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BrooksZX3,Jul 15 2005, 09:29 AM Wrote:linky
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I cry everytime I think about no being able to drive a BMW 1-Series. :lol:

5 cyl turbo.....yum.

North America needs to get crackin!!! We have such lame s**t over here

Opel Astra OPC



The Opel Astra is a brand-new European model that is closely related to the new U.S.-only Chevy Cobalt. There's a lot of behind the scenes stuff common to the two cars, while the Astra OPC shares much of the Cobalt SS's suspension, steering, and drivetrain. Given how much fun the SS is, we'd expect the OPC to be a riot. Indeed, basic versions are getting rave reviews from European pundits who compare its handling to the Focus and MINI (despite its basic torsion beam rear suspension) so the sporty version is eagerly awaited.



Where the OPC will really stand out, though, is in terms of power and performance. Thanks to its turbocharged, 2.0-liter, four-cylinder engine, its power output will be 240 hp (235 lb-ft of torque), which is enough for a searing 0-60 time of around 6.2 seconds and a top speed of 152 mph. That's remarkable pace for a small, compact hatch. It's also expected to undercut rivals in terms of price and equipment, which will include a six-speed gearbox, limited slip differential, 18-inch alloys, and a wild body kit. As a package, we think the Astra OPC will be very hard to beat.

I LIKE THIS ONE!!

mmmm....i like, i like!

FociPhil,Jul 15 2005, 11:37 AM Wrote:

Opel Astra OPC



The Opel Astra is a brand-new European model that is closely related to the new U.S.-only Chevy Cobalt. There's a lot of behind the scenes stuff common to the two cars, while the Astra OPC shares much of the Cobalt SS's suspension, steering, and drivetrain. Given how much fun the SS is, we'd expect the OPC to be a riot. Indeed, basic versions are getting rave reviews from European pundits who compare its handling to the Focus and MINI (despite its basic torsion beam rear suspension) so the sporty version is eagerly awaited.



Where the OPC will really stand out, though, is in terms of power and performance. Thanks to its turbocharged, 2.0-liter, four-cylinder engine, its power output will be 240 hp (235 lb-ft of torque), which is enough for a searing 0-60 time of around 6.2 seconds and a top speed of 152 mph. That's remarkable pace for a small, compact hatch. It's also expected to undercut rivals in terms of price and equipment, which will include a six-speed gearbox, limited slip differential, 18-inch alloys, and a wild body kit. As a package, we think the Astra OPC will be very hard to beat.

I LIKE THIS ONE!!
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But aren't the Cobalt SS / Ion Redline are supercharged?

Why am I not surprised that N.A. got the short end of the performance stick?

i smell an engine swap, import a motor jsut like those MaDd TyTe JDMers!!!!

on another note, gm has already said that the best way to get power out of the cobalt is to pick a up a 2006 cobalt SS Nonsuperharged with the new 2.4L engine and slap a turbo on it. word is there may be a GM Performance Parts kit in teh works.

Looks like a lot of fun!!!!

Quote:But aren't the Cobalt SS / Ion Redline are supercharged?

Why am I not surprised that N.A. got the short end of the performance stick?
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yeah but hat looks alot niceer and 40hp more

ANTHONYD,Jul 15 2005, 12:01 PM Wrote:http://www.thecarconnection.com/images/gal...QGCIKKIXHGO.jpg

Looks like a lot of fun!!!!
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I always wanted one of these, ever since I saw them in the WRC.

I don't know if anybody else has seen this, but this is a commercial in Europe for the Citröen C4.

Citröen C4 Commercial