Press Release
Interior and Equipment
Opel Mid-Size Range: Sets Standard for Space and Comfort
- Ample space for passengers, luggage, sports equipment, etc.
- Station wagon’s spaciousness unrivalled in its class
- Signum offers plenty of space and unique versatility
- Four equipment lines, many practical extras
- State-of-the-art communication via Bluetooth cellular phone
The Vectra sedans and, to an even greater extent the station wagon, set new standards when it comes to providing generous space for passengers and luggage or other cargo. The all-rounder Signum also makes its mark, offering flexible interior space that can accommodate even unwieldy sports and leisure equipment. Clever packaging - the efficient use of a car’s space – has long been a particular strength of Opel designers and engineers. Opel “space miracles� like the Meriva and Zafira or the station wagon models are just a few examples of this. But just as important for on-board comfort is a car’s equipment. To this end, Opel has designed four equipment lines with clearly differentiated characteristics for the new generations of the Vectra and Signum. Additionally, there are a wide range of extras, including the innovative dual-zone electronic climate control, an electrically adjustable driver’s seat with Memory Function, the practical Quickheat heating system, as well as the innovative and versatile cellular phone console with Bluetooth interface and voice control.
A single glance at the interior space dimensions makes it clear that the Vectra notchback and hatchback sedans (length/width including exterior mirrors/height:
4611/2036/1460 millimeters) offer more space than mid-size class cars usually do, not least thanks to their long wheelbase of 2700 mm. The rear headroom (985 mm) and legroom (928 mm) are among the best in this segment. All Vectra variants and the Signum also offer plenty of space in the front seats, with a width of 1415 mm in the shoulder area.
Comfortable entry and exit
To make the large interior space of the mid-size segment models easily accessible, Opel engineers gave a great deal of thought to the process of getting into the car. The front door sill is comfortably low, and the wide door opening makes it easy to get into the car and sit down without uncomfortable twisting and turning. The rear door apertures are also large, simplifying entry into the car without any danger of bumping one’s head against the C-pillar.
There is not only generous space for passengers - both Vectra sedans also have space above the class-average for luggage and other cargo. The easily accessible trunk also offers ample stowage space with its capacity of 500 liters (VDA standard). With the rear bench seat folded down, the four-door sedan offers up to 1050 liters and the five-door Vectra has a maximum load area capacity of 1360 liters. The rear bench seat back can be easily folded forward in a standard 60:40 split without requiring removal of the three headrests.
Station wagon features load area capacity of up to 1850 liters
With its ample and versatile space, the Vectra station wagon is the result of Opel designers’ unique experience and expertise spanning 50 years of trendsetting cars. Because of its long wheelbase of 2.83 meters (130 mm more than the sedan’s) and its total length of 4.84 meters, the “space miracle� among the Vectra models not only offers a great deal of space for the driver and passengers, it also boasts the largest trunk in its station wagon segment (VDA: 530 – 1850 liters). For the first time in this class, the trunk can be separated into different sections, thanks to the optional FlexOrganizer system. This organizes the cargo and prevents it from moving around or being damaged during the journey.
The Vectra station wagon also sets standards in maximum load area length: over two meters up to the front seats, and up to three meters when the front passenger seat back is folded down. The back of the rear bench seat features an integrated load-through hatch and can be folded in a 1/3 – 2/3 split, without requiring the removal of the headrests. The tailgate opens wide (optional with remote control, powered by an electric motor), which is a great advantage when loading and unloading. The standing space beneath the open tailgate is 1.90 meters. Another convenient, easy-to-use feature is the swiveling tow hitch.
Even the Signum’s second-row seats are first class
The Signum offers a completely new and unique mid-size class vehicle concept, providing maximum individual flexibility coupled with outstanding packaging and proportions. With its length of 4651 millimeters, it is only 40 mm longer than the Vectra sedan, but its 2830 mm wheelbase (the same as the station wagon) exceeds that of the Vectra sedan by a full 130 mm, with a correspondingly short rear overhang. Rear passengers in particular benefit from this longer distance between the axles, as it offers them more space and lots of flexible possibilities for storage, work and entertainment. With the clever FlexSpace concept, each outer rear seat slides 130 mm to provide maximum legroom or more luggage space. This flexibility was only customary with the front seats in the past. And, like the front seats, the back seats can also be steplessly reclined by up to 30°, ranging from an upright position to an especially comfortable reclined position. Maximum legroom is 985 mm, more than in any other mid-size class car.
Comfortable seats with good visibility
The rear seat system has even more to offer: Opel engineers designed the middle seat with maximum versatility, so that it can be transformed into a work or storage surface. Additionally, the seat back can be folded forward to create a center arm rest. All three rear seats can be folded forward to form a completely level cargo area. In this configuration, the available space for luggage or sports equipment is 1410 liters. Otherwise, cargo space is up to 550 liters, depending on the position of the rear seat backs. The Vectra’s rear seats also have a special feature to ensure good visibility and a comfortable ride: passengers sit in a slightly raised position, offering them an excellent forward view. The higher seating position also provides an especially comfortable leg angle.
The front seats of both the Signum and Vectra also meet the highest standards. The driver’s seat is height-adjustable as standard and, in combination with the steering wheel, which is height and reach-adjustable, enables drivers to find the ideal seating position. The optional, climate-controlled 18-way MultiContour driver’s seat offers even greater versatility and is orthopedically recommended. With a number of additional adjustment possibilities, this seat can be precisely adjusted to suit the driver’s individual needs.
The MultiContour seat includes a lumbar support that is adjustable vertically and horizontally as well as a seat cushion extension that provides a longer support area for the thighs. Seat heating and ventilation ensure comfortable seating in all temperatures.
High-quality audio enjoyment
In addition to the comfortable seats, a number of especially user-friendly infotainment systems with intuitive operation and first-class sound quality also contribute to a pleasant ride on board the Vectra and Signum.
Five system combinations are available:
- Stereo CD-radio CD 30 MP3
- CDC 40 Opera with integrated 6 x CD changer and dual tuner
- CD 50 Phone with integrated telephone
- CD 70 Navi with integrated navigation system including dynamic route guidance and graphic Info display
- DVD 90 Navi with integrated DVD navigation system and Color Info Display
With this extraordinarily powerful system – a stereo CD-radio combined with a navigation system that includes a digital travel guide, map and navigation software for 21 European countries on DVD-ROM – there is no need to change the CD during trips abroad. All infotainment systems can also be combined with a “Twin Audio� system, which offers independent audio enjoyment for the rear seat passengers: while the front passengers are listening to the radio, the rear system can be switched to CD – and vice versa.
All Opel mid-size class models feature a display screen in combination with an infotainment system. This so-called Board Info Display is positioned in the top of the instrument panel where it is easy to read and shows time, date, outside temperature and audio system settings as well as onboard computer data. The monitor is also available as a Graphic Info Display or with a color screen (Color Info Display) as an option (standard from CDC 40 Opera and in combination with electronic climate control).
