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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  corvette convertable - 2004 Chevrolet Corvette
  By eyebear - July 7 - 2:00 am

  wonderful automobile, always wanted one ane still appreciate it.

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  Corvette Review - 2004 Chevrolet Corvette
  By marlowemar - July 7 - 2:00 am

  Great car! My first, but not last Corvette.

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  I drive C5 - 2004 Chevrolet Corvette
  By C5Idrive - July 7 - 2:00 am

  The more I drive my 03 C5, the more I am impressed. The Corvette is the best car bar none. You will never find a car that performs like this unless you spend $90,000. People complain about the interior, well take a look at BMW or the other German sports cars for $50,000. Not much better.

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  Yellow Corvette Convertible Toy - 2004 Chevrolet Corvette
  By Dasha Stalerova - July 7 - 2:00 am

  This car is the Best! No other car is as great! but old people should not be driving it! People who love sports cars should be the only ones driving it.

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  Gas is out. Diesels in! - 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD
  By Diesel Convert - July 6 - 6:40 pm

  Ive been studying diesels for a few years now. Wanted one in a 2005 Liberty, wife at the time didnt. Finally bought what I wanted after the divorce. Went from two vehicles to one, so this is a daily driver and the only viable daily driver amongst the big three IMO. I get 14 mpg city A/C on (with lots of idling and sitting at lights), 19.5 highway (70 to 75 mph). Not bad for a vehicle that weighs this much and can tow 15,400 lbs. Cant imagine feeding the old gas big block! Ride is a little rough on bad roads because of the heavy duty nature. Im researching how to change that (airbags, different springs/shocks). With a load, its perfect.

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  Goodbye old Sequoia, Hello new Tahoe!! Very Happy - 2016 Chevrolet Tahoe
  By Scott Smetana - July 6 - 4:28 pm

  First American car Ive owned in 20 years and after 3 months, I couldnt be happier. Loved my Sequoia, but the "new" version is ugly and WAY outdated already with a terrible interior. The Tahoe feel solid, drives quiet and smooth, and has great tech, looks great inside and out. Pros: Quality, ergonomic controls, great tech/options for the price, super comfortable, looks great! Cons: Fair MPG, Im getting about 16 with mostly city driving. Cant get a grey leather interior (the best) with the LTZ model. Cant set temperature to hot on heater when remote starting (isnt that the point?!). Back cargo area is OK, but would be fantastic if floor wasnt raised up 5 inches.

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  What is edmunds prob!!! - 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
  By jamj - July 6 - 10:00 am

  I love this car for what it is not for what its missing. I too would love to see it w/ rear wheel drive & a v8 but like I said i love it for what it is a very comfortable, fun ride.

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  Chevy Really Did It - 2001 Chevrolet Impala
  By Tannakat - July 6 - 10:00 am

  This is an excellent car...Im very picky, and I only have two major areas for improvement for this vehicle. I plan to keep this car for a while, we are really enjoying it, and the gas mileage has drastically improved since it was new (split 1/2 hwy & 1/2 city, about 275 mpg, all hwy almost 400 mpg).

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  2001 Geo Metro - 2001 Chevrolet Metro
  By Missnettles01 - July 6 - 2:00 am

  My motor is out!!

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  A Decent Solid Vehicle - 2004 Chevrolet Blazer
  By rthov - July 6 - 2:00 am

  The vehicle Performs well on an off road. I have had no maintaince or reliability issues at all. It does not have all of the bells and whistles of the higher end vehicles in its class, but for the price you are getting a good solid vehicle.