{"id":310,"date":"2025-06-17T10:47:00","date_gmt":"2025-06-17T10:47:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cameaims.com\/?p=310"},"modified":"2025-06-23T10:37:25","modified_gmt":"2025-06-23T10:37:25","slug":"the-most-powerful-opel-ever-comes-with-a-shocking-price-tag","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cameaims.com\/index.php\/2025\/06\/17\/the-most-powerful-opel-ever-comes-with-a-shocking-price-tag\/","title":{"rendered":"The Most Powerful Opel Ever Comes With A Shocking Price Tag"},"content":{"rendered":"<div><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image lazyload\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15px\" loading=\"lazy\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cameaims.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/OpelGrandlandElectricAWD-copy-1024x576-1.jpg\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-16 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<ul>\n<li>Stellantis revealed the Opel Grandland Electric AWD with a combined output of 321 hp and 375 lb-ft.<\/li>\n<li>The range-topping trim of the SUV features subtle styling tweaks and a unique chassis configuration.<\/li>\n<li>The most powerful Opel doesn&rsquo;t wear the GSE emblem, and is more expensive than premium rivals.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><em><strong>Update:<\/strong> Opel has just revealed the pricing for the new Grandland Electric AWD, and it comes with a bit of a shock, as the starting price is &euro;59,990 ($69,300). That makes it the priciest offering from the otherwise mainstream German brand.<\/em><\/p>\n<div class=\"ad-placement\">\n<div id=\"82503191-e1d1-435a-874f-9c78a2a54a2f\" class=\"_ap_apex_ad\"><\/div>\n<div id=\"0f7e3106-c4d6-4db4-8135-c508879a76f8\" class=\"_ap_apex_ad\"><\/div>\n<p>\t\t\t\tvar adpushup = window.adpushup  = window.adpushup || {que:[]};<br \/>\n\t\t\t\tadpushup.que.push(function() {<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\tif (adpushup.config.platform !== &#8220;DESKTOP&#8221;){<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tadpushup.triggerAd(&#8220;0f7e3106-c4d6-4db4-8135-c508879a76f8&#8221;);<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t} else {<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tadpushup.triggerAd(&#8220;82503191-e1d1-435a-874f-9c78a2a54a2f&#8221;);<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t}<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t});<\/p><\/div>\n<p><em>For comparison, this electric Opel is now pricier than the BMW iX2 xDrive30, which offers 308 hp (230 kW \/ 313 PS) for &euro;57,400, and the &euro;56,423.85 Mercedes EQA 350 4Matic, which delivers 288 hp (215 kW \/ 292 PS). It even outprices the more powerful Audi Q4 55 e-tron Sportback, which produces 335 hp (250 kW \/ 340 PS), leaving the Grandland Electric in a peculiar pricing position. <\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>This places the Grandland Electric in the awkward spot of being neither a great deal nor a true premium contender, making it a tough sell.<\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size:17px\"><em>Original story continues below.<\/em><\/p>\n<div id=\"taboola-mid-article\"><\/div>\n<div id=\"taboola-mid-article-thumbnails-organic\"><\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p>With multiple <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/2025\/05\/which-new-stellantis-compact-suv-would-you-actually-buy\/\">Stellantis brands sharing similar hardware<\/a> across a sea of small crossovers, if one model gets a feature, it&rsquo;s usually just a matter of time before it shows up elsewhere. The latest Grandland update follows that script, adopting the familiar dual-motor all-wheel-drive setup we&rsquo;ve seen elsewhere. The result? It&rsquo;s now the most powerful and expensive Opel you can buy today.<\/p>\n<p>The Opel Grandland Electric AWD makes 321 hp (239 kW \/ 325 PS) and 509 Nm (375 lb-ft) of torque, putting it on equal footing with the top versions of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/2025\/02\/peugeot-e-3008-and-e-5008-gaining-new-performance-variant\/\">the Peugeot E-3008 and E-5008<\/a>. A 210 hp (157 kW \/ 213 PS) motor handles the front axle, while the rear gets a second unit producing 111 hp (82 kW \/ 112 PS). Together, they deliver a 0-100 km\/h (0-62 mph) time of 6.1 seconds, which is quick by family SUV standards.<\/p>\n<p><strong>More: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/2025\/05\/stellantis-turns-small-suv-into-an-electric-rally-car-with-280-hp-and-a-roof-scoop\/\">Stellantis Turns Small SUV Into An Electric Rally Weapon<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The driver has access to Eco, Normal, AWD, and Sport modes, affecting the powertrain, steering, and accelerator pedal. Furthermore, the Grandland <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/tag\/electric-vehicles\/\">Electric<\/a> AWD comes standard with frequency selective damping technology and specific tuning for the springs, anti-roll bar, steering, and ESC. Energy is stored in the standard 73 kWh battery pack, allowing a WLTP range of 311 miles (500 km). <\/p>\n<div class=\"ad-placement\">\n<div id=\"9b1169d9-7a89-4971-a77f-1397f7588751\" class=\"_ap_apex_ad\"> <\/div>\n<div id=\"bb7964e9-07de-4b06-a83e-ead35079d53c\" class=\"_ap_apex_ad\"> <\/div>\n<p>\t\t\t\tvar adpushup = window.adpushup  = window.adpushup || {que:[]};<br \/>\n\t\t\t\tadpushup.que.push(function() {<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\tif (adpushup.config.platform !== &#8220;DESKTOP&#8221;){<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tadpushup.triggerAd(&#8220;bb7964e9-07de-4b06-a83e-ead35079d53c&#8221;);<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t} else {<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tadpushup.triggerAd(&#8220;9b1169d9-7a89-4971-a77f-1397f7588751&#8221;);<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t}<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t});<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Design changes are subtle but functional. The all-wheel-drive <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/tag\/Opel-Grandland\">Grandland<\/a> gets sportier front and rear bumper inserts, said to be aerodynamically optimized, complete with carbon-style accents. It also rides on new 20-inch two-tone alloy wheels. These updates help the SUV achieve a drag coefficient of 0.278 Cd, the lowest in the Grandland range.<\/p>\n<section class=\"type:slideshow\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><\/section>\n<p>At the back, the chrome Grandland badge has been replaced by embossed lettering on the tailgate. Inside, Opel highlights a slightly different color palette for the ergonomic Intelli-seats, though the rest of the interior appears mostly unchanged. The model will be sold across <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/tag\/Europe\">Europe<\/a> and the UK, wearing either Opel or Vauxhall branding depending on the market.<\/p>\n<p><strong>More: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/2025\/05\/stellantis-brand-teases-hot-suv-with-electric-power\/\">Stellantis Brand Teases Hot SUV With Electric Power<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Strangely, Opel has decided not to give this variant the GSe badge, even though it outpaces the outgoing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/2022\/10\/opel-vauxhall-grandland-gse-is-a-296-hp-phev-suv-with-sporty-suspension-and-19-inch-wheels\/\">Grandland GSe plug-in hybrid<\/a>, which made 296 hp (220 kW \/ 300 PS). Despite the upgraded drivetrain and handling tweaks, the new electric AWD model goes without the sport-focused label.<\/p>\n<div class=\"ad-placement\">\n<div id=\"e46c436a-adeb-4b5e-a2c7-56bc36561c10\" class=\"_ap_apex_ad\"> <\/div>\n<div id=\"b25ecba7-3bbb-4ea7-a3a8-dbea91695c07\" class=\"_ap_apex_ad\"> <\/div>\n<p> \t\t\t\tvar adpushup = window.adpushup  = window.adpushup || {que:[]};<br \/>\n         \t\tadpushup.que.push(function() {<br \/>\n             \t\tif (adpushup.config.platform !== &#8220;DESKTOP&#8221;){<br \/>\n    \t\t\t\t\tadpushup.triggerAd(&#8220;b25ecba7-3bbb-4ea7-a3a8-dbea91695c07&#8221;);<br \/>\n             \t\t} else {<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tadpushup.triggerAd(&#8220;e46c436a-adeb-4b5e-a2c7-56bc36561c10&#8221;);<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t}<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t});<\/p><\/div>\n<p><strong>Premium Pricing<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The Opel Grandland Electric AWD is now available to order in Europe, and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/tag\/Vauxhall\">Vauxhall<\/a> version is set to hit the UK this autumn. In Germany, Opel&rsquo;s new flagship model starts at a hefty &euro;59,990 ($69,300), a price that feels more fitting for a luxury SUV than a mainstream offering.<\/p>\n<section class=\"type:slideshow\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><\/section>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stellantis<\/h4>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Stellantis revealed the Opel Grandland Electric AWD with a combined output of 321 hp and 375 lb-ft. 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