Chevrolet Orlando concept (with pics)

http://www.motorauthority.com/news/concept-cars/chevrolet-orlando-concept-revealed-ahead-of-paris-motor-show-debut/

Looks great, this is just what Chevy needs to replace drying up SUV sales.

The intermingling of previously distinct automotive segments continues with the latest crossover concept car to come out of Chevrolet’s design studios. Going by the name of ‘Orlando,’ the concept combines elements of an SUV, family van and a wagon to create one of the most unique additions to the growing world of the crossover.

Based on the recently announced Cruze compact sedan, the Orlando show car features flared fenders instead of a flat side-body to give a stronger, SUV-esque appearance. The ‘family van’ and ‘wagon’ segments come in with the Orlando’s seven-seat capability, supposed car-like handling, and easy entry thanks to its car-based architecture.

Chevrolet is hoping to display its creativity in the segment with this crossover concept, as well as attempt to separate itself from a reputation among Europeans as a brand of large, unwieldy American vehicles.

The Orlando concept certainly fits this bill, seating seven occupants and featuring a generous 2,760mm (108.6") wheelbase and wide front and rear tracks to maximize interior space. Despite its size, fuel economy for the concept is also expected to be above average, due to it being powered by a compact 2.0L turbodiesel developing 150hp and 320Nm of torque.


http://www.motorauthority.com/wp-content/uploads/Chevrolet/Concepts/Orlando/Chevrolet_Orlando_main.jpg

http://www.motorauthority.com/images/GM/Chevrolet/Concepts/Orlando/01/Chevrolet_Orlando_MotorAuthority_002.jpg

Not something that I'd personally be interested in, but I think the styling, at least in the drawing, looks to be a lot more sophisticated / 'grown up' than other offering in this segment.

That's a weird place for a shifter...

That's a weird place for a shifter...

Honda did that on one of the civic generations. And I think the Honda Fit is that way, too. Not that it looks right, but it didn't seem to effect the Honda buyers.

I guess this would replace the HHR. Looks pretty good.

while im not a huge fan of it. if i had a wife and kid(s) i buy one the versatility of it is very appealing for a family.

by the way where the hell did they get that name from LOL.

while im not a huge fan of it. if i had a wife and kid(s) i buy one the versatility of it is very appealing for a family.

by the way where the hell did they get that name from LOL.



A city in Florida..... duh.... :)

A city in Florida..... duh.... :)

We're clearly running out of cool, exotic cities to name cars after. I can't wait for the upcoming Pontiac Poughkeepsie!

A city in Florida..... duh.... :)

i knew that just seems like a horrible name. maybe im missing something maybe they plan on coming out with a Disney version or something.

I imagine the name will change before production.

Nice setup - a bit lower, and it'd be very European. It hits where the Caliper largely missed.

This sort of vehicle probably makes more sense for most SUV buyers, and it'll be more affordable than a Lambda.

Can you imagine a beach cruiser version with a surfboard rack on the roof?

How about a special edition Disco Tony "Orlando" and Dawn version with retro 1970's van styling. (Just how large of a water bed can you fit in back?) :D

Is this slated for the US or just in Europe?

IP looks to be similar to or same as the Camaro

Almost looks like it was taken directly from Camaro's parts bin.... :think:

Almost looks like it was taken directly from Camaro's parts bin.... :think:

Or was it the other way around?:alert:

I don't mind it... as the article states it's a 7-seater, would it be more a RAV4 rival or Highlander?

I don't mind it... as the article states it's a 7-seater, would it be more a RAV4 rival or Highlander?

I would say more RAV4, it is delta based afterall.

I guess this would replace the HHR. Looks pretty good.

Yeah, I guess this is the "wagon" version of the Cruze as HHR was to the Cobalt. I think it looks good, too. Hopefully it has some similar fuel economy to the Cruze. Could be a big winner.

Is this slated for the US or just in Europe?

Perhaps you missed the word "concept" in the title. Its not currently planned for production anywhere. :p

That's a weird place for a shifter...

http://images.superstreetonline.com/featuredvehicles/130_0405_09z+Honda_Civic+Center_Console_Gear_Shift _Interior_View.jpg

^^^
That looks like it's ready to give mustache rides. What car is that?

IP looks to be similar to or same as the Camaro...I think it looks ok though.

Almost looks like it was taken directly from Camaro's parts bin.... :think:

Isn't it taken directly from the Chevy Cruze? :think:

Perhaps you missed the word "concept" in the title. Its not currently planned for production anywhere. :p

So what production version is the concept based off of? This doesn't look like a design study "concept". It looks more like a "are people going to buy this if we put it into production" concept. It looks too final to be just a concept.

So what production version is the concept based off of? This doesn't look like a design study "concept".
Read the the article, I believe it said it was based off the Chevy Cruze.

Read the the article, I believe it said it was based off the Chevy Cruze.

and the hhr is based off the delta also, so whats your point?

and the hhr is based off the delta also, so whats your point?The interior is almost identical to the spy photos we've seen of the Cruze's interior. :rolleyes:

The interior is almost identical to the spy photos we've seen of the Cruze's interior. :rolleyes:

I'm just saying that it would be very easy to move from concept to production with this vehicle as is. Plus, the way some talked in this thread, I thought it was going to see the light of day. It would be nice to see a Cruze size vehicle with Lambda seating capacity and an engine to pull it all. I'd bet they would sell a ton. Could GM offer the new Equinox in an extended version and have similar seating capacity?

I'm just saying that it would be very easy to move from concept to production with this vehicle as is. Plus, the way some talked in this thread, I thought it was going to see the light of day. It would be nice to see a Cruze size vehicle with Lambda seating capacity and an engine to pull it all. I'd bet they would sell a ton. Could GM offer the new Equinox in an extended version and have similar seating capacity?Oh I agree. I'd actually consider such a vehicle as a daily driver, if it were big enough. My wife and I like the elbow room we have in the Tahoe. :D

http://images.superstreetonline.com/featuredvehicles/130_0405_09z+Honda_Civic+Center_Console_Gear_Shift _Interior_View.jpg

Just a question.....

..... does that shifter make this vehicle popular with the ladies???

..... sorry..... bad question.

its out of a civic si

http://images.superstreetonline.com/featuredvehicles/130_0405_09z+Honda_Civic+Center_Console_Gear_Shift _Interior_View.jpg

Wow, that should have been blocked by Websense here at work.