Opel Insignia Officially Revealed! - Page 9

Koasterking · 04-14-2008, 08:35 PM

What that down by the shifter? A GM type of iDrive?

Koasterking · 04-14-2008, 08:37 PM

I think it looks more like a Malibu than a Camry in part of the headlights and grill. Other than that I think its a hot car!

GmFordFTW · 04-14-2008, 08:41 PM

Love the rear end. The front... not so much. Hopefully they revise it enough for NA.

That interior is gorgeous! Man are Saturn customers in for a treat. Just hope they don't rip out the amazing options before bringing it over.

salbracht · 04-14-2008, 08:43 PM

I in the camp that think this is a step backward. There are elements of the exterior styling that are interesting, but overall I like the current model styling better. As far as the interior ... other than the red lightup gauges (I'm a Pontiac fan) I don't see anything I like about the interior. Current is much better.

GmFordFTW · 04-14-2008, 08:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Koasterking

What that down by the shifter? A GM type of iDrive?

Doesn't look like it. I don't think GM would invest in that kind of stuff. Just hope it isn't like the Impala shifter (with no number markings).

Also, I wish that the wood would extend into the center area instead of stopping short of the hind of the shifter

KIDDIESEL79 · 04-14-2008, 08:50 PM

Dash looks busy but I really like it.

GmFordFTW · 04-14-2008, 08:50 PM

Oh and by the way, I love how the wood wraps around the cabin.

Hopefully they don't alter the interior before giving it to us because that wouldn't bee that good. I mean they did if for the astra, why not the new Aura

Astra RL · 04-14-2008, 09:13 PM

A 220 HP 2.0T base engine
280 HP 2.8T
360 HP 2.8DI T RL
these are amazing, think at the beginning of the decade the top engine was what a 181 HP V6 in the L-series the plastic Aura.

CharlotteFirebird · 04-14-2008, 09:27 PM

Overall, I'd say it's good. I like the backend and the side, but I like the current front better than this. I'd still say it's a winner. Maybe the NA version will be slightly more aggressive on the front...

Hitman1970 · 04-14-2008, 09:48 PM

I do not think there will be any doubts that Saturn is the import-fighter when this car gets a Red Planet on it. Very nice, but not very exciting.

LAPTOP GAMER · 04-14-2008, 09:51 PM

Looks sorta like a BMW.

hrcslam · 04-14-2008, 10:07 PM

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Originally Posted by drew630

Isn't this slated to be the next Aura or is this to small?

Also, the front is very Malibu'ish. I think its the wheels that are giving you the "Camary" look.

Agreed.

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Originally Posted by genjy

It has Toyota written all over.

A handful of Camry

A pinch of IS-F for good measure

I dont see it. I cant agree.

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Originally Posted by jkr2106

I really like this design and how it has a much more substantial or upscale feel to it. I know GM wants to use more global names... Is there a chance they will rename the Aura as the Insignia? Personally, I think it (Insignia) sounds classier (especially since I never liked the Aura and now the name only brings up bad memories for me personally).

I agree the Insignia name sounds very upscale. More so than the Aura does, but the Aura already has a good reputation behind it. I'd keep it and up the reputation even more instead of starting over again with the new name. Maybe Saturn can come out with an Impala size competitor and name it the Insignia. That would be my next car; an Impala sized Saturn.

fenderbender · 04-14-2008, 10:20 PM

Finally GM can design nice door panels that aren't on a Caddillac!! I'm so excited!

The whole design in nothing short of fantastic!

Will our Aura get the diesel?

jbartley · 04-14-2008, 10:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GmFordFTW

Doesn't look like it. I don't think GM would invest in that kind of stuff. Just hope it isn't like the Impala shifter (with no number markings).

Also, I wish that the wood would extend into the center area instead of stopping short of the hind of the shifter

maybe it's suspension control? wishful thinking...

kuns83 · 04-14-2008, 10:28 PM

impressive. I see the a controller a la Audi MMI, MB and I-drive. I wonder if the Saturn Aura will also have this feature.

04-14-2008, 08:35 PM	#121 (permalink)
Koasterking 6.0 Liter Vortec V8 Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Hunterdon Co., NJ Drives: 2004 Scion xB Posts: 1,557	Re: Official? Pics of Insignia Leaked What that down by the shifter? A GM type of iDrive? __________________ -"Rose, were you able to find a caterer for the banquet, yet?" -"No, not yet. Oh, but I did find out that Baked Alaska can actually be made locally!" -"Rose, I have an even bigger scoop for you. Mars Bars are made right here on Earth!" G.G.

04-14-2008, 08:37 PM	#122 (permalink)
Koasterking 6.0 Liter Vortec V8 Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Hunterdon Co., NJ Drives: 2004 Scion xB Posts: 1,557	Re: Official? Pics of Insignia Leaked I think it looks more like a Malibu than a Camry in part of the headlights and grill. Other than that I think its a hot car! __________________ -"Rose, were you able to find a caterer for the banquet, yet?" -"No, not yet. Oh, but I did find out that Baked Alaska can actually be made locally!" -"Rose, I have an even bigger scoop for you. Mars Bars are made right here on Earth!" G.G.

04-14-2008, 08:41 PM	#123 (permalink)
GmFordFTW 1.8 Liter ECOTEC Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Hudson, Ohio Drives: Soon Posts: 38	Re: Official? Pics of Insignia Leaked Love the rear end. The front... not so much. Hopefully they revise it enough for NA. That interior is gorgeous! Man are Saturn customers in for a treat. Just hope they don't rip out the amazing options before bringing it over. __________________ America watch out, your country's coming back! Who said we couldn't make good cars. Getting my Temps on June 22, 2008!

04-14-2008, 08:43 PM	#124 (permalink)
salbracht 3.9 Liter V6 Join Date: May 2003 Posts: 759	Re: Official? Pics of Insignia Leaked I in the camp that think this is a step backward. There are elements of the exterior styling that are interesting, but overall I like the current model styling better. As far as the interior ... other than the red lightup gauges (I'm a Pontiac fan) I don't see anything I like about the interior. Current is much better.

04-14-2008, 08:50 PM	#126 (permalink)
KIDDIESEL79 3.9 Liter V6 Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Philadelphia Posts: 804	Re: Official? Pics of Insignia Leaked Dash looks busy but I really like it.

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04-14-2008, 08:50 PM	#127 (permalink)
GmFordFTW 1.8 Liter ECOTEC Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Hudson, Ohio Drives: Soon Posts: 38	Re: Official? Pics of Insignia Leaked Oh and by the way, I love how the wood wraps around the cabin. Hopefully they don't alter the interior before giving it to us because that wouldn't bee that good. I mean they did if for the astra, why not the new Aura __________________ America watch out, your country's coming back! Who said we couldn't make good cars. Getting my Temps on June 22, 2008!

04-14-2008, 09:13 PM	#128 (permalink)
Astra RL 3.8 Liter Supercharged V6 Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 526	Re: Official? Pics of Insignia Leaked A 220 HP 2.0T base engine 280 HP 2.8T 360 HP 2.8DI T RL these are amazing, think at the beginning of the decade the top engine was what a 181 HP V6 in the L-series the plastic Aura.

04-14-2008, 09:27 PM	#129 (permalink)
CharlotteFirebird 3.8 Liter V6 Join Date: Apr 2003 Posts: 415	Re: Official? Pics of Insignia Leaked Overall, I'd say it's good. I like the backend and the side, but I like the current front better than this. I'd still say it's a winner. Maybe the NA version will be slightly more aggressive on the front... __________________ A list of the foreign countries the USA owes money to: http://www.treas.gov/tic/mfh.txt- Starting with 1. Japan, 2. China, 3. the UK, 4. Brazil, etc. Do you still want to buy a Japanese made/designed Lexus?

04-14-2008, 09:48 PM	#130 (permalink)
Hitman1970 6.0 Liter Vortec V8 Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Huntsville, AL Drives: 2006 Buick LaCrosse CXS; Black with Grey Interior Posts: 1,978	Re: Official? Pics of Insignia Leaked I do not think there will be any doubts that Saturn is the import-fighter when this car gets a Red Planet on it. Very nice, but not very exciting. __________________ Current Ride: 2006 Buick LaCrosse CXS (Black w/ Grey Leather Interior) Wife's Ride: 2005 Ford Freestyle SEL (Charcoal Grey/Silver w/Grey Leather Interior)

04-14-2008, 09:51 PM	#131 (permalink)
LAPTOP GAMER 2.4 Liter ECOTEC Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: My happy place Posts: 123	Re: Official? Pics of Insignia Leaked Looks sorta like a BMW.

04-14-2008, 10:20 PM	#133 (permalink)
fenderbender 5.3 Liter Vortec V8 Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Hicktown, PA Drives: 99 Black Chevy S-10 ZR-2 5 Speed Posts: 1,368	Re: Official? Pics of Insignia Leaked Finally GM can design nice door panels that aren't on a Caddillac!! I'm so excited! The whole design in nothing short of fantastic! Will our Aura get the diesel? __________________ Fender Bender My Rides 1999 Chevy S-10 ZR-2 5 speed -K&N Intake \| Custom Dual Exhaust \| Cowl Hood Panasonic Head Unit \| Dual Speakers \| Legacy Rebel Amp \| 10" Kicker Comp Subs 2005 Yamaha Kodiak 450 4X4 -3000lb. Xtreme Winch\| Removed Baffle Fog Lights

04-14-2008, 10:28 PM	#135 (permalink)
kuns83 2.0 Liter Supercharged ECOTEC Join Date: Sep 2003 Posts: 176	Re: Official? Pics of Insignia Leaked impressive. I see the a controller a la Audi MMI, MB and I-drive. I wonder if the Saturn Aura will also have this feature.

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