Opel


Opel, like many other car makers, is about to go through a bit of an SUV revolution, with two new models arriving in 2017 called the Crossland X and Grandland X, and the company has plenty more coming. Of course, its bread-and-butter Corsa, Astra and Insignia cars need no introduction, though the latter will be replaced by an even more upmarket vehicle later in 2017.


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OUR PICK OF THE RANGE Astra SC 1.6 CDTi


Opel Astra


The Opel Astra has always been a strong seller in Ireland, and this current seventh generation model is by far the company’s best yet. It is now some 200kg lighter than its predecessor and even though the new Astra is a little smaller on the outside it gains room inside. It is available in both fi ve-door hatchback and estate forms, the latter called the Astra Sports Tourer. A good choice of


OUR PICK OF THE RANGE Adam Rocks 1.0


engines, comprising of 1.0- and 1.4-litre petrol units in various power outputs and two 1.6-litre diesel units, means that there is an Astra to suit most buyers’ needs. Where the Astra excels the most is its ride quality, which is now one of the very best in the whole segment. Along with its well-judged suspension the steering feels precise allowing you to place the car on the road easily.


OUR PICK OF THE RANGE Corsa fi ve-door SC 1.4 ecoFLEX


Opel Adam


The curiously named Opel Adam is the German car maker’s attempt to rival the coolness of the Fiat 500 and customisation off ered by MINI. While the compact design of the Adam might off er visual appeal, inside, the 170-litre boot capacity and rear seats that provide so little room, they’re almost useless, reveal the limitations. Just as exasperating are the long doors that make access in tight car park spaces a test in body contortion. The regular model suff ers from a bouncy ride, although if you opt for the more ruggedly styled Adam Rocks, you gain a diff erent suspension setup that is more compliant. If you like your small cars to be fast, the Adam S packs a turbocharged 1.4-litre petrol engine that generates 150hp. That engine has a strong mid-range power band too. One slight downside of this car’s combination of larger wheels and stiff suspension is that, on poorer roads, it leads to an uncomfortable ride. Opel lists many style packs and colour combinations for the Adam, all of which have cheesy names.


Opel Corsa


Small cars these days need to stand out to catch buyers’ attention, and the Opel Corsa does style in a refi ned, somewhat mature sense. Both the sculpted bonnet and taut lines help give it a more upmarket look on both its three- and fi ve-door designs. It’s the latter that is far more popular with buyers for obvious practical reasons. A mixture of 1.0- and 1.4-litre petrol engines suits the Corsa well, but the 1.3-litre diesel is both remarkably frugal and surprisingly refi ned to drive. It has similar levels of refi nement to what you would expect to fi nd in cars a segment above, although it can quickly turn into a pricey car depending on what specifi cation grade you choose.


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