If you’re considering an Opel SUV, you’re probably noticing how quickly the lineup is electrifying. In 2025, Opel’s SUV range is built around three core nameplates, Mokka, Frontera and Grandland, with a growing mix of hybrid and fully electric options. Even if you live in the US, understanding these models matters if you’re browsing imported European EVs or comparing them with similar compact and midsize SUVs on Recharged.
Opel vs. Vauxhall naming
In continental Europe these SUVs wear Opel badges. In the UK they’re sold as Vauxhall. Under the skin, the vehicles are essentially the same, so most specs and impressions apply to both badges.
Opel SUV market overview for 2025
Opel is part of the Stellantis group, and its SUV strategy mirrors many European brands: downsize engines, add hybrids and push hard into electric SUVs. By late 2025 you’ll see at least one battery‑electric variant in every core Opel SUV line, with the Grandland Electric and Mokka Electric already on sale and the Frontera Electric ramping up.
Key numbers for Opel electric SUVs (Europe)
US-market reality
Opel doesn’t have a retail presence in the United States today. If you’re a US shopper, you’ll mostly encounter Opel SUVs as used imports, or you’ll compare them with similar compact and midsize EVs from brands that do sell here.
Opel SUV lineup at a glance
Current Opel SUV family
Three nameplates, multiple powertrains, one electrification roadmap
Opel Mokka / Mokka Electric
Segment: Subcompact crossover (B‑SUV)
- City‑friendly footprint
- Pure electric and combustion options
- New sporty GSe trim as halo model
Opel Frontera / Frontera Electric
Segment: Budget‑focused compact crossover
- Replaces the older Crossland
- Roomier cabin, up to 7 seats promised
- 44 kWh+ batteries for EV versions
Opel Grandland / Grandland Electric
Segment: Compact–midsize family SUV
- Flagship SUV with the most tech
- Multiple hybrid and full‑EV variants
- New Long Range battery around 97 kWh
Quick rule of thumb
Think of Mokka as the city SUV, Frontera as the budget‑friendly family all‑rounder, and Grandland as the long‑range, feature‑rich flagship.
Opel Mokka: the compact urban SUV
The Opel Mokka is the smallest Opel SUV and arguably the most design‑driven. The latest refresh keeps the bold Vizor front end and adds updated tech and powertrains. For many buyers, though, the interesting piece is the Mokka Electric (sometimes badged as Mokka‑e in earlier years).
- B‑segment SUV: roughly 4.15 m long, easy to park in tight European cities
- Five‑door, five‑seat layout with around 310 L of trunk space
- Shares Stellantis’ compact EV platform with several other small electric crossovers
- Available in gas, hybrid and full‑electric variants depending on market
The latest Mokka Electric uses a roughly 54 kWh gross battery (about 51 kWh usable) and a 115 kW (156 hp) front motor. Real‑world range tends to land in the 200–250‑mile band depending on conditions, with WLTP figures around 250 miles or just over 400 km. DC fast‑charging peaks near 100 kW, taking the battery from about 10–80% in half an hour when you find a capable charger.
Where Mokka Electric shines
If most of your driving is in the city or on shorter commutes, the Mokka Electric’s combination of compact size, decent range and quick DC charging makes it a compelling everyday SUV, especially in markets with strong EV incentives.
Opel Frontera: budget family Opel SUV
The Opel Frontera is the new nameplate in the Opel SUV family, replacing the old Crossland. It’s designed as an affordable, practical family SUV with a boxier shape and more interior room than Mokka, but still a relatively compact footprint.
Built on Stellantis’ cost‑focused Smart Car platform, Frontera comes as a mild‑hybrid gas model or as the Frontera Electric. The EV uses a lithium‑iron‑phosphate battery around 44 kWh in its base form, with an official WLTP range of roughly 300 km (about 185 miles). A long‑range version follows with a larger battery targeting more than 400 km (250 miles) of WLTP range.
Opel Frontera SUV highlights
Designed to maximize space and keep prices in check
Family‑ready cabin
- Taller, more upright seating than Mokka
- Generous rear headroom for adults
- Large cargo area; 7‑seat version announced for some markets
Value‑first positioning
- Hybrid models start around the mid‑€20k range in Europe
- Frontera Electric from the high‑€20k range
- Intended as one of the most affordable EV SUVs in its class
Frontera vs. Mokka in the real world
Compared with the Mokka, the Frontera feels less premium but more spacious and family‑oriented. If you routinely carry kids, friends or bulky cargo, Frontera’s boxier shape is a real advantage.
Opel Grandland: flagship Opel electric SUV
At the top of the Opel SUV tree sits the Grandland, a compact‑to‑midsize SUV that competes with mainstream family crossovers. The newest generation brings a much more distinctive design and a full range of plug‑in hybrid and all‑electric powertrains.
The core Grandland Electric uses a battery in the 73–82 kWh band and a front‑motor setup around 210 hp, with WLTP range typically quoted in the low‑ to mid‑300‑mile area depending on configuration. A new Long Range version adds a battery close to 97 kWh and pushes official range toward 430 miles WLTP, making it one of the highest‑range models Opel has built.
Grandland strengths
- Long‑distance capability: big battery, efficient aero and solid DC fast‑charging.
- Comfort‑first tuning: soft ride, quiet cabin and ergonomic front seats.
- Tech features: large digital displays, advanced driver assists and in some trims, premium audio and matrix headlights.
Grandland trade‑offs
- Price: significantly higher than Mokka or Frontera, especially in EV form.
- Sportiness: acceleration is brisk but not thrilling; Opel tunes this SUV for comfort, not canyon carving.
- Weight: large battery means a heavy vehicle, which can blunt agility.
Flagship pricing reality
In Europe, well‑equipped Grandland Electric models can approach or exceed €50,000. Make sure you genuinely need the range and equipment before stretching your budget, smaller EV SUVs often cover most daily needs for far less.
Size, space and practicality compared
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Size comparison: Opel Mokka vs. Frontera vs. Grandland
Approximate exterior sizes and cargo volumes for key Opel SUVs. Exact figures vary by model year and trim.
| Model | Class | Length (approx.) | Seats | Cargo (rear seats up) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mokka / Mokka Electric | Subcompact (B‑SUV) | ~4.15 m | 5 | ~310 L |
| Frontera / Frontera Electric | Compact budget SUV | ~4.39 m | 5 (7‑seat version in select markets) | ~460 L |
| Grandland / Grandland Electric | Compact–midsize SUV | ~4.6–4.7 m | 5 | ~550 L |
Mokka is the city‑friendly option, Frontera is the space‑efficient family box, and Grandland is the long‑distance family hauler.
For day‑to‑day usability, all three Opel SUVs offer a high seating position and hatchback practicality. Mokka is ideal for tight streets and light urban parking, Frontera optimizes interior space on a budget, and Grandland gives you that extra room for road trips and growing families.
Measure your life, not just your garage
Before picking an Opel SUV (or any SUV), think beyond raw dimensions. Ask how often you carry four adults, how much luggage you bring on trips, and whether you truly need a third row. That exercise often nudges buyers from the biggest SUV down to a more efficient, easier‑to‑park option.
Electric range and charging for Opel SUVs
When you move into Opel electric SUVs, range and charging performance become central. All three SUV lines share Stellantis EV technology, but battery sizes and real‑world range differ quite a bit.
Opel electric SUV range overview
WLTP figures; expect somewhat lower real‑world numbers, especially at highway speeds and in cold weather.
Mokka Electric
- Battery: ~51 kWh usable
- WLTP range: around 250 mi (403 km)
- Real‑world: ~150–205 mi depending on conditions
Frontera Electric
- Battery: ~44 kWh (base), larger pack for Long Range
- WLTP range: ~185 mi (300 km) base, ~250 mi+ (400 km+) long‑range
- Best suited to regional use and city‑heavy driving.
Grandland Electric
- Battery: ~73–82 kWh, up to ~97 kWh Long Range
- WLTP range: generally 320–430 mi
- Comfortable long‑distance cruiser when paired with fast DC charging.
Key charging considerations for Opel SUVs
Check your home charging options
All Opel electric SUVs can charge on Level 2 AC. In Europe that usually means 11 kW three‑phase; in North America, a 240 V Level 2 charger. Make sure your panel and parking spot can support it.
Look at DC fast‑charging speeds
Typical Opel EV SUVs peak around 100–160 kW on DC fast‑charging. That’s enough for 10–80% in roughly 25–35 minutes if you start with a warm battery and a capable charger.
Plan for winter range
Cold weather, high speeds and roof boxes can meaningfully cut range. If you often drive in those conditions, consider a larger‑battery SUV like Grandland Electric.
Balance range vs. cost
Mokka and Frontera Electric trade ultimate range for lower price and weight. If your daily driving is modest, you may not need a 90+ kWh battery.
Don’t oversize the battery just in case
A bigger battery isn’t automatically better. It costs more up front, adds weight and can take longer to charge from a standard home charger. Estimate your real weekly driving, then choose the smallest battery that comfortably covers that pattern with a margin.
Ownership costs, reliability and battery health
Opel’s modern SUVs share a lot of hardware with other Stellantis brands, which spreads development cost but also means many components are already field‑tested. Running costs for the electric versions are generally low: electricity is cheaper than gas per mile, and EVs have fewer wear items like oil, exhaust systems and clutches.
- Scheduled maintenance mostly revolves around cabin filters, brake fluid and inspections.
- Regenerative braking reduces wear on discs and pads, particularly in city use.
- Most EV batteries carry an 8‑year / ~100,000–160,000 km warranty in Europe against excessive capacity loss.
- Software and infotainment quirks are a more common complaint than motors or batteries themselves.
Battery health matters most on used Opel SUVs
For a used Mokka Electric, Frontera Electric or Grandland Electric, the single biggest mechanical question is the true state of the battery. A car that’s fast‑charged constantly, stored at 100% or lived in extreme heat can show more degradation than a gently used example.
This is where tools like the Recharged Score report come in. When you buy a used EV through Recharged, you get verified battery‑health diagnostics, pricing benchmarked against similar vehicles, and expert guidance on how charging habits and climate likely affected the pack. Even if you never buy an Opel, that same approach helps you compare any used electric SUV with confidence.
Shopping a used Opel SUV from the US
If you’re in the US, you won’t see Opel SUVs on a traditional new‑car lot. But you might encounter imported European EVs at niche dealers or in online listings, or you may simply be trying to benchmark Opel’s SUVs as you shop popular US‑market models like the Hyundai Kona Electric, Kia Niro EV, Chevy Equinox EV or Volkswagen ID.4 on Recharged.
When an imported Opel SUV might make sense
- You’re relocating from Europe and know the product well.
- You have access to a specialist who can service Stellantis European models.
- You’re looking for something unique and are comfortable with sourcing parts.
Risks to keep in mind
- Limited dealer and parts support in North America.
- Different charging ports or DC standards compared with US infrastructure.
- Potential challenges registering or insuring non‑US‑spec cars.
Check charging standard and safety compliance
European‑market Opel SUVs use EU‑spec charging hardware and lighting, and they’re certified to EU, not US, safety rules. That’s not necessarily a deal‑breaker, but you should confirm compatibility with local charging networks and state regulations before you commit.
How Recharged helps with used EV SUVs
Whether you’re comparing an Opel SUV on paper or cross‑shopping similar EVs that are actually sold in the US, the pain points are the same: battery health, charging experience, and total cost of ownership. Recharged is built around solving exactly those questions.
Why shoppers use Recharged for used EV SUVs
Data, diagnostics and support from first click to final mile.
Recharged Score report
Financing and fair pricing
Nationwide EV‑savvy delivery
Opel SUV FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Opel SUVs
Bottom line: which Opel SUV fits you?
If you’re drawn to an Opel SUV, the choice comes down to size, budget and driving pattern. Mokka and Mokka Electric are perfect if you value style, compact dimensions and enough range for everyday life. Frontera Electric trades some polish for space and price, making it the budget‑friendly family hauler. Grandland Electric is the flagship, with long‑range batteries and extra comfort for serious highway miles, at flagship prices.
For US‑based shoppers, you’ll mostly encounter Opel as a benchmark rather than a direct purchase. The same questions still apply when you browse used EV SUVs on Recharged: how big a vehicle do you really need, how far do you actually drive, and what does the battery’s health look like today, not just when the car was new? Answer those honestly, and you’ll end up in the right SUV, whether or not it wears an Opel badge.
