0 Chevrolet Onix To Strengthen Latin American Markets

In Brazil compact hatchback type car is the choice of the people. Leaders in this class is the Volkswagen Gol who have for years been a best-selling in Brazil. But now it seems VW Gol had to be careful because this year the arrival of two competitors who are ready to tackle the car move. One of his new rival is the Chevrolet Onix introduced at the exhibition Sao Paolo Auto Show 2012.

With Onix, the General Motors Chevrolet as the parent can expect a profitable return after an operating loss in the area of ​​South America.

In developing this car manufacturer utilizing the Gamma II platform which is also used on other Chevy variants, such as Cobalt and Spin. At the front of Onix comes with a slick design. The main light modern look thanks to the use of the color blue background. Characteristic of the product in the form of American car manufacturer logo bow tie is between the two separate grille also adorn the face of this compact hatchback.

Cars that use a rim size of 15 inches has a simple design of the rear. Taillights have an angled shape that makes it seem conservative. Rear spoiler that is equipped with a third brake light also helped to enliven the back of Onix.

Meanwhile, for the interior, Chevy Onix has an attractive design and use quality materials. Affairs detail on the inside of the car is also worth noting the presence of mold orange stitching on some elements. At the center of the cockpit there is a screen that serves to showcase GM's latest multimedia system, the MyLink. The system is able to integrate with your favorite smart phone.

Beneath the hood, there is a unit capacity of 1,000 cc 4-cylinder engine that can generate power 78 hp when filled with regular gasoline and 80 hp when filled with ethanol. Mobil five-door also has more engine options, namely mechanical heart capacity of 1400 cc that is capable of producing power 98 hp when driving with petrol and 106 hp when driving with ethanol.

In South America, Chevrolet Onix is ​​not only fighting the VW Gol, but also Hyundai HB20 recently released a few months ago.