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Stellantis’ Opel Brand Teases It’s All-New Astra Just Weeks Before It’s Debut!

Deckard Cain

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I wasn't expecting such a big aesthetic difference to the 308 in the side profile. They actually look very distinct.
I prefer the Opel, but since my cars were either Opels or Fiats I am a bit partial.

It has some nice design nods to old Opels. I love that.
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The crease in the middle of the bonnet/hood is a nice nod to the Manta.

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The C-pillar black plastic piece is a nice nod to the first Astra/Kadett D.

And the interior has something much better over the 308:
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Physical AC buttons!!!
These nods to Opels from their glory days shows a level of care that I don't remember seeing for a long time in Opel. I'm loving this car more than I expected.
 
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KrisW

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That kind of AC control assembly is used in FCA vehicles too: both Wagoneer and 500e use it. First time on a former PSA brand, though. Sign of a change of supplier, maybe?
 

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