Opel Cascada

Opel Cascada
Opel Cascada
Overview
Manufacturer	Opel (General Motors)
Also called	Buick Cascada; Vauxhall Cascada; Holden Cascada; Opel Cabrio
Production	March 2013–present
Assembly	Poland: Gliwice
Designer	Andrew Dyson; Elizabeth Wetzel
Body and chassis
Class	Mid-size car convertible
Body style	2-door convertible
Layout	Front-engine, front-wheel-drive
Platform	Delta II platform
Related	Opel Astra J; Opel Zafira Tourer C; Opel Insignia
Powertrain
Engine	1.4 L Turbo Ecotec I4 petrol; 1.6 L Turbo Ecotec SIDI I4 petrol; 2.0 L Turbo Ecotec CDTI I4 diesel
Transmission	6-speed manual; 6-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,695 mm (106.1 in)
Length	4,696 mm (184.9 in)
Width	1,839 mm (72.4 in)
Height	1,443 mm (56.8 in)
Curb weight	1,701–1,816 kg (3,750–4,004 lb)
Chronology
Predecessor	Opel Astra TwinTop

The Opel Cascada (Spanish for "waterfall") is a mid-size convertible engineered^[3] and manufactured by the German automaker Opel since 2013.^[4] It is also marketed as the Opel Cabrio in Spain, Vauxhall Cascada in the United Kingdom, the Holden Cascada in Australia and New Zealand^[5], and debuted as the 2016 Buick Cascada at the 2015 North American International Auto Show in the United States.

Trim

The model line up consists of 'SE' and 'Elite'. Elite being the top of the range in the United Kingdom.

Opening process of the fabric roof
Rear view
Cockpit
Center console

Buick Cascada

The 2016 Buick Cascada was unveiled at the 2015 North American International Auto Show in January 2015. The new Buick Cascada will be available Spring 2016 in base and Premium trim levels. It will be the brand's first factory convertible since the 1991 Buick Reatta and first 2-door model since the 1999 Buick Riviera.

2016 Buick Cascada
Rear view

Engines

The Opel Cascada has a new turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder Medium Gasoline Engine with Spark Ignition Direct Injection technology, which reduces fuel consumption and allows higher torque outputs.

The engine produces 170 PS (125 kW) of power and 280 N⋅m (207 lbf⋅ft) of torque between 1650-3200 rpm. Other engines include two 1.4 L Family 0 petrol with 120 PS (88 kW) and 140 PS (103 kW) both with 200 Nm (220 Nm with overboost) and 2.0 L CDTI diesel with 165 PS (121 kW) and 380 N⋅m (280 lbf⋅ft).

Petrol engine
Model	Engine	Displacement	Power	Torque	Note	CO₂ emission (g/km)	Years
1.4 Turbo VVT	I4	1364 cc	120 PS (88 kW; 118 hp) at 4200 rpm	200 N⋅m (148 lb⋅ft) at 1850-4200 rpm	N/A in UK	153	2013-
1.4 Turbo VVT		1364 cc	140 PS (103 kW; 138 hp) at 4900 rpm	200 N⋅m (148 lb⋅ft) at 1850-4900 rpm		148	2013-
1.6 Turbo SIDI		1598 cc	170 PS (125 kW; 168 hp) at 6000 rpm	260 N⋅m (192 lb⋅ft) (overboost 280 (207)) at 1650-4250 rpm		148	2013-
1.6 Turbo SIDI		1598 cc	200 PS (147 kW; 197 hp) at 5500 rpm	280 N⋅m (207 lb⋅ft) (overboost 300 (221)) at 1650-3500 rpm		158	2014-
Diesel engine
Model	Engine	Displacement	Power	Torque	Note	CO₂ emission (g/km)	Years
2.0 CDTI	I4	1956 cc	165 PS (121 kW; 163 hp) at 4000 rpm	350 N⋅m (258 lb⋅ft) at 1750–2500 rpm		138	2013–
2.0 CDTI BiTurbo	I4		195 PS (143 kW; 192 hp) at 4000 rpm	400 N⋅m (295 lb⋅ft) at 1750–2500 rpm		138	2014–

References

^ "Holden Adds Performance Opel Models To Vehicle Lineup - GM Authority". GM Authority. Retrieved 15 July 2015.
^ "Cascada Official Start of Production: Glamor from Gliwice". media.gm.com. Retrieved 15 July 2015.
^ "Buick Cascada: Developed in Germany and Built in Poland". media.gm.com. Retrieved 15 July 2015.
^ "Officially Official: Upcoming Opel/Vauxhaull Convertible To Be Called Cascada". GM Authority. Retrieved 15 July 2015.
^ "2015 Holden Cascada review | road test". CarsGuide. Retrieved 2015-11-27.

External links

[1] "Holden Adds Performance Opel Models To Vehicle Lineup - GM Authority". GM Authority. Retrieved 15 July 2015.

[2] "Cascada Official Start of Production: Glamor from Gliwice". media.gm.com. Retrieved 15 July 2015.

[3] "Buick Cascada: Developed in Germany and Built in Poland". media.gm.com. Retrieved 15 July 2015.

[4] "Officially Official: Upcoming Opel/Vauxhaull Convertible To Be Called Cascada". GM Authority. Retrieved 15 July 2015.

[5] "2015 Holden Cascada review | road test". CarsGuide. Retrieved 2015-11-27.

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