Opel Commodore B
The executive Opel that combined American-inspired styling with German straight-six refinement.
- Power
- 140 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 10.0 s
- Top speed
- 118 mph
- Est. value
- $7k–$22k
About the Opel Commodore B
The Opel Commodore B was the upmarket, six-cylinder sibling to the Rekord D, positioned to compete with the BMW 5 Series and Mercedes-Benz W114. For the 1975 model year, the 2.8 GS featured a detuned version of the 2.8-litre cam-in-head engine to meet stricter emissions standards, producing 140 PS. While the GS/E was the fuel-injected flagship, the carburetted GS offered a more relaxed but still potent grand touring experience. Its 'coke-bottle' styling and pillarless coupé silhouette made it one of the most handsome European cars of the 1970s.
Opel Commodore B specs
The Opel Commodore B produces 140 bhp (104 kW) and 214 Nm (158 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 10.0 seconds and has a top speed of 118 mph (190 km/h).
| Make | Opel |
|---|---|
| Model | Commodore |
| Generation | B |
| Trim | 2.8 GS |
| Years | 1972–1977 |
| Type | Classic |
| Body style | Coupé |
| Country | Germany |
| Engine | 2.8-litre inline-six |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2,784 cc (2.8 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 140 bhp (104 kW) at 5,200 rpm |
| Torque | 214 Nm (158 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,000 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 10.0 s |
| Top speed | 118 mph (190 km/h) |
| Transmission | 4-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,240 kg (2,734 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 113 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is an Opel Commodore B worth?
A typical Opel Commodore B is estimated to be worth $6,500 – $22,000 (about £4,800 – £16,000).
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Opel Commodore B rarity in CarSpot
The Opel Commodore B is an Uncommon card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 23 out of 100. Hot hatches and premium sporty cars. An Uncommon card is worth 20 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Opel Commodore B fun facts
- The Commodore B was the basis for the first-ever Holden Commodore in Australia, though the Australian version required significant structural reinforcement for local conditions.
- The 2.8-litre engine used a 'Cam-in-Head' (CIH) design, where the camshaft was located in the cylinder head but operated the valves via short pushrods.
- In the UK, the later Commodore C was rebranded as the Vauxhall Viceroy, but the Commodore B was sold through select Opel dealers alongside Vauxhall's own FE Ventora.