The smallest model Opel->ke65 is currently selling is the Corsa->ke1594, but its biggest competitor on the European market, Volkswagen, has unveiled the tiny Up! in both three and five-door variations. Now, Opel has no other choice than to work on a new model to tackle the same market. The Opel "Junior" will be placed under the current Corsa and will take on the Volkswagen Up! like it's going out of style, which Opel hopes it does. Opel also has models like the Mini->ke57 and the Fiat 500->ke1708 to contend with, but those are a bit more upmarket, which may or may not be a market Opel can enter just yet.

The model is currently known as the Opel Junior, but it is believed to get the Allegra name when it is launched sometime in 2013. It will be around 146 inches long and will be sold as a 3 door version only.

It is believed that the exterior design will be inspired by the 2004 Trixx Concept, but with a more modern interpretation. For power, Opel is preparing a new range of engines that will also be used in the next generation Opel Corsa.

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