Gebrauchtwagen-Check: Frühe Gelenkprobleme: Der elektrische Opel Mokka

The popular Opel electric Mokka embodies its genre: it is nimble, an SUV, and modern-looking, like many electric cars of today. Similar to electric vehicles, the crossover carries its battery weight around the axles, but this soon manifests itself in the first vehicle inspection (HU). The history of the model began with the second generation of the series in 2021, while the previous model, a conventionally driven version, was built from 2012 to 2019.

The 2023 facelift renamed the model to Mokka Electric and added a slight performance boost. The battery, which was once 50 kilowatt-hours, now has an additional 4 kWh. The electric drivetrain comes from the electric Corsa. The car is a five-seater with an elevated stance and limited seating space, making it not a large family or traveling vehicle, but more maneuverable than such.

Its dimensions (according to ADAC) are 4.15 m x 1.78 m x 1.53 m, with a trunk volume of 310 to 1,060 liters (roof high after folding the rear seats). Strengths include its maneuverability, especially on the first meters thanks to the electric drive. The HU report compliments the suspension, brakes, steering, and drivetrain. No rust or wheel bearing issues are noted.

Weaknesses include a mixed impression from the HU, primarily due to worn front suspension, increased defect rates compared to the average. Additionally, there are lighting issues, often misadjusted fog lights, and worn brake pads. The reliability in ADAC's accident statistics is good, with no statistically relevant negative components.

The model is considered reliable. Motors and drivetrain: Permanent magnet synchronous machine (PSM) at the front axle: 100 kW/136 PS and 115 kW/156 PS. The battery's energy capacity is 50 or 54 kWh. The charging power is up to 100 kW, with a WLTP range of 338 to 403 kilometers. The dealer sale value, according to the German Automobile Trust Fund (DAT), varies depending on the model and mileage - three examples: Mokka-e Base (6/2021); 100 kW/136 PS (battery: 50 kWh); 62,000 kilometers; 13,150 euros; Mokka-e GS Line (6/2023); 100 kW/136 PS (battery: 50 kWh); 40,000 kilometers; 19,239 euros; Mokka Electric Ultimate Long Range (6/2024); 115 kW/156 PS (battery: 54 kWh); 28,000 kilometers; 24,737 euros.