Astra 2016 Opel Astra


The Opel Astra is a compact car/small family car (C-segment) developed and produced by the Opel since 1991. It was first launched in September 1991 as a direct replacement to the Opel Kadett. As of 2025, the car slots between the smaller Corsa supermini and the larger Frontera subcompact crossover SUV.
Opel highlights the camouflage on the 2016 Astra prototypes
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Opel Astra official spy photo

Opel has announced plans to release the first undisguised pictures of the 2016 Astra in a few weeks.

In order to gear up for the event, Opel is releasing new details about how they camouflaged their prototypes in order to keep the model's design a secret.

The most critical aspect of this is a black and white "Cube" camouflage foil that has a 3D effect which is meant to confuse onlookers. It took approximately 60 to 70 sheets of foil to cover the Astra and each is stone chip, temperature and UV-resistant. This ensures the camouflage can handle extreme conditions including temperatures from -40° to 80° C (-40° to 176° F).

Opel also used a special privacy foil for the instruments, center console and infotainment system. It helps to prevent the contents of the screens from being visible when viewed from the side.

Source: Opel
 
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Opel

Opel Automobile GmbH, is a German automobile manufacturer based in Rüsselsheim am Main, Hesse, Germany. Founded by Adam Opel in 1862, it was owned by General Motors from 1929 to 2017, and the PSA Group before merging with Fiat Chrysler Automobiles to form Stellantis in 2021. Most of its lineup is marketed under the Vauxhall Motors brand in the United Kingdom since the 1980s. In Australia, some were rebadged as the Holden brand until 2020, in North America and China under the Buick, Saturn (until 2010), and Cadillac brands, and in South America under the Chevrolet brand.

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