The new Opel Corsa Edition now available in South Africa
Quick Facts
- Price: From R289,900
- Engine: 1.2-litre-petrol
- Power: 55kW
Peugeot Citroen South Africa (PCSA) has announced that it will now be the distributor of Opel vehicles from the 2nd of January and with that, they have revealed the new Opel Corsa Edition. Six generations later and the new Opel Corsa now looks sleek and has shed some weight over the outgoing model.
In fact, compared to the outgoing model, the new Corsa lost up to 10 percent of weight, translating into a curb weight of 980 kilograms for this five-door model in its lightest form. It is about 108 kg less than the car it replaces, even though they are roughly the same size. The new Corsa is 4.06 meters long, with a boot capacity of 309 litres, an increase in the outgoing model of 10%.
Inside, the design of the cockpit features a driver-oriented instrument panel with a distinctly sporty, yet welcoming personality executed with German precision. The controls of the interior are laid out based on the principle of functional grouping and cognitive ergonomics.
The Opel Corsa still remains a compact car for navigating cities or suburban streets. And according to PCSA, It will be fully enjoyed by progressive young people, interested in the latest technology, and active social life.
The Edition is more direct and more dynamic – for more fun behind the wheel. This small car has a big car technology that offers superior connectivity.
Pricing
The new Corsa Edition will cost R289,900 and will be the first derivative launched this year, with further versions planned for the first quarter this year.
