Opel is extending its range of the ADAM family with a new urban-chic ADAM ROCKS AIR crossover model.

“ADAM ROCKS AIR combines the toughness of a crossover with the coolness of open air driving,” said Stuart Harris, Vauxhall’s Head of Carline Brand. “It’s the perfect ADAM for active drivers wanting to stand out from the crowd.”

Powertrain options

The ADAM ROCKS AIR is the first model from Opel to feature the all-new 1.0-litre ECOTEC Direct Injection turbo three-cylinder engine which packs 85 kW and 170 Nm of torque at 1800 rpm. It’s capable of reaching 0-100 km/h in 9.9 seconds and has a top speed of 195 km/h and can return 4.2-litres/100 km with CO2 emissions of 119 g/km.

The engine line-up also includes a 52 kW 1.2-litre unit and a 1.4-litre delivering 64 kW and 130 Nm. Both engines are mated to five-speed manual transmission and can be specified with an ecoFLEX technology pack to further enhance efficiency.

Contemporary style of ADAM

Following on from the concept model shown at the Geneva Show last year, the ADAM ROCKS AIR features revised and retuned dampers, springs and rear suspension geometry and sits 15 mm higher than standard ADAM models.

The higher, wider looks are matched by a choice of standard 17-inch or optional 18-inch alloy wheels. These can be further personalised with new wheel clips in “Wild” design and different colours that are unique to ROCKS AIR.

The rugged look is further enhanced by anthracite-coloured cladding, a trapezoidal grille with a chrome central brand bar embedded in the cladding. The car also benefits from silver skid plates, a new exhaust trim, a number of new paint colours and three roof shades.

The ROCKS AIR is in addition available with two new exclusive interior trims. One is taken straight from the Rocks concept with Brandy-coloured fabric/Morrocana seats and door panels, leather steering wheel, gearshift and handbrake in the same colour, and “Surf” decor trim. The other trim features a Coffee Bean design with rich dark brown seats in a black cabin trimmed with bright blue stitching.