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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  Beautiful Z28 - 1995 Chevrolet Camaro
  By Kristen - June 20 - 8:02 am

  This car is the best. Great mileage for a V8 350ci. The 6-speed transmission (T56) is perfect for this car. Drives so smooth, shifts smooth. Easily handled car being RWD. Fun, fast and classic Muscle Car Chevrolet material. Love it!

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  Pretty Good Car - 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier
  By shedsnomotearz - June 19 - 10:15 pm

  I bought this car almost a year ago and the only problem I had was the front window motors burning out. Other than that, this is a great car to have. Pretty peppy 2.2L ECOTEC.

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  ZO6 ZL2 $77,565.00 - 2007 Chevrolet Corvette
  By corjett - June 19 - 8:17 pm

  Miles of smiles. Each and every one is so much fun to drive after my C-5 its hard to believe. Its much improved comfort and style looks say it all.

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  Tahoe - 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe
  By Wanda - June 19 - 4:13 pm

  The Tahoe is by far more comfortable than any other SUV that I have driven. I am sure that my next vehicle will be a Tahoe as well. I had test driven quite a few before I settled on this one. I can seat eight people very comfortably.

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  Chevy Tahoe is a great family ride! - 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe
  By maureen lemaster - June 19 - 10:08 am

  I purchased my Tahoe used and have had a wonderful experience driving it. It is completely trustworthy and comfortable for a family with kids and dogs. Even with high mileage, I never worry about taking my 2 year old out in the elements. I just know this truck will get us to our destination. This is my second Tahoe and I plan to keep buying them because of the high quality and good looks. I just love it!

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  Fun to drive - 2008 Chevrolet Aveo
  By Jon - June 18 - 10:40 am

  We loved are Aveo. Such a nice little car for the price. We drove it from Florida to Michigan and had no problems. Mileage was awesome too.

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  Expensive Looking but Reasonably Priced - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox
  By Mike-Redwood Falls - June 17 - 8:07 pm

  We looked at many SUVs and always came back to the Equinox. We purchased an AWD with 3LT pkg. With the chrome clad wheels and leather, everyone thinks we paid thousands more. It is my wifes car and just the right size to get around in. She feels very safe and secure in it. The AWD worked well in our Minnesota winter and the stability control took over when I tried to spin out. We also have a great local dealer.

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  World Class Sport Car - 2007 Chevrolet Corvette
  By T Phantom - June 17 - 6:17 pm

  The C5 was good, the C6 is superb, confident! Aston Martins extreme luck in France notwithstanding, Corvette competes on a world stage: the street cars benefit directly from the race program. When its all said and done, its a Chevrolet: affordable it is a practical two-seater that realizes nearly 30 miles to the gallon on the road.

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  Great little truck - 2003 Chevrolet S-10
  By Mike - June 17 - 5:38 pm

  Got truck for my daughter last year. She need transportation to work. It still looks new. Only had to replace the battery the other day. That was normal and good for 4 years. I put a top on it and it work well for shopping. No leaks.

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  All around great car! - 2003 Chevrolet Impala
  By FOXXX - June 17 - 12:49 am

  This car is simply amazing. I have owned many cars in the past but this car is my favorite. The body style on this car looks great compared to many other sedans out there. Although this car is sportier than the other sedans out there, it still allows all the great features of its competitors. It fits six people comfortably and has a giant trunk for storage. Although this is the base model, it has more than enough power to get you wherever you need to go.