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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  Hot SS - 2006 Chevrolet Impala
  By Mark - November 20 - 3:13 am

  Love the car! Great look, great ride, great performance. Not owned long enough to comment on fuel economy, but hoping it is good also.

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  Couldnt be happier - 1992 Chevrolet Blazer
  By modillard - November 20 - 1:27 am

  Ive always liked this truck so when I was looking at used vehicles with a BMW 3 in mind and came across my truck at a price I couldnt resist, I was all over it, plus I can do repairs on it, not so on the bimmer. This is a very fun truck to drive. It just turned 200k miles and still runs very strong, still looks great and up to date because Chevy used the body style until 99, Ive moved a full size couches in it and towed full size trailers as well the power and size are both amazing I love this truck if chevy made a full size 2 door suv Id buy it but since they dont Ill be very happy to keep mine until they do, they dont lie when they say like a rock

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  I am very happy with this car - 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
  By donsar - November 19 - 9:06 pm

  A pleasure to drive from the day I picked it up at the Corvette Museum/factory. No problems, excellent on the road and a killer paint job (Monterey Red)

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  Little burst of sunshine!!! - 2006 Chevrolet Aveo
  By Aileen - November 19 - 2:32 pm

  I just picked up my Aveo this past thursday and I am in LOVE!!! I got a manual LT fully loaded in Summer Yellow my payments are great and I couldnt enjoy driving more! This is the best car I have owned second only to my 1991 Volvo Bertone. It zips through traffic with no hesitation at all. Its easy to get in and out of because the seats are nice and high. I had searched for months on the internet looking for a new car that would suit my needs, I travel alot, am a student and dont have alot of money-for those reasons and more the AVEO is perfect. Also the dealership was knowledgeble and friendly, not pushy. I recommend this car to everyone-its the NEW BEETLE!!!!

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  WOW - 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
  By Minhas Ladiwala - November 19 - 1:22 pm

  This is a super car at a super cheap value. Best bang for your buck by far. Spanks anything just about on the road and draws a lot of attention. Where ever you go you will be noticed and complimented.

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  Best in its class?.....YES - 2010 Chevrolet Equinox
  By Kristy - November 19 - 11:13 am

  I certainly seem to think so, I LOVE this car not only does it ride like a breeze, its extremely comfortable. The only regret with this vehicle I wish I purchased the next model up with the power-lift gate and a few more bells and whistles, maybe my next one. Other cars I looked at was Toyota rav, Honda CRV, Nissan Murano..Equinox won my heart. excellent gas mileage, beautiful interior, comfortable smooth ride.

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  Good for HS students - 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier
  By vegetasyjn5 - November 19 - 10:00 am

  This car has everything needed for a High School senior The sound system rocks i love the steering wheel feel on it. and the 60/40 split seats in back. the color is Graphite which next the the blue on the outside looks awsome.

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  my avalanche - 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche
  By sanjon01 - November 19 - 10:00 am

  the truck is everything they said it would be, and even better.

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  Great Truck - 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche
  By W30442 - November 19 - 10:00 am

  Ive just recently purchased my 2003 Chevy Avalanche Z71. It is a very awesome vehicle that has loads of room and versatility. I would recommend it to anyone who does not need a pickup all the time.

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  I like this car! - 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe
  By andrewk23 - November 19 - 10:00 am

  After two jeeps and one explorer I have found the machine I will drive from now on. The interior is well designed, and has plenty of "bells and whistles" to keep you occupied. The seats are very comfortable, and the ride is smooth. It gets smoother the faster you go. Handles great in bad weather, you sit up high and can see everything around you very well.