2021 Opel Mokka Makes Spy Debut With French DNA, Electrified Power

Our spies snapped the new-gen 2021 Opel Mokka again, so head on down to see the latest images we have added to the gallery. [Update 03/14/2020]

With Opel moving under the PSA roof three years ago, the Mokka X is the next model in the company’s lineup to get a major overhaul, which will represent a significant departure over its predecessor’s GM underpinnings.

Making its spy photo debut in prototype form as it was testing on the roads of Sweden, the new generation subcompact crossover will reportedly be based on the PSA EMP1 platform, shared between the Corsa F, second-gen Peugeot 208 and DS3 Crossback.

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The latter offers a more premium alternative to the high-riding subcompact segment, targeting vehicles such as the Audi Q2, and is offered with petrol, diesel and electric power. Its Opel and Vauxhall brethren have already been confirmed with a fully electrified powertrain lineup, as well as a battery-electric option, all of which are due this year.

“An all-new next-generation Mokka X SUV will be fully electrified, and go on sale in 2020”, a Vauxhall spokesperson told CarScoops a few months ago.

The DS3 Crossback E-Tense has a 136 PS (134 HP / 100 kW) and 260 Nm (191 lb-ft) of torque electric motor and a 50 kWh lithium-ion battery that supports fast charging. It can travel for more than 300 km (186 miles) on a single charge and does the 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) in 8.7 seconds. There’s no way of knowing yet whether the zero-emission Mokka will adopt this powertrain.

Even with the heavy camo on, the new Mokka looks nothing like its predecessor. Major upgrades have been performed all around, with the front and rear ends appearing to have been inspired by the latest Corsa. Under the PSA guidance, Opel’s designers have given it a roofline that’s more arched behind the B pillars and a bulky tailgate. Plastic cladding can be seen on the lower parts of the body.

Expect big improvements inside as well, with new dashboard panel, flat-bottom steering wheel, infotainment system and probably an optional digital instrument cluster being part of the offering.

We’ve also heard that for the new generation, Opel might drop the ‘X’ from the name, simply calling it the Mokka.