Opel has given its flagship SUV a serious upgrade: the Grandland Electric AWD is the brand's first battery-electric model with all-wheel drive, and the first Grandland able to tow a caravan or boat trailer with real confidence. A second electric motor on the rear axle lifts total system output to 239 kW (325 PS / 320 hp) and unlocks a braked towing capacity of up to 1,350 kg, while a chassis with Frequency Selective Damping technology and four selectable drive modes keep the extra power usable rather than just a spec-sheet number. Crucially, this is an addition to the Grandland Electric line-up, not a replacement — the existing single-motor, front-wheel-drive Grandland Electric continues alongside it with its own, more efficient range figures. The AWD version starts at €51,750 (RRP incl. VAT, Germany) in GS trim and tops out at €59,990 for the fully loaded Ultimate. Both share the same 73 kWh usable battery and reach up to 502 km on the WLTP cycle, positioning the Grandland Electric AWD as a family SUV that can genuinely double as a tow vehicle without giving up electric-only motoring.
Performance & Specs
The Grandland Electric AWD pairs the 157 kW (213 PS / 211 hp) front motor already used in the single-motor Grandland Electric with a new 82 kW (112 PS / 110 hp) motor on the rear axle, for a combined 239 kW (325 PS / 320 hp) and 509 Nm of torque. That is enough for 0-100 km/h in 6.1 seconds and a 180 km/h top speed, versus 9.0 seconds for the front-wheel-drive Grandland Electric with the same battery. Drivers can choose between four modes: Normal (front motor prioritised, power capped at 230 kW), Eco (front motor only, capped at 157 kW for maximum efficiency), Sport (60:40 front/rear torque split with sharper throttle and steering response) and 4WD (both motors running continuously for maximum grip on loose or slippery surfaces). An ESP system with a trailer anti-oscillation function (TSM) is standard, actively countering caravan sway at speed.
| Powertrain | Dual-motor AWD BEV |
|---|---|
| Power | 239 kW (325 PS / 320 hp) |
| Torque | 509 Nm |
| 0–100 km/h | 6.1 s |
| Battery | 73 kWh (usable) |
| Range | Up to 502 km (WLTP) |
| POWERTRAIN TYPE | Battery-electric, dual-motor AWD |
|---|---|
| HORSEPOWER | 239 kW (325 PS / 320 hp) |
| ACCELERATION | 0-100 km/h in 6.1 s |
| TOP SPEED | 180 km/h |
| DRIVETRAIN | AWD (front + rear motor) |
| BATTERY | 73 kWh usable, lithium-ion NMC |
| ELECTRIC RANGE | Up to 502 km (WLTP, GS trim) |
| TOWING CAPACITY | Up to 1,350 kg (braked) |
Dimensions & Practicality
| Length | 4,650 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,905 mm |
| Height | 1,667 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,784 mm |
| Curb weight | 2,290 kg |
At 4.65 m long and 1.91 m wide, the Grandland Electric AWD is a proper mid-size SUV, with the same body and 40:20:40 split-folding rear bench as the rest of the Grandland range. Opel quotes at least 485 litres of load space behind the rear seats, rising to 1,580 litres with the bench folded flat, which is class-competitive for the segment. There is no separate front trunk, since the underbonnet space is shared with the second motor and its power electronics. The Intelli-Seats up front are certified by the German back-health association Aktion Gesunder Rücken, and Opel offers them in Alcantara or, at no extra cost, nappa leather. A transparent Pixel Box in the centre console doubles as wireless phone charging in view of the driver.
| LENGTH | 4,650 mm |
|---|---|
| WIDTH | 1,905 mm (2,103 mm incl. mirrors) |
| HEIGHT | 1,667 mm |
| WHEELBASE | 2,784 mm |
| CARGO VOLUME | 485 L (1,580 L seats folded) |
| GVWR | 2,750 kg |
Charging & Battery
Both AWD trims share the same 73 kWh usable lithium-ion NMC battery on a 400V architecture as the single-motor Grandland Electric. On a public DC fast-charger, Opel quotes a 20-80% top-up in under 30 minutes, with a peak DC rate of up to 160 kW. On a home or public AC wallbox, the Grandland Electric AWD accepts up to 11 kW, which is a full charge from empty in roughly seven to eight hours overnight. Buyers in Germany who purchase the AWD Ultimate before the end of September 2026 also qualify for Opel's "Electric All In" bundle, which throws in a home wallbox, route-planning e-services, an eight-year mobile charging and breakdown-assistance package, and a battery warranty at no extra charge.
| BATTERY | 73 kWh usable, lithium-ion NMC, 400V |
|---|---|
| AC CHARGING | 11 kW |
| DC FAST CHARGING | Up to 160 kW |
| DC 10-80% TIME | Under 30 min |
Design & Interior
Visually, the AWD version keeps the Grandland's signature 3D Vizor front end with a centrally illuminated Opel Blitz badge and "Edge Light" detailing, plus an illuminated OPEL wordmark across the tailgate. The range-topping Ultimate trim adds the award-winning Intelli-Lux HD matrix headlights, built from more than 50,000 individually controlled elements, along with 20-inch "Diamond Cut" aero alloy wheels, carbon-look bumper trim and aluminium pedals. Inside, both trims get the Intelli-Seats up front and a lounge-like cabin ambience, while the Ultimate specifically adds a panoramic electric sliding glass sunroof that opens up the sense of space for second-row passengers too. Materials lean on soft-touch surfaces and patterned fabric or leather upholstery rather than hard plastics, continuing Opel's push toward a more premium cabin feel across the Grandland range. The overall effect is closer to a German premium-brand SUV than a mainstream family crossover, which fits Opel's positioning of the Grandland as its flagship model.
Technology & Features
The centrepiece of the cabin is Opel's multimedia system with a navigation-equipped touchscreen of up to 16 inches, paired with a configurable digital instrument cluster. The Ultimate trim layers on the Intelli-HUD head-up display, projecting speed, navigation and assistance-system prompts into the driver's line of sight, along with a 360-degree Intelli-Vision camera for tight parking and off-tarmac manoeuvring. A sensor-controlled, hands-free electric tailgate is standard on Ultimate, and the Ultimate's optional Focal-branded sound system rounds out the tech package. Smartphone integration covers wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on both trims, and the transparent Pixel Box adds wireless charging without hiding the phone from view.
Safety & ADAS
The Grandland Electric AWD carries Opel's Intelli-Drive 2.0 driver-assistance suite as standard, bundling adaptive cruise control with Stop & Go, semi-automated lane-change assist, lane-keeping, intelligent speed adaptation and traffic-sign recognition. Corner radars in the rear bumper cover blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert, useful both in city parking and when reversing a trailer. The related Grandland model line (which shares its structure with the Peugeot 3008) was rated 4 stars by Euro NCAP under the organisation's tougher 2025 protocols. With a trailer attached, the standard ESP gains a trailer anti-oscillation function (TSM) that brakes individual wheels to damp out caravan sway before it becomes dangerous.
| ADAS LEVEL | L2 (Intelli-Drive 2.0) |
|---|---|
| ADAS FEATURES | ACC with Stop & Go, semi-automated lane-change assist, lane-keeping, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, 360° camera, trailer anti-oscillation (TSM) |
Available Versions
| VERSION | POWER | TORQUE | 0-100 | TOP SPEED | DRIVETRAIN | BATTERY | EV RANGE | COMBINED RANGE | PRICE | KEY DIFFERENCES |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GS AWD | 320 hp | 509 Nm | 6.1 s | 180 km/h | AWD | 73 kWh | Up to 502 km | — | $59,300 | Entry AWD trim, longest range, 19-inch wheels, 16-inch touchscreen |
| Ultimate AWD | 320 hp | 509 Nm | 6.1 s | 180 km/h | AWD | 73 kWh | Up to 489 km | — | $68,700 | Panoramic sunroof, 20-inch wheels, Intelli-HUD, 360° camera, Matrix LED lights |
Pricing & Availability
In Germany, the Opel Grandland Electric AWD range opens at €51,750 (RRP incl. VAT) for the GS trim and rises to €59,990 for the fully loaded Ultimate, which was the only AWD trim offered when order books first opened in mid-2025. In the UK, Vauxhall (Opel's sister brand under Stellantis) prices the same dual-motor SUV from £35,495 for GS and £36,995 for Ultimate, both figures including the UK government's Electric Car Grant, and notably undercutting the single-motor Grandland Electric on price. The Grandland Electric AWD is built alongside the rest of the Grandland range and sold across Opel's and Vauxhall's European dealer networks; Opel does not sell any model in North America or China, so this SUV is not expected in those markets.
How It Compares
Against another European premium electric SUV, the Audi Q4 e-tron, the Grandland Electric AWD is the more affordable proposition and lands close on both power and WLTP range, though the Audi carries the stronger badge and roughly 20 hp more. Stepping outside Europe's segment logic and into what similar money buys from China's fastest-growing EV makers shows a different picture: a NIO ES9 at a similar price point offers more than double the horsepower and a bigger battery pack, while a BYD Leopard 8 PHEV brings enormous combined range from its extender engine, though at the cost of full plug-in-only driving. None of the three matches the Grandland's specific trick, though — a certified 1,350 kg towing capacity paired with real 320 hp all-wheel drive is still rare among electric SUVs in this price bracket, Chinese or European.
- Genuine 1,350 kg braked towing capacity plus real AWD grip — a rare combination on an electric SUV at this price
- Fast DC charging (up to 160 kW, 20-80% under 30 minutes) and a 400V architecture shared with the single-motor Grandland Electric
- Well-equipped cabin as standard, with Intelli-Seats, a 16-inch touchscreen and wireless phone charging built in from the GS trim up
- AWD costs a real premium over the single-motor Grandland Electric and, on the top Ultimate trim, actually loses range (489 km vs. up to 525 km on the FWD car)
- Only one battery size is offered on the AWD so far — the larger 97 kWh Long Range pack available on the FWD Grandland Electric isn't (yet) offered with all-wheel drive
The Grandland Electric AWD is aimed squarely at families who want to go fully electric without giving up towing a caravan, boat or trailer — a need most electric SUVs simply ignore. At 320 hp, 509 Nm and a genuine 1,350 kg towing rating, backed by fast DC charging and a well-equipped, comfortable cabin, it delivers exactly what it promises. The trade-offs are a meaningful price step over the single-motor Grandland Electric and, on the flagship Ultimate trim, a small range penalty versus that cheaper front-wheel-drive sibling. For buyers who genuinely need the trailer capability or the extra traction, this is an easy recommendation within Opel's own range; for everyone else, the standard Grandland Electric remains the more efficient buy.
