2010 Chevrolet Sail
Shanghai GM introduced the Chevrolet Sail sedan, the first passenger car in China by a Sino-foreign joint venture established. The new small car was developed by Shanghai GM and the Pan Asia Technical Automotive Center (PATAC), GM-SAIC joint venture. In addition to selling to China, sailing Chevrolet will also be exported to other emerging markets.
Shanghai GM offers five versions of the Chevrolet Sail with the base model price of around 60,000 yuan (U.S. $ 8,800). This is a breakthrough in the sub-RMB 70,000 (U.S. $ 10,300) small-car segment, where Chinese brands have traditionally been dominant.
“Our goal was to allow more to meet individuals and families with more to their dream of owning a car,” said Kevin Wale, president and CEO of GM China. “With the Chevrolet Sail, we are creating a new standard for low-car segment small piece of the life of Chevrolet in line with global standards, a vehicle of the brands in the world. The fact is that the veil is exported Chevrolet evidence for the ability of our organization for the development of products in China. ”
The Chevrolet Sail is a selection of its class 1.2-liter S-TEC II 1.4-liter S-TEC III engines are available. The 1.2-liter engine to achieve the best for fuel economy in its class in terms of detailed road of 5.7 L/100 km. It also produces power of 53.1 kW / L, so that the Chevrolet Sail 0 to 100 km / h in 12.9 seconds. The 1.4-liter engine provides power per liter than 54.3 kW / L, ranging from 0 to 100 km / h in 11.9 seconds and fuel consumption at 5.9 L/100 km.
The motors have variable geometry intake system (VGIS), for the supply of power and smooth torque at all speeds is available. Lightweight materials are in the engine, transmission and body are used to further improve fuel efficiency. The optimized to reduce friction coefficient in the transmission and tires in energy loss coefficient caused by mechanical effect. In accordance with the will of the Shanghai GM green strategy in China to meet both engines) Phase IV standard (as well as the Euro IV standard and can be upgraded to meet China’s Stage V emissions regulations.
Although it is classified as a small car, offers the Chevrolet Sail driving experience. The five-speed manual transmission provides smooth gear changes. The steering wheel offers sporty handling and easy control, while the Sport is still solid suspension comfort and excellent handling. The driver enjoys maximum visibility courtesy large windshield of the Chevrolet Sail, seats designed for local users, and no rear-view mirror blind spot.
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