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It was introduced as a [[concept vehicle]] at the [[2008 Paris Motor Show]]. In August 2009, at its extended product review, GM previewed the production-spec Orlando and confirmed its production.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.leftlanenews.com/on-the-scene-some-details-from-gms-product-preview.html |title=On the scene: Some details from GM's product preview |work=Left Lane News |author=Mark Elias |accessdate=2010-08-15}}</ref>
It was introduced as a [[concept vehicle]] at the [[2008 Paris Motor Show]]. In August 2009, at its extended product review, GM previewed the production-spec Orlando and confirmed its production.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.leftlanenews.com/on-the-scene-some-details-from-gms-product-preview.html |title=On the scene: Some details from GM's product preview |work=Left Lane News |author=Mark Elias |accessdate=2010-08-15}}</ref>


GM originally intended that the Orlando would go into production in the United States,<ref>{{cite web |url=http://usnews.rankingsandreviews.com/cars-trucks/daily-news/090114-2011-Chevy-Orlando-Small-SUV-Big-on-Space/ |title=2011 Chevy Orlando: Small SUV, Big on Space |work=U.S. News & World Reports |date=2009-01-14 |accessdate=2010-08-15}}</ref> however, in May 2010, GM reversed their decision.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.nitrobahn.com/news/no-chevrolet-orlando-for-u-s-says-general-motors/ |title=No Chevrolet Orlando for U.S., says General Motors |work=Nitrobahn |date=2010-05-01 |accessdate=2010-08-15}}</ref> The Chevrolet Orlando sold in [[Canada]] starting in 2011 for the 2012 model year.<ref>{{cite news|title=Chevrolet brings fun and functional European MPV to Canada with all-new Orlando|url=http://media.gm.ca/media/ca/en/chevrolet/vehicles/orlando/2012.html|accessdate=29 May 2011}}</ref> This crossover is now being produced at the Kunsan Assembly Plant is South Korea.
GM originally intended that the Orlando would go into production in the United States,<ref>{{cite web |url=http://usnews.rankingsandreviews.com/cars-trucks/daily-news/090114-2011-Chevy-Orlando-Small-SUV-Big-on-Space/ |title=2011 Chevy Orlando: Small SUV, Big on Space |work=U.S. News & World Reports |date=2009-01-14 |accessdate=2010-08-15}}</ref> however, in May 2010, GM reversed their decision.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.nitrobahn.com/news/no-chevrolet-orlando-for-u-s-says-general-motors/ |title=No Chevrolet Orlando for U.S., says General Motors |work=Nitrobahn |date=2010-05-01 |accessdate=2010-08-15}}</ref> The Chevrolet Orlando sold in [[Canada]] starting in 2011 for the 2012 model year.<ref>{{cite news|title=Chevrolet brings fun and functional European MPV to Canada with all-new Orlando|url=http://media.gm.ca/media/ca/en/chevrolet/vehicles/orlando/2012.html|accessdate=29 May 2011}}</ref> This crossover is now being produced at the Kunsan Assembly Plant in South Korea.


In 2010, GM showed the [[GMC Granite]] small MPV concept, which is similar to the Orlando.<ref>http://www.autoblog.com/2009/12/19/report-gm-to-show-chevy-orlando-based-gmc-granite-and-hi-po-bui/</ref>
In 2010, GM showed the [[GMC Granite]] small MPV concept, which is similar to the Orlando.<ref>http://www.autoblog.com/2009/12/19/report-gm-to-show-chevy-orlando-based-gmc-granite-and-hi-po-bui/</ref>

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Chevrolet Orlando
Overview
ManufacturerGM Korea (General Motors)
Production2010–present[1]
AssemblyKunsan, South Korea
Hanoi, Vietnam (GM Vietnam)
Kaliningrad, Russia (Avtotor)
Valencia, Venezuela (GM Venezolana)
Body and chassis
ClassCompact MPV/Compact SUV
Body style4-door minivan/SUV
LayoutFront engine, front-wheel drive/all-wheel drive
PlatformGM Delta II platform
RelatedOpel Astra (J)
Opel Ampera
Opel Zafira (C)
Chevrolet Volt
Chevrolet Cruze
Buick Verano
Buick Excelle XT
Powertrain
Engine1.8L Ecotec I4 petrol
2.0L VCDi Family Z I4 diesel
2.4 L Ecotec I4 petrol
Transmission5-speed manual
6-speed manual
6-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,760 mm (108.7 in)[2]
Length4,652 mm (183.1 in)
Width1,836 mm (72.3 in)
Height1,633 mm (64.3 in)
Curb weight1,655 kg
Chronology
PredecessorPontiac Vibe
Chevrolet Vivant
Chevrolet HHR (Canada)

The Chevrolet Orlando (Template:Lang-ko) is a five-door, seven-seat compact MPV manufactured by GM Korea under the Chevrolet division for world-wide markets[3]

Overview

It was introduced as a concept vehicle at the 2008 Paris Motor Show. In August 2009, at its extended product review, GM previewed the production-spec Orlando and confirmed its production.[4]

GM originally intended that the Orlando would go into production in the United States,[5] however, in May 2010, GM reversed their decision.[6] The Chevrolet Orlando sold in Canada starting in 2011 for the 2012 model year.[7] This crossover is now being produced at the Kunsan Assembly Plant in South Korea.

In 2010, GM showed the GMC Granite small MPV concept, which is similar to the Orlando.[8]

Production model was unveiled in 2010 Busan International Motor Show,[9] followed by 2013 North American International Auto Show.[10]

Engines

Engine code Type Power@rpm Torque@rpm Transmission
Petrol engines
LUJ 1.4 L (1,364 cc) Ecotec I4 (t/c) 103 kW (138 hp) 200 N⋅m (148 lb⋅ft)
? 1.8 L (1,796 cc) Ecotec I4 141 PS (104 kW; 139 hp)@6200 176 N⋅m (130 lb⋅ft)@3800
  • 6-speed GM 6T45 automatic
  • LAF 2.4 L (2,384 cc) DI Ecotec LAF I4 174 hp (130 kW; 176 PS)@6700 171 lb⋅ft (232 N⋅m)@4900
    Liquefied petroleum gas engines
    LBN 2.0 L (1,998 cc) I4 140 PS (100 kW; 140 hp)@6000 18.8 kg⋅m (184 N⋅m)@4600
    Diesel engines
    ? 2.0 L (1,998 cc) VCDi Family Z I4 turbo 130 PS (96 kW; 130 hp)@3800 315 N⋅m (232 lb⋅ft)@2000
    Z20D1 2.0 L (1,998 cc) VCDi Family Z I4 turbo 163 PS (120 kW; 161 hp)@3800 360 N⋅m (270 lb⋅ft)@1750-2750

    Canadian models include 2.4L direct injection petrol four-cylinder engine.[11] European models include 1.8L petrol, 2.0L diesel engines. South Korean models include 2.0L LPG and 2.0L (163PS) diesel engines.

    Safety

    Euro NCAP test results
    Chevrolet Orlando (2011)[12]
    Test Points %
    Overall:
    Adult occupant: 34 95%
    Child occupant: 39 79%
    Pedestrian: 18 49%
    Safety assist: 5 71%

    Marketing

    As part of the Chevrolet Orlando launch in the UK, a life-sized Play-Doh clay model replica was unveiled in London.[13][14]

    References

    1. ^ Chevrolet Orlando debut in Italy with 1.8 Ecotec engine and 2.0 diesel engine
    2. ^ http://www.heise.de/autos/artikel/Chevrolet-Orlando-Freund-der-Familie-1149499.html
    3. ^ "jalopnik.com/5057661/chevy-orlando-concept-officially-revealed".
    4. ^ Mark Elias. "On the scene: Some details from GM's product preview". Left Lane News. Retrieved 2010-08-15.
    5. ^ "2011 Chevy Orlando: Small SUV, Big on Space". U.S. News & World Reports. 2009-01-14. Retrieved 2010-08-15.
    6. ^ "No Chevrolet Orlando for U.S., says General Motors". Nitrobahn. 2010-05-01. Retrieved 2010-08-15.
    7. ^ "Chevrolet brings fun and functional European MPV to Canada with all-new Orlando". Retrieved 29 May 2011.
    8. ^ http://www.autoblog.com/2009/12/19/report-gm-to-show-chevy-orlando-based-gmc-granite-and-hi-po-bui/
    9. ^ Buick LaCrosse rebranded as Daewoo Alpheon in South Korea
    10. ^ Chevy filling its NAIAS stand with 5 models not sold in US
    11. ^ 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (Canada) SPECIFICATIONS
    12. ^ "Euro NCAP results for Chevrolet Orlando" (PDF). euroncap.com. 2011.
    13. ^ Life-size Play-Doh Chevrolet Orlando appears on London streets
    14. ^ TOY RACER: LIFE-SIZE PLAY-DOH CAR STICKS TO ROAD