2011 Chevy Orlando

Chevy Orlando is the first Chevrolet car, which will appear in the European multi-segment / family vans. It will be one of the main attractions of living Mondial de l’Automobile in Paris, when it will be held on September 30 world debut of the first production model. This is one of four world premieres are planned during this year’s Chevrolet showroom.

Based on the concept of the show car was presented for the first time in Paris in 2008, Chevrolet Orlando is a true family car of the current times. It combines practicality 7-speed vehicle with a flexible interior attention, the stylish crossover design.

New Multi Chevrolet compact car has nothing in common with mild styling encountered in this segment. It has a bolder look, featuring a low roofline and silhouette-inspired crossover vehicles, while retaining the unique and recognizable “face” Chevrolet, created by the split grille and logo in the shape of bow ties.

Low roofline dotted Orlando is completed by muscular wheel arches forward for the 16 -, 17 – and 18-inch wheels.

Chevy Orlando has a new multi-purpose play a key role in an expansion of the Chevrolet product markets in Europe, explains Wayne Brannon, president and CEO of Chevrolet Europe. “New multifunction Orlando is the beginning of an ambitious program of introducing seven new products during the next 15 months.”

“We are confident that Orlando will provide multi-purpose vehicle segment, not only excellent value at an attractive price, but also a little something new – the functionality of character – and the chance to further increase sales in Europe. I think it will gain for the Chevrolet brand new customers. ”

Although the external appearance of the new Orlando is sure to attract much attention, and the interior contains the latest technological developments Chevrolet, inspired by a model such as the Corvette dual cockpit and blue lights, the main console. Theater-style seating in three rows, spacious luggage space and the ability to store multiple objects in Orlando will draw the attention of those traveling with the family.

Despite the sweeping roofline, the designers have successfully raised a second and third row of seats, which means that passengers Orlando gained better visibility of both the front and sides. With many options to configure the seats, Orlando can be quickly converted into one of the most roomy vans in the class in terms of transporting cargo.

Every hard-working family needs a lot of space to store necessary items. Like the concept, production version of Orlando offers a wide range of containers of various shapes and sizes, placed in the main console, front and rear doors, the rear loading space, and even the roof.

But perhaps the most ingenious container is hidden behind the front fascia audio device, easily accessible from both the passenger and driver. After prior application as early as Orlando concept car, the designers have joined here useful and spacious space, which appears to the reversed top front audio and can accommodate items such as mp3 player, sunglasses and wallets. At this point there is also a USB port – perfect for charging your mp3 player or iPod while traveling.

Orlando is based on the successful and winning Cruze sedan, which has already proven to be great at driving a car. Under the hood of Orlando will be a choice of three latest economic Chevrolet engines: 1.8-liter gasoline engine with a capacity of 141 hp or one of two diesel engines – the latest versions of the 2.0-liter Chevrolet engine with a capacity of 131 hp (low power) or 163 hp (high power)
Customers will also be able to choose one of three trim levels with the system stability control, six airbags and electric mirrors, standard on all versions.

Full production will begin Chevrolet Orlando in October, and the car will go on sale in Europe beginning next year.