Chevrolet Cavalier
A
Chinese Ministry report had leaked info stating that Chevrolet had resurrected
the Cavalier nameplate. Images of the all new compact sedan were also leaked
from a Chevrolet catalog, reports AutoHome.
The Cavalier was sold
chiefly in North America from 1982 to 2005, and was also badged as a Toyota in
the final years. The car was manufactured at the Lordstown assembly plant, and
was succeed by the Chevrolet Malibu.
It appears that the design
of the 2016 Chevrolet Cavalier will borrow cues from the Chevrolet’s latest
range of sedans such as the Malibu and North American-spec Cruze. The overall
dimensions and tire sizes have also been revealed. The Chevrolet Cavalier
measures 4,544 mm long, 1,779 mm wide, 1,467 mm tall, and has a wheelbase of
2,600 mm. The base model will ride on 195/65 R15 tires, while higher grades get
205/55 R16 tires.
A spyshot reveals its
interior for the first time, which appears to be quite basic. The dashboard
adopts a waterfall design, and center console houses a 2-DIN music system and
round HVAC dials. The gear lever sits tall with chrome accents around the knob,
and it features a conventional mechanical hand brake and a keyhole.
Under the hood, the
Chevrolet Cavalier will pack a 1.5L naturally aspirated engine that produces a
maximum output of 109 hp. A manual gearbox (as seen in the spyshot) will be
standard, while an automatic gearbox is likely to be offered. The Cavalier will
be positioned below the Cruze in the Chinese market.
