Chevrolet launches their new Orlando 7-seater MPV
Chevrolet Orlando
Chevrolet is launching a new seater MPV at the forthcoming Paris Motor Show as its first entrant into the European MPV segment. The Chevrolet Orlando will be on sale at the start of 2011 and is based on the award-winning Chevrolet Cruze saloon. There will be a choice of three fuel efficient engines, with one 1.8-litre petrol (141 hp) and two 2.0-litre diesel units, offering 131 or 163 hp.
New Orlando
The low swept roofline is also complimented by muscular, protruding wheel arches with either 16-inch, 17-inch or 18-inch wheel options. Inside the car the takes its cues from the Corvette, with its dual cockpit and ambient blue backlighting to the centre console. There are three rows of seats, loads of storage solutions and a generous load area and Chevrolet is confident this new model should be appeal to family motorists. Standard equipment on all models includes electronic stability control, six airbags, air conditioning and electrically heated and adjustable door mirrors.
Wayne Brannon, president and managing director for Chevrolet Europe said,”The new Orlando MPV kicks off an ambitious seven-product launch program over the next 15 months. We’re confident the Orlando not only brings great value for money to the MPV class but also something fresh – function with attitude if you like – and the opportunity for us to continue building our volume across Europe”.