The Opel Corsa GSE Vision Gran Turismo: A Virtual Glimpse of What's to Come

Opel's Unhinged Electric Racer: A Virtual Glimpse of What's to Come

Forget everything you know about the humble Opel Corsa. The German automaker has just unleashed a virtual beast—the Corsa GSE Vision Gran Turismo—exclusively for the Gran Turismo 7 racing game. This isn't your average grocery-getter; it's a high-performance electric concept that pushes the boundaries of imagination.

Shocking Power

Under the virtual hood lies a heart of pure electricity. A dual-motor, all-wheel-drive system delivers a mind-bending 789 horsepower and 590 lb-ft of torque. But Opel wasn't done there. They threw in an "overboost" button that injects an extra 79 horsepower for four-second bursts of pure speed.

The result? This hot hatch can rocket from 0 to 62 mph in a blistering two seconds and doesn't stop pushing until it's nearing 200 mph. And despite packing a massive 82 kWh battery, clever use of lightweight materials keeps it surprisingly agile at just 2,579 pounds.

Form Meets Function

The design is a dramatic, wide-bodied evolution of the standard Corsa. It's lower, meaner, and dressed for the track with flared wheel arches, a massive rear wing, and an aggressive diffuser, all while keeping Opel's signature Vizor front grille.

Inside, it's all business. The cabin is stripped down to a single racing bucket seat with a six-point harness. One of its coolest features? The dashboard and door panels are made with a special illuminated fabric that lights up to warn the driver of cars lurking in their blind spot.

More Than Just a Game Car

While you won't see this exact, extreme model on the school run, Opel confirms it’s a clear preview of its new GSE performance sub-brand. The philosophy behind its electric powertrain and aggressive styling will directly inspire future road cars.

The next-generation Corsa, expected in 2026, will share its platform with the Peugeot 208 and will likely offer an electric option. Of course, the production version will be a more practical five-door hatchback, but it will carry the spirit of this wild concept.

You can get behind the wheel of the Corsa GSE this fall in Gran Turismo 7 and see it in the physical (likely as a show model) at the IAA Mobility show in Munich.