 stars in 2023, suggesting a solid foundation.
As a newly launched model (2024), the Opel Frontera has not yet undergone independent Euro NCAP safety testing. Its platform sibling, the Fiat 600e, received 4 stars in 2023, suggesting a solid foundation.
1.2 Turbo (136 Hp) Mild Hybrid e-DCT Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers a respectable 136 Hp, providing adequate acceleration for daily driving and highway cruising, complemented by the mild-hybrid boost.
Fuel Economy
Excellent fuel efficiency for its class, benefiting from the mild-hybrid system and e-DCT transmission, making it economical for mixed use.
Best Use Case:
Mixed City/Highway Driving
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Modern SUV styling and practical design
- • Choice of efficient mild-hybrid or full electric powertrains
- • Spacious interior with optional 7-seat configuration
- • Good trunk space for its class
- • Competitive fuel economy for MHEV variants
Cons:
- • Modest performance from entry-level petrol and EV models
- • Torsion beam rear suspension may compromise ride comfort on rougher roads
- • 3-cylinder engine might not appeal to all drivers
- • New model, long-term reliability yet to be fully established
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(A: February, 1995 - June, 1998).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Opel |
| Model: | Frontera |
| Generation: | 2024 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.2 Turbo (136 Hp) Mild Hybrid e-DCT |
| Start of production: | July, 2024 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | MHEV (Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle, power-assist hybrid, battery-assisted hybrid vehicles, BAHV) |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 136 Hp @ 5500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 113.4 Hp/l [307mm less] |
| Torque: | 230 Nm @ 1750 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1199 |
| Number of cylinders: | 3 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 75 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 90.5 mm mm |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Combined fuel consumption (WLTP): | 5.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption at Low speed (WLTP): | 4.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption at Medium speed (WLTP): | 4.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption at high speed (WLTP): | 5.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption at very high speed (WLTP): | 6.6 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6e |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 190 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.3 kg/Hp, 107.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.5 kg/Nm, 181.2 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 8.6 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1269 |
| Max. weight: | 1830 |
| Max. roof load: | 50 kg |
| Max load: | 561 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1594 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 460 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1250 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 44 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 610 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 65 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4385 mm mm [307mm less] |
| Width: | 1795 mm mm [31mm more] |
| Height: | 1635-1655 mm mm [118mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2670 mm mm [90mm less] |
| Front track: | 1552 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1559 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.5 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) and electric motor drive the front wheels of the car with the ability to work in full electric or mixed mode. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | e-DCT |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 215/65 R16; 215/60 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 16; 17 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
| Electric: | |
|---|---|
| Battery technology: | Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) |
| Electric motor power: | 28 Hp |
| Electric motor location: | Integrated into the transmission |
| Battery voltage: | 48 V |
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