Electrifying Vauxhall Grandland unveiled

14.08.24 14:42 - By Andy Dickens

As Vauxhall pushes to offer all models in EV options, their new SUV hits the roads from October

Vauxhall has officially opened orders for its New Grandland, a dynamic and spacious SUV that marks a significant step forward in the brand’s design and technology. The New Grandland starts at £34,700 OTR, with deliveries beginning in October. Positioned as the flagship of Vauxhall’s SUV lineup, this model incorporates bold design elements inspired by the Vauxhall Experimental concept, such as the 3D Vizor, which is standard across all trims. Vauxhall has streamlined the New Grandland’s offerings into three trim levels: Design, GS, and Ultimate. 


Each trim level comes with a suite of advanced features, from LED lighting and driver assistance technologies to high-end audio systems and panoramic glass roofs, ensuring that the New Grandland meets a variety of customer needs while delivering on Vauxhall’s promise of innovation, comfort, and sustainability. The GS trim and above also feature an illuminated Griffin logo in the center of the front grille, complemented by distinctive compass-style lighting details at both the front and rear.

 

At 4,650mm in length, the New Grandland is the largest model in Vauxhall's refreshed SUV range, which also includes the Mokka and the upcoming Frontera. This size translates into superior passenger comfort, ample interior space, and generous storage options. A key highlight is the introduction of Vauxhall’s Intelli-Lux Pixel Matrix HD lighting system, which features over 50,000 individual elements, providing high-definition light distribution tailored to traffic conditions. This system, along with the vehicle’s BEV-native STLA Medium platform, sets the New Grandland apart in terms of both innovation and sustainability. The platform supports a new flat battery design that will eventually enable a 98kWh battery and an electric range of up to 435 miles.

 

The New Grandland’s interior showcases Vauxhall’s commitment to comfort and technology. The driver-oriented cockpit includes a 10-inch infotainment touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a fully digital 10-inch cluster that displays essential driving information. Higher trims offer a larger 16-inch infotainment system with wireless smartphone charging and additional features such as AGR-certified ergonomic seats with Intelli-Seat technology, providing exceptional comfort, especially on long journeys. The SUV also excels in interior versatility, offering over 35 liters of storage space, including innovative solutions like the illuminated Pixel Box, which securely stores and charges smartphones. The rear seats can be folded down in a 40:20:40 split, expanding the load volume to 1,645 liters.


From launch, the New Grandland offers a fully electrified range of powertrains, including the New Grandland Electric, which features a 73kWh battery and a range of up to 325 miles on a single charge. A Long-Range version with a 98kWh battery is expected next year, extending the range to an estimated 435 miles. Recharging the battery to 80% takes just 26 minutes at a rapid charger.

Customers can also enjoy monthly price parity between electric and hybrid versions thanks to Vauxhall’s innovative five-year PCP offer on electric models, meaning that drivers can choose a new EV for the same monthly cost as one of the hybrids.

Andy Dickens