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2025 Opel Frontera as an electric SUV

The new Opel Frontera has arrived as a fun and spacious SUV. It will be offered as an all-electric version, and customers will also be able to choose a version with a 48-volt hybrid system.

At first glance, the new Frontera reveals a more modern look compared to its predecessor, which was produced between 1991 and 2004. The lines of the front part of the vehicle and the unique proportions combine a functional and spacious cabin with a very contemporary look. Also, the front part is adorned with a new Opel badge, integrated Eco LED headlights with automatic high beams, and a new cooling vent, emphasizing the car’s solid and robust stance. The side design amazes with its contemporary interpretation with three blocks of lights that are separated by inserts in body color, revealing a striking C-pillar that visually separates the spacious cabin. The design of the arches and fenders complete the modern look of the car.

The modern design continues in the interior of the car. The spacious cabin now comes with decorative elements that visually give the feeling of more space. The Pure Panel digital cockpit with two 10-inch screens and a multimedia system for information and entertainment catches the eye upon entering, just like the elegant new steering wheel. Driving comfort is ensured by the Intelli-Seat on the front seats (a groove that reduces pressure on the coccyx), guaranteeing top comfort even during long journeys. The seats are upholstered in sustainable recycled material with contrasting stitching.

Frontera comes with its innovative connectivity system that, after connecting via an app, turns the user’s smartphone into an infotainment control panel that can also work in conjunction with the steering wheel buttons. This connectivity system is optional and comes at an additional cost. Charging mobile devices is easier than ever thanks to the cooled wireless charger and two USB ports in the front and two more USB ports in the second row. Opel also took care of the spacious luggage space, which now offers more than 460 liters, and when the rear seats are lowered, it increases to 1600 liters.

When it comes to the powertrain, the new Opel Frontera comes as a fully electric SUV, and there is also an optional version with a 48-volt hybrid system.

Source: Opel

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2025 Opel Frontera as an electric SUV
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2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 N eN1 Cup Car

Hyundai has officially unveiled its all-electric racing car, the Ioniq 5 N eN1 Cup Car, ushering in a new era of sustainable racing. The car shares most components with the standard model, but also brings a number of major improvements.

The car is built on Hyundai’s E-GMP platform, and is equipped with new extended wheel arches, a new front lip spoiler, a new rear wing, a bonnet made of FRP, polycarbonate windows, adjustable shock absorbers that can adjust the camber of the wheels and the height of the car, front brakes six-piston calipers and four-piston rear calipers. The racer is mounted on a set of specially developed 18-inch forged wheels wrapped in slick tires for maximum grip.

Safety enhancements include a multi-point welded roll cage, buckets, six-point seat belts, a high-voltage extinguishing system, a high-voltage warning indicator, an anti-fire system and a relocated charging port.

“We are incredibly proud to unveil the IONIQ 5 N eN1 Cup car, demonstrating our commitment to sustainable racing. This unique electric racing car demonstrates our cutting-edge technology and passion for pushing the boundaries of what EVs can achieve on the racetrack,” said Vice President and Head of N Brand & Motorsport, Till Wartenberg.

When it comes to the powertrain, the Ioniq 5 N eN1 Cup Car is powered by two electric motors, the front with 222 hp (166 kW) and the rear with 378 hp (282 kW). It is equipped with an 800-volt architecture and an 84 kWh battery that can be charged from 10 to 80 percent in just 18 minutes thanks to a 350 kW charger. The standard model’s N Green Boost, N e-Shift and N Active Sound are retained, but teams will also be able to create their own sounds for the electric car.

Source: Hyundai

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XPeng G9 and P7 now available in Germany

Another Chinese car manufacturer, XPeng, has arrived on the European market with its two new electric models, the XPeng G9 SUV and the XPeng P7 sedan. This company was founded in 2014, and after Scandinavia and Germany, it plans to conquer other EU markets as well as Great Britain.

XPeng P7 will be offered in three versions: Long Range, Performance and Wing Edition. The standard version (Long Range) will be powered by an electric motor with 276 hp (203 kW), while the other two versions will be powered by two electric motors with a total power of 473 hp (348 kW). The Long Range version will be equipped with an 82.7 kWh battery that provides a range of 576 kilometers. The battery can be charged from 10 to 80 percent in 29 minutes. The Performance and Wing Edition versions will have a slightly shorter range (505 km), and when it comes to the price of the Long Range version, it will start at 49,600 euros.

XPeng G9 SUV will be offered in three versions: Standard Range, Long Range and Performance. The Standard Range version is powered by a single electric motor with 313 hp (230 kW). It is equipped with a 75.8 kWh battery that enables a range of 460 kilometers. The Long Range version has a larger 93.1 kWh battery and a range of 570 km. The most powerful version, Performance, is equipped with two electric motors with a total power of 551 hp (405 kW) and a range of 520 km. The 75.8 kWh battery can be charged from 10 to 80 percent in 20 minutes. The price of this model starts at 57,600 euros.

Source: XPeng