Opel Unveils Electric Rally Car Prototype Built to FIA’s eRally5 Regulations
Opel has become the first manufacturer to develop an all-electric rally car according to the FIA’s new eRally5 regulations with the unveiling of its prototype Mokka GSE Rally. The German manufacturer has been at the forefront of electric rally car production, having enjoyed success with its Corsa Rally Electric used in the ADAC Opel Electric Rally Cup.
The Mokka GSE Rally is set to make its debut at ELE Rally Eindhoven this weekend. The FIA’s eRally5 regulations, established in 2022, are designed for cars based on two-wheel-drive production-spec models featuring stock motors, inverters, and batteries.
“For more than four years, Opel and the ADAC have been demonstrating that electric rallying works and excites,” said Opel and Vauxhall CEO Florian Huettl. “With our new Opel Mokka GSE Rally, we are offering a glimpse of a fully electric next-generation rally car – thanks to the latest motorsport technology, the prototype offers strong performance and power aplenty.”
The Mokka GSE Rally is expected to deliver performance comparable to a Rally4 car, producing a peak output of 207 kW (280hp) and torque of 345 Newton meters. It features a multi-plate limited-slip differential and a racing gearbox, along with reinforced driveshafts and wheel hubs bolted to a lightweight chassis. The software tuning for the engine and battery management is designed for maximum efficiency, driveability under competitive conditions, and performance.
Safety features include a specially cased battery, a visual and acoustic warning system in case of insulation issues, and a sophisticated sensor system that shuts down the high-voltage system in the event of sudden deceleration. The car also has a special extinguishing system with an electrically non-conductive extinguishing agent. Opel believes the car could be ready for competition in 2026.
The development of the Mokka GSE Rally marks a significant step in the evolution of electric rally cars, combining performance, safety, and competitive driveability.
