A rebadged version of the Opel Flextreme was introduced at the North American International Auto Show as the Saturn Flextreme. It’s been shown as a gasoline and hydrogen fuel cell concepts. The concept is the latest to showcase GM's evolving plug in hybrid technology

The Flextreme features more sculpted surfacing molding, clear style elements such as narrow, boomerang-shaped lights and a sloping feature line in the side graphics. The front grille and rims are covered by lightweight, polycarbonate transparent trim, which improves aerodynamics while maintaining visual aesthetics. It’s very aerodynamic design helps enhance the fuel savings of the electric-drive system. It has a panoramic windshield and butterfly-style rear doors. Adding to the futuristic look of the Flextreme, the windows are polycarbonate and the headlamps are LED.

“The hybrid system incorporates a 1.3-liter turbo diesel engine and a lithium-ion battery pack that can power the Flextreme's electric motor for up to 34 miles”. The Flextreme carries on the power-train concept of the original Chevy Volt This vehicle is made to reduce emissions and the automobile’s dependency on petroleum.

I understand that the idea of a concept is to explore new ideas. It’s a really good concept. I just wish the rear seats could be completely removed leaving an enormous flat cargo area. If this car is made real it would be a significant competitor for the Prius. The Flextreme focuses more on its design than anything else, but I think the Flextreme wants to tell everybody that GM is ready for the future.