Stellantis Plans Opel EV SUV Production in Spain With Leapmotor, Targeting 50,000 Units
Stellantis is negotiating with Leapmotor to co-develop an Opel-branded electric SUV for production at its Zaragoza, Spain plant, targeting 50,000 units annually from 2028. The move aims to cut development time and costs after a $25 billion EV writedown and bolster European plant utilization ahead of intensified Chinese competition.
1. Collaboration Details
Stellantis is in advanced discussions with Leapmotor to co-develop an Opel-branded electric SUV based on Leapmotor’s B10 platform, with production slated for 2028 at the Zaragoza, Spain plant and annual output expected at around 50,000 units.
2. Strategic Rationale
The partnership is designed to reduce development time and costs following a $25 billion EV writedown, reinforce European plant utilization and strengthen Stellantis’ competitive position against rising Chinese automakers.
3. Future Projects
Additional talks cover using Leapmotor technology for a next-generation Opel Mokka B SUV and a potential Alfa Romeo model at Zaragoza, with significant development work planned in China.