Opel Grandland 2024: the high-end SUV goes electric, offering up to 700 km of range

Opel, the lightning-bolt brand within the Stellantis group, presents the new generation of the Opel Grandland SUV. A model offering three mechanical options, all electrified thanks to Stellantis’s new STLA Medium platform, which had previously been unveiled only on the Peugeot 3008. This update gives it a slightly larger size than the previous version (about 17 cm more), a more elegant design and new engines offering solutions for every taste.

Design fused with technology

This Opel model has adopted several features from the brand’s concept car, the Opel Experimental. But at first glance at its exterior, you can see the new 3D Vizor with the iconic illuminated Blitz logo and the Intelli-Lux Pixel HD lighting system with more than 50,000 individual elements; every detail has been meticulously designed to deliver an exceptional and distinctive visual experience.

Thanks to the native BEV STLA Medium platform of the Stellantis group and the new flat battery design, which offers an impressive 98 kWh capacity, the Grandland Electric can travel up to 700 kilometres with zero local emissions, according to WLTP. This advance also means shorter stops at charging stations, with an 80% charge in just 26 minutes at a public fast-charging station.

The new generation of the Opel Grandland also grows in size, gaining a more imposing road presence with 173 mm more length, 19 mm more height and 64 mm more width compared with its predecessor. These dimensions, with an overall length of 4.65 m, a width of 1.90 m and a height of 1.66 m, are complemented by alloy wheels of up to 20 inches to enhance its appearance and driving comfort.

Three types of powertrains

The Grandland offers a range of drivetrain options, including plug-in hybrid models and 48-volt mild-hybrid technology. A 100% electric version with up to 700 km of range, a plug-in hybrid with 85 km in 100% electric mode, and a mild-hybrid with a 3-cylinder petrol engine producing 136 CV.

As we have already mentioned, the Grandland is the first Opel to benefit from the Stellantis Group’s native STLA Medium platform. Thanks to this new architecture, it can feature a new flat battery pack with up to 98 kWh, the next-generation electric motor and energy-saving features such as the heat pump.

A more spacious interior

The interior of the new Opel Grandland offers a unique experience and quite a spacious environment, with a 16-inch central screen and a raised centre console that add a sporty touch. It also features wireless connectivity for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus ChatGPT functions. Technical details such as the 10-inch digital instrument cluster and the Intelli-HUD head-up display keep the driver focused on the road, while Pure mode reduces distractions when driving at night or in the rain.

It features side air vents integrated into the doors and a design split into two surface finishes to highlight the overall style. The ergonomic seats with AGR certification (“Campaign for Healthy Backs”) are among the most comfortable in the segment; they have electric adjustments for a personalised fit and ventilation and massage functions for the driver. The innovative Intelli-Seat function relieves pressure on the coccyx, while rear passengers enjoy extra legroom. It has a wireless charger for smartphones and more than 35 litres of interior storage space among the cup holders and storage compartments.

Probably the safest Opel to date

It comes equipped with a wide range of advanced driver assistance systems, including Automatic Cruise Control, Extended Traffic Sign Recognition and the Emergency Braking System. But what really stands out is the innovative Intelli-Drive 2.0 system, a suite of technologies that includes a semi-automatic lane-change assistant and a recommended speed adaptation function. The latter allows the vehicle to automatically steer towards the desired lane and adjust its speed to the limits detected on the road. In addition, the system uses sensors and wireless network data to provide an even safer and more advanced driving experience.