Chevrolet Optra
Chevrolet Optra is a well known brand in luxury car industry now a days. General Motors India launched Chevrolet Optra in 2003. Positioned in the C- segment of cars, the sedan is based on a new platform from GM Daewoo Auto & Technology (GM-DAT). Chevrolet Optra was introduced in the Indian midsize sedan market with the aim of delivering better value, through style, features and performance. The car comes packed with advanced safety features. The luxury sedan has been equipped with sound engineering system and offers good value for money.
Engine
Under the hood of Chevrolet Optra lies a powerful 16-valve D-TEC gasoline engine. The 1.8L double overhead camshaft (DOHC) engine pumps out a maximum power of 115 PS of power at 5,800 rpm and 158 Nm of torque. The engine is extremely refined and is characterized by high efficiency and low noise.
Design And Comfort
Chevrolet Optra has been designed by famed Italian car design house - Pininfarina. It is a gracefully proportioned vehicle that flaunts a unique European flair. Its modern and dynamic look is accentuated with jewel-effect head and tail lamps, crystal-effect fog lamps and chrome-ringed tri-port front grille, with trademark "Bowtie" mounted on it. The body-colored front and rear bumpers and side moldings further enhance the sporty appearance of Chevrolet Optra. The five-seater luxury car provides ultimate comfort for its occupants. Its hip-point cushioned seats facilitate easy ingress and egress.
Interiors
The interiors of Chevrolet Optra are as stylish as its exteriors. The richly appointed cabin comes with generous space and ample legroom for all its occupants. Optra's plush seats are beautified with wood grain. The instrument cluster looks elegant, with audio and air conditioning system controls within easy reach of the driver and co-driver. Chevrolet Optra comes with more than a dozen storage spaces inside the cabin. Small pockets are located on the side of the front seat passenger, while storage bins are positioned in all four doors. Sunglasses holder and central storage deposit tray are also present in its cabin.
Ride And Handling
Total Noise Reduction System (TNRS) of Chevrolet Optra utilizes effective noise insulation materials throughout the body, engine compartment, door panels and floor of the car. This way, harshness and vibration are reduced, because of which the driver of Optra enjoys a quiet ride. Suspension system of the sedan is finely tuned to suit the Indian roads. The automobile provides excellent ride comfort and road handling.
Safety
Chevrolet Optra is fully loaded with advanced active and passive safety features. High-strength steel is used in the manufacture of the vehicle's body, which provides superior torsional rigidity and crash stability. It also comes equipped with progressive crumple zones, which protect its occupants in the event of front or side collisions. Other safety features of Optra include airbags, five three-point safety belts, height-adjustable front seatbelts and rear seat head restraints.
Variants, Price And Color
The 1.8L LT and 1.8L LS variants of Chevrolet Optra are available in a number of colors, including Casablanca White, Platinum metallic, Blazing Red, Cashmere and Intense Black. The midsize luxury sedan is priced at Rs 8-12 lakh (approx).
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