Vauxhall has announced that the Mokka GSE, inspired by the prototype Mokka GSE Rally, will go into production and is showing the first pictures of the exciting high-performance model.
The new Mokka GSE will be nothing less than the fastest battery-electric Vauxhall – packed in a unique GSE and rally design and equipped with specific technology.
Above all, the new Vauxhall Mokka GSE impresses with its strong performance. With a peak output of 207kW (280hp), the production electric car will be just as powerful as its motorsport counterpart. And with immediate torque of 345 Nm, it accelerates just as uncompromisingly. From a standing start it can reach 62mph in just 5.9 seconds – and with a top speed of 124mph, it will soon be the fastest all-electric Vauxhall.
Mokka GSE drivers can choose from three distinct drive modes: In ‘Sport’ mode, the electric car is set up for performance and delivers its full power; in ‘Normal’ mode it reaches up to 112mph and in ‘Eco’ all settings are trimmed for the greatest possible efficiency. The Mokka GSE stores its energy in a 54kWh lithium-ion battery.
Steve Catlin, Managing Director, Vauxhall commented: “The new Mokka GSE brings motorsport energy to the streets. Using years of pioneering electric motorsport experience, we have put our best engineering, power, and handling into a car made for daily thrills. With its striking design, sharp handling, and outstanding performance, the Mokka GSE is made to be exciting to drive and builds on a proud heritage of sporting Vauxhalls for the modern electric era. We can’t wait to see the car in the hands of our car-loving community soon.”
Its kerb weight of less than 1.6 tonnes, which is exemplary for a battery-electric vehicle, and the sophisticated technology, which was also inspired by the rally prototype, also contribute to the exceptional performance. For example, the Mokka GSE has front-wheel drive with a Torsen multi-plate limited-slip differential as well as a chassis with specially designed axles and new double hydraulic shock absorbers. The new rear axle has 189 per cent increased roll stiffness compared to a normal Mokka Electric.
All high-voltage components of the standard Mokka GSE, such as the motor, inverter, battery or wiring harness, come from the Mokka GSE Rally. The steering system, chassis and brakes have also been designed to be particularly sporty and optimised thanks to the experience of Opel – Vauxhall’s sister brand – in electric rallying over the last five years. The front brakes are from performance braking experts, Alcon, and are 380mm in diameter with four-piston calipers.
While the well-known and successful Vauxhall Mokka already turns heads with its characteristic design, new colours, new cockpit and top technologies, the new Vauxhall Mokka GSE shows its performance focus at first glance. GSE-specific inserts inspired by the rally prototype adorn the compact electric car on the front apron and at the rear. Safe contact with the road is ensured by the wheel-tyre combination specially developed for the Mokka GSE.
The new aerodynamically optimised 20-inch alloy wheels combined with the Michelin Pilot Sport EV 225/40 R20 tyres are only available for the Mokka GSE at Vauxhall. Within the strikingly designed rims in GSE design, the yellow four-piston GSE brake callipers stand out. And finally, the yellow and black GSE lettering on the front and sides make a further clear statement.
This claim is also confirmed by the interior of the new Mokka GSE. Grey/black, white and yellow are the predominant colours. The driver and front passenger sit on special Alcantara GSE sports seats with integrated headrests, which optimally integrate the driver into the vehicle. A white line that extends across the centre of the covers and yellow stitching give the seats their characteristic look. Furthermore, Alcantara door inserts are further proof of the attention to detail. The steering system, which was newly developed for the Mokka GSE, and steering wheel, flattened at the top and bottom, promise direct feedback while aluminium sports pedals await acceleration and braking commands.
The necessary information is provided to the driver by the 10-inch digital driver information display that can be customised in many ways and the central colour touchscreen. This contains GSE performance data, G-force display, acceleration values, battery management data and much more. The displays were also designed in the typical GSE style. The new Mokka GSE is characterised by a high-quality and highly dynamic design down to the smallest detail, both inside and out.
With all these components, the Mokka GSE will deliver true OMG moments in everyday use. Further information on the world premiere and market launch of the new Vauxhall Mokka GSE will follow shortly.
