Opel Frontera Debuts

Rugged Looks

The new Opel Frontera Gravel concept taps into the trend that sees SUV drivers wanting vehicles that look ready for adventure, even if they rarely leave the asphalt. The concept comes out of Opel’s design center in Russelsheim, where it was brought to life with input from automotive enthusiasts and the hands-on expertise of motorsport tuning bodies like BlackFish and XS.

Features

What makes the Frontera Gravel stand out from the typical SUV offerings are its off-road-inspired features. It boasts a Thule Canyon XT roof rack, extra LED lights on both the hood and the roof, a robust front-mounted winch, and storage boxes on the sides. It even sports snow tracks fixed to the rear D-pillars. The wheels are 16-inch Borbet CWE’s wrapped in BFGoodrich all-terrain rubber, enhancing the visual flair of an off-roader.

The Look

The Frontera Gravel is styled with a matte Desert Stone wrap, matched with a black hood and contrasting roof. Orange accents pop on the skid plates, mirror caps, and roof rack, finished with custom decals. Inside, orange detailing continues on the microfiber seats, and a black headliner adds to its rugged atmosphere.

Performance

Though it looks tough, don’t mistake the Frontera Gravel for a brawny machine; it is built on the Frontera Electric platform, which is front-wheel drive. Despite this, Opel assures that it can handle “soft-road” adventures, drawing power from a 154 hp motor paired with a 54 kWh battery, boasting a range of about 249 miles. While it won’t cross rocky terrains, it offers enough zest for gravel trails and similar outings.

Potential and Future

Opel is quite optimistic about the Frontera Gravel. While it’s a concept for now, there’s speculation about it seeing production sometime soon to compete with similar rugged models like Dacia’s Dakar-themed Duster. The public can catch this concept in action at the XS Carnight event in Wörthersee, Austria.

Market Target

Rebecca Reinermann, Opel’s VP of Marketing, sees the Frontera Gravel as more than just a robust, family-friendly ride. It’s a daring upgrade aimed at those seeking thrills and adventure. The concept is an experimental leap, gauging interest for a gutsier Frontera model. It’s all about embracing freedom, excitement, and pushing boundaries.

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