Opel Movano

Opel Movano at a glance

The van is listed with the rest of the range in our Opel catalogue.

Generations and model history

Movano A (1998-2010)

Production of the first Movano began in November 1998 at the SOVAB plant in Batilly, alongside the second-generation Renault Master; Nissan added its Interstar version in 2002. German sources date the start of sales to 1999. The van had diesel engines from 1.9 to 3.0 litres with 59 to 107 kW; later 2.5 CDTI versions had 74 kW (101 PS), 88 kW (120 PS) and 107 kW (146 PS). A five-speed manual was standard, and from 2003 the Tec-Shift automated manual was offered. A facelift in October 2003 brought a new front and a slightly changed rear. Body versions were panel vans, crew vans and a minibus. Production ended in December 2009.

Movano B (2010-2021)

The second Movano started production in February 2010, again in Batilly, as a twin of the third-generation Master. For the first time it was available with rear-wheel drive, with single or twin rear wheels, alongside front-wheel drive. All versions used Renault's 2.3-litre turbodiesel, at launch in three outputs from 74 kW (100 PS) to 110 kW (150 PS), later up to 132 kW (180 PS). A six-speed manual was standard. In December 2010 Opel recalled vans for rear-axle problems and seatbelt anchorages. In May 2012 revised engines became up to 9% more efficient; Opel quoted 7.8 l/100 km and 205 g/km of CO2 for the front-drive panel van. A 2014 update added new infotainment and standard ESP, while the redesigned grille of the Renault was not adopted. The facelift presented on 15 May 2019 brought Euro 6d-TEMP engines, LED daytime running lights and optional wireless phone charging; a nine-seat Combi followed in October 2019.

Movano C (2021-)

After PSA and FCA merged into Stellantis, Opel replaced the Renault-based van. The new Movano, presented in May 2021, is a version of the Fiat Ducato, Peugeot Boxer and Citroen Jumper. It came with a 2.2-litre diesel (88-121 kW) and with the Movano-e, the first electric Movano, which had a 90 kW (122 hp) motor with 260 Nm and batteries of 37 or 70 kWh. Opel presented the updated Movano on 22 November 2023, and it went on sale in 2024 with a new front and rear, new diesels, an eight-speed automatic and a far stronger electric version.

Engines, transmissions and performance

Opel says the 2024 diesels use up to 9% less fuel than before; which outputs can be combined with the automatic depends on the version. The electric motor offers three driving modes: Eco with 120 kW, Normal with 160 kW and Power with the full 200 kW. Recuperation can be set in four stages with paddles behind the steering wheel. A Movano Hydrogen with a fuel cell, an 11 kWh battery and up to 400 km of WLTP range was shown at the IAA Transportation in September 2024.

Movano Electric: battery, range and charging

The battery sits under the floor, so the electric van keeps the full 17 m³ of load space. Electric vans of all brands are collected in our electric cars section.

Dimensions, load space and payload

Opel lists four lengths, three wheelbases and three roof heights. The previous Renault-based Movano B ranged from 5,075 mm (L1) to 6,875 mm, on wheelbases of 3,182 to 4,332 mm, also with 8 to 17 m³.

Running costs

The front-drive Movano B panel van was rated at 7.8 l/100 km after its 2012 engine update. For the current diesels Opel gives only the improvement of up to 9%, not a combined figure for every body. Fleet buyers can estimate the bill with the cost of ownership calculator.

Equipment and driver assistance

The 2024 Movano has 22 driver assistance systems and electronic aids. Adaptive cruise control with Stop & Go, lane keeping and a traffic jam assistant combine to give Level 2 assisted driving with hands on the wheel. Other systems include traffic sign recognition, forward collision alert with automatic emergency braking, blind-spot alert, drowsiness alert, 360-degree parking sensors and a digital rear-view mirror. Inside there is a touchscreen of up to 10 inches, an optional 7-inch digital instrument display, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, keyless entry and start, a 230 V socket and an optional bench seat that folds into a work desk.

Safety

We have not found a Euro NCAP star rating for any Movano generation; large vans are usually not tested in Euro NCAP's passenger car programme. Safety equipment depends on the generation: ESP became standard on the Movano B in 2014, and the 2024 Movano has automatic emergency braking and the Level 2 assistance package listed above.

Reliability and known issues

The only sourced issue is the December 2010 recall of the Movano B for rear-axle problems and seatbelt anchorages. Because Movano A and B share their mechanicals with the Renault Master, and Movano C with the Fiat Ducato, parts and workshop knowledge are widely available across Europe.

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