The spacious Opel Combo and Zafira Electric cars will offer slightly more range than their predecessors. The fully electric, maximum seven-seater high-roofed station wagon will now achieve up to 330 km according to WLTP, about 50 km more than before. The spacious Zafira Electric van for up to nine passengers reaches up to 350 km range with the larger 75-kWh battery – an increase of 20 km. The new editions of both models also feature up to 18 assistance systems – from the high-resolution 180° reversing camera to the adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go function to new features such as full LED headlights and even an Intelli-Lux LED matrix light in the Combo. Additionally, Opel has given both models a redesigned front, featuring for the first time the characteristic brand face "Opel Vizor." In the fully digital cockpit, drivers and passengers can view intuitively operated infotainment systems with a 10" color touchscreen based on the Snapdragon Cockpit Platform from Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.2 – including wireless smartphone connectivity and charging.
The Opel Combo Electric
With the new Opel Combo Electric, customers can once again choose between two vehicle lengths: The 4.41 m long version offers space for up to five people; the 4.76 m long version (Combo XL) optionally provides space for up to seven occupants in three rows. Good visibility is ensured by the panoramic roof with electrically activated sunshade and centrally running, multifunctional roof rail. 27 storage options with a total capacity of up to 186 liters offer space for travel accessories or daily necessities. Depending on the seat configuration, the newcomer offers a loading volume of 775 liters (Combo) to 4,000 liters (Combo XL) up to the roof.
With the 100 kW/136 hp electric motor and an electric vehicle's typically instant maximum torque of 260 Nm, the Combo Electric reaches a top speed of 135 km/h. Depending on preference, Combo drivers can choose between the three driving modes Eco, Normal, and Power. And using shift paddles behind the steering wheel, the new regenerative braking system can recover energy in three different stages, thereby extending the range. The standard three-phase 11 kW onboard charger in Germany allows for rapid AC charging. The battery can be recharged to 80% at a public 100 kW DC fast charging station in around 30 minutes.
The adaptive cruise control with Stop & Go function and the rearview camera, along with additional sensors at the front and rear, as well as side protection and blind spot warning, make it easier to turn and maneuver the large vehicle. Numerous systems such as the driver fatigue alert, traffic sign recognition, lane-keeping assist and front collision warning with emergency braking function, as well as Intelli-Grip with hill descent control for secure handling on challenging terrains like snow, mud, or sand complement the portfolio.
The Zafira Electric
The large-capacity van Zafira Electric is optionally available in two lengths (4.98 and 5.33 m) for up to nine people. Four independent, face-to-face Vis-à-vis seats in the rear make the vehicle even a VIP shuttle on request. Sensor-controlled, electric sliding doors on both sides of the vehicle in the rear area facilitate entry and exit. A panoramic glass roof is optionally available.
In addition, the new Zafira Electric offers up to 1,500 l of loading volume in the configuration with nine seats; with five people, luggage with a volume of up to 3,000 l can be transported. With two or three people on board, the loading volume increases to up to 4,900 l.
As with the Combo, three recuperation levels can be set as well as the driving modes Normal, Eco, and Power. The motorization is also identical, with the top speed of 130 km/h slightly below that of the high-roof combo. At a 100-kW DC fast charging station, a break of about 38 minutes is needed to charge to 80% battery capacity for the 50-kWh battery and 45 minutes for the 75-kWh battery.
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