The new Opel Vivaro is on the way and Opel chiefs say that it combines the functionality of a light commercial vehicle with the comfort and design of a passenger car.

Coming to Ireland in Autumn, the second generation of Opel's bestseller delivers eye-catching looks are state-of-the-art technologies and many practical, innovative features, under the hood - diesel engines ensure strong pulling power with advanced BiTurbo propulsion - and in the cabin, making the Vivaro an extremely attractive competitor in this key vehicle class.

"The second generation Opel Vivaro distinguishes itself with its superb practicality and quality. After 13 successful years on the market, we wanted to make the all-new Vivaro even more attractive while raising the standard of its core capabilities," says Mark Adams, Opel Design Vice President, describing the design team's task. "The new Vivaro showcases sculptural artistry and German precision with sweeping sculptural design accents, bold proportions and premium accents. This gives it a sharpened and more refined character, making it the ideal mobile business card."

The new edition continues will be available in two lengths and two heights as a panel van, Combi, crew van and bus. It comes with all-new turbo diesel engines: a 1.6 CDTi as well as an advanced 1.6 BiTurbo CDTi with sequential turbocharging and a twin-cooler system. Powered by two turbochargers working together, this engine combines excellent performance with high fuel economy. Combined cycle fuel consumption with the new turbo diesel units is reduced by over one litres, and with the BiTurbo to even below 6.0 litres per 100 km (preliminary data). This gives the new edition of Opel's successful all-rounder top values in its vehicle class.