Vauxhall announces GSE sub-brand for electrified performance models

Vauxhall is launching a new performance sub-brand for a range of new electrified models.

The GSE models will sit at the top of their respective ranges, offering enhanced performance and handling.

James Taylor, acting managing director at Vauxhall and Stellantis fleet director, said: “GSe will offer sports handling and looks combined with the performance and responsibility of electrified powertrains. 

“Sitting atop the newly simplified Vauxhall range, the GSe name is both a nod to GSi performance models from our heritage as well being a complement to the GS versions in our line-up today.  Vauxhall is committed to electrifying Britain and GSe shows that performance and driving pleasure are set to be part of our electric future.”

The GSE models will build on the newly-introduced GS Line variants, which feature mostly cosmetic changes.

Vauxhall has not confirmed any GSE models yet, but its expected that the first car to wear the nameplate will be a 225PS version of the Astra plug-in hybrid.

An electric version of the new Astra is also expected to launch next year, following the announcement of the new Peugeot e-308.

Vauxhall is committed to only offering electric cars and vans from 2028 – seven years ahead of the UK Government’s deadline.