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Tuesday, November 22, 2011

2012 Chevrolet TrailBlazer


Chevrolet's hardest, most refined midsize sport utility car, the Chevy TrailBlazer, made its global debut at the opening of the 2011 Dubai International Motor Present in the Middle East.
The strong seven-seat show vehicle previews Chevrolet's newest SUV offering, which shall be offered all over the world, beginning with Thailand in early 2012.


The new-generation Chevrolet TrailBlazer combines the hauling and towing functionality of a body-on-frame SUV with the trip consolation and effectivity of a crossover. Developed in tandem with the all-new Chevrolet Colorado pickup by GM do Brasil, it shares the same architecture as its truck sibling, with a chassis tuned to combine heavy-duty off-highway capability with refined city driving.

The present automobile features an all-wheel-drive system and is powered by GM's new 2.8-liter Duramax turbo-diesel engine, which contains a variable-geometry turbocharger for an optimum combination of efficiency and gasoline economy.
"It is a reflection of the significance of the Center East marketplace for Common Motors that a vehicle as necessary as TrailBlazer is making its international debut at this show," mentioned GM Center East Operations President and Managing Director John Stadwick. "Without query, the brand new TrailBlazer will in all probability be one of many largest and hardest members of the Chevrolet household - the perfect vehicle to tackle the Middle East's competitive midsize SUV segment."
He added, "Though this is a show vehicle, the general design is devoted to the production version that can arrive in Chevrolet showrooms in 2012. Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be the superb match, not only for shoppers in the Center East, however in each place around the world the place it will seemingly be sold."
In line with Brad Merkel, GM's World Vehicle Line Govt for Midsize Vehicles and SUVs, Chevrolet TrailBlazer gives the energy, design, functionality and refinement wanted to compete with the world's greatest off-road vehicles.
"The growing markets of the world need flexibility. That means power and capability combined with comfort and efficiency," Merkel said. "TrailBlazer does it all. You can tow something, go wherever, comfortably seat seven individuals, and do so with the gasoline efficiency associated with a smaller, less succesful vehicle. It is the entire package."
Exterior Design - Subtle Muscle
Chevrolet TrailBlazer's bold street presence was created by the GM South America Design Middle in São Caetano do Sul, Brazil, and shares plenty of design cues with its sister car, the Chevrolet Colorado.
Exterior highlights embody a "physique in-wheels out" design that delivers excessive approach and departure angles. A dramatic energy dome in the hood combined with a raised cowl provides the Chevy TrailBlazer a powerful, purposeful appearance. Greater-mounted twin projector headlamps are positioned beneath the ability dome, emphasizing the visual energy in the face of the vehicle.
Also distinguished is the up to date twin-port grille - an unmistakable Chevrolet cue - that carries a three-dimensional grille mesh. It is complemented by polished aluminum decor trims within the fascias, rockers, belt line, tailgate and roof rack. Tri-coat pearlescent white exterior paint and integrated LED entrance and rear fog lamps present a premium appearance.
Extra exterior details include:
Extremely detailed sheet steel work in the hood, door panels and rear quarters that blend layers of natural mild for a rich, uncluttered, natural surface look;
Front and rear LED Chevrolet signature lighting housed inside sculpted aluminum decorative bezels;
Customized twin-finish, painted and polished 20-inch aluminum wheels fitted with 20-inch Cooper Zeon LTZ tires;
Exterior mirror-mounted LED flip signals.
"TrailBlazer delivers an important combination of capabilities, from negotiating off-highway trails to every day city driving, that we needed to convey visually," stated Matt Noone, Director of Design for GM do Brasil. "There's an obvious sense of muscle in the design, but at the similar time a really sophisticated appearance in line with the world's premium SUVs. From every angle, TrailBlazer appears to be like agile and athletic, with a refined end that makes it a vehicle our prospects will aspire to own."
Interior - Spacious, Refined and Versatile
Signature Chevrolet cues proceed inside, conveying spaciousness, flexibility and an upscale look in all management interfaces.
With a flowing instrument panel, integrated middle stack, and signature Chevrolet twin cockpit design, the interior of the all-new Chevrolet TrailBlazer combines automobile-like traits with the boldness expected of a true SUV. The seven-passenger interior provides intuitive three-row tumble and/or fold-flat seat versatility and greatest-in-class spaciousness within the third row.
"We made the seating both flexible and intuitive. There is not any need to pull out the proprietor's guide to determine the approach to configure the seats," Noone said. "The third row on this SUV isn't an afterthought. It is an authentic third row the place individuals can sit comfortably for long trips. Combine that with luxurious interior appointments and it is easy to see why TrailBlazer really is an all-objective vehicle."
Further inside details embody:
An overhead console that integrates the HVAC system with onboard infotainment;
Second row 60/forty split seats with single latch ahead gravity tumble, fold-flat functionality, and 6-diploma seat-back reclining together with built-in folding armrests with cup holders;
Third row 50/50 split seats with heart console storage and fold-flat capability;
Flat floor storage from the front row rearward when all seats are folded flat, which is designed to provide excessive load functionality;
Auxiliary power plug with USB and Bluetooth connectivity.
Contrasting trim used with the light-colored leather-based seating, mat darkish wood trim accented with chrome, and twin-grained surfaces used on the higher and decrease IP present a premium feel. Plenty of storage compartments are located throughout the inside, including a covered heart bin for concealment of useful items, and a large, dual glovebox.
Different options include a dual-zone, digital local weather management system and the most recent in infotainment technology.

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