Chevrolet Trax LTZ: Try Attract Customers With Turbo

Chevrolet Trax LTZ challenging its competitors with turbo engines relyDETAILS

• Make  Chevrolet 
• Model  Trax 
• Edition  LTZ

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    Although Chevrolet never fails to project LMPV those affected by the closure of factories of General Motors (GM) in Indonesia, but GM Indonesia did not flinch and kept meniagakan Chevrolet products in the country. Now they are betting by presenting the Chevrolet Trax to compete with Japanese manufacturers in the compact SUV segment.

First present at the event in 2015 GIIAS ago, the new Chevrolet Trax's providing we reviewed in depth in early June. GM Indonesia meniagakan Trax two variants namely LT and LTZ. And that became our test unit was the highest type of Trax LTZ.

From his face, Trax adopt two large grille that identifies the current Chevrolet vehicle, you may be familiar with the Captiva. Grooves on Trax provides unequivocal views, masculine and proud. Some indentations are made as if the muscle cars, and creating strong and stable standing position.

Part cockpit Cockpit Dual Trax adopt a philosophy that focuses on flexibility and functionality. Dual Cockpit provides a separate space that is free for the driver and front passenger. In the LTZ variant available sunroof to get an impression of a more spacious cabin again. While in the second row, available 230V power outlet that can be used to recharge a variety of devices. The rear seat can be folded configuration with storage capacities of 60:40 to give wider goods. To give optimum comfort, all seats are equipped with a blend of dark leather and fabric.

Trax has an entertainment features are good enough. There MyLink can connect various functions of its main smartphone iPhone and iPod. With this efficient feature, you can access photos, music collections and make phone calls. Internet radio is also available. then There are also features that Siri Eyes Free voice command feature integrated with the car. Just as the function of Siri on your iPhone.

Steering wheel feels comfortable and is equipped with a variety of features that simplify the driver to operate it. Provided on the steering wheel is cruise control, voice command, the receiving phone calls and entertainment system setup. Instrumental panel system using a combination of a digital speedometer and analog revcounter. Revcounter sized will make it easier to switch gears when using current manual mode. Unfortunately, the manual mode is not equipped with paddleshift, but through the side button on the gear lever.

Trax actual strength to compete in this segment is behind the hood. Trax is the only compact SUV adopts ie ECOTEC turbo engine with a capacity 1.364cc. The result Trax has a power 140 hp at 4,900 rpm and peak torque of 200 Nm at 1,850 rpm. The machine is equipped with the latest D-CVCP (Double Continuous Cam Phasing) to maximize the timing on the intake and exhaust valves, and increasing engine efficiency while reducing emissions. Power from the engine is channeled to the front wheels through a 6- speed automatic transmission GEN II.

Trax invite wandering in the city is quite exciting because it transfers power from the engine to the front wheels was linear from low rpm. So that's just a leisurely walk you do not need to press the gas pedal too deep. The body is compact also makes maneuvering in urban areas into favor, in the middle of traffic conditions in Jakarta dense, Trax can move swiftly.

When switched to the toll road, kickdown acceleration given enough to give pleasure. Power 140 hp from a turbo engine belongs Trax quite entertaining. When must maneuver fast on the highway, features electric power steering with speed sensing property of Trax feels agile and a good response with the road surface.

Honestly, handling of Trax is quite surprising, because it was very good for a compact SUV. Adopting a McPherson suspension in front and a compound crank rear suspension, an integrated system that combines Body Frame Integral upper frame with infrastructure on the chassis. As a result, kickback given by Trax provides a sense of comfort while passing though a bumpy road at high speed though. Though it still feels a little bodyroll when maneuvering quickly. The use of 18-inch alloy wheels wrapped in 215/55 size tires also contribute to the control.

Most important selling value Trax LTZ in Indonesia is priced at Rp 291 million but you will get safety features far exceeds its competitors. With six airbags, stability control, traction control, hill start assist, hill descent control and ABS plus EBD, he is also quite the most complete. All of this complements its turbo engine and control capabilities are topnotch.Data Fakta

Rentang harga

Ex-showroom price

Rp 291,1 juta (OTR)

Mesin

Bahan Bakar	Bensin
Tipe	1.364 cc,Turbo
Tenaga	140hp @ 4.900 rpm
Torsi	200 Nm @1.850 rpm

Transmisi

Tipe	Otomatis
Gearbox	6-speed

Dimensi

Ground clearance

181 mm

Chassis

Ban	215/55 R18