Opel has introduced the Frontera nameplate will make a return on an all-new SUV mannequin that can be introduced later this 12 months and offered as a battery-electric car.

The European carmaker first used the Frontera nameplate from 1991-1998 for an SUV primarily based on the Isuzu Wizard. After manufacturing of the first-gen mannequin ended, Opel began manufacturing the second-gen mannequin, often known as the Frontera B. It was axed in 2004 and the third-generation mannequin is shaping as much as be very totally different than its predecessors and can function a alternative for the outgoing Crossland.

Simply two teaser photos of the brand new mannequin have been launched, which means most of its design has been hidden. Opel says it can “show a brand new rugged interpretation of Opel’s daring and pure design philosophy” and also will be the model’s first mannequin to make use of its new ‘Blitz’ emblem. A teaser displaying the aspect profile of the Frontera signifies that it is going to be fairly massive with a comparatively flat roof and expansive aspect home windows. Seen on the rear is a spoiler stretching out from the roof.

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The second teaser previews the entrance finish of the brand new mannequin however past showcasing the up to date grille, it doesn’t present a lot else apart from the nook of one of many LED headlights.

Opel says the brand new Frontera “will include a excessive degree of house and flexibility and thus attraction to clients with an lively life-style and households alike.”

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“The identify ‘Frontera’ is ideally suited to our new thrilling SUV mannequin,” added Opel chief government Florian Huettl. “It can have a assured character and be positioned proper within the core of the market.”

The corporate will launch the primary photos and extra particulars in regards to the new Frontera within the coming weeks. It can launch this 12 months alongside an electrical model of the next-generation Opel Grandland.

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