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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  Awsome Sport Ute - 2004 Chevrolet Suburban
  By mossieoak - July 24 - 2:00 am

  This is the best sport utility on the market. I have driven 8 different manufacturers (Ford, Toyota, Nissan, Chrysler, ect) and this vehicle beats them hands down. The Chevrolet Tahoe was great but I opted for more room.

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  Freds Review - 2004 Chevrolet Suburban
  By Hofmeier - July 24 - 2:00 am

  Great truck! Its the 2nd one weve bought in four years...still have the one we purchased in 2000! Love them both!

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  Breathtaking - 2016 Chevrolet Corvette
  By robert - July 23 - 2:47 pm

  Here it is people a super car that is simply awesome. The looks of the vert with the top down is stunning. The performance is world class. The quality of fit and finish will satisfy the most discerning consumer. You cant go wrong. Enjoy

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  Tahoe 2007 - 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe
  By j coronado - July 22 - 6:53 am

  A very robust design. Easy to do maintenance in. Besides their 100,000 mile warranty is a big plus.

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  Still good - 2004 Chevrolet Malibu
  By scathey100 - July 22 - 2:00 am

  I traded in a 1999 Malibu for a 2004. I did have an issue with the brakes making a strange sound. However the maintance team fixed it right away. I am loving driving this car. It handles so well.

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  Fun on a budget - 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt
  By Jason - July 21 - 10:26 pm

  Ive had my Cobalt for almost a year now and I still love it everytime I get in the car. The leather seats are comfy, the interior is stylish, and with a push of the accelerator a big smile comes to my face as the supercharger begins to whine. The car has handles great and is perfect for a fun run through some twisties and surprisingly the ride isnt too bad. Ive been on a few longer trips with the car and it was pretty comfortable. The Stock sound system sounds very good and the MP3 player reduces the need for changing cds. All of the controls are easy to reach and all displays are easy to read. All told this is a great car for those of you who want good fuel economy and fun.

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  GREAT CAR - 2004 Chevrolet Suburban
  By burban - July 21 - 2:00 am

  this suv is awesome, we have a total of 8 members in the family, and we all sit COMFORTABLY... its just a beast, i love the cargo space and with the side steps it makes it ALOT easier to get into the car. i just wish they would use better stock tires cause the firestones used arent good in the rain

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  Perfect Car - 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
  By Shari Marie - July 20 - 10:00 am

  I have an 03 Monte Carlo SS. This is the first sporty car Ive ever owned. I am truly impressed with its power, performance and of course its looks. Ive won every intersection race as the acceration is awesome. I am going to look at the 04 SS Supercharged models soon. Im sure the improved HP and torque has made this baby even better. Kudos to Chevy !!

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  2004 CORVETT - 2004 Chevrolet Corvette
  By WHQUALLS - July 20 - 10:00 am

  GREAT CAR TO DRIVE---GOOD FUEL MILAGE

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  2000 Silverado Best Damn Truck ever Made - 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
  By drofwood - July 20 - 10:00 am

  This is the best looking Truck on the road today. They messed up when they (chevrolet) changed the front grill to what it is today. (man what kind of drugs were they on?) It handles like a dream and looks like one to. I love mine and will not buy anything else!!!!!!!