Holden is the only autochthonous firm Australia. This situation continued until General Motors got hold of her and removed her DNA. To do this, instead of maintaining his creative and engineering centers, he dedicated himself to marketing models from his other firms in this region of the world. In this way, years later he is experiencing a curious situation. It is neither more nor less than the commercialization of Holden Astra RS Black Edition.
Due to its name, we are facing the latest generation of the German compact, with genes from its previous parent. In Australia, Holden markets the hatchback as its own Opel, although it will soon go down in history. We know this, because the new matrix of the lightning brand already announced some time ago that it would no longer sell in the southern country. Therefore, when the next Astra becomes 100 percent of the PSA Group, Holden will lose another model in its range.
Holden and Opel, without General Motors, will soon separate their paths
El Holden Astra RS Black Edition It reaches the range of the Bavarian-Australian compact to complete it. It does so in the form of a limited edition, as it will only be available until the next September 30. However instead of adopting the latest cosmetic changes that the Opel Astra has suffered, remains as we knew it. In this way, they distance themselves from the model on which it is based, since General Motors no longer has control over the modifications that the PSA Group has applied to it.
The improvements that the Holden model receives are limited to certain trimmings and accessories. So, premiere alloy wheels 17 inch, shells for mirrors, front grill and stickers in black. The roof is also available in this color, in contrast to the only three tones with which its bodywork can be dressed: Absolute Red, Summit White and Nitrate Silver.
La mechanics that inhabits its engine compartment is gasoline. It corresponds to Turbo 1.6 with 200 hp and 300 Nm of maximum torque associated with a 6-speed automatic transmission. Regarding the standard endowment, it includes elements such as infotainment system with 7.0-inch touch screen and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, DAB + Digital Radio. In terms of security, there will be no lack of autonomous emergency braking system with forward collision warning, lane departure warning and lane keeping assist.
With all Holden Astra RS Black Edition It is the swan song for the brand's range of passenger cars. The Australian subsidiary of General Motors announced some time ago that Astra hatchback, sedan y wagon would abandon their market due to lack of sales and the spin-off of Opel of your matrix. We will have to see what happens with the brand, as it seems doomed to total disappearance.
Source – Holden
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