The first Opel Calibra came off the assembly line in 1990. The model replaced the Opel Marta B, and until 1994 was the only coupe in the lineup car smuggle Opel.

Stylish appearance, comfortable lounge, excellent aerodynamics were appreciated by the audience. Calibra not only was a great success, and his appearance caused a sensation at the Frankfurt Motor Show in autumn 1989.

The original wedge-shaped design with narrow headlights, a powerful engine and a small drag coefficient Cx of 0.26 Calibra allowed to take one of the places of honor in the line of car smuggle Opel.

The car was assembled on the base units and units Opel Vectra. With a wheelbase of 2600 mm and a length of about 4500 mm corresponds to the dimensions Calibra Opel Vectra A, but has a two-door body. The instrument panel is made in the style of Vectra - concise, functional and practical.

Calibra was produced in two versions: front-wheel and all-wheel drive with the engine C20NE (2.0i) 115 hp.

Since November 1990 entered into a series of new motor: 2-liter C20XE (2.0i 16V), 110 kW (150 hp). Two years later came the turbocharged C20LET (2,0 i 16V Turbo), 150 kW (204 hp).

In 1993 he was made a light facelift. In the same year begin to establish standard airbag for the driver, and then the two serially mounted airbags.

All car nines were equipped with manual five-speed gearbox (except the engine C20LET). Commissioned by the four-installed machine. Standard features include power steering, ventilated disc brakes at the front and rear disc, ABS, central locking.

Interior styling is simple. Visibility from the driver\'s seat at a good level due to the large windshield, thin legs and a comfortable fit. The front passenger seat has excellent support, rear seat is quite roomy, plenty of legroom. If it is folded, the boot capacity to increase from 300 to 980 liters.