Opel Combo Start Compact Van Debuts with Electric, Diesel, Petrol, and Future Hybrid Options
Opel will launch the new Combo Start light commercial vehicle this autumn, featuring a flexible cabin design and a choice of battery-electric, diesel, petrol, and upcoming 48V hybrid powertrains.
- up to 270 km
- up to 4.4 m3
- up to 1 tonne
What Happened
Opel announced the new Combo Start compact van, designed for professional customers seeking practicality and affordability. The vehicle stands out with a robust front design, a redesigned cockpit, and flexible interior solutions such as the Flexiseat that folds upward to add 0.5 m3 of load space. Available in two lengths, it offers up to 4.4 m3 of cargo volume and up to one tonne of payload.
Opel Combo Start goes on sale
48V hybrid variant added to the lineup
- Flexiseat: Modular front passenger seat that folds for extra cargo space
- Modutable: Folding table on passenger side for mobile office use
- Dashbox: Additional storage compartments on top of dashboard
- Drive Drawer: Under-seat storage drawer
- Moduconsole: Removable centre console with cupholder and storage
- Moduwork: Optional third seat that converts to a load-through for long items
up to 270 kmkm
WLTP cycle, with a 42 kWh usable battery
Why this matters
The Combo Start expands Opel's commercial vehicle lineup with an affordable entry-level option that emphasizes practical features like a foldable passenger seat and modular storage, while offering a range of powertrains to suit different business needs.
Terms in This Story
- Light commercial vehicle (LCV)
- A vehicle used for commercial purposes, typically vans or trucks, with a gross vehicle weight rating up to 3.5 tonnes.
- WLTP
- Worldwide Harmonized Light Vehicles Test Procedure, a global standard for measuring fuel consumption and emissions.
- 48V hybrid
- A mild hybrid system using a 48-volt electrical system to improve fuel efficiency and reduce emissions.
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