We already reviewed many variants of the Vauxhall Insignia Sports Tourer, describing it’s brilliance and quality. Opel, Vauxhall’s German counterpart, are planning to bring out a brand version designed for Europe and the rest of the world. The car will officially be named the Opel Insignia Sports Tourer Crossofour. Rumours have stated that the car will be released in the first half of the year.

No official word from Opel

It must be mentioned that Opel themselves have not released any statement officially regarding the car. The news has been floating around for quite some time and it will not shock dedicated fans that have been staying updated.

Rivals

When released, the car will rival the Audi A4 Allroad and the Volkswagen Passat Alltrack. It will certainly have to make a huge impact if they are to knock Audi off the spot, who are currently number one in the appropriate category of cars. Other rivals will include the Subaru Outback, if the car is released in Australia. Considering this, the new Sports Tourer is expected to receive Opel’s FlexRide adaptive damping gear and an all wheel drive system too. It will have to if it is to compete with such an array of cars.

Images and details leaked

Although officially the car has not been announced by Opel, the details of the prices and engines have been discovered. Images have been leaked online too, in what is claimed to official images from Opel. Many do believe that they were likely to have been fabricated.

Expected prices for the Opel Insignia Sports Tourer Crossofour

• Sportive 2.0 CDTi 160 Bhp:
  • €35,155 (Approximately £29,000)
• Auto 2.0 CDTi 160 bhp 6V. Sportive:
  • €37,655 (Approximately £31,100)
• Sportive 2.0 BiTurbo 195 hp:
  • €37,971 (Approximately  £31,400)

The lower Sportive version which produces 160 BHP will be satisfying enough for most driver who require a smooth and fun ride.

The Vauxhall Insignia has been a tremendous success since being released on the UK car market and replacing the iconic Vauxhall Vectra. Will the proposed Insignia Tourer Crossfour be as successful around the world? It is difficult to judge but it has every chance if it maintains the fundamentals in what made the vehicle so great here in the UK.