Opel Corsa ecoFLEX Boasts 3.7 liter/100 km and 98g/km CO2

2010 Opel Corsa ecoFLEX

Set to be launched in January

By Michael Gauthier
October 30, 2009 8:02 PM
Filed Under: Diesel, German, Opel

Opel has released new details about the upcoming 2010 Corsa ecoFLEX.

Power comes from a 1.3-liter CDTI turbo-diesel engine that produces 70 kW (95 hp) and 190 Nm of torque. Backed up by a revised five-speed transmission (it features a longer gear ratio), the Corsa accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 12.3 seconds before topping out at 177 km/h (110 mph).

Thanks to the advanced engine and transmission, the car averages 3.7L/100km (63.6 mpg) and emits 98 g/km of CO2 (99 g/km for the five-door). This effectively means the Corsa ecoFLEX boasts 28% more power than the previous generation, while fuel consumption and CO2 emissions are reduced by 10%. Despite sounding impressive, the VW Polo BlueMotion is still a tad more efficient as it consumes 3.3L/100km (71.3 mpg) and emits 87 g/km of CO2.

Set to be launched in January, the ecoFLEX also features a 20mm reduction in ride height, a diesel particulate filter, and aerodynamically-optimized 14-inch steel wheels (15-inch wheels are optional) outfitted with low roll-resistance tires.

Source: Opel

Press Release (Click to expand)

New Opel Corsa ecoFLEX with only 3.7 liter/100 km and 98g/km CO2

95 hp and 190 Nm of torque add driving dynamics
Three- and five-door models seat five and yet emit less than 100g/km CO2
Diesel Particulate Filter is standard

Rüsselsheim. Starting January 2010, the new Opel Corsa ecoFLEX is more respectful of the environment and fun to drive than ever. It is powered by a sophisticated, 70 kW/95 hp 1.3 CDTI diesel engine boosted by a turbo with a variable geometry. It is packed with 28 percent more power than the previous generation Corsa ecoFLEX even though fuel consumption and CO2 emissions are slashed by some 10 percent - yet the price is the same as the standard 90 hp Corsa 1.3 CDTI.

The new Corsa ecoFLEX illustrates Opel's philosophy of developing ecologically responsible cars that are still fun to drive. With its 190 Nm of torque available between 1750 and 3250 rpm, this Corsa ecoFLEX needs only 3.7 l/100 km, releasing just 98 g/km CO2 as a three-door. The five-door Corsa emits 99 g/km.

Both versions are equipped with a standard Diesel Particulate Filter which dramatically reduces the emissions that are the most detrimental to health. With this Corsa ecoFLEX, fleet and private drivers in many European countries may benefit from special eco tax advantages without polluting the air with diesel particulates.

Also, the new Corsa ecoFLEX can be ordered with a variety of equipment variants. This means that customers have the choice of which trim and equipment they would like in their car, from the starter level up to optimized Cosmo variant.

The engine of the new Corsa ecoFLEX combines two strengths: low CO2 and high performance. Opel engineers achieved this by using a turbo with variable turbine geometry, which significantly improves the engine's performance. To support the higher turbo pressure, engineers slightly reduced the compression ratio from 18 to 16.8: 1. Opel engineers optimized the calibration on the engine; they greatly increased low-end torque and the peak power, making a new transmission set-up possible: A longer transmission gear ratio was selected for the five-speed unit. The new 95 hp has a top speed of 177 km/h and needs only 12.3 seconds to reach 100 km/h from a standstill. This ‘'wide ratio, eco-friendly ‘' gear set work together to lower CO2 values below 100g.

Aerodynamics has been improved by lowering the car by 20 mm and optimizing the air flows via the air intakes. Wheels are fitted with newly designed, more efficient wheel caps. The Corsa ecoFLEX is equipped with special, 175/70 tires that are roll-resistance-optimized and fitted to lighter, flow formed , 14" steel wheels - 15" wheels are optional.