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Presenting at the NAIAS 2000: Opel Compact Van Concept (CVC
The five-door Compact Van Concept (CVC) vehicle is equipped with permanent four-wheel-drive and, thanks to its 18-inch (457.2 mm) wheels, enjoys 1.17 inches (30 mm) more ground clearance than the standard version. As well as the new, dramatically styled face, what particularly marks this six-seater concept vehicle as something special are a plethora of clever design innovations. These include a 15.76 inch (40 cm) wide, 5.52 inch (14 cm) tall and 6.56 foot (two meter) long roof box. This is cleverly integrated into the concept’s panorama glass roof, can be accessed from the interior of the vehicle and provides room for items such as scarves, gloves and ski goggles. Other innovations include the heated cubby box between the middle row’s individual seats and two heated cupholders in the middle console. Integrated into the inside of the rear hatch is a plastic fairing which doubles as a toboggan.
A prototype aluminum ECOTEC-Direct engine with gasoline direct injection sits underneath the dramatically-styled front section. The 2.2-liter unit powering the concept develops 150 HP (110kW/150 hp) and operates via a five-speed gearbox. Thanks to its advanced engine and a creative interior design approach, the CVC is the latest example of the Opel philosophy of providing high technology products for a broad customer base at affordable prices.
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