Tuesday, December 29, 2015

Chevrolet Optra Sedan - Generation 1.1 (2003-2005)

CHEVROLET OPTRA SEDAN (2003-2005)

After the failure of the Cassia, Chevrolet had brought in the Optra which is based on a Daewoo. From launch, the 1.6 LS was available with a 1.8 model and a basic 1.6 followed suit.

See the Generation 1.2 or 1.3 model







OWNERSHIP DETAILS1.8 LT1.6 LS1.6 L
Years AvailableAugust 2004-July 2005August 2003-July 2005January 2005-July 2005
ENGINE SPECS
EngineECOTEC 1.8 DOHC 16V I4ETEC-II 1.6 DOHC 16V I4ETEC-II 1.6 DOHC 16V I4
Horsepower123hp @ 5,800rpm112hp @ 5,800rpm112hp @ 5,800rpm
Torque165Nm @ 4,000rpm150Nm @ 4,000rpm150Nm @ 4,000rpm
Fuel TypeGasoline/93 OctaneGasoline/93 OctaneGasoline/93 Octane
Fuel SystemECI Multi Port InjectionECI Multi Port InjectionElectronic Fuel Injection
Transmission4-Speed Automatic5-Speed Manual, 4-Speed Automatic5-Speed Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity60 Liters60 Liters60 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length4,500mm4,500mm4,500mm
Width1,725mm1,725mm1,725mm
Height1,445mm1,445mm1,445mm
Wheelbase2,600mm2,600mm2,600mm
Curb Weight1,260kg1,225kg1,200kg
Body Style4-Door Sedan4-Door Sedan4-Door Sedan
Engine/Drive TypeFront Engine/Front Wheel DriveFront Engine/Front Wheel DriveFront Engine/Front Wheel Drive
Seating555
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front SuspensionIndependent McPherson StrutIndependent McPherson StrutIndependent McPherson Strut
Rear SuspensionIndependent Dual LinkIndependent Dual LinkIndependent Dual Link
Front BrakesVented DiscVented DiscVented Disc
Rear BrakesSolid DiscSolid DiscSolid Disc
Tires195/55 R15195/55 R15185/65 R14
Wheels15 Inch Alloy15 Inch Alloy14 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags110
Anti-Lock BrakesYes, With Electronic Brakeforce DistributionYesNone
Traction/Stability ControlNoneNoneNone
Other Safety FeaturesAdds: NoneAdds: ISO-FIX Child SeatsNone
EXTERIOR
Fog LampsFrontFrontNone
Other Exterior FeaturesAdds: Chrome Rear Plate GarnishNoneNone
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTiltTiltTilt
Steering Wheel MaterialLeatherUrethaneUrethane
Seating AdjustmentManualManualManual
Seating MaterialLeatherFabricFabric
Other Interior FeaturesAdds: Wood Grain AccentsAdds: 60/40 Fold Rear Seats, Cooled Glove BoxNone
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power AmenitiesSteering , Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors, Trunk ReleaseSteering , Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors, Trunk ReleaseSteering , Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors, Trunk Release
Climate ControlManualManualManual
Audio SystemAM/FM/5 CDAM/FM/5 CDAM/FM/CD
Speakers664
Steering Wheel ControlsNoneNoneNone
AlarmYesYesNone
Keyless EntryYes, with ImmobilizerYes, with ImmobilizerNone
NOTES
RIVALSFord Lynx, Honda Civic, Mazda 3, Mitsubishi Lancer, Nissan Sentra, Toyota Corolla Altis