Geneva Show: Vauxhall GTC Concept

The GTC Concept launched at the 77th Geneva Motor Show suggests new styling cues for Vauxhall’s ongoing range, says the GM-owned British marque.

The four-seat coup? is powered by a 297bhp (300PS), 2.8-litre V6 turbo petrol engine and features an electronically-controlled four-wheel drive system, to optimise traction and stability as well as provide agility in all driving conditions.

Maximum torque of 295 lb ft (400Nm) is available from 1,850 up to 4,500rpm, and accelerating from zero to 62mph is calculated to take around six seconds. Top speed is limited to 155mph.

An electronically-regulated torque transfer device seamlessly distributes power between the front and rear axles for optimum traction and driving performance, while an electronically-controlled four-wheel drive system is fully integrated into the car’s adaptive chassis management system.

The “Flex4” system means the backs of both rear seats can be docked separately to the front seats by remote control, creating a spacious three or two-seater with flat load floor and up to 1020 litres of luggage compartment capacity, says Vauxhall.

“This concept car demonstrates the new interpretation of the brands,” explains Alain Visser, Executive Director, European Marketing. “The GTC Concept embodies the confident, emotional direction we’re taking. Its exciting lines combined with its high driving dynamics and interior flexibility reflect what the brand trademark characteristics will be in the future.”

“You have seen a number of our recent concept cars become reality,” says Hans Demant, Vice President of Engineering for General Motors Europe.

“Concepts like the GTC Gen?ve and Antara GTC or the Flex-Fix rear carrier system from the TRIXX previewed their production variants. This car is a confident ambassador for the brand and could play a similar role for us, previewing the engineering and design cues of our next-generation of Vauxhall and Opel products.”