Chevy Orlando: Microvan European Style!

Even though the exact numbers for fuel efficiency haven't been released yet, it is too great of news that the Chevy Orlando concept car is actually in production and will be available in European markets in early 2011.  While there are spy cameras leaking pictures of the new microvan, a few details have been released.  First off, the car is only slightly longer than the Chevy Cruze by about three inches, but still much smaller than the Chevy Silverado.  Secondly, the car will likely not be available at San Diego Toyota or any other U.S. dealership as the car is set to be sold in Europe, Asia, and Canada.  Maybe some Americans that live in the northern United States will sneak a peek at some of the ones that Canadians have purchased and occasionally drive down to the states. 

The line up at Alberta Mazda Dealers offer some great choices, and even the Mazda5 resembles the Chevy Orlando.  We first saw this concept car in the making back in 2008 at the Paris Auto Show.  There are some rumors that we will see this car in the United States, but that is only likely if gas prices go back above $4 per gallon.  Right now, the Equinox and Traverse are meeting the needs of the minivan market in America and also giving drivers the fuel efficiency they crave.  There will be two models of the Orlando available: the 1.8 liter four cylinder regular gas engine with 141 horsepower or the diesel 2.0 liter engine with 131 or 163 horsepower. 

The Orlando offers a long list of unique features that will make drivers love driving this car.  There is the ability to seat seven passengers in three rows of seating, and the second and third rows are elevated in theater style so everyone can see clearly out the front window.  Chevrolet even made a special holder for your MP3 player that will charge it while you are listening to it.  All trim levels come standard with air conditioning and electronic stability control.

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