Recently Stellantis presented its new plan to be the leader in the industrial market in Europe. The Pro One strategy thus gives a twist to its current range of commercial vehicles by giving them new designs, technology and endless new equipment. And hence, every few days their respective brands are launching the new products that are included in this ambitious plan. The new Opel Vivaro He is one of them and he does not arrive alone.
If you remember a little, you will remember that not long ago we told you about the renewed Opel Combo. Well now it's time to update the Vivaro as a medium model in the industrial family of the house of lightning. As you already know, the evolution that we bring you is not radical nor does it imply a change of generation. However, the changes are enough to understand that there is "chicha" to tell. For example, that a hydrogen version will arrive soon.
The renewed Opel Vivaro, like the Combo, debuts the Vizor front of the brand's latest models...
As soon as we see the renewed Opel Vivaro we are aware that here The brand has also adapted the Vizor front that is already available in other models of the saga. But unlike the Combo, the optics vary the LED daytime running light but not, in itself, their exterior format. The grill becomes faired and joined with a shiny black plastic piece that houses the brand logo in its center. But there is much more…
For its part, the bumper also changes with new air inlets and decorative appliqués. But there are details in this evolution that will surely displease those looking for the best lighting. The Intelli-Lux LED Matrix optics of the Combo are not here nor are they expected Well, as an option, they are simply LED. If we go to the side view, the changes focus on the alloy wheels with new designs and renewed tones to dress up its bodywork.
As usual Opel's Vivaro will continue to offer a wide range of versions. Thus, the closed and passenger body is joined by the cab chassis so that professionals who need it can reframe it as a cold vehicle or pick-up. Finally, at the rear the changes are minor, if not null. The reason is that the logo and the name of the brand and model remain in place and the bumpers also receive modification...
Behind closed doors, the renewed Vivaro does add new selling points. So, now add with two 10-inch screens, one for the digital instrument panel and another for the touch center. On the other hand, there is a new infotainmet system with Snapdragon technology and the new Dynamic Surround Vision security system. There is also no shortage of aids such as forward collision warning with emergency braking or intelligent cruise control.
An electric Hydrogen version with up to 400 kilometers of autonomy will arrive very soon...
As you may have discovered, we are facing a profound restyling. However, the Opel Vivaro remains at a high level and the reason is that its EMP2 platform offers great versatility. So, the electric powertrain remains with 100 kW (136 HP) and 260 Nm of torque Powered by two batteries, one of 50 kWh and another of 75 kWh. In this way it reaches 350 kilometers of range with one charge of its battery. There will also be no shortage of diesel and gasoline versions...
In these cases the powers will range between 88 kW (120 HP) and 130 kW (177 HP). But back to electric Your battery can be charged in three different ways. Through the 7,4 kW on-board charger, the 11 kW charger that is optional or 100 kW of power from a direct current outlet. But the big news is not the electric one but that a new one will soon arrive in the range. hydrogen powered electric version which will make you more attractive.
According to official press release published by the brand…
«For those who want to drive with zero local emissions and refuel even faster, Opel will in the future offer the Vivaro HYDROGEN, more developed. The fuel cell vehicle has a autonomy of more than 400 kilometers (WLTP) and can be refueled with hydrogen in just a few minutes»
For now there is not much technical data on the matter but it should not take long to publish this information. From time to time, because Stellantis' offensive is firm and it seems that Hydrogen is the best for transporting goods and people…
Source - Opel
More information about this model
- Plazas 2 - 9
- Power 100 - 150 hp
- Consumer goods 6 - 6,2l/100km
- Assessment 3,6