2016-2021 Opel Ampera-e Gen 1 - Compare Electric Car USA Specs

Specifications and Dimensions

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General Info

Years of Production When the car first came out and when they stopped making it: 2016-2021 (Discontinued)

Available in the USA: No

Country of Manufacture Country where final assembly of the car took place

USA

Body Style Vehicle category based on its shape and layout: Hatchback

Range and Efficiency

Range Range on a full charge: EPA (USA), WLTP (EU), NEDC (EU old), GCC (Green Cars Compare): WLTP

EPA

NEDC

GCC

263 mi 149 out of 242 No Data 323 mi 8 out of 55 233 mi 135 out of 253

Battery Capacity Nominal (total energy storage), Usable (accessible portion): Nominal

Usable

60 kWh 99 out of 162 57 kWh 120 out of 184

Efficiency Higher efficiency means lower energy consumption: Energy/Range

Range/Energy

24.5 kWh/100 mi 34 out of 210 4.09 mi/kWh 49 out of 237

Charging

Max AC Charging: 7.2 kW 18 out of 24

Max DC Charging: 50 kW 79 out of 85

Architecture Higher voltage allows to charge faster and use less wiring: 400 V

Charge Port The port type impacts charging speed and station compatibility

CCS Type 2

Performance

Drive Type Motor types: PMSM (Permanent Magnet Synchronous), IM (AC Induction), EESM (Externally Excited Synchronous): FWD 1 motor: PMSM

Motor Peak power and torque of the car's electric motor(s): Power

Torque

150 kW (201 hp) 145 out of 190 266 lb-ft 139 out of 187

0-60 mph Acceleration time from a standstill: 7 s 53 out of 118

Top Speed The fastest the car can go (max speed): 92 mph 55 out of 68

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Dimensions

Length Car's body length (front to back bumper): 163.9 in 183 out of 223

Width Car's body width including or excluding side mirrors: with Mirrors

w/o Mirrors

80.3 in 68 out of 106 69.5 in 79 out of 97

Height Car's body height (from ground to highest point): 62.8 in 76 out of 153

Wheelbase Distance between centers of front and rear wheels (affects ride and handling): 102.4 in 110 out of 136

Cargo and Towing

Number of Seats Total passenger capacity of the car (including driver): 5

Curb Weight Car's weight without passengers or cargo: 3728 lb 402 out of 513

Cargo Volume Cargo capacity: Trunk (rear seats up), Max (rear seats folded), Frunk (front hood): Trunk

Max

Frunk

13.5 ft³ 109 out of 155 45 ft³ 119 out of 178 No Data

Towing Capacity Maximum weight the car can tow safely with a trailer that has its own brakes: No Data

Last Updated:

October 10, 2024

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Range Map

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Light green area: Round-trip
Dark green area: One-way

Charging

Slow (AC)

Fast (DC)

Home and Office (AC) Charging

Fast (DC) Charging

This car does not support DC fast charging

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NEMA 5-15

Output:: 1.8 kW

120 V, 15 A, 1-phase

NEMA 5-20

Output:: 2.4 kW

120 V, 20 A, 1-phase

NEMA 6-20

Output:: 4.8 kW

240 V, 20 A, 1-phase

NEMA 14-30

Output:: 7.2 kW

240 V, 30 A, 1-phase

NEMA 14-50

Output:: 9.6 kW

240 V, 40 A, 1-phase

NEMA 6-50

Output:: 9.6 kW

240 V, 40 A, 1-phase

Charging power is limited by the car’s on-board charger (7.2 kW) Charging power is limited by the car’s DC charging capability (50 kW)

The car only accepts single-phase current (max 240 V)

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The car’s DC charging capability at 400V stations is limited to 50 kW

Time

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Avg. Rate

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Avg. Power

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AC Charging 20–80%

Using a outlet, charging the Opel Ampera-e Gen 1 (2016-2021) from 20% to 80% takes around h min. Plug it in now, and it’ll be good to go by .

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DC Charging 20–80%

Using a station, charging the Opel Ampera-e Gen 1 (2016-2021) from 20% to 80% takes around h min. Plug it in now, and it’ll be good to go by .

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Overview

The Opel Ampera-e Gen 1 (2016-2021) is an all-electric front-wheel drive hatchback. It came out in 2016. Opel stopped making the Gen 1 in 2021. The car is not available on the US market.

The Opel Ampera-e Gen 1 (2016-2021) has a 60 kWh battery pack, allowing it to travel up to 233 mi on a single charge — ranked №464 out of 852 electric vehicles.

How powerful is it? How fast does it accelerate?

The Opel Ampera-e Gen 1 (2016-2021) achieves a 0 to 60 mph acceleration in 7 seconds (placing it at №53 out of 118 ranked positions, among 852 electric vehicles, with some cars sharing positions) and attains a maximum speed of 92 mph.

Its powertrain provides a power output of up to 150 kW (201 hp) and a torque of 266 lb-ft.

How far can it go on single charge? What is the real-world range?

Opel Ampera-e Gen 1 (2016-2021) achieves a real-world range of 233 miles, placing it at №135 among 253 ranked positions. However, this range is subject to several influences:

Speed: Traveling at higher speeds reduces battery life.
Temperature: Extreme cold or hot weather can affect range.
Terrain: Hilly or mountainous landscapes decrease range.
Driving habits: Aggressive driving with frequent acceleration and braking consumes more energy.
Feature usage: Climate control and media systems also influence range.

It's important to acknowledge that these are estimations, and your actual driving range may differ. Consider these factors when planning your trip and be ready for potential charging stops.

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What charging options are available? How long does it take to charge it?

The Opel Ampera-e Gen 1 (2016-2021) in the USA comes with a CCS Type 2 charging port. It can be charged at home using a standard domestic socket or at any public AC charging station with the compatible cable. It's important to note that the car's on-board charger (inverter) limits the maximum AC charging rate to 7.2 kW, resulting in approximately 26 miles of range added per hour of charging.

For significantly faster charging, public DC fast-charging stations are available. Although the car can achieve a maximum DC charging rate of 50 kW, factors such as battery temperature and charge level may affect the actual charging speed.

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How big is it? What are the dimensions (length, width, height)?

The size and weight specifications for Opel Ampera-e Gen 1 (2016-2021) are as follows:

Length: 163.9 in
Width: 80.3 in (including side mirrors) or 69.5 in (excluding side mirrors)
Height: 62.8 in
Wheelbase: 102.4 in (distance between the center of the front and rear wheels)
Curb weight: 3728 lbs (weight of the empty car, no people or cargo)

How much cargo space does it offer? Does it have a front trunk?

The rear cargo area of the Opel Ampera-e Gen 1 (2016-2021) provides 13.5 cubic feet of space when the rear seats are upright (№109 out of 155 ranked positions, among 852 electric vehicles, with some cars sharing positions).

Folding these seats down unlocks a maximum cargo capacity of 45 cubic feet (№119 out of 178 ranked positions, among 852 electric vehicles, with some cars sharing positions).

The car doesn’t have a “frunk” (front trunk).

Is it suitable for towing? What is the maximum towing capacity?

The car isn’t officially rated for towing.