Overview & Reviews

Chevrolet sells an impressively wide range of vehicles, from subcompact hatchbacks to huge vans and SUVs. If you're looking for a reasonably priced vehicle, odds are that Chevy will have something to fit your needs.

Chevrolet got its start in 1911. After William C. Durant had been ousted from General Motors, he joined forces with Swiss-born racecar driver Louis Chevrolet to found the Chevrolet Motor Car Company. The company's first offering was the Classic Six. Introduced in 1912, this five-passenger touring sedan could top 65 mph, fast for the time. Chevrolet's storied bowtie logo -- reportedly inspired by the wallpaper of a Paris hotel room that Durant stayed at -- made its first appearance in 1914.

By 1918, Chevrolet's profitability allowed Durant to purchase enough shares in GM to regain control. Chevrolet became another division of GM, and was its largest volume division by the mid-1920s. By 1927, Chevrolet outsold rival Ford, with sales in excess of 1 million units.

In the mid-1930s Chevrolet introduced independent front suspension, which provided a smoother ride over the rough roads of the day. The 1940s saw continued success with affordable coupes, sedans and pickup trucks catering to American families, farmers and businessmen.

By the mid-1950s, Chevrolet, GM's entry-level division, had added a V8 engine, power steering and brakes, power windows and air-conditioning to its list of available features, allowing luxury for those on a tighter budget. Around this time the iconic Bel Air model -- available in coupe, sedan, convertible and wagon body styles -- proved very popular. The company introduced its alluring Corvette in 1953; the vehicle was the first mass-produced car with a fiberglass body.

The 1960s saw the unveiling of the popular, air-cooled Corvair compact, which held the distinction of being the first domestic production car with all-around independent suspension. That decade also witnessed the launch of the compact Nova, the midsize Chevelle and the sporty Camaro, the latter Chevrolet's answer to the wildly successful Ford Mustang. The Camaro proved an instant hit, comprising 10 percent of Chevrolet's total sales in 1967, its first year of production.

In the 1970s, Chevy responded to changing preferences by introducing small cars like the Vega and the Chevette, and by downsizing larger models such as the Caprice and Malibu. The company combated the market domination of foreign nameplates in the 1980s by rolling out the Cavalier. By the end of that decade, trucks and SUVs had started to become increasingly popular with the general consumer, and the brand's mid- and full-size models continue to this day to be some of the most popular on the road.

The '90s and the early 2000s saw the company raising the performance bar with its Corvette (notably the Z06 and, later, ZR1 variants) and reincarnated Impala SS. Chevrolet's Silverado pickup truck and Tahoe/Suburban SUVs continued to be hits as well. By 2010, the Camaro had returned to the lineup after a seven-year hiatus.

Modern times have seen Chevrolet make significant improvements in its small and midsize car models and introduce the Volt plug-in hybrid. The latter provides a nearly 40-mile range on electric power alone, and adds to the company's already well-rounded lineup of cars, trucks and SUVs. Though today's marketplace is very demanding, Chevrolet seems poised to remain a power player through its affordable and innovative vehicles.

User Reviews:

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  no problems - 1998 Chevrolet Malibu
  By Jody Massey - November 4 - 2:00 am

  great car. Lots of power. No problems. Room for the family. Cavernous trunk.

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  Private Party - 1998 Chevrolet Tahoe
  By joe bob - November 4 - 2:00 am

  This truck is so much fun to drive.

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  Amazing - 1998 Chevrolet Corvette
  By bhendr - November 4 - 2:00 am

  Truly exceptional automobile. Best Value of any car on the market--not just sports cars.

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  Road trip! - 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe
  By Rroo - November 4 - 2:00 am

  The Tahoe has been reliable in every sense. Its great on the highway, and will go anywhere you point it.

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  Surprising Car from Chevrolet - 2005 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx
  By TallinArk - November 3 - 4:56 pm

  I really like this car. Plenty of room, good driving position (I am 63") and excellent fuel economy. City driving is 25-27 mpg and highway driving is 35-29 mpg. No lie. I added a K&N filter to my Maxx and got very good improvements in power and economy. Got it through the Employee Purchase program/rebate and got this car gor a great price. Had a couple of problems with it at first (fuel guage and tire) but were fixed by the dealer with no questions asked. Very quiet on asphalt, a little choppy on concrete, but all-in-all quite comfortable. Bridgestone tires will be replaced with Dunlop or Michelin at the earliest possible time. Outstanding safety features!

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  Surprised - 2005 Chevrolet Equinox
  By BRHD - November 3 - 1:23 pm

  I found that I like this vehicle even more than I thought I would. Peppier than expected,handles well, and rides comfortably. Plenty of room for me and my large dogs ( two over 100 lbs.) The gas mileage could be a little better and I will agree that the stereo controls could be a little simpler to use. The stereo is excellent sound though. I am really pleased with the styling inside and out.

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  1992 RS Great car - 1992 Chevrolet Camaro
  By Robc1996 - November 3 - 2:00 am

  I ordered this car back in 1992. It has been the best car I ever owned. Over 207,000 miles and its all original. Its fun to drive and can take a lot of abuse. 5 speed / V8 allows you to really drive aggressive. Great gas mileage and extremely great reliability. Over 200K and has never seen a tow truck.

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  Lightning FAST !! - 2017 Chevrolet Corvette
  By Jay Brazelton - November 2 - 7:47 am

  This Car Has Plenty of POWER & SEX APPEAL, The Blue Tooth is Really Convenient, The 8 Speed Transmission Helps with the Gas Mileage, I do wish the Stereo was just a little Stronger with the Top Down, But the Handling of the Car with the Michelin Pro Cup tires Stay Glued to the Road As long as the Traction Control is on. Its The BEST CORVETTE BY FAR, & I started driving them in 1969. Its going to be hard to Top this Z06 3LZ WHITE Convertible with the Spice Package for Under $110,000.

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  GREAT FIRST CAR - 1993 Chevrolet Lumina
  By nicole dietrich - November 2 - 2:00 am

  THIS CAR HAS BEEN AN EXCELLENT CAR FOR ME CONSIDERING IT WAS MY FIRST CAR. IT HAS A NEW PAINT JOB (BEAUTIFUL BLUE) INTERIOR HAS BEEN KEPT UP GREAT. THE CAR WAS AN UNDERCOVER POLICE CAR BEFORE I HAD IT. IT ALSO HAS A LIFETIME WARRANTY ON THE BREAK PADS.

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  Great SUV - 2006 Chevrolet Equinox
  By steve - November 1 - 5:13 am

  The styling got me to look at it, but the drive got me to buy it. What a very nice vehicle, so far I have found nothing to complain about. It has a nimble comfortable drive. A well laid out interior that is user friendly, and passenger friendly. My friends love the movable rear seat that moves back and forth. Would recommend to buy!