Opel Astra
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Talk of a Buick version of the Opel Astra GTC turbo hatchback has largely died down since reaching a peak earlier this year, but these images shot on I-96 in Michigan just moments ago may revive the idea of the sporty Buick hatchback. The Opel Astra GTC, as sold in Europe, is powered by a 180-horsepower turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder. Given GM's line of turbo engines in the U.S., including the 2.0-liter turbo in the Regal GS, there's a chance the GTC could be even more potent here, with up to 255 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque. The Opel Astra GTC uses the familiar-to-Buick...
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Opel Astra GTC Revealed, U.S. Launch Still UndecidedGM’s European division Opel has revealed its all new Astra GTC three-door sports hatch ahead of the car’s official world debut this September at the 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show, and as we reported early last month this car could potentially be on sale in the U.S. badged as a Buick. In...
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Sporty Opel Astra GTC Hatchback Heading To U.S. As A Buick? Convertible Too?
General Motors Company's [NYSE:GM] European division Opel is scheduled to debut its new Astra GTC at this September’s 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show, but one day we could see the sporty three-door hatchback on sale in the U.S. wearing Buick badges. This isn’t your average Astra like the one...
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2011 Opel Astra Sports Tourer Wagon Revealed
The latest generation Opel Astra made its debut in Europe back in May of 2009 and ever since its release there have been hopes that the car could eventually make its way to the United States as a Saturn or even a Buick. While the Saturn route is no longer possible given the demise of the brand, the...
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Opel Releases Full Details For All-New Astra
After months of previews, teasers and small official photos, the 2010 Opel (Vauxhall) Astra has finally been let out of the bag. The hatch has been revealed in high-res photos and a few key details, though full official information is still waiting in the wings. The new Astra is crucial for Opel as...
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GM Developing Opel (Saturn) Astra Hybrid
Engineers at General Motors Company [NYSE:GM] are working on a new hybrid drivetrain they plan to install in the next-generation Opel Astra (current model pictured), scheduled to hit the streets in 2010. GM is working on its new E-Flex plug-in technology but is also planning to launch a new range...
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Opel has unveiled the new Astra OPC Nürburgring Edition, a unique version of the three-door Astra that emphasizes the brand’s history at the famous German circuit. Opel’s production cars are extensively tested during their development stage on the ‘Ring, and back in 2005 Manuel Reuter first demonstrated the performance of the Astra OPC when he set a new class record. The limited edition Astra comes with a special white paint scheme, a larger rear spoiler and checkered flag decals plus lightweight wheels and carbon-look side mirror caps. The interior features full...
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GM Confirms 2008 Saturn Astra
The recently launched Opel Astra will make its way stateside as the Saturn Astra, GM has confirmed. In a move that surprised no-one, GM said the hatchback would officially unveiled at the Chicago Auto Show in February. The Saturn Astra will be nearly identical to the 2007.5 Opel Astra, unveiled...
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New Opel Astra Sedan Rolls In
The final variation of the popular Opel Astra has been unveiled ahead of its official debut at next month’s Istanbul Motor Show. Sales of the new Astra sedan are likely to follow soon after in early 2007, and may even reach the US and Canada where it will be sold wearing Saturn badges as part...
Kenneth Hall
