Episode 344 - Opel Adam S

Date of broadcast: 24 February 2016

Engine: In-line four-cylinder, 1 396 cc turbo
Power: 110 kW @ 5 000 rpm
Torque: 220 Nm @ 3 000 - 4 000 rpm
Power-to-weight ratio: 93,37 kW/ton
Gearbox: Six-speed manual, FWD
Wheels/tyres: 18-inch alloy, 225/35 R18 tyres

0-100 km/h: 8,5 sec
Top speed: 210 km/h
Fuel tank capacity: 35 litres
Fuel consumption (claimed): 5,9 litres/100 km
Operating range (claimed): 593 km
CO2 emissions: 139 g/km

Pros: Good looks, good power, good fun.
Cons: Tiny interior, massive price.

Retail price: R330 000
Price as tested: R330 000

Prices correct on date of broadcast.

[connorprosser]

I still love mine 7 years on from when it was released