It’s been a few days since Opel unveiled the Karl (ditto for the Vauxhall Viva), which General Motors feels will set new standards in its class in Europe and elsewhere. But it’s time to raise the curtain again, this time with Opel‘s Vice President of Design, Mark Adams, in his own words.
Adams and his team had the task of creating a bold personality for a vehicle with the size of the Karl’s 11.8-foot footprint. What’s noticeable first is the strong central grille with the Opel “Blitz” surrounded by chrome signature “wings” common with other Opels in the portfolio. “Sculptural artistry meets German precision” was the design philosophy, and nowhere is this more apparent than with the headlights, which impart a “high-value equation to the customer.”
Moving to the side, the tapering roofline and window-line gives a sense of balance that make the Karl appear dynamic and sporty in a segment that often doesn’t exhibit those qualities. The signature lower blade helps give the Karl some movement and dynamism – very import for this category of car, according to Adams.
Out back, the design of the rear window, among other things, help the Opel Karl appear like it’s resting on its rear haunches to give it that springing forward look.
All said, the new Karl enhances and completes Opel’s small-car portfolio that includes the Adam and Corsa.
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comedy. every time same film but different car.
i want see chevy spark . when we see chevy spark
Holy cow that guy makes that car look so small. I bet he can put his hands on each side of the front bumper and give it a hug. lol 🙂
This car is also a small mini pariel rather large sedan ahhaaaaa
Glad to see GM has abandoned the MPV height in it’s new A segment car.