The Opel Frontera 44 kWh, launched in June 2024, delivers practical electric mobility for budget-conscious buyers. With a 44.0 kWh usable battery, it provides a real-world range of 245 km, ideal for daily commutes and urban errands. It features a front-wheel-drive setup powered by 83 kW (113 PS) and 120 Nm torque, reaching 0–100 km/h in 12.1 seconds.
Charging flexibility includes 7.4 kW AC home charging in 7 hours and DC fast charging up to 100 kW, replenishing 10–80% in just 32 minutes. While its long-distance score sits at 1/5, with a 1-stop range of 260 km, its efficiency rating of 180 Wh/km keeps running costs low.
The compact SUV rides on the STLA Smartcar platform, offering seating for five, a 460-liter boot (expandable to 1594 liters), and a 1.59-ton unladen weight. It supports basic towing and comes with Autocharge, but no vehicle-to-load (V2L) or heat pump support.
Opel Frontera 44 kWh – Specifications Table
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Launch & Status | June 2024 · Available in UK, Germany, NL |
| Price (Germany) | €28,990 |
| Performance | 83 kW (113 PS) · 120 Nm · FWD · 0–100 km/h in 12.1 s · Top: 140 km/h |
| Battery | 44.0 kWh usable · 45.0 kWh nominal · LFP · 400V |
| Range – Real | Avg: 245 km · Cold: 210 km · Mild: 280 km |
| WLTP Range | 305 km |
| Efficiency | 180 Wh/km real · 144 Wh/km WLTP |
| Charging – AC | Type 2 · 7.4 kW · 0–100% in 7 hours |
| Charging – DC | CCS · 100 kW max · 10–80% in 32 min |
| 1-Stop Range | 260 km · Rating: 1/5 |
| Body Type | 5-door SUV · STLA Smartcar platform |
| Dimensions | 4385×1795×1635 mm · Wheelbase: 2672 mm |
| Weight & Capacity | 1589 kg unladen · 2030 kg GVWR · 516 kg payload |
| Cargo Volume | 460 L rear · 1594 L max · No frunk |
| Towing Capacity | 350 kg (braked/unbraked) |
| Seats & Turning | 5 seats · 10.9 m turning radius |
| Charging Ports | Rear-left · Type 2 (AC), CCS (DC) |
| Miscellaneous | Autocharge supported · No heat pump · Roof rails included |
The Opel Frontera 44 kWh stands out as a capable electric SUV for city and regional driving. It delivers a practical balance between price, performance, and charging speed, making it a smart entry-level EV choice.
