Opel debuts GSe designation with new plug-in hybrid Astra

After announcing just a few days ago the recovery of the acronym GSe to be used in its high-performance electrified models, Opel has just unveiled two new models under this name. These are the Astra GSe and the Astra Sports Tourer GSe.

With a plug-in hybrid powertrain, both models offer a power of 165 kW with a torque of 360 Nm. These specifications are striking, since other Stellantis models that use the same EMP2 platform and also have a plug-in hybrid propulsion system even reach 265 kW of power.

These new GSe versions of the Astra are, however, much more agile and precise. According to the company itself, the steering, suspension and brakes reacts immediately to the driver's will. Likewise, the dynamic response of both variants of the Astra GSe is much better, as the height of the chassis has been reduced by ten millimetres.

The Astra GSe is the new owner of the road

As far as aesthetic appearance is concerned, Opel has integrated a completely redesigned front end in both GSe variants and the logo with these initials has been integrated into the rear. cool Much sportier of both variants of the Astra GSe is further enhanced by new 18 inch wheels, whose design is inspired by The Manta GSe was presented in May of last year.

Inside, the integration of new seats is particularly striking. Performance in Alcantara, which improves ergonomics and offers greater lateral support.

Florian Huettl, Opel's current CEO, says the new Astra GSe and Astra Sports Tourer GSe are the perfect models for the debut of the GSe designation and represent a further step forward in Opel's strategy to become an exclusively electric brand by 2028.

The German manufacturer, now part of the Stellantis group, intends to market a fully electric version of the Astra starting next yearIt is not yet known, however, whether there will be a GSe version of the new Astra with an electric drive system at some point. However, this is likely to be the case.