2025 Opel Frontera interior, design, and features review

27 October 2024

Introduction

The Opel Frontera is the latest mid-sized crossover to hit the streets and it's one to mark an important milestone. It's the first vehicle by the entire Stellantis family to achieve a price parity with the ICE version.

And it's not at the price of features either as Opel gives you a lot of equipment - including the dual-10-inch screens and the steering wheel with various controls, satellite navigation, and wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto.

Opel is replacing the Crossland with the Frontera, hoping the once popular name will help boost sales. The Frontera is bigger than the Mokka and smaller than the new Grandland, giving Opel a complete lineup of electric SUVs.

Who is it for?

The Opel Frontera is meant to become a daily driver for the person looking for a mid-sized SUV. It's got distinct styling, enahnced with a dual-tone finish, and classic offroad elements like the the plastic trim running from rear bumper and arches to the front bumper.

The Frontera is also nicely practical with a shape that enables both generous headroom and storage in the back - forgoing potential aerodynamic optimizations that come with a sloping roofline.

But more important than everything else, the Frontera is a starting at just $32,200.

Give me the technical stuff

The Frontera comes in a single version for now, with a 44 kWh battery, and an 83 kW (113 hp) front-wheel drive electric motor. You can expect around 186 miles of the WLTP range. Opel has a long-range model in the works with a bigger battery that will do around 249 miles, however there's no word of a dual-motor variant.

Opel Frontera at a glance:

• Dimensions: 172.6 inches x 70.7 inches x 64.4 inches, 105.2 inches wheelbase.
• Drivetrains available: 44 kWh usable - FWD 83 kW (113 hp), 89 lb-ft
• Charging: 100 kW CCS; 20-80% in 26 min.
• Range: 186 miles WLTP
• Weight: 3,338 lb unladen, 4,475 lb gross
• Trunk: 16.2 ft³, no frunk

What's great about it?

We mentioned the generous kit with the Opel Frontera. The dual 10-inch screens really give the cabin a high-tech vibe. The fabric seats on the standard model are really comfy, if a bit dull-looking. Add the $1,100 Comfy Package, and you get much nicer and ergonomic seats (though still fabric.

The smart-looking steering wheel is equipped with controls for the cruise control and the infotainment as standard, which is nice.

The storage is great with large door pockets, cubbies in the center console, a wireless charging mat for your phone, and an ample glovebox.

Legroom and headroom at the back are superb and if you move up to the GS trim level, you get two USB-C ports and special smartphone holders on the top of the rear headrest , which are quite convenient.

The trunk is a generous 16.2 ft³ and you get some underfloor storage as well.

What's not that good?

The 90s Frontera was a rugged and very capable off the tarmac. The fact that the electric Frontera is way less suited for any of that and front-wheel drive only is a true letdown for fans of the classic.

Despite its impressive ground clearance and off-road-hinting design, the EV is meant for the urban jungle and not a real one.

We would've loved to have seen a version with a bigger battery and more power. Kia's EV3, Volvo's EX30, and Skora Elroq are all significantly longer going and more powerful than the Frontera.

Which version to get?

There is a single powertrain and two trims, which really simplifies your choice. The Frontera Edition costs $32,200 and Frontera GS is $36,600. We'd go for the GS as it adds the LED lights on both sides, parking assist, USB-C ports, the option for better seats, and a myriad of other features. The entry-level Edition even lacks options like a second key as standard.