Insignia Country Tourer unveiled
Vauxhall / Opel has revealed its contender for the small (but growing) SUV-inspired estate car segment. Called the Insignia Country Tourer, it features all-wheel drive, a raised ride height, some extra body cladding and under-bumper bash plates.
Both the Vauxhall and Opel versions are going to be offered with a choice of two 2.0 litre diesel engines. The first is a 160 bhp (120 kW / 163 PS) unit, which comes connected to either manual or automatic six-speed transmissions.
+Front+Side.jpg "Vauxhall Insignia Country Tourer (2014) Front Side")
For those wanting a bit more power, the alternative is a BiTurbo motor that develops 192 bhp (143 kW / 195 PS) and 400 Nm (295 lb/ft) of peak torque. It’s only available with an automatic gearbox, though.
Additionally, Opel buyers will be able to specify a 246 bhp (184 kW / 250 PS) 2.0 litre SIDI turbocharged petrol engine. However, for now at least, that option is being denied to customers in the UK.
+Rear+Side.jpg "Opel Insignia Country Tourer (2014) Rear Side")
To ensure its all-terrain abilities live up to the looks, the Country Tourer boasts an all-wheel drive system that’s based around a Haldex clutch and an electronic limited slip differential on the rear axle. Consequently, torque can be switched instantaneously to whichever wheels have the best grip, thereby maintaining traction over rough or slippery surfaces.
The Insignia Country Tourer is due to make its public debut at September’s Frankfurt Motor Show, when final specifications and pricing will be announced.
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Images © General Motors.
Both the Vauxhall and Opel versions are going to be offered with a choice of two 2.0 litre diesel engines. The first is a 160 bhp (120 kW / 163 PS) unit, which comes connected to either manual or automatic six-speed transmissions.
+Front+Side.jpg "Vauxhall Insignia Country Tourer (2014) Front Side")
For those wanting a bit more power, the alternative is a BiTurbo motor that develops 192 bhp (143 kW / 195 PS) and 400 Nm (295 lb/ft) of peak torque. It’s only available with an automatic gearbox, though.
Additionally, Opel buyers will be able to specify a 246 bhp (184 kW / 250 PS) 2.0 litre SIDI turbocharged petrol engine. However, for now at least, that option is being denied to customers in the UK.
+Rear+Side.jpg "Opel Insignia Country Tourer (2014) Rear Side")
To ensure its all-terrain abilities live up to the looks, the Country Tourer boasts an all-wheel drive system that’s based around a Haldex clutch and an electronic limited slip differential on the rear axle. Consequently, torque can be switched instantaneously to whichever wheels have the best grip, thereby maintaining traction over rough or slippery surfaces.
The Insignia Country Tourer is due to make its public debut at September’s Frankfurt Motor Show, when final specifications and pricing will be announced.
Related post:
2014 Insignia revealed
Images © General Motors.
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