Winning Formula: Opel Frontera Takes ‘Golden Wheel’ Award in North Macedonia

• Full of character: Compact SUV wins in ‘Most desirable family vehicle’ category
• Clever and comfortable solutions: Digital Pure Panel cockpit, Intelli-Seats, flexible straps, smartphone pockets and many more
• For the whole family: Airy cabin with space for up to seven people

Combined values for Opel Frontera Electric ‘Extended Range’ with 83 kW (113 hp) and 54 kWh battery (52 kWh usable capacity) according to WLTP¹: energy consumption 16.7 kWh/100 km, CO₂ emissions 0 g/km; CO₂ label: A.

Combined values for Opel Frontera Electric with 83 kW (113 hp) and 44 kWh battery (43 kWh usable capacity) according to WLTP¹: Energy consumption 18.3 kWh/100 km, CO₂ emissions 0 g/km; CO₂ label: A.

Combined values for Opel Frontera Hybrid with 107 kW (145 hp) system output according to WLTP¹: Fuel consumption 5.2-5.3 l/100 km, CO₂ emissions 118-120 g/km; CO₂ label: D.

Combined values for Opel Frontera Hybrid with 81 kW (110 hp) system output according to WLTP¹: Fuel consumption 5.2-5.4 l/100 km, CO₂ emissions 118-122 g/km; CO₂ label: D.

Rüsselsheim.  Rugged, spacious, ultra-modern, highly efficient with electrified drivetrains – and recognised by the most important critics – the customers: this is the Opel Frontera. The B-segment Opel SUV recently won the ‘Golden Wheel’ award in North Macedonia in the ‘Most desirable family vehicle' category thus adding to the ‘Value Car of the Year’ award at the ‘News UK Motor Awards 2025’, the ‘Car of the Year 2025’ title in Croatia and the ‘Best Compact SUV’ at the ‘Test the Best 2025’ awards by Auto Bild Bulgaria.

The ‘Golden Wheel’ awards in North Macedonia are organised by media outlets AvtoPlus.mk, CarClub.mk, CarsByVik.mk and RPM.mk and the experts decide on the finalists in each category. However, the general public have the final say on the winner by casting their votes online – with the Frontera outshining the competition in its category and taking the title in the ‘Most desirable family vehicle’ category.

Full of character: Rugged, comfortable and spacious

The Frontera delights at first sight with its rugged interpretation of Opel’s bold and pure design philosophy. The upright front silhouette and the unique front proportions of the Frontera combine a functional and spacious cabin volume with a very bold and tough, but modern expressive look. The black Vizor with the sharp Opel ‘Blitz’ emblem gives the front of the Frontera a unique identity and seamlessly integrates the Intelli-LED headlamps with automatic high beam.

The modern look and feel continues in the interior. Wide horizontal decors on the instrument panel and doors visually widen the already airy cabin. Furthermore, the Opel typical fully digital Pure Panel cockpit with 10-inch driver information display and, if desired, equally large infotainment display is just as eye-catching as the elegant steering wheel. In addition, Opel makes seating innovations affordable for a wide range of buyers in the Frontera with the optional patented Intelli-Seats.

The fun and comfort factor of the newcomer is further increased by a string of smart solutions ranging from the wireless charger to a maximum of five USB-C ports available in the seven-seater variant. Larger devices that would normally not fit into the cabin properly, such as tablets, can be safely stored in the centre console thanks to a flexible strap that holds them in place. Smartphone pockets in the back rests of the front seats along with other open storage areas in the cabin can take daily carry-ons with rubber lining preventing rattling and sliding.

In addition, the Frontera impresses with its flexible loading capacity. With the rear seats folded down, it offers up to around 1,600 litres of luggage space with additional versatility being provided by the 60:40 split of the rear bench. After arriving at its destination, the family-friendly Frontera can easily shoulder a roof tent thanks to a stationary roof load of up to 240 kilogrammes.

Always electrified: Frontera Electric of Frontera Hybrid with 48-volt technology

To ensure responsible driving pleasure, customers can choose between battery-electric and highly efficient hybrid drives with 48-volt technology. The Frontera Hybrid has a 74 kW (100 hp) 1.2-litre petrol turbo engine developed specifically for hybrid use. This operates in combination with a 15.6 kW (21 hp) electric motor and an electrified six-speed dual clutch transmission, so that fuel consumption and CO₂ emissions are significantly lower compared to a conventionally powered model. In addition, the Frontera Hybrid is also available in combination with a 100 kW (136 hp) 1.2 turbo engine.

Customers who want to travel locally emissions-free can order the battery-electric Frontera Electric with 83 kW (113 hp), 44 kWh battery (43 kWh usable capacity) and a range of up to 308 kilometres (according to WLTP²). As an ‘Extended Range’ version, the Frontera Electric can travel up to around 400 kilometres (WLTP²) without stopping to charge.

With its expressive look, its clever and fun solutions along with an easy choice of fully electric or hybrid drivetrains, the new Opel Frontera once again shows that the German brand takes its electrification pledge seriously while simultaneously catering to the specific demands of customers.

^[1] A vehicle's values not only depend on the vehicle's efficient use of fuel, but are also influenced by driving behaviour and other non-technical factors.

^[2] Range values determined according to WLTP test procedure methodology (R (EC) No. 715/2007, R (EU) No. 2017/1151). The actual range can vary under everyday conditions and depends on various factors, in particular on personal driving style, route characteristics, outside temperature, use of heating and air conditioning and thermal preconditioning.

Contact:

Colin Yong                     
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colin.yong@opel-vauxhall.com