Hot on the heels of the world premiere of the next-generation Astra hatchback in September, Opel has now unveiled the sleek estate model version, the all-new Astra Sports Tourer. It will be available here by next summer (2022 ). Prices, trims and standard equipment will be announced closer to launch.
The newcomer will be available with plug-in hybrid electric drives, making it the German carmaker's first electrified estate. The new Astra Sports Tourer also continues Opel's successful tradition of compact estates, which began almost 60 years ago with the Kadett Caravan, the first such car in this class from a German brand. In addition to electric drive, the new Astra Sports Tourer will be available with highly efficient petrol and diesel engines. Power ranges from 110hp to 130hp with the petrol and diesel variants and up to 225hp with the electric plug-in hybrid variants.
A six-speed gearbox is standard on the petrol and diesel power units, with an eight-speed automatic transmission (electrified on the plug-in hybrids ) optional on the more powerful engines. Despite the overall length being 60mm shorter than that of the previous model due to particularly short front overhang OPel claims that the vehicle remains more than roomy and comfortable for all passengers.
The boot provides up to more than 608 litres of storage space, with the rear seatbacks upright, and up to 1,634 litres when folded. When the 40:20:40-split rear seatbacks are folded down, the floor is completely flat. Even with their underfloor lithium-ion batteries, the plug-in hybrid variants still offer cargo volumes of 548 litres and 1,574 litres respectively.
Together with its five-door hatchback sibling, Opel says that the stylish new Astra Sports Tourer is a true design statement and Opel's first estate to bring to life the brand's bold and pure design philosophy in the form of the new Opel Vizor brand face. At the rear, the vertically aligned high-mounted brake lamp and the slim tail lamps create a strong lighting signature. The interior has taken a big step forward too. Opel says that the fully digital ‘Pure Panel’ offers customers a pure, intuitive experience. Operation is via an extra-wide touchscreen, just like a smartphone.
There is no need for cables either, since the new generation of multimedia infotainment and connectivity systems can be connected to wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto via compatible smartphones. The new Astra Sports Tourer also makes a clear statement with the technologies it brings to the market sector for compact estates. The latest version of the adaptive, glare-free Intelli-Lux LED® Pixel light system comes directly from the Opel flagships Insignia and Grandland, with 168 LED elements. Drivers receive additional support from optional state-of-the-art assistance systems such as the Intelli-HUD head-up display and Intelli-Drive 2.0. Hands-off detection on the steering wheel ensures that drivers remain engaged at all times.
