With the new Opel Ampera-e, the biggest problem facing electric cars – the limited range – is becoming a thing of the past. This car can cover 400 km without charging the battery, outperforming other cars in this segment by more than 25%. Opel officially unveiled the new car on October 1 at the Paris Motor Show and will begin production of this model in 2017.

The new Ampera-e is designed for everyday use. Its low price and comfort make it the ideal car for a wide range of customers who can easily load the whole family into the car and head out into city traffic or on a road trip. The driving range of electric cars is influenced by factors such as the road surface, the driving style of the driver or the load on the car, the Opel Ampera-e will easily exceed 300 km in normal traffic.

Interior

The new Opel Ampera-e provides ample space for five passengers and their luggage, thanks to the practical underfloor battery storage spatially adapted to the shape of the car. As a result, the battery pack does not take up any space for the crew or luggage. The boot space of the new car is 381 litres, which is more than other cars in the electric vehicle segment offer.

Connectivity

Opel Ampera-e: The Range ChampionAmpera-e is equipped with the Opel OnStar telematics system, which offers various assistance services as well as the creation of a Wi-Fi hotspot for up to seven devices. The car also has an infotainment device called Intellilink, which allows you to connect the car to your smartphones and enjoy, for example, a list of your favorite music on your phone.

Specifications of Opel Ampera-e

The battery pack of the new Opel Ampera-e is composed of 288 lithium-ion cells with a total capacity of 60 kWh. The car has a dynamic acceleration that puts the car on par with sports cars, thanks to the 360 Nm of torque available after the first turn of the car’s wheels. From 0 to 50 km/h in 3.2 seconds; 80 to 120 km/h in 4.5 seconds. Top speed is limited to 150 km/h to ensure the longest possible range. The power output of the traction electric motor is 150 kW/204 hp.

Another interesting feature is the system that allows the car’s batteries to be recharged while driving, thanks to a choice of driving modes. In the “Drive” mode, the driver releases the accelerator pedal and the car continues inertia, during which the car recharges the energy back into the batteries. The “Low” mode increases the braking effect of the engine and with it the rate at which the batteries are recharged, while the “Regen on Demand” mode is set to maximum recovery. The driver selects between the modes using the “paddles” on the back of the steering wheel.

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