Opel enters the rally scene… with the new electric Corsa!

Based on the Opel Corsa-e, the German brand presents a competition version for the world's first one-brand cup for electric cars, the ADAC Opel e-Rally Cup.

Opel presents at the Frankfurt a very special racing car. It is the Opel Corsa-e Rally, based on the brand's new electric utility vehicle, the Opel Corsa-eThe German brand, which has seven European Rally Championships and a WRC World Championship under its belt, will launch the ADAC Opel e-Rally Cup, a single-make cup that will be contested with this particular electric car.

The new Opel Corsa-e Rallye will thus take over from the Opel ADAM, which has been used in recent years to compete in the ADAC Opel Rally Cup, a competition that has served as an entry step into the specialty for numerous young people in many countries.

Same technical base as the Corsa-e, prepared for rallies

Today, Opel Motorsport The team is working to ensure that fifteen cars are ready for the start of the season next year, based on the Opel Corsa-e. The competition version will maintain the 100% electric propulsion system, having a 136 hp power, and a maximum torque of 260 Nm. The battery has a capacity of 50 kWh..

The approximate weight will be around 1.400 kg. Compared to the street version, the length of 6.1 metres has been maintained, with a 5 mm increase in width and height, and a 2 mm increase in wheelbase.

The preparation includes the corresponding approved roll cage, Newly developed high voltage safety system, fire extinguisher, underbody protection for the engine and transmission and a fly-off hydraulic handbrake. The suspension includes uniball joints and the front axle is fitted with a Torsen differential.

Opel's plan is to make an affordable car available to its customers, with the aim of maintaining the price below 50.000 euros.