The new and improved 2012Opel Astra OPC will arrive in 2012 and comes with some impressive performance. The vehicle was thoroughly tested on the famous Nurburgring in Germany, to ensure it produced superb handling and a dynamic driving experience.

Fast and sporty 2012 Opel Astra OPC unleashed

The new 2012 Opel Astra OPC comes with a 2.0 direct injection turbo petrol engine, which produces 206 kW (280 hp) and a max torque of 400 Nm. This translates into a top speed of 250km/h, which Opel note is a record for the Astra.

The Astra OPC comes with HiPerStrut front-wheel suspension as well as FlexRide chassis control system. The FlexRide system allows the driver to sharpen the shock absorber line, the steering and the gas pedals responsiveness. Lastly, the Astra OPC comes with a limited slip differential on the front axle, which has further improved stability and handling, even in wet conditions.

The styling of the 2012 Opel Astra OPC certainly emphasizes its muscles. This comes in the form of sculpted front and rear bumpers, side skirts, an aerodynamic roof spoiler and twin exhaust pipes. Inside the Astra are performance seats, and an OPC sports leather steering wheel.

Look for more information on the 2012 Opel Astra OPC as it becomes available.