Opel Ampera -e 60 kWh (204 Hp)
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Opel Ampera:
The Chevrolet Bolt is a family of battery electric subcompact hatchbacks and small crossover SUVs manufactured and marketed by General Motors under its Chevrolet brand from late 2016 until late 2023 and from late 2025 onwards, with hiatuses in 2021-2022 and between 2023-2025. The 2017-2023 Bolt EV are hatchbacks, while the 2021-2023 Bolt EUV and 2027 Bolt are slightly larger subcompact crossover SUVs.
The first-generation Bolt was developed and manufactured with LG Corporation. Sales of the 2017 Bolt began in California in December 2016; it was released nationwide and international markets release in 2017. A rebadged European variant was marketed as the Opel Ampera-e in mainland Europe. In 2017, the Bolt was the second-best-selling plug-in car in the United States. It was named the 2017 Motor Trend Car of the Year, the 2017 North American Car of the Year, an Automobile magazine 2017 All Star, and was listed in Time magazine's Best 25 Inventions of 2016. The Ampera-e was discontinued after 2018. By the end of 2020, GM had sold 112,000 Bolt and Ampera-e cars worldwide. The first-generation Bolt had been subject to at least three recalls due to battery fire risks....(Read more on Wikipedia)
-e Overview:
Opel Ampera (-e). With a weight of 1616 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 7.3 s). The top speed reaches 150 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Performance Verdict
The 204 Hp electric motor provides brisk acceleration and ample torque for city driving and highway overtakes, feeling responsive and capable.
Fuel Economy
With a 60 kWh battery (58 kWh usable) and 423 km WLTP range, the Ampera-e offers excellent real-world usability and competitive energy efficiency for its class.
Best Use Case:
Mixed (City & Highway)
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Impressive all-electric range for its era (423 km WLTP).
- • Brisk acceleration and responsive electric powertrain.
- • Spacious and practical interior for a compact hatchback.
- • Good safety rating (5-star Euro NCAP for Bolt EV).
- • Low running costs due to electric propulsion.
Cons:
- • Charging infrastructure can be a limitation depending on region.
- • Ride quality can be firm on rougher roads.
- • Limited availability in some markets.
- • Interior design might feel dated compared to newer EVs.
- • No fast DC charging beyond 50 kW (CCS).
Specifications:
| General: |
| Brand: | Opel |
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| Model: | Ampera |
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| Generation: | -e |
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| Modification (Engine): | 60 kWh (204 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | 2016 |
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| End of production: | 2020 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | BEV (Electric Vehicle) |
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| Body type: | Hatchback |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 5 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Electricity |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 7.3 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 7.3 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 150 km/h, Electronically limited |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.9 kg/Hp, 126.2 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.5 kg/Nm, 222.8 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 6.9 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1616 |
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| Max. weight: | 2056 |
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| Max. roof load: | 50 kg |
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| Max load: | 440 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1274 l |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 381 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4164 mm mm |
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| Width: | 1854 mm mm |
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| Height: | 1594 mm mm |
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| Wheelbase: | 2600 mm mm |
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| Width with mirrors folded: | 1854 mm |
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| Width including mirrors: | 2039 mm |
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| Front track: | 1507 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1516 mm |
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| Ride height (ground clearance): | 131 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.9 m |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | One electric motor drives the front wheels. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 1 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
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| Rear brakes | Disc |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Electric Steering |
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| Tires size | 215/50 R17 |
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| Wheel rims size | 6.5J x 17 |
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| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson, Transverse stabilizer |
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| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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| Electric: |
| Net (usable) battery capacity: | 58 kWh |
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| Gross battery capacity: | 60 kWh |
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| Battery technology: | Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) |
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| Battery location: | Below the floor |
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| System power: | 204 Hp |
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| System torque: | 360 Nm |
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| All-electric range: | 423 km |
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| Electric motor power: | 204 Hp |
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| Electric motor Torque: | 360 Nm |
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| Average Energy consumption: | 16.5 kWh/100 km |
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| Electric motor location: | Front axle, Transverse |
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| Average Energy consumption (WLTP): | 16.5 kWh/100 km |
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| All-electric range (WLTP): | 423 km |
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| Battery weight: | 430 kg |
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| Battery voltage: | 350 V |
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