Tuesday, August 18, 2015

Car Profiles - Chevrolet Spin

CHEVROLET SPIN

Engineered in Brazil for worldwide consumption, the Spin competes in the mini-MPV segment where the Avanza lords. One killer proposition is the standard diesel engine which rivals don't have. Do we have a winner here?

The Good: Space for the size
The Bad: Top of the line diesel value has to be justified

Price Range: P838,888-P928,888
Our Rating: ****


OWNERSHIP DETAILS1.3 LTZ1.3 LS1.5 LTZ
PriceP928,888P838,000P858,888
Warranty5 Years or 100,000kms5 Years or 100,000kms5 Years or 100,000kms
ENGINE SPECS
Engine1.3 DOHC 16V I41.3 DOHC 16V I41.5 DOHC 16V I4
Horsepower74hp @ 4,000rpm74hp @ 4,000rpm108hp @ 6,000rpm
Torque190Nm @ 1,750-2,500rpm190Nm @ 1,750-2,500rpm141Nm @ 4,000rpm
Fuel TypeDieselDieselGasoline/93 Octane
Fuel SystemCRDiCRDiVVT-i
Transmission5-Speed Manual5-Speed Manual6-Speed Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity53 Liters53 Liters53 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length4,620mm4,620mm4,620mm
Width1,735mm1,735mm1,735mm
Height1,664mm1,664mm1,664mm
Wheelbase2,620mm2,620mm2,620mm
Curb Weight1,202kg
Body Style5 Door MPV5 Door MPV5 Door MPV
Engine/Drive TypeFront Engine/Front Wheel DriveFront Engine/Front Wheel DriveFront Engine/Front Wheel Drive
Seating777
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front SuspensionMcPherson StrutMcPherson StrutMcPherson Strut
Rear SuspensionTorsion BeamTorsion BeamTorsion Beam
Front BrakesDiscDiscDisc
Rear BrakesDrumDrumDrum
Tires195/65 R15195/65 R15
Wheels15 Inch AlloySteel with Cover15 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags202
Anti-Lock BrakesYesNoneYes
Traction/Stability ControlNoneNoneNone
Other Safety FeaturesAdds: Driver Side Load LimiterDeletes: Driver Side Load LimiterLoad Limiter
EXTERIOR
Fog LampsFront and RearNoneFront and Rear
Other Exterior FeaturesAdds: Roof Luggage CarrierDeletes: Roof Luggage CarrierRear Wiper, High Level Stop Lamp, Roof Luggage Carrier
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTiltTiltTilt
Steering Wheel MaterialUrethaneUrethaneUrethane
Seating AdjustmentManualManualManual
Seating MaterialFabricFabricFabric
Other Interior FeaturesAdds: Rear Courtesy LampDeletes: Rear Courtesy Lamp60/40 2nd Row Bench, Fold and Tumble 3rd Row Bench, Roof Courtesy Lamp, Hot Weather Equipment Package, Rear Courtesy Lamp
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power AmenitiesSteering, Windows, Door Locks, MirrorsSteering, Windows, Door LocksSteering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors
Climate ControlManualManualManual
Audio SystemAM/FM/CD/MP3/WMA/AUX/USB with Clock, Temperature, Wireless interface, and Bluetooth Audio and Hands FreeAM/FM/AUX/USB/ETRAM/FM/CD/MP3/WMA/AUX/USB with Clock, Temperature, Wireless interface, and Bluetooth Audio and Hands Free
Speakers444
Steering Wheel ControlsNoneNoneNone
AlarmYesYesYes
Keyless EntryYesYesYes
RIVALSNissan Grand Livina, Suzuki APV, Suzuki Ertiga, Toyota Avanza