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General Motors SA will presen its third-generation Chevrolet Utility at the 2011 Johannesburg International Motor Show
Since its introduction to SA in 1997, the then Corsa bakkie has remained a popular choice for buyers in the three-quarter ton pick-up market.
The next generation Chevrolet Utility was first launched in Brazil earlier in 2011 as the Montana and evolved from the Corsa Utility.
At furst glance you may be forgiven for thinking it's not that different in terms of looks to the outgoing model, despite being built on an all-new platform. The new Ute sports minor style changes.
FAMILIAR FACE
The new model sports a sharper, more angular look than its predeccesor but of course still has the familiar dual-port grille with Chevrolet's bow-tie emblem. Strong headlight and front bumper styling compliments the contemporary Chevrolet family identity.
Final specs are still subject to change but we can expect a range of 10 model models with a choice of petrol or diesel power. Base, Club and Sport specification levels will be offered together with each of three engine options with a factory-fitted aircon option on the base units. model.
GMSA has set itself a production goal of 50 000 vehicles a year across three platforms from its Port Elizabeth plant. This goal is in line with meeting the requirements of the government’s Automotive Production Development Programme which will come into effect in 2013.
The new Chevrolet Utility will be launched in South Africa before the end of 2011.
Since its introduction to SA in 1997, the then Corsa bakkie has remained a popular choice for buyers in the three-quarter ton pick-up market.
The next generation Chevrolet Utility was first launched in Brazil earlier in 2011 as the Montana and evolved from the Corsa Utility.
At furst glance you may be forgiven for thinking it's not that different in terms of looks to the outgoing model, despite being built on an all-new platform. The new Ute sports minor style changes.
FAMILIAR FACE
The new model sports a sharper, more angular look than its predeccesor but of course still has the familiar dual-port grille with Chevrolet's bow-tie emblem. Strong headlight and front bumper styling compliments the contemporary Chevrolet family identity.
Final specs are still subject to change but we can expect a range of 10 model models with a choice of petrol or diesel power. Base, Club and Sport specification levels will be offered together with each of three engine options with a factory-fitted aircon option on the base units. model.
GMSA has set itself a production goal of 50 000 vehicles a year across three platforms from its Port Elizabeth plant. This goal is in line with meeting the requirements of the government’s Automotive Production Development Programme which will come into effect in 2013.
The new Chevrolet Utility will be launched in South Africa before the end of 2011.
