Opel launched more than 50 years ago what is still recognized today as one of the most legendary models of the lightning brand, the Opel Manta, which is now back in electric mode.
The Opel Manta GSe ElektroMOD will be the first electric car from the German brand and will combine the best of both worlds. Its linhas clássicas are joined by advanced technology for sustainable mobility with an eye on the environment.
Michael Lohscheller, President of the German brand underlines “The Manta GSe demonstrates, in a remarkable way, the enthusiasm with which we build cars at Opel. It combines Opel's tradition with the current commitment to emission-free mobility for a future ".
Within the GSe ElektroMOD, it is characterized by Opel's latest digital technology, which replaces classic round-shaped analog instrumentation. The dashboard and door linings are matt gray, a color that blends in perfectly with the other black and yellow neoclassical elements. The roof is lined with Alcantara, thus completing the distinctive ambience of the new Opel Manta GSe ElektroMOD.
Opel Manta GSe ElektroMOD reflects the fascination of transforming "classics" according to the RestoMods concept, using modern technologies and a new design. Opel takes the term MOD as a synonym for change, with technical and stylistic MODifications, as well as a sustainable and MODern lifestyle.
The engine hidden under the mystical black hood of 1970s Opel sports cars was replaced by a 108 kW (147 hp) 255 Nm lithium-ion battery. to recover energy during braking. The box has remained the same as the original four-proportions manual.
The phrases "I am on an electronic zero mission" and "My German heart has been ELEKTRIFIED" written on the front LED display, where also the silhouette of a blanket appears to slide over the glazed surface.
As of yet, the release date and prices for this "classic sports car" on the European market are still unknown.
