Opel claims to have taken vehicle flexibility to new height with the launch of the new Meriva Concept with its innovative FlexDoors system at this week's Geneva Motor Show. This consists of rear-hinged rear doors that swing open toward the back of the car.

The new look Opel Meriva Concept shown at the Geneva Motor Show comes with a novel FlexDoors system to give central opening of the doors.

As the B-pillars have been purposely retained for passive security reasons, the Meriva Concept's front and rear doors can also be opened independently of each other. Other rear-hinged rear doors already on the market can only be opened after the front door has been opened. This new design makes access to the car interior much easier and also offers a range of safety benefits over conventional car doors.

In the Meriva Concept, this innovation is combined with the highly variable FlexSpace rear seating system familiar from the production Meriva. The FlexDoors system also enhances comfort and functionality, as the highest point of the roof – just behind the B-pillars – is exactly where the passengers enter and exit the vehicle.

Especially eye-catching is the dynamic 'wave' in the window line just behind the B-pillars, which provides an excellent all-round view for rear passengers, particularly for children. The body also boasts the distinctive 'blade' bodyside form, which was a design element of the GTC Coupé and Flextreme.

Another feature of the new Meriva is the u-shaped windshield, which stretches up and back over the rear passengers' heads, echoing the Astra GTC's panorama windshield. The slim A-pillars and windshield pulled far down ensure plenty of light and a spacious interior atmosphere. Opel claims that both elements contribute to the outstanding all-round visibility for the occupants.

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