The new sports star of the OPEL ADAM family is called OPEL ADAM S. It will mark the top of the range of the colorful OPEL ADAM portfolio and will show what it has to offer at the "Mondial de l'Automobile 2014" in Paris. A study version of the OPEL ADAM S was presented at the Geneva Motor Show last spring and now the decision has been taken to produce the sporty OPEL ADAM. The OPEL ADAM S will be available for order from November produced from 2015. Slick design, a spirited powertrain and naturally numerous individualization possibilities characterize the latest OPEL ADAM. Drivers who like a somewhat sportier drive can find a 110 kW/150 hp, 1.4-liter Turbo ECOTEC unit under the hood. In addition, a specially tuned chassis and the OPC braking system ensure that the pocket rocket stays on the road even at high speeds. The OPEL ADAM S' sporting pedigree is plain to see - the designers have given it a slick styling both on the in and outside. The racy small car completes the OPEL ADAM model range with the crossover OPEL ADAM ROCKS having already been introduced. With the OPEL ADAM S, Opel have once again shown how versatile the OPEL ADAM family is, always according to the principle: individual, exciting and strong. The OPEL ADAM S will give the best connected small car and individualization champion another dimension with its performance.

Turbocharged pocket rocket

With 110 kW/150 hp and 220 Nm of torque on tap, the special new version of the 1.4-liter Turbo ECOTEC unit in the OPEL ADAM S boasts a specific power output exceeding 100 hp/liter. It delivers 50 percent more horsepower and 70 percent more torque than its naturally-aspirated 1.4-liter stable-mate. Combined to a six-speed manual gearbox, the new turbocharged engine impresses with outstanding responsiveness and a torque plateau that suits a spirited style of driving, making curvy roads the ideal terrain for the little sports star. The OPEL ADAM S accelerates from 0 to 100 in only 8.5 seconds. Top speeds of well over 200 km/h are possible with the engine.

OPEL ADAM S's 1.4 Turbo engine is naturally fitted with Start/Stop technology and the engine already meets the future Euro 6 emission standards. The dual cam phasing for continuously variable valve timing and a turbocharger integrated within the exhaust manifold for reduced weight and compact packaging. Numerous weight-saving features include a cast iron block with a hollow frame structure, hollow-cast camshafts and a plastic intake manifold. In this arrangement the sportsman of the OPEL ADAM family makes do with a mere 6.4 liters of gasoline per 100 kilometers.

The sporty driving characteristics are enhanced by the specially tuned performance chassis, developed especially for the OPEL ADAM S, and direct, sharp performance steering. But the pocket rocket can also handle itself in case of an emergency - large OPC S brakes, custom-made for the various wheel sizes, ensure excellent braking characteristics. The 18-inch wheels with propeller-design rims are fitted with 225/35 R 18 tires and the red brake calipers can be seen. Alternatively, 17-inch wheels are available. Sportsman at first sight: captivating ‚Red 'n' Roll' design