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Performance
The Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh Long Range has a maximum power of 115 kW (156 hp / 154 bhp) and a total torque of 260 Nm (192 lb-ft). It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) in 8.1 seconds and reaches a top speed of 150 km/h (93 mph).
Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh Long Range
Battery, Range, and Charging
The battery has a gross capacity of 51.0 kWh and a net usable capacity of 48.1 kWh, with a 2.9 kWh buffer (5.7%) for battery protection. With a nominal voltage of 377 volts, the system is classified as a 400-volt battery system.
The lithium-ion battery uses NMC (nickel manganese cobalt) chemistry.
According to the WLTP (Worldwide Harmonized Light Vehicles Test Procedure) standard, the vehicle's range is 405 km (252 miles), with an energy consumption rate of 11.9 kWh/100 km (5.2 mi/kWh).
For more details about the range, see real-world data and range listings on this model’s range and consumption page.
The vehicle supports fast DC charging with a maximum power of 100 kW. A 0–100% charge takes approximately 77 minutes. A typical 10–80% session takes about 28 minutes at an average power of 71 kW.
With five minutes of overhead per stop, the optimal charging window is 4–59%. Effective average power, including overhead, is 64 kW over a session lasting about 25 minutes and 44 seconds.
Onboard Charger
The standard onboard charger supports AC charging at up to 7.4 kW. A full 0–100% charge takes about 6 hours and 30 minutes with a suitable home charging setup.
An optional 11 kW onboard charger reduces the full charge time to approximately 4 hours and 22 minutes.
Charge Port
The charge port is on the left rear side. This position suits charging bays where the vehicle reverses toward the charging point.
Connector types vary by market: this model uses CCS Combo 1 in North America and CCS Combo 2 in Europe. For complete specifications for all markets, refer to the full specifications.
Bidirectional Charging
This model supports V2L (Vehicle to Load), allowing you to power electrical equipment requiring up to 3.6 kW of power, and even charge other electric vehicles.
Drivetrain
The Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh Long Range has a front-wheel drive system supported by one motor on the front axle.
Suspension
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The Standard suspension has a fixed height and damping characteristics.
Ground clearance with this setup is 119 mm.
Drive Modes
The Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh Long Range lets the user select different drive modes that affect the car's handling.
The driver can choose between 3 modes:
- Eco: Light steering effort and comfort-oriented throttle response.
- Normal: Balanced steering and throttle.
- Sport: Dynamic steering and throttle.
Brakes
The Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh Long Range uses disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear. Rear drum brakes require little maintenance and pair well with regenerative braking, which handles most deceleration.
Regenerative Braking
Regenerative braking works in two ways: through one-pedal driving, or through the brake pedal using blended braking while coasting.
However, it is not considered full one-pedal driving since, at low speeds, the vehicle will keep rolling until it comes to a stop by itself.Drivers can also adjust the regenerative braking strength when lifting off the accelerator, choosing between two levels.
Exterior
The Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh Long Range, with dimensions of 4061 mm in length, 1765 mm in width, and 1435 mm in height, falls into the B-segment, also known as superminis.
The Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh Long Range is available in 6 paint colors, including both solid and metallic options.
The Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh Long Range offers multiple wheel options in different sizes. The available tire and wheel combinations include:
- 195/55 tires on 16" rims
- 205/45 tires on 17" rims
Narrower wheels reduce energy consumption and can increase range, while wider wheels can improve traction and handling.
The car has four regular doors and a liftgate.
The power liftgate includes hands-free opening by foot gesture as standard.
There is only one roof option for this model.
A conventional roof is standard.
Privacy glass from the B-pillar rearward is optional. It reduces glare and solar heat.
Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh Long Range
Interior
There is one seat type you can select in different materials.
Seats
The Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh Long Range accommodates five passengers with two front seats and a three-seat bench in the rear.
First Row Seats
The Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh Long Range offers a single type of front seat.
The standard seat offers:
- Fore-and-aft adjustment (manually adjustable, electrically adjustable as an option)
- Recline adjustment (manually adjustable, electrically adjustable as an option)
- Height adjustment (manually adjustable, electrically adjustable as an option)
- Height adjustable headrest
- Heating (optional)
- Adjustable lumbar support (electrically adjustable as an option)
- Massage (optional)
- ISOFIX (standard for passenger seat)
Available in:
- Black fabric upholstery
- Black leatherette upholstery
- Gray Nappa leather upholstering
- Black Nappa leather upholstering
Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh Long Range
Second-Row Seats
The second row features a standard three-seat bench with a 60:40 split, allowing each section to fold separately to increase cargo space.
Additional second-row features include:
- Height adjustable headrest
- ISOFIX (standard for outer seats)
Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh Long Range
Interior Storage
The Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh Long Range has the following interior storage:
- Glove Compartment: Located in the dashboard in front of the passenger.
- Center Console: A storage compartment is located beneath the front center armrest.
- Door Pockets: The front and rear doors include integrated storage pockets.
Interior Lighting
The Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh Long Range offers several interior lighting options.
- White Roof Reading Light: White reading lights are mounted in the roof area.
Climate System
There is one climate system available:
- 1-zone climate system: Controls a single zone for the whole cabin.
A standard heat pump reduces heating energy use in cold weather.
User Interface and Control
The control interface of the Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh Long Range combines physical buttons, steering column stalks, and touchscreen displays.
This model features a dual-screen layout, separating key driver information from infotainment and vehicle controls for a more structured user experience.
Key screen details:
- Driver Information Display: The 7.0-inch screen is integrated into the dashboard behind the steering wheel. It provides essential driving data such as speed, range, and navigation prompts.
- Center Dashboard Touchscreen: The 10.0-inch touchscreen is located at the center of the dashboard. It serves as the main interface for infotainment, navigation, and vehicle settings.
A standard head-up display projects key driving information—such as speed and navigation cues—onto the windshield.
Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh Long Range
Steering Wheel
The Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh Long Range is equipped with a single type of steering wheel:
The steering wheel adjusts for tilt and reach. The adjustment is manual.
Design: Circular flat-bottom
Controls: Physical buttons, Scroll wheels
Heating: Available as an option
From the steering wheel you can control:
- Media Controls: Steering-wheel controls provide access to audio and media functions.
- Phone Controls: Buttons on the steering wheel allow you to answer, end, and manage phone calls.
- Voice Control: A button on the steering wheel activates the voice control system.
- Cruise Control: A stalk or button on the steering wheel allows you to set and adjust the cruise control speed.
Mirrors
Both the exterior and interior mirrors use conventional mirror technology to provide a clear view of the area behind the vehicle.
Voice control is standard.
Infotainment
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Navigation System
The built-in navigation system uses detailed maps and offers advanced route planning. It provides real-time traffic information to support an efficient and stress-free journey.
Phone Mirroring
The Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh Long Range supports Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, providing access to compatible phone apps such as Google Maps and Waze on the car's display.
Sound System
The Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh Long Range has one sound system option:
- Standard audio: Features six speakers.
The model includes USB-C connectivity as standard (total: 2).The model includes USB-A connectivity as standard (total: 1).
Mobile App
The Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh Long Range has a mobile app for Android and iOS to manage and monitor the vehicle remotely. Features:
- Locate Your Vehicle: Check the current location of your car.
- Preconditioning: Preheat or cool your car before you start your journey.
- Lock and unlock: Lock or unlock the doors remotely.
- Scheduled Charging: Set a charging schedule.
- Charge Target: Set the battery's target state of charge.
- Find your car: Sound the horn or flash the lights to locate the car.
- Route Planning: Plan your route and send it directly to your car's navigation system.
- Driving History: Review the details of your past trips.
Lights
The standard headlights use LED Matrix technology. LED Matrix splits the headlight beam into dozens of small rays that the controller can turn on and off individually to selectively dim areas ahead. Corner lights illuminate the side when turning.
The taillights use LED technology.
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Advanced Driver Assistance Systems
The Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh Long Range offers standard and optional advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS).
Efficiency Assist: A Standard feature that helps drivers anticipate driving conditions and conserve energy.
Safety Systems
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS): Standard on the Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh Long Range. It prevents the wheels from locking during braking.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC): Standard on the Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh Long Range. It improves stability during sudden maneuvers and on slippery roads.
Lane-Keeping Assist (LKA): Standard on the Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh Long Range. It applies steering corrections if the vehicle begins to leave its lane.
The Lane Departure Warning alerts the driver if the vehicle begins to leave its lane.
Front Cross Traffic Assist (FCTA): Optional on the Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh Long Range. It detects traffic crossing ahead when entering an intersection or pulling away from a stop.
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA): Optional on the Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh Long Range. It detects vehicles approaching from the side while reversing out of a parking space or driveway.
Forward Collision Warning (FCW): Standard on the Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh Long Range. It warns the driver of a potential frontal collision.
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB): Standard on the Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh Long Range. It applies the brakes automatically if the driver does not respond to an imminent collision.
Automatic Emergency Steering (AES): Optional on the Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh Long Range. The system can steer automatically to help avoid an imminent collision.
Blind-spot Monitoring (BSM): Optional on the Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh Long Range. It detects traffic in the vehicle's blind spots.
Driving Automation
The Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh Long Range offers driving automation at level 1, depending on the equipment level.
The Level 1 Peugeot Drive Assist system provides the following driving automation features.
- Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
- Automatic parking (optional)
Safety
The Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh Long Range is equipped with the following airbags:
- Front airbags for the driver and front passenger
- Side curtain airbags for both the first and second rows
- Side airbags for the driver and front passenger
Security and Access Technologies
The Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh Long Range includes the following security and access features:
- Keyless Entry and Start: Unlock and start the car with the key in your pocket or bag.
- Alarm System: Monitors for unauthorized entry or tampering and sounds the alarm when triggered.
Cargo Capacity and Towing Ability
The trunk offers a cargo capacity of 267 liters (9.4 cu ft). With the rear seat folded down, this expands to 1042 liters (36.8 cu ft).
The maximum permitted vehicle weight is 2025 kg (4464 lbs), and the base curb weight is 1544 kg (3404 lbs). This leaves a payload of 481 kg (1060 lbs), including occupants. Options can increase curb weight and reduce payload.
This model is not available with a towbar and cannot tow a trailer.
Availability & Pricing
The Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh Long Range had its world premiere on 5/24/2023, with deliveries starting in October 2023.
This model is available exclusively in Europe.
Pricing
Pricing may vary depending on local conditions, incentives, and promotions. Below are the starting prices for select countries:
- £35,475 (United Kingdom)
- €32,485 (Germany)
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