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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  My awesome car - 2005 Chevrolet Equinox
  By Stephanie - December 9 - 1:13 pm

  My Chevy Equinox is the best car Ive ever owned. Its fun to drive and a very safe, reliable automobile. I look forward to many years with my car.

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  Love the Equinox. - 2005 Chevrolet Equinox
  By Sean - December 9 - 7:23 am

  The gas mileage was not what the sticker said but then again what car does. I love driving it. It is very comfortable. It has nice power and rides smooth. I feel protected.

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  2009 Malibu LTZ 4cyl - 2009 Chevrolet Malibu
  By Tommy - December 7 - 8:00 am

  This car is so sweet to drive. 4 cyl 6 speed auto transmission. On highway 65MPH tach is under 2,000 RPM. Fit and finish is good. Also very quiet 18 inch wheels. Just a sweet ride all around

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  Wipe em with fascination! - 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche
  By D. Arceo - December 6 - 10:00 am

  Fascinating ride everytime, not because of the smooth suspension, or the car- like maneurability, but the envious stares of those I passed by. I got muscle all through me, even though mine is colored yellow! Go Avalanche! Wipe em up!

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  Great Car - 2009 Chevrolet Malibu
  By Doug Barth - December 5 - 4:23 am

  I would definitely buy this car again, it has served us well.

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  I Love My Maxx - 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx
  By Sxecanadiamark - December 2 - 1:30 am

  I have had my 06 Malibu Maxx for a week now, so I figured it was time to write a review. I love this car to death, its very eye catchy. People are like, what kind of car is that, etc. I love the way they made this car spacious. ilove the fact they made it with an extra roof in the back so that your backseat passengers can look out as well. This car shocked me because at first I didnt like it, but once I drove it, I fell in love. I would recommend this car to everyone. Its very good on gas considering the increases in gas prices.

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  Malibu 6cycl - 2009 Chevrolet Malibu
  By Happy Gator - November 30 - 3:00 am

  Before buying, drove Genisus, Buick, and Hundai. This was best by far after considering price etc. Attractive interior, good acceleration on 6 cyl. wouldnt have a 4 cyl, too slow and mushy. We are very satisfied with this car. We also have an 08 2500 diesel, that we love. Chevy all the way. Traded wifes HHR (Spring Edition loaded. Thought price was right

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  Cavavliers Rock! - 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier
  By randyb - November 30 - 2:00 am

  Really cool car to drive.

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  I love my new Malibu - 2004 Chevrolet Malibu
  By Lexianna - November 30 - 2:00 am

  I love my new Malibu. I bought it the same time my child bought their Calvalier. We both love our new Chevys. My 2004 Malibu has everything I was looking for in a new car plus some extras like the auto start, without paying too much. I wanted a BMW, but when I really looked at the BMW body from the back it looked like an old Honda, only the front looked different. I couldnt see paying that much for a car that looked like a Honda. The 2004 Malibu has its own look, its looks more expensive than it is. Its a beautiful car!!

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  sport truck - 2004 Chevrolet Colorado
  By trav - November 30 - 2:00 am

  I have the 3.5 liter, but it was not listed. quick truck. handles perfect