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Opel Mokka GSE arrives in Ireland

The first units of the new Opel Mokka GSE 281hp have arrived in Ireland. The most powerful electric road car ever produced by Opel, and winner of a Golden Steering Wheel 2025, the Mokka GSE is inspired by the new

Tested: Opel Frontera Electric

Bulky, heavy and utilitarian are all suitable adjectives for the original Opel and Vauxhall Frontera of the ’90s. An off-roader that could be bought with a 2.3-litre turbo diesel engine and later on a 3.2-litre V6 petrol engine. How many

Tested: Opel Frontera

I’d love to have been a fly on the wall when they were marking out how the new Opel compact SUV – the Frontera – was designed and put together. Like every car, I’m sure it is a compromise of

Opel Combo Electric is 17-millionth vehicle produced at Stellantis Vigo

An Opel Combo Electric is the 17-millionth vehicle produced at Stellantis Vigo since it began operations in 1958.

Refreshed Opel Astra debuts

The new Opel Astra and Astra Sports Tourer made their public debut at this year’s Brussels Motor Show, set to arrive on Irish roads later this year.

New Opel Mokka GSE wins Golden Steering Wheel 2025

The new Opel Mokka GSE 281hp, the most powerful electric road car ever produced by Opel, has just won a Golden Steering Wheel 2025, crowned ‘Best Small Car’.

New Opel Frontera now on sale

The new Opel Frontera has arrived at Opel dealerships nationwide, with prices and equipment just announced by the brand. Armed with a five-year unlimited mileage warranty as standard for the Irish market, the new Frontera is available in three trims

John Linnane Motors does double at Opel Dealer of the Year Awards

John Linnane Motors, main Opel dealer in Wicklow, has been crowned the overall winner of the coveted Opel Dealer of the Year 2025 award.

Opel Mokka Electric now with more range and style

Opel Ireland has introduced a longer-range version of its Mokka Electric, joining the popular petrol and hybrid models already available here. Retailing from €30,227 inclusive of SEAI grant and VRT rebate for the Mokka Electric SC model, the compact SUV

Tested: Opel Grandland Electric

I think it is fair to say that the first-generation Opel Grandland (known as the Grandland X) was a pretty nondescript crossover SUV. And even though it only launched back in 2017, the Grandland X has not aged all that