Many COTY jury members appreciated the looks and visual quality of this model.
“But the new mid-sized car from Rüsselsheim is much more than style,” the non-profit COTY organization said.
“Active and passive safety, comfort and a wide array of efficient engines characterize this model. The richness of equipment can be increased with sophisticated options such as the ‘Opel Eye’, that reads road signals, FlexRide suspension and nine-mode Adaptive Forward Lighting.”
First major award for Opel’s new compact class car. With top marks in the engine, energy consumption, chassis, braking, steering and safety-relevant driver assistance categories.
Only four months since it was launched, the new Opel Astra is on a winning streak. It has already picked up 16 awards. The latest is the prestigious red dot for product design, in recognition of its bold makeover.
Opel Eye to receive new Euro NCAP Advanced Safety Technology reward. Opel Eye is a front camera system with lane departure warning and traffic sign recognition. The ceremony will take place at the Paris Auto Show on October 1st 2010.
Awards & Accolades.
