Opel Launches First Electric Rally Car Meeting FIA eRally5 Standards

German automotive manufacturer, Opel, has officially unveiled the Mokka GSE Rally, marking a historic milestone as the first electric rally car developed under the FIA eRally5 regulations.

Following the proven success of the Corsa Rally Electric in the ADAC Opel Electric Rally Cup, Opel now sets its sights on the future of sustainable motorsport by showcasing its latest innovation at the ELE Rally Eindhoven.

Technical Specifications and Rally-Ready Features

Designed to deliver Rally4-equivalent performance, the Mokka GSE Rally comes packed with high-performance components:

• Peak Power: 207 kW (280 hp)

• Torque: 345 Nm

• Multi-plate limited-slip differential

• Motorsport-specific transmission

• Reinforced drive shafts and wheel hubs

These features reflect Opel’s ambition to produce a competitive, electric rally machine that meets the rigorous standards of international rallying.

Opel’s Commitment to the Future of Electric Rallying

CEO Florian Huettl expressed the company’s vision:

“For more than four years, Opel and ADAC have been demonstrating that electric rallying works and excites. With our new Opel Mokka GSE Rally, we are offering a glimpse of a fully electric next-generation rally car.”

Safety-First Design and Timeline

To meet safety standards, the car’s battery includes:

• Special casing for impact protection

• Insulation warning systems

• Automatic power shutdown during sudden deceleration

Opel plans for the Mokka GSE Rally to be competition-ready by 2026, paving the way for a new era of electric motorsport.