Opel Astra OPC 2012

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The presentation of the new sporty compact coupe Opel Astra GTC will be in the summer of 2012, taking the form of a high performance OPC (Opel Performance Center) variant. The Astra OPC will be powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine with direct fuel injection. Power characteristics are: 206 kW/280 hp and maximum torque of 400 Nm, and with those parameters that the Astra OPC can reach a top speed of 250 kph.

Previous models of the Opel Astra have never been as fast as this. The whole chassis of the sports car has been specially designed in accordance with the best traditions of the OPC. The design is geared especially towards lateral dynamics and superb handling qualities. The sophisticated front suspension HiPerStrut (High Performance Strut) of the Astra GTC helps it to achieve this goal.

Given its predecessor’s generally rowdy disposition, it’s a surprise how easy it is to live with the new 2012-spec Astra VXR. The ride feels generally compliant, the seats are comfortable and positioned thankfully much lower than before, the engine pulls lustily even if you’re feeling too lazy to change gear and, despite a large 70 mm pipe from the manifold back, the exhaust note never drones or sounds too loud.

If you need to do the 9-5 and the fun stuff all in one day, there are no problems here.

When the model launches this spring, it will start at 34,250 euro, which is the recommended retail price in Germany, including VAT. The price includes the following kit as standard: AFL+ adaptive forward lighting, Navi 600 navigation system, Two-zone automatic air conditioning, Park assistant at the rear, 19-inch lightweight alloy OPC wheels, On-board computer with selected performance data, LED rear lamps and tinted rear windows.

One feature of the Astra OPC which deserves special mention are the new high-performance race seats which incorporate cutting-edge, weight-saving materials for the first time in a production car. The use of organic injection sheets with composite material reduces weight by 45 percent. The new seat boasts up to 18 different settings and has a lower seating position and enhanced side support.

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