Opel Corsa GSE: The price of this electric sports car might not sit well with Peugeot!

Opel has opened pre-orders for its electric sports car, which is much cheaper than its Peugeot e-208 GTI counterpart. There’s even a promotional price available already!

As the new school year begins, the Opel Corsa returns to sports performance. And it’s not just about appearance. A “real” high-performance version is back in the city car lineup. However, there’s a major improvement: the sports Corsa is now 100% electric, labeled with the GSE badge.

The car is equipped with a 280 hp engine that delivers a maximum torque of 345 Nm. The front-wheel drive system features a Torsen limited-slip differential, enabling acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.5 seconds. The top speed is limited to 180 km/h. It has a battery with a usable capacity of 51 kWh, offering a WLTP combined range of 374 km. The DC charging capacity remains at 100 kW.

Among the upgrades are a lowered sports chassis and specialized hydraulic shock absorbers. The 18-inch wheels are fitted with Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires (215/40).

The standard equipment is comprehensive, including heated front seats and steering wheel, a 180° rear-view camera, navigation system, adaptive cruise control, and hands-free access as standard features.

The price is 39,990 €. This Opel is therefore significantly more affordable than its counterpart, the Peugeot e-208 GTi, which shares the same specifications. The French model is listed at 42,900 €, representing a difference of 2,910 €. It is also cheaper than the Lancia Ypsilon HF, which has a similar base price… and far less expensive than the Mokka GSE, priced at 46,490 € with the same 280 hp engine.

Some may find it still expensive for a city car with such features, but the good news is that there’s already a promotional price available! On the Opel Store online, the car is listed at 35,691 €, which is a discount of 4,299 €.

This can then be supplemented by the EEC bonus, with a minimum amount of 3,600 €. This brings the price down to 32,091 €, which is more manageable for a small car that benefits from not being affected by the environmental penalty that drags down traditional gasoline sports cars in France.

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