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 Opel Vivaro 2006 redesign |
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| Manufacturer | Opel [1] |
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| Also called | Nissan Primastar Renault Trafic Vauxhall Vivaro |
| Production | 2001–present |
| Assembly | Luton, United Kingdom (GM Manufacturing Luton) |
| Class | Van, Minibus |
| Layout | Front-engine / Front-wheel drive |
The Opel Vivaro is a medium-sized light commercial vehicle launched in 2001 and is the product of a joint venture between General Motors Europe, Renault and their alliance company Nissan.
The Vivaro is sold as an Opel in most European markets and as a Vauxhall in the United Kingdom. The Vivaro is also sold as the Nissan Primastar and the Renault Trafic.
The Vivaro is primarily manufactured at GM Manufacturing Luton (previously IBC) in Luton, England and by Nissan at their Zona Franca (Barcelona) facility in Spain.
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[edit] Model details
The Vivaro is available in panel van, minibus, combined bus/van and platform crew-cab configurations. Two different wheelbase styles and two roof heights options are also available, as well as three diesel engine power options and a petrol engine. The vehicle was given a mild facelift in 2006 during which the front indicators were moved from the front bumper, up into the headlight housing.
[edit] Electric version
The Vivaro e-Concept debuted September 2010 at the IAA Commercial Vehicle Show in Hanover, Germany.[2] It is plug-in hybrid vehicle, with an extended range of up to 250 miles (400 km) and includes 21 kWh lithium ion batteries enabling over 60 miles (97 km) of pure electric driving range.[3][4]
[edit] Awards
In the UK, The Vauxhall Vivaro won the Professional Van and Light Truck Magazine Van of the Year 2006 Award, having been judged against competitors by a panel of van users, buyers and asset management professionals.[citation needed]
[edit] Nissan Primastar
The Nissan Primastar, was also launched in 2001, and is available in panel van, combi, bus and chassis cab configurations. Two wheelbases and two roof heights are available, as well as three diesel engines and a petrol.
[edit] Gallery
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An AA Vauxhall Vivaro breakdown service van.
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A Coca-Cola Opel Vivaro in Essen, Germany.
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Facelifted Opel Vivaro bus front
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Facelifted Opel Vivaro bus back
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Nissan Primastar with options including colour-coded bumpers
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Nissan Primastar, post-facelift — note revised indicator lights
[edit] References
- ^ "About Opel: Opel sites and locations - Opel International". Opel.com. http://www.opel.com/experience_opel/company-information/locations.html. Retrieved 2012-01-17.
- ^ "Visitors: IAA - Internationale Automobil-Ausstellung". Iaa.de. http://www.iaa.de/index.php?id=besucher&L=1. Retrieved 2010-10-02.
- ^ "Vauxhall reveals range-extended van". TheGreenCarWebsite.co.uk. 2010-09-21. http://www.thegreencarwebsite.co.uk/blog/index.php/2010/09/21/vauxhall-reveals-range-extended-van/. Retrieved 2010-10-02.
- ^ "Discussion about the battery capacity". The Green & Energy Consulting Group. 2010-11-08. http://www.green-and-energy.com/blog/the-need-for-clarification-around-evs/.
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