Chevrolet Upgrades Its Compact Sedan Portfolio in China
2020-05-11
- Launches four new Monza variants with 48V mild hybrid technology
- Adds two new Onix variants with a 1.3L naturally aspirated engine
SHANGHAI – Chevrolet today launched four new Monza variants featuring 48V mild hybrid technology and two new Onix variants featuring a 1.3L engine and five-speed manual transmission.
The new variants all meet the China 6 B emission standard and come with an eight-year or 160,000-kilometer warranty for major engine and transmission parts, as well as 100G of free OnStar 4G LTE data service every year.
“The newest members of the Chevrolet compact sedan family offer dynamic styling, outstanding fuel efficiency and affordability,” said Scott Lawson, general director of Chevrolet for SAIC-GM. “Their launch demonstrates Chevrolet’s commitment to listen to customers across China and offer products that meet their individual needs.”
Monza 48V
The Monza sporty compact sedan is Chevrolet’s best-selling nameplate in China, with more than 140,000 units delivered since its launch in March 2019. It includes variants powered by 1.0T, 1.3T and 1.5L Ecotec engines.
The new variants have a mild hybrid system that consists of a 48V motor, 48V power battery, power management module and hybrid control unit. When the Monza is started, the 48V motor operates before the engine to increase efficiency. During acceleration, the 48V motor and engine run simultaneously. This decreases the engine load, saving energy and reducing emissions.
The mild hybrid system extends the engine’s fuel cut-off time when the vehicle is decelerating, further improving fuel economy. As a result, the Monza’s fuel consumption is as low as 4.7 liters/100 kilometers.
The four new Monza 48V family members – two RS models and two Redline models – also come with Chevrolet’s new MyLink+ in-vehicle infotainment system. They are available in six exterior colors and priced between RMB 108,900 and RMB 122,900.
Onix 1.3L
The Onix compact family sedan, Chevrolet’s best-selling car worldwide, made its global debut and was first launched in China last year.
The latest Onix variants come with a new Ecotec 1.3L dual injection variable valve timing (VVT) engine, which is matched with an enhanced five-speed manual transmission. It churns out maximum power of 79 kW and maximum torque of 130 Nm, and has fuel consumption of 4.8 liters/100 kilometers. The Onix is also offered with its original 1.0L intelligent direct injection turbocharged engine.
The two new Onix variants come with more standard safety features as well, such as the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). They are available in four exterior colors, including Redline options, for RMB 79,900 to RMB 88,900.
ABOUT CHEVROLET
Founded in 1911, Chevrolet is one of the world’s largest car brands, doing business in more than 100 countries and selling more than 4.0 million cars and trucks a year. Chevrolet provides customers with fuel-efficient vehicles that feature engaging performance, design that makes the heart beat, passive and active safety features and easy-to-use technology, all at a value. More information on Chevrolet models in China can be found at www.chevrolet.com.cn.
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