Opel Mokka compact SUV on cards

With the brand getting ready to launch in Australia, it might eventually make it here next year to compete in a growing segment.

Opel Mokka is the first German entrant in the growing sub-compact SUV segment. It's a good looking five seater with innovative technologies and an upmarket feel — a bit like a like a distilled version of larger SUV.

Mokka can be specified with front or on demand all wheel drive  Power is provided by three engines. All manual transmissions are equipped with fuel saving start/stop system. The petrol engines are an 85 kW, 1.6-litre, naturally-aspirated unit as well as a 103 kW,1.4-litre Turbo with 200Nm. 

The turbodiesel is a 93 kW, 1.7-litre CDTI with 300Nm. Both the 1.4 Turbo and the 1.7 CDTI are available with either with six-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmission.

Mokka introduces a string of driver assistance systems based on the Opel Eye front camera system, as well as a rear view camera. The seating that has been certified by AGR — the German healthy back organisation.

Mokka also offers a fully integrated, latest generation Flex-Fix bicycle carrier that is exclusive to Opel. The vehicle is designed for people with active lifestyles. Standard features that enhance the driving experience across all Mokka versions include the stability control, hill start assist and hill descent control.

The Advanced Adaptive Forward Lighting which increases driving safety includes high beam assist. The new generation Opel Eye front camera is also available. It gives the driver access to several functions including lane departure warning and traffic sign recognition.