• Vauxhall Grandland now obtainable with 48V hybrid powertrain
• Grandland Hybrid encompasses a new 1.2-litre petrol engine which produces 136PS, paired with a six-speed twin clutch computerized transmission and a 28hp electrical motor
• New powertrain ends in decrease CO2 emissions and improved gas financial system over present 1.2 130PS petrol computerized
• In city areas, Grandland Hybrid will be pushed brief distances on electrical energy alone
• Available in Design, GS and Ultimate trim
• Order books now open, with costs ranging from £32,415 OTR

Vauxhall has opened orders for the Grandland Hybrid – the primary mannequin from the model to be provided with 48-volt hybrid know-how – with costs ranging from £32,415 OTR and first deliveries commencing from early 2024.

The new hybrid powertrain encompasses a 0.89kWh lithium-ion battery, which is recharged routinely underneath sure driving circumstances. This is mixed with a brand new 1.2-litre three-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine, which produces 136PS at 5,500rpm and develops most torque of 230Nm at 1,750rpm. The engine is coupled to a brand new electrified six-speed twin clutch computerized transmission. A everlasting magnet synchronous electrical motor is built-in into the gearbox and produces peak energy of 21kW (28hp) and most torque of 55Nm.

The new hybrid powertrain affords considerably improved gas financial system of fifty.4-51.3mpg (WLTP) over the present petrol computerized possibility, which is able to 43.4-44.1mpg (WLTP). CO2 emissions are additionally significantly decrease at 124-127g/km in comparison with 144-147g/km for the petrol computerized.

The electrical motor permits the Grandland Hybrid to be pushed brief distances on electrical energy alone underneath low torque necessities (e.g. when manoeuvring or underneath 18mph in metropolis site visitors). It additionally assists the petrol engine underneath acceleration, similar to when launching from a standstill. During deceleration from greater fixed speeds, the petrol engine stops and the e-motor acts as a generator to recharge the hybrid system’s 48V battery. The battery additionally shops the vitality recuperated by the regenerative braking system.

The Grandland Hybrid’s new petrol engine has been optimised for effectivity and operates within the Miller combustion cycle. This thermodynamic cycle is enabled by the variable geometry turbocharger, which boosts efficiency at low rpm, and variable valve timing. A belt-driven starter combines with the e-motor to start out the petrol engine from chilly. The belt-starter additionally restarts the engine rapidly and seamlessly whereas driving.

The Grandland Hybrid widens the powertrain choices obtainable to clients, with the Grandland additionally obtainable as a Plug-in Hybrid and sporty GSe variant, alongside environment friendly petrol and diesel engines.

Specification

In line with Vauxhall’s simplified trim line-up, clients have a alternative of three specs – Design, GS and Ultimate.

In entry-level Design trim, the Grandland Hybrid is supplied with computerized LED headlights, 17-inch silver-effect alloy wheels, and entrance and rear parking sensors. Infotainment is offered by way of a seven-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto™ and a seven-inch digital instrument cluster. Design fashions additionally function a variety of driver help programs, together with pace signal recognition, lane maintain help, computerized emergency braking and cruise management.

GS trim provides Vauxhall’s Multimedia Pure Panel Navigation system, consisting of a 10-inch touchscreen with satellite tv for pc navigation and a 12-inch digital instrument cluster. A wi-fi charger for cell gadgets can be included. For added consolation, GS options heated AGR-approved* sports-style entrance seats, whereas a heated steering wheel and rear-view parking digicam deliver additional comfort. Visually, GS fashions are distinguished by 18-inch high-gloss black alloy wheels, a black roof and high-gloss black exterior detailing.

Completing the line-up, Ultimate provides Vauxhall’s class-leading adaptive IntelliLux LED® Pixel headlights and LED entrance fog lights. The parking digicam is upgraded with a 360-degree panoramic view, whereas an influence operated tailgate and keyless entry and begin present better ease of use. Advanced driver help programs, together with lane positioning help and adaptive cruise management, are additionally reserved for Ultimate trim. For added type, Ultimate fashions function 19-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels and black Alcantara seat trim inserts.

Grandland Hybrid – Pricing

Trim	BiK charges (23/24)	P11D Price	OTR MRRP
Grandland Design 1.2 136PS Hybrid e-DCT6	29%	£32,160	£32,415
Grandland GS 1.2 136PS Hybrid e-DCT6	29%	£34,420	£34,675
Grandland Ultimate 1.2 136PS Hybrid e-DCT6	30%	£38,070	£38,325

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