2011 Opel Insignia OPC Review

The high performance version of the Opel Insignia, Car of the Year in 2009, was unveiled May 7, 2009, when Opel Insignia OPC at the first Motor Show in Barcelona in 2009, ten years after the launch of the first OPC model (Opel Performance Center).

Heart Opel Insignia OPC is the 2.8 V6 turbo. Derived from the powerful gasoline engine already available in top-of-the-line Insignia, this version of the power to reach 239 kW/325 hp. Increase in power was the development of special fuels, and changing significantly reduces exhaust back pressure. And because the voice is so important to an appreciation of the engine, the acoustics experts worked on the exhaust of the V6 by adopting specific center rear silencers.

Opel Insignia OPC are available with a six-speed manual transmission. The powerful torque of 400 Nm ensures a sufficient pulling power even at low speeds. With this engine performance when the Opel Insignia OPC reaches a top speed of 250 km / h (limited) and crosses the 0 to 100 km / h in six seconds.

 

It already works very well Insignia chassis was further tuned for the OPC variant which ride height has been reduced by 10 mm compared to the Insignia (AWD Sport version). The newly developed mechatronic chassis also receives a new front axle. The architecture of front suspension Opel Insignia OPC maintains a so-called McPherson strut, however, engineers at the Opel Performance Center came up with a project called HiPerStrut (for high performance leg). The advantages are an improved steering feel, steering reduces problems due to the high torque and better feeling in the handling of the driver.

Opel Insignia OPC is also involved in adaptive FlexRide suspension that not only adapts to the driving situation and driver's driving style, but also preferences. While the Insignia the system offers a choice of standard adaptive control, comfortable room and sports mode, the OPC is definitely deal with them enjoying a sportier ride. OPC driver can choose between three different sport modes: Standard mode as the high level of comfort, a special Sport mode and the OPC mode for optimal performance.

 

For the first time in the range OPC, Adaptive 4x4 system and electronic rear differential limited slip (eLSD) standard. The four-wheel drive unit management has been adjusted to adjust the torque distribution to the sporty philosophy OPC. Make better performance of the OPC into account the development effort was put in a considerable further improvement in the braking system. Connoisseurs will immediately identify Brembo calipers and perforated disc 355 mm in the front axle.

"I was personally involved in the development of the Opel Insignia OPC, and I was very happy to numerous tests on the most demanding circuit in the world, the N�rburgring Nordschleife. Our goal was to compete with the "best of the best," said Hans Demant, Managing Director of Adam Opel GmbH.

 

A distinctive feature is a clear statement of objectives for a dynamic

The body style with high-end elegant dress is inspired by the concept car featured sports GTC in 2007, but remains faithful to the Insignia's design philosophy of art of sculpture s' combines German precision.

Compared with less powerful versions of the Insignia, the background shows a dramatic front entry with two large vertical and a special rear bumper with integrated dual exhaust. The 19-inch wheels (tires: 245/40) are standard and give the car the position it deserves. New 20-inch wheels lightweight forged (with 255/35 tires) are optional.

 

The dynamic sporty exterior is also in the cockpit. When you open the door, the OPC is immediately impressive, unique Recaro seats of a wheel with a flat bottom and address specific sport shifter. The OPC also presents distinctive graphic instrument.

"The Opel Insignia OPC marks the beginning of a new era for our range of OPC, always bold, but also more mature and refined, and more ambitious than ever, embodies the experience Insignia OPC. Dynamic and sophisticated," says Alain Visser, Vice President GM Europe, Opel.