Opel outlines new Astra updates before Brussels Motor Show

Opel says the updated Astra and Astra Sports Tourer debut at the 2026 Brussels Motor Show, adding Intelli-Lux HD lights and a 454 km WLTP EV range. See details.

Opel has shared fresh details about the updated Astra and Astra Sports Tourer—and this is more than a mild refresh. The brand is lining up a set of targeted upgrades meant to change how the model feels in the compact segment. The world premiere is scheduled for the Brussels Motor Show, running from January 9 to 18, 2026, at Brussels Expo in Brussels.

Up front, the Astra adopts a sharper interpretation of Opel’s Vizor face, now narrower and more technical in appearance. The headline change is the illuminated Opel Blitz, appearing on the Astra for the first time after debuting as a signature feature on the Grandland. Light strips extend from the central emblem to reinforce the “Opel Compass” theme.

Lighting is the second major pillar. Opel says the Astra and Astra Sports Tourer will be available with Intelli-Lux HD adaptive, glare-free headlights featuring more than 50,000 elements. The company highlights quicker, more precise masking of preceding and oncoming traffic, digitally shaped light that better guides the driver’s view through corners, specific responses for poor weather and fog, and dimming that reduces glare from reflective road signs.

Inside, Opel is pushing comfort and materials. From the entry level, the updated Astra is set to include Intelli-Seats as standard. The seats feature a central recess inspired by racing bike saddles, intended to reduce pressure on the tailbone over longer journeys. Buyers can also opt for AGR-certified seats with a broader feature set, including items such as multi-stage heating, electro-pneumatic lumbar support, massage, and memory functions. Under its “Greenovation” approach, Opel also stresses the use of recycled materials, including ReNewKnit seat covers described as a mono-material that is 100% recycled and recyclable.

The electric Astra gets a practical boost as well. Opel states a 58 kWh battery and a WLTP range of up to 454 km, around 34 km more than before. Another new addition is V2L (Vehicle-to-Load), enabling the car to supply power to external devices—for example, charging an e-bike while traveling.

For now, Opel is positioning these as the first confirmed highlights, with more information to follow closer to the Brussels debut. Even at this stage, the direction is clear: a stronger light signature, more “grown-up” comfort, and a careful expansion of EV usability—exactly the kind of changes that will determine how confidently the Astra competes into 2026.