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Chevrolet HHR News **Chevy Releases HHR SS (page 3)**
Spy Shots: 06 Chevy HHR - - The heritage high roof becomes more than an homage. - - by Hans Lehmann/Hidden Image - - Source: The Car Connection
About a year ago, Chevy first gave the public information and a sketch of the Chevy HHR, a retro-styled station wagon that Chevy says takes its style from a mixture of the 1949 Chevy Suburban and the current Chevy SSR (and not the Chrysler PT Cruiser, so they say.)
Over the following months Chevy execs filled in more information, noting that the HHR (which stands for "heritage high roof") will be built on GM's Delta platform, shared with the Saturn ION and 2005 Chevy Cobalt. Price is pegged at about $23,000, and Chevy says they aim to sell 100,000 HHRs a year.
The HHR has four doors plus a rear hatch. It will seat five, and have a fold-down second row seat. Power will come from a double-overhead cam four-cylinder engine rated at up to 220 horsepower.
Now these latest photos capture a prototype HHR undergoing high-temperature testing in the desert southwest. From its Chevy bowtie grille emblem to its quad round taillights, the production model is exactly like the sketches that Chevy displayed a year ago. The styling influence of the 1949 Suburban is quite evident, despite this being a new design based on a car platform.
The HHR will be introduced in summer of 2005 as a 2006 model.
About a year ago, Chevy first gave the public information and a sketch of the Chevy HHR, a retro-styled station wagon that Chevy says takes its style from a mixture of the 1949 Chevy Suburban and the current Chevy SSR (and not the Chrysler PT Cruiser, so they say.)
Over the following months Chevy execs filled in more information, noting that the HHR (which stands for "heritage high roof") will be built on GM's Delta platform, shared with the Saturn ION and 2005 Chevy Cobalt. Price is pegged at about $23,000, and Chevy says they aim to sell 100,000 HHRs a year.
The HHR has four doors plus a rear hatch. It will seat five, and have a fold-down second row seat. Power will come from a double-overhead cam four-cylinder engine rated at up to 220 horsepower.
Now these latest photos capture a prototype HHR undergoing high-temperature testing in the desert southwest. From its Chevy bowtie grille emblem to its quad round taillights, the production model is exactly like the sketches that Chevy displayed a year ago. The styling influence of the 1949 Suburban is quite evident, despite this being a new design based on a car platform.
The HHR will be introduced in summer of 2005 as a 2006 model.
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Although this looks larger than the PT Cruiser, I wonder if it will be competing with it. From the engine info, it sounds like it will be competing with the PTC.
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looks kinda like an old school suburban
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and if its as big to have 3 rows of seats im shocked to see a stick shift...nice surprise.
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They get the steering wheels right on the HHR but not on the Corvette and Malibu. Only at GM...
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WTF are they thinking? Lets build a PTC ripoff/poser SUV/Minivan, but kill the Camaro.
Yeah good job GM.
I hate GM, I really do.
Lutz is the most overrated CEO ever. Period.
Yeah good job GM.
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Lutz is the most overrated CEO ever. Period.
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Chevrolet HHR brings customizable fun and functionality to the compact segment - - Posted by: kak on Monday, January 03, 2005 - 07:43 PM CET - - Source: kak.net
Chevrolet unveiled the production model of the 2006 HHR, a unique vehicle that combines styling and interior adaptability to create a vehicle suited to all lifestyles. Chevy introduced the HHR at the 2005 Greater Los Angeles Auto Show, the spiritual home of the custom car. The HHR has a distinct design that fuses elements of the 1949 Chevy Suburban - the original utility vehicle - and the SSR roadster. It is built on the same solid platform as the new Chevy Cobalt. The HHR will be available in the second half of 2005. "The HHR is what you want it to be, whether you're hauling band equipment around the country or hauling your friends across town," said Lori Queen, GM vehicle line executive for small car. "With its unmistakable styling and innovative features, the HHR is further proof that there is a new spirit at Chevrolet."
- Unique styling with functional interior
- Fun to drive, quiet and spacious
- Rounds out Chevy's small-car strategy
With its overall length of 174.5 inches (4472 mm) and a cargo capacity of approximately 63.1cubic feet (1787 liters), the five-passenger HHR has easy-to-maneuver dimensions and room for just about any lifestyle interest. Its reconfigurable interior with clever storage solutions accommodates everything from groceries to surfboards.
HHR rounds out Chevrolet's small-vehicle strategy that began last year with the successful Aveo - a vehicle which recently claimed the leadership position in its segment after just nine months on the market - and continues this year with Cobalt.
Well-equipped models
HHR comes well equipped from the factory with two model levels: LS and LT. The LT also comes in two packages - 1LT and 2LT. The LS and 1LT are powered by an Ecotec 2.2L four-cylinder rated at 140 horsepower (104 kw) and 150 lb.-ft. of torque (207 Nm). An Ecotec 2.4L four-cylinder is standard in the 2LT and is available in the 1LT; it delivers 170 horsepower (126 kw) and 170 lb.-ft. of torque (235 Nm). A five-speed manual transmission is standard and an electronically controlled four-speed automatic is available in all models.
Both LS and LT HHR models include standard features such as air conditioning, power windows and door locks, six-speaker CD stereo, and remote keyless entry. Additional product highlights include:
- Driver information center
- Available Pioneer enhanced-performance audio system with subwoofer
- Adjustable cargo configurations
- Large power sunroof available
- OnStar available
- XM Satellite Radio available
- 16.2-gallon fuel tank provides more than 400 miles cruising range
- 16-inch and 17-inch wheel options
- Remote start (standard with automatic transmission)
The 1LT model also includes a standard MP3 player, six-way power seat with power lumbar, and a satin exterior finish. Bright chrome exterior trim and a bright exhaust tip are available. ABS and traction control are available (traction control only available with automatic transmission).
HHR 2LT includes standard features that include ABS, fog lamps, bright exhaust tip, leather-wrapped steering wheel and shifter, the Pioneer sound system with subwoofer, 17-inch wheels, FE3 sport suspension and a bright chrome exterior trim. Heated leather seats also are available on both LT packages.
Style
HHR is a four-door vehicle with a rear touch-pad liftgate. Its high roof evokes the look of the innovative 1949 Chevy Suburban, while other exterior cues carry the expressive attributes of the SSR roadster - all unmistakably Chevy traits.
Like the SSR, the HHR features deep-draw, flared fenders which tuck in at the rockers for a solid, firmly-planted stance. A one-piece, stamped metal hood is reminiscent of the '49 Suburban's heritage and is evidence of precise assembly quality. More quality touches are found in the single-cavity headlamp design, which incorporates jeweled lighting effects, as well as a flared, twin-taillamp design in the rear that creates a look that is half street machine and half vintage Corvette. Stamped door and window appearances with a one-piece wraparound molding contribute to the clean, detailed design and are uncommon in contemporary vehicles. The HHR's rear window is flush with the body side.
The outside mirrors are integrated into the overall design theme for a more custom appearance, and the available integrated roof racks are designed to retain the HHR's overall aesthetic. The HHR also incorporates contemporary Chevy styling cues, including a prominent cross-grille bar with a Bowtie logo.
A variety of expressive exterior colors will be available.
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Like the rest of the vehicle, the HHR's interior combines the reassuring high visibility and cargo flexibility of an SUV with the comfort, appointments, driving ease and ergonomics of an upscale sedan. The high roof provides excellent headroom and creates a more open, airy environment, while the instrument cluster carries the heritage theme of the vehicle.
The HHR's interior evokes a feeling of roominess and an upscale aura is created by detailed, jewel-like instrument displays and chrome accents. Interior color combinations feature darker colors on upper sections of the interior and lighter colors for lower sections. Quality also is conveyed in the tailored seats, which provide firmer support, sculpture and plenty of comfort for long drives.
HHR also has standard air conditioning, providing comfortable levels of airflow, cooling capability and reduced cool-down time. The system is designed to provide efficient side-window defogging and enhanced rear-window defogging.
Complementing the HHR's comfortable and expressive interior is a highly adaptable cargo system, which maximizes storage capability with a host of clever and useful configuration options, including:
- The front passenger seat folds fully flat, extending the total load length from the liftgate to the instrument panel.
- The center armrest of the front seats is integrated into the seat back frame, so it is out of the way when pivoted into a stowed position; a characteristic of trucks and SUVs.
- The rear seats have a 60/40-split, which fold to form a flat load surface in conjunction with the folded front passenger seat. The 60-percent side was thoughtfully positioned on the passenger side, enabling wider objects to be placed in the vehicle securely.
The cargo area in the rear also is thoughtfully designed:
- It provides a continuous flat load floor when the rear seats are folded down.
- The floor conceals a 5-inch-deep recess bin; the spare tire is located beneath the bin.
- The primary load floor can become a shelf when raised and mounted approximately 2 feet higher - the shelf can be mounted level or at a 45-degree angle to provide quick access to the cargo beneath it when the liftgate is opened.
- Two large storage bins are found forward of the load floor, nested behind the rear seat, and plastic bag holders are conveniently located on the rear compartment bin.
Powertrain details
HHR relies on the renowned Ecotec family of technologically sophisticated inline four-cylinder engines, which balances usable power with fuel and emissions efficiency. Both the 2.2L engine and 2.4L engines in the HHR have distinct performance and hardware differences, but share a basic structure and construction that includes:
- Dual overhead camshafts (DOHC) and four valves per cylinder
- Twin counter-rotating balance shafts for operational smoothness
- Electronic throttle control
- Low-friction, roller-finger follower valvetrain with hydraulic lash adjusters
- Low-maintenance chain-driven camshafts
- Direct-mount accessories, which reduce or eliminate traditional sources of noise and vibration
- Full-circle transmission mount to reduce noise and vibration
- GM Oil Life System, which can reduce the frequency for oil changes
- Innovative cast-in oil filter housing, which eliminates the need to crawl under the vehicle to perform oil changes and eliminates throwaway oil filter cans that retain used oil
- Catalytic converter located close to exhaust manifold to speed catalyst "light off," reducing hydrocarbon emissions
HHR's Ecotec engines also benefit from features designed to reduce noise and vibration. The pistons, for example, have a polymer coating and skirt design that reduces noise during cold starts, while a new, two-layer acoustic engine cover is tuned to reduce noise. NVH is reduced with a new automatic tensioner that maintains optimal tension on the timing chain.
Transmissions include a standard Getrag F23 five-speed manual transmission or an available Hydra-Matic 4T45-E electronically controlled four-speed automatic, which are available with both engines. The F23 five-speed manual transmission delivers smoothness and durability, with all gears - including reverse - featuring synchronization. Final gearing of the transmission varies between 2.2L and 2.4L applications to optimize the performance of both.
The available 4T45-E is a smooth-shifting, highly durable automatic transmission. Like the F23 manual transmission, there are calibration differences to optimize the performance of 2.2L-equipped models and 2.4L-equippped models.
Strong body structure provides a quiet ride
HHR is built on the same robust GM Small Car structure as the recently introduced Chevy Cobalt. This lower-dominant structure is designed with strength in the lower portions of the chassis, contributing to an overall feeling of rigidity and superior noise and vibration characteristics. In fact, with the use of materials such as Quiet Steel laminated panels in the plenum, the HHR is expected to offer the quiet, high-quality NVH traits of a more expensive car.
Extensive use of high-strength steel and ultra-high-strength steel in key structural components, including ultra-high-strength steel rocker panels and cross-car reinforcing beam, bolsters the vehicle's rigid feel while providing additional side-impact support. The cockpit "safety cage" provides load-carrying protection and, along with laser-welded blanks used in the door frames, front doors and rear doors, contributes to the HHR's excellent NVH characteristics and precision build quality.
Responsive suspensions
HHR's uses a MacPherson strut front suspension design, along with a semi-independent, torsion beam rear suspension and five-lug wheels. Two suspension systems are available: FE1 suspension standard on LS and 1LT, with an FE3 suspension standard on LT models. The FE1 suspension is tuned for a softer ride and includes 16-inch wheels, while the FE3 provides sportier handling traits and offers standard 17-inch wheels and monotube shocks, which provide better ride and handling.
All models are equipped with rack-and-pinion steering with electric power steering (EPS) - a speed-sensitive, variable-effort system that is tuned to match the performance characteristics of two separate suspension settings. EPS eliminates the use of an engine-driven power steering pump, as well as the corresponding fluid reservoir and plumbing, reducing both fuel consumption and the potential source of an environmental contaminant.
Brakes consist of large front discs and rear drums, with ABS and traction control standard on 2LT models (traction control only available with automatic transmission) and available on LS and 1LT models.
Safety and security
Occupant safety bolstered by the following:
- Driver and front passenger frontal air bags
- Front safety belt pretensioners
- Rear seat center lap-shoulder belts and the LATCH child seat retention system
- Available head curtain side air bags for front- and rear-seat outboard passengers.
- Available OnStar with Advanced Automatic Crash Notification (AACN)
[source: gm.com]
- Unique styling with functional interior
- Fun to drive, quiet and spacious
- Rounds out Chevy's small-car strategy
With its overall length of 174.5 inches (4472 mm) and a cargo capacity of approximately 63.1cubic feet (1787 liters), the five-passenger HHR has easy-to-maneuver dimensions and room for just about any lifestyle interest. Its reconfigurable interior with clever storage solutions accommodates everything from groceries to surfboards.
HHR rounds out Chevrolet's small-vehicle strategy that began last year with the successful Aveo - a vehicle which recently claimed the leadership position in its segment after just nine months on the market - and continues this year with Cobalt.
Well-equipped models
HHR comes well equipped from the factory with two model levels: LS and LT. The LT also comes in two packages - 1LT and 2LT. The LS and 1LT are powered by an Ecotec 2.2L four-cylinder rated at 140 horsepower (104 kw) and 150 lb.-ft. of torque (207 Nm). An Ecotec 2.4L four-cylinder is standard in the 2LT and is available in the 1LT; it delivers 170 horsepower (126 kw) and 170 lb.-ft. of torque (235 Nm). A five-speed manual transmission is standard and an electronically controlled four-speed automatic is available in all models.
Both LS and LT HHR models include standard features such as air conditioning, power windows and door locks, six-speaker CD stereo, and remote keyless entry. Additional product highlights include:
- Driver information center
- Available Pioneer enhanced-performance audio system with subwoofer
- Adjustable cargo configurations
- Large power sunroof available
- OnStar available
- XM Satellite Radio available
- 16.2-gallon fuel tank provides more than 400 miles cruising range
- 16-inch and 17-inch wheel options
- Remote start (standard with automatic transmission)
The 1LT model also includes a standard MP3 player, six-way power seat with power lumbar, and a satin exterior finish. Bright chrome exterior trim and a bright exhaust tip are available. ABS and traction control are available (traction control only available with automatic transmission).
HHR 2LT includes standard features that include ABS, fog lamps, bright exhaust tip, leather-wrapped steering wheel and shifter, the Pioneer sound system with subwoofer, 17-inch wheels, FE3 sport suspension and a bright chrome exterior trim. Heated leather seats also are available on both LT packages.
Style
HHR is a four-door vehicle with a rear touch-pad liftgate. Its high roof evokes the look of the innovative 1949 Chevy Suburban, while other exterior cues carry the expressive attributes of the SSR roadster - all unmistakably Chevy traits.
Like the SSR, the HHR features deep-draw, flared fenders which tuck in at the rockers for a solid, firmly-planted stance. A one-piece, stamped metal hood is reminiscent of the '49 Suburban's heritage and is evidence of precise assembly quality. More quality touches are found in the single-cavity headlamp design, which incorporates jeweled lighting effects, as well as a flared, twin-taillamp design in the rear that creates a look that is half street machine and half vintage Corvette. Stamped door and window appearances with a one-piece wraparound molding contribute to the clean, detailed design and are uncommon in contemporary vehicles. The HHR's rear window is flush with the body side.
The outside mirrors are integrated into the overall design theme for a more custom appearance, and the available integrated roof racks are designed to retain the HHR's overall aesthetic. The HHR also incorporates contemporary Chevy styling cues, including a prominent cross-grille bar with a Bowtie logo.
A variety of expressive exterior colors will be available.
Haul, store, pack more
Like the rest of the vehicle, the HHR's interior combines the reassuring high visibility and cargo flexibility of an SUV with the comfort, appointments, driving ease and ergonomics of an upscale sedan. The high roof provides excellent headroom and creates a more open, airy environment, while the instrument cluster carries the heritage theme of the vehicle.
The HHR's interior evokes a feeling of roominess and an upscale aura is created by detailed, jewel-like instrument displays and chrome accents. Interior color combinations feature darker colors on upper sections of the interior and lighter colors for lower sections. Quality also is conveyed in the tailored seats, which provide firmer support, sculpture and plenty of comfort for long drives.
HHR also has standard air conditioning, providing comfortable levels of airflow, cooling capability and reduced cool-down time. The system is designed to provide efficient side-window defogging and enhanced rear-window defogging.
Complementing the HHR's comfortable and expressive interior is a highly adaptable cargo system, which maximizes storage capability with a host of clever and useful configuration options, including:
- The front passenger seat folds fully flat, extending the total load length from the liftgate to the instrument panel.
- The center armrest of the front seats is integrated into the seat back frame, so it is out of the way when pivoted into a stowed position; a characteristic of trucks and SUVs.
- The rear seats have a 60/40-split, which fold to form a flat load surface in conjunction with the folded front passenger seat. The 60-percent side was thoughtfully positioned on the passenger side, enabling wider objects to be placed in the vehicle securely.
The cargo area in the rear also is thoughtfully designed:
- It provides a continuous flat load floor when the rear seats are folded down.
- The floor conceals a 5-inch-deep recess bin; the spare tire is located beneath the bin.
- The primary load floor can become a shelf when raised and mounted approximately 2 feet higher - the shelf can be mounted level or at a 45-degree angle to provide quick access to the cargo beneath it when the liftgate is opened.
- Two large storage bins are found forward of the load floor, nested behind the rear seat, and plastic bag holders are conveniently located on the rear compartment bin.
Powertrain details
HHR relies on the renowned Ecotec family of technologically sophisticated inline four-cylinder engines, which balances usable power with fuel and emissions efficiency. Both the 2.2L engine and 2.4L engines in the HHR have distinct performance and hardware differences, but share a basic structure and construction that includes:
- Dual overhead camshafts (DOHC) and four valves per cylinder
- Twin counter-rotating balance shafts for operational smoothness
- Electronic throttle control
- Low-friction, roller-finger follower valvetrain with hydraulic lash adjusters
- Low-maintenance chain-driven camshafts
- Direct-mount accessories, which reduce or eliminate traditional sources of noise and vibration
- Full-circle transmission mount to reduce noise and vibration
- GM Oil Life System, which can reduce the frequency for oil changes
- Innovative cast-in oil filter housing, which eliminates the need to crawl under the vehicle to perform oil changes and eliminates throwaway oil filter cans that retain used oil
- Catalytic converter located close to exhaust manifold to speed catalyst "light off," reducing hydrocarbon emissions
HHR's Ecotec engines also benefit from features designed to reduce noise and vibration. The pistons, for example, have a polymer coating and skirt design that reduces noise during cold starts, while a new, two-layer acoustic engine cover is tuned to reduce noise. NVH is reduced with a new automatic tensioner that maintains optimal tension on the timing chain.
Transmissions include a standard Getrag F23 five-speed manual transmission or an available Hydra-Matic 4T45-E electronically controlled four-speed automatic, which are available with both engines. The F23 five-speed manual transmission delivers smoothness and durability, with all gears - including reverse - featuring synchronization. Final gearing of the transmission varies between 2.2L and 2.4L applications to optimize the performance of both.
The available 4T45-E is a smooth-shifting, highly durable automatic transmission. Like the F23 manual transmission, there are calibration differences to optimize the performance of 2.2L-equipped models and 2.4L-equippped models.
Strong body structure provides a quiet ride
HHR is built on the same robust GM Small Car structure as the recently introduced Chevy Cobalt. This lower-dominant structure is designed with strength in the lower portions of the chassis, contributing to an overall feeling of rigidity and superior noise and vibration characteristics. In fact, with the use of materials such as Quiet Steel laminated panels in the plenum, the HHR is expected to offer the quiet, high-quality NVH traits of a more expensive car.
Extensive use of high-strength steel and ultra-high-strength steel in key structural components, including ultra-high-strength steel rocker panels and cross-car reinforcing beam, bolsters the vehicle's rigid feel while providing additional side-impact support. The cockpit "safety cage" provides load-carrying protection and, along with laser-welded blanks used in the door frames, front doors and rear doors, contributes to the HHR's excellent NVH characteristics and precision build quality.
Responsive suspensions
HHR's uses a MacPherson strut front suspension design, along with a semi-independent, torsion beam rear suspension and five-lug wheels. Two suspension systems are available: FE1 suspension standard on LS and 1LT, with an FE3 suspension standard on LT models. The FE1 suspension is tuned for a softer ride and includes 16-inch wheels, while the FE3 provides sportier handling traits and offers standard 17-inch wheels and monotube shocks, which provide better ride and handling.
All models are equipped with rack-and-pinion steering with electric power steering (EPS) - a speed-sensitive, variable-effort system that is tuned to match the performance characteristics of two separate suspension settings. EPS eliminates the use of an engine-driven power steering pump, as well as the corresponding fluid reservoir and plumbing, reducing both fuel consumption and the potential source of an environmental contaminant.
Brakes consist of large front discs and rear drums, with ABS and traction control standard on 2LT models (traction control only available with automatic transmission) and available on LS and 1LT models.
Safety and security
Occupant safety bolstered by the following:
- Driver and front passenger frontal air bags
- Front safety belt pretensioners
- Rear seat center lap-shoulder belts and the LATCH child seat retention system
- Available head curtain side air bags for front- and rear-seat outboard passengers.
- Available OnStar with Advanced Automatic Crash Notification (AACN)
[source: gm.com]
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It needs more power. The base engine should have been the 2.4 and the optional a turbocharged version of the 2.4 making 250HP. Ala-PTC.
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I was expecting to see the same engines as the cobalt with a 205hp top model to go against dodge, but I guess not. They probably will wait to do an HHR SS introduction.
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250-mph HHR? - - Source: Autoweek
While there are people who think they won't move out of showrooms, GM has commissioned the SoCal Speed Shop to make a Chevrolet HHR move 250 mph across the Bonneville salt flats. SoCal is hard at work on the project, having chopped seven inches from an HHR and reshaped the front end.
The plan is to make 1400 hp from a single-turbo Ecotec four, a powerplant similar to that in last season's Ecotec-powered SoCal racers like the Cobalt and belly tank.
The plan is to make 1400 hp from a single-turbo Ecotec four, a powerplant similar to that in last season's Ecotec-powered SoCal racers like the Cobalt and belly tank.
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Wow! Now these are the kinds of things GM is not advertising right.
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Does Lutz Get Last Laugh on HHR? - - Source: The Car Connection
It's become almost a cliché in the automotive media to criticize General Motors' new Chevrolet HHR. Even skeptical GM insiders have been known to refer to the retro-styled crossover as the "PT me-too," a reference to the similarly-styled Chrysler PT Cruiser. But if early sales are any indication, GM "car czar" Bob Lutz may get in the last laugh over the product he single-handedly shepherded through the product development process. "For those who doubted it, it's an absolute sell-out," he boasted, during a preview at the automaker's Warren, Michigan Technical Center. August sales totaled 8000, Lutz said, noting that the automaker has already ordered two increases in production capacity for the much-maligned HHR. And its early success, Lutz stressed, came even though the crossover was not included in GM's employee-pricing incentive program. Perhaps not, but analysts say the automaker certainly increased the car's appeal by holding its base price down to just $15,990, about $1000 more than the smaller Chrysler offering. -Paul A. Eisenstein
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It's as if Chrysler outsourced the next gen PT Cruiser to GM.
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i like it to, but i heard the motor is WEAK.
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I really like it. Looked at one. Was pissed it had rear drum brakes...now i wont touch it still hot though