Chevrolet Orlando

Chevrolet has launched their new Orlando MPV which is being aimed at the fleet and user-chooser market. The new seven-seat Orlando is available with a 1.8-litre petrol engine or two new powerful diesel engines, with three trim derivatives available.

The new Orlando has a six-speed manual gearbox as standard (auto is an option on the diesel models only) and the 2.0-litre VCDi diesel manual models (130PS and 163PS) offer a combined mpg of 47.1 and a CO2 emissions figure of 159g/km. These cars are bound to be the most popular cars in the fleet sector, coming in at just under the 160g/km tax threshold.

Standard equipment is generous with all models (starting with the entry-level LS model) coming with Electronic Stability Control (ESC), air-conditioning, electric windows and mirrors, six airbags, and three 12v power sockets. The LT trim level includes rear parking sensors, climate control and an upgraded stereo, while the range-topping LTZ includes 17-inch alloy wheels, automatic headlights and windscreen wipers and power-folding door mirrors.

If you want to opt for the ultimate luxury you can choose the Exec pack on the LTZ Exec model which adds full leather upholstery with heated front seats, sat-nav and 18-inch alloys. Chevrolet business car leasing on all the new models should be loaded shortly.

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”.