The Chevrolet Tracker crossover SUV had
been intended for a worldwide debut, but it only launched in one market in
2019: China. Today, production finally started at the GM factory in Brazil.
The soft-roader comes based on the
affordable chassis known as the GEM (Global Emerging Markets), essentially a
trimmed-down variant of the Delta chassis the Chevrolet Cruze is based upon.
The tracker is 4,270 mm long and has 2,570 mm of
wheelbase.
The Brazil spec mimics the China one in
terms of both the exterior and the cabin, but their top trim levels are a bit
different. In particular, the Redline spec in China flaunts a characteristic
‘sporty’ décor and 16-inch rims, whereas the Premier spec in Latin America
sports chrome accents and 17-inch wheels.
The Wetern Tracker is also better equipped
than its oriental counterpart, notably packing six airbags and an infotainment
system with an 8-inch display in the base spec. The China version offers side
airbags and curtains as paid options. Self-parking is available at a premium in
both versions. Drum brakes is the one area where the Brazilian Tracker lags
behind its Chinese sibling (the latter gets disc brakes in higher trims).
The Chevrolet Tracker for Latin/South
America ships with a range of turbocharged three-cylinder engines featuring
distributed injection and ethanol fuel support. You may choose between a
1.0-liter unit and a larger 1.2-liter one. Both
link to the same six-speed automatic transmission by default, but you may opt
for manual if you buy the 1.0-liter version. The drive stays on the front axle.
Prices in Brazil range between US$ 15,800 and US$ 21,500.
