Opel Grandland Electric AWD becomes the most powerful Grandland ever

The Opel Grandland, now positioned as the German manufacturer’s new flagship, has gained a second fully electric variant. This makes it the most powerful Grandland ever, and it has now arrived in Portugal with prices starting at €59,250.

Named the Grandland Electric AWD, this version of the German SUV adds an electric motor to the rear axle, delivering more power and improved traction.

For now, the new Grandland Electric AWD is offered solely in Ultimate specification. Priced from €59,250, it stands out with an especially comprehensive standard equipment list, including matrix LED headlights, adaptive suspension and 360° cameras. Discover the prices across the full range:

What changes in the Grandland

Alongside the 157 kW (213 hp) front electric motor used by the front-wheel-drive versions, the Grandland Electric AWD receives a second motor on the rear axle. Combined output rises to 239 kW (325 hp) and 509 Nm, allowing it to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 6.1 seconds, according to the brand.

Grandland Electric AWD battery, range and charging

Powered by a 73 kWh battery and with a claimed consumption figure of 18 kWh/100 km, Opel says the Ultimate version can cover 489 km on the WLTP cycle between charges. The company states that this figure may rise to 501 km in other equipment levels that are not yet available.

“Only the new electric model with all-wheel drive offers so much power combined with highly efficient driving pleasure.”

Tobias Gubitz, Senior Vice-President of Global Sales at Opel & Vauxhall

Despite the addition of another motor, the battery remains the same 73 kWh unit. As a result, charging from 20% to 80% takes only 30 minutes at charging speeds of up to 160 kW.

Four driving modes for efficiency and traction

Four driving modes are available, each set up for a particular purpose. While the “Eco” and “Normal” modes prioritise the front motor and favour more efficient driving, “Sport” provides “dynamic and efficient performance”, according to the brand.

When grip is limited, “4WD” spreads the SUV’s power evenly across all four wheels, while the traction and stability systems switch to dedicated settings.