New Opel Mokka crossover presented
The old Mokka is well known in Russia, but its production was discontinued last spring: the PSA Group, which owns Opel, sought to retire most of the models inherited from the GM concern as quickly as possible. And only now the second generation SUV, already fully developed under the patronage of the French, has been completely declassified.
The new Mokka has lost the stupid X prefix, which appeared after the 2016 restyling (such cars did not reach Russia). But now this is not a medium-sized SUV, but a junior SUV in the range: with the change of generation, the length of the car has been reduced from 4275 to 4150 mm, and from now on the Mokka is even shorter than the Crossland X model (4212 mm). However, the width has increased by 10 mm, and the wheelbase by 2 mm (up to 2557 mm). The body overhangs became noticeably shorter, the maximum wheel diameter reached 18 inches, and the Mokka acquired different, more “passenger-like” proportions.
The second-generation SUV became the brand's first production model with a new front design. This style is called the Opel Vizor, it was developed by the in-house design team led by Mark Adams and was introduced on the Opel GT X Experimental concept car two years ago. LED headlights (they are already “in the base”) are combined with the radiator grille into a common unit, designed to resemble a helmet visor. The idea is also that for electric models, such a solution will allow you to painlessly disguise a blank panel installed instead of a grille. Subsequently, all new and updated Opels will have such a Vizor.
Mocky was based on the PSA modular CMP platform, that is, its closest relatives were the Peugeot 2008 and DS 3 Crossback SUVs. The body has become 30% stiffer, but there will no longer be all-wheel drive: the CMP architecture is simply not designed for it. But the move to a new “trolley”, coupled with reduced dimensions, made it possible to reduce the curb weight of the crossover by 120 kg at once! Although not the least role in this was played by the transition to three-cylinder engines, which, by analogy with related models Peugeot and DS, will be installed on the basic versions, while the previous Mokka had only in-line “fours”.
The new SUV also became the first model of the brand with a front panel made in the Opel Pure Panel concept. In front of the driver is a single block with a 12-inch screen for virtual instruments and a touchscreen media system with a diagonal of seven or ten inches (depending on the configuration). However, traditional buttons and knobs are retained to control the climate control, and hot keys for the media system are also present, and not even touch ones. Equipment includes adaptive cruise control and a lane marking monitoring system. The trunk volume has remained almost unchanged: 350 liters under the shelf versus 356 liters for the previous model.
So far, only the electric Mokka-e has been presented: the CMP platform was originally designed for the creation of battery-powered cars. All technology is the same as that of its sister hatchback Corsa-e. The front wheels are driven by an electric motor with an output of 136 hp. and 260 Nm. Maximum speed is 150 km/h.
The lithium-ion traction battery units are located under the cabin floor, their total capacity is 50 kWh. The declared range on one charge is 322 km on the WLTP cycle (versus 330 km for the lighter Corsa). An on-board charger with a power of 11 kW is installed as standard, and replenishing the charge to 80% from a 100-kW terminal will take half an hour.
The start of production of the new Mocha is planned for the fourth quarter of this year; the cars will appear at European dealers in early 2021. Following the electric modification, for which they will ask for approximately 35 thousand euros, there will be more affordable petrol and diesel options. And subsequently Mokka may reach Russia, although there is no confirmation yet.
Review of Opel Mokka 1.8i 4WD (2014)
Hi all!
I bought Mokka, we call him EAGLE in the family)))
I will try to briefly talk about the main thing. I chose it for my wife, at my own discretion. Necessarily, at her request, not more.
On my own, I looked with all-wheel drive, the ground clearance is higher than a sedan, up to 1 million (with all the extras). Options: Mazda CX7, Duster, Terano, Mini Cooper, Peugeot 2008, Qashqai, Outlander. As a result: I never looked at the Mazda because of the price over 1Mr, the Duster is simple, the Terano is only front-wheel drive, the Cooper is expensive, the Peugeot is all-wheel drive, the Qashqai is a very simple package for 960, the Outlander got the lowest price for 2L, rag, drive - 990 Cr. I didn't want the Suzuki cx4.
Well, the choice naturally)))) fell on mocha. Cosmo equipment, combined interior, 1.8 volume, automatic, all-wheel drive, smart xenon, sound camera, casting 18.
And now the main thing. The car is not big, but surprisingly not cramped inside (height 180, weight 85 kg), very pleasant and high-quality interior, elastic plastic, seats with even stitching and seams. The steering wheel is soft leather, the windshield pillars are trimmed with fabric, the sun visors are too, there are many useful compartments, three glove compartments (one under the passenger seat). The turn signal lever is located a little high - not convenient. The trunk is not very, very big, it’s a bit stale. The heated steering wheel is great, but the air recirculation button is very inconveniently hidden behind the temperature knob. And in general, the climate control buttons should have been moved upstairs, instead of the entertainment buttons. The radio reception is not reliable, the sound of the audio system is quite acceptable.
The car steers confidently, sharply, and does not yaw. Recumbent goats have a short wheelbase. The suspension does not break through. Visibility is normal. Acceleration (11.1 passport) is not impressive, rather annoying. First and second gears are short. The revs growl, the car doesn’t move))). On the third everything levels out - let's go. Perhaps the first two are for some kind of traction))). While I accelerated to 120, it drives without tension, the steering is humming, and it doesn’t try to fly away. After the break-in we will go faster. Consumption according to the computer is 10-11l - city only. For now I give the rpm no more than 3200. The machine runs smoothly, the engine does not vibrate at idle, everything is quiet and pleasant. The manual shift button is not convenient, I don’t use it, maybe in winter it will be needed for engine braking, we’ll see.
Minus - the front skirt hangs low, the overhang is not suitable for curbs, it is not at all clear why the ground clearance is 190mm with such a limitation. Unless you drive backwards onto high obstacles))). Most likely the car is just for the road and 4x4 has been added to make it more stable. Off-road or fashion statement. I installed 215/65/16 tires for the winter, but didn’t use 18, the profile is too low for winter IMHO. The possibility of burning oil is annoying (always on the Japanese), time will tell.
In general, I’m very pleased, more because my wife is delighted with the choice))) I took it for her too))))
I don’t know how it will break, ugh three times. The warranty is 3 years, but chrome most likely does not apply, and this is not good. Oh yes, the headlights are awesome! They shine brightly! They turn while driving and look great!
If the disadvantages don’t dissuade you, buy it; it’s one of the best cars in this price range. But some extra noise wouldn't hurt at all)).
History of the Opel Mokka
The car ranks below the Opel Antara in the Opel range. It had front-wheel drive as standard, but switchable all-wheel drive appeared on richer trim levels. The name comes from the Arabic name for coffee. For the European market, the car was supplied with gasoline engines - turbocharged A14NET (1.4, 140 hp), naturally aspirated A16XER (1.6, 115 hp) and A18XER (1.8, 140 hp) - and diesel A17DTS (1.7, 130 hp). The Opel Mokka was based on the GM Gamma II platform. In Russia, there were 3 four-cylinder engines to choose from: a 1.4-liter turbocharged gasoline engine, a 1.8-liter naturally-aspirated engine with a 5-speed manual transmission D16, and a 1.7-liter diesel unit. An M32 6-speed manual transmission was standard (except 1.8). All engines had an optional 6-speed automatic transmission. All-wheel drive versions had a clever all-wheel drive system: under normal conditions they were front-wheel drive, but if slipping or sliding was noticed, 50% of the torque was sent to the rear axle. The size (diameter) of tires on the Opel Mokka could vary depending on the configuration. R16 alloy wheels were also standard on some versions of the model. The second generation Opel Mokka 2021 - 2022, which lost the X prefix in its name (it appeared in 2021 after the restyling of the first generation car), officially debuted on June 24, 2021 during an online presentation. And this Opel was developed entirely under the auspices of the PSA Group. After restyling, the 2nd generation Opel Mokka really changed dramatically - it received a spectacular appearance, acquired more “elegant” proportions, reduced its dimensions and “lost” more than a centimeter, received an advanced interior and was equipped with an electric drive, while retaining traditional gasoline/diesel options.
