Chevrolet cobalt
Chevrolet Cobalt (from 444, 000 rubles) Chevrolet Cobalt (from 444, 000 rubles) Chevrolet Cobalt (from 444, 000 rubles)
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Samarkand, Registan Square. Souvenir seller asks: “New model? What new one is she ?!”Cobalt has been assembled in Uzbekistan since last fall, and there are plenty of them in ancient Samarkand and in Tashkent. But for the Russian market, this is a new car that will “play” in the popular segment of the budget B-class sedans. In size, the Cobalt is larger than the Aveo, but smaller than the Cruze. Spacious inside. They say that the designers tried to make the interior wider at shoulder level.
Chevrolet cobalt
One of the “trump cards” of Chevrolet Cobalt is a modern 6-speed automatic transmission One of the trump cards of Chevrolet Cobalt is a modern 6-speed automatic transmission One of the trump cards of Chevrolet Cobalt is a modern 6-speed automatic transmission
Chevrolet cobalt
Succeeded. My colleague and I are not at all crowded. And when a partner gets behind the wheel, I ask how tall he is. Meter ninety. And on the top of the skullcap, there is still a good supply to the ceiling. On local broken roads, this stock is very handy. The amazingly energy-intensive Cobalt suspension also helps to not knock out teeth. For the sake of the experiment, one of our colleagues on the stage even stopped going around potholes, and nothing - the suspension never pierced! However, it is not difficult to go around road bumps: in the steering there is a good balance between sharpness and comfort. It's nice to steer.
Chevrolet cobalt
The salon is not a masterpiece, of course, but you quickly get used to it. For example, I really liked the notch over the glove compartment: it’s convenient to put the phone on. But plastics are exceptionally tough, and fabric is obviously from inexpensive Salon - not a masterpiece, of course, but you quickly get used to it. For example, I really liked the notch over the glove compartment: it’s convenient to put the phone on. But plastics are exceptionally tough, and fabric is obviously from inexpensive Salon - not a masterpiece, of course, but you quickly get used to it. For example, I really liked the notch over the glove compartment: it’s convenient to put the phone on. But plastics are exceptionally tough, and fabric is obviously inexpensive
Chevrolet cobalt
Seats fit both thin and full, and keep well in corners Seats fit and thin, and full, and keep well in corners Seats fit and thin, and full, and keep good in corners
The power unit is also pleasing. Under the hood, a one and a half liter engine of local production (read in a separate box), aggregated with a new 6-speed “automatic” (in addition to the Cobalt, only the Volkswagen Polo sedan has this class in this class). The motor and transmission operate in a completely coordinated manner, without forcing to recall the "mechanics". And alas, they didn’t give a try with a manual gearbox. For a test drive, cars were prepared in a rich configuration of LTZ, and the "mechanics" is available only in the basic LT version.
Chevrolet cobalt
The key on the selector “automatic machine” allows you to command six gears at your own discretion The key on the selector “automatic machine” allows you to command six gears at your own discretion The key on the selector “automatic machine” allows you to command six gears at your own discretion
Back to the salon. A tall colleague is already seated "by himself." I ask - is it convenient? Answers - quite. Of course, not Almera, but enough space. And in terms of the boot volume, the Cobalt is generally a class record holder. Imagine 545 L! In this case, the back of the rear sofa folds, and if necessary, is completely removed. That's just the shape of the trunk itself is not perfect, and opening it is not always convenient. This can be done with a key or from a key fob button. There are no buttons in the cabin yet.
Chevrolet cobalt
The trunk lid is devoid of any lining, and the walls are barely covered. The trunk lid is devoid of any lining, and the walls are barely covered. The trunk lid is devoid of any lining, and the walls are barely covered …
Chevrolet cobalt
… but its internal volume is 545 liters. This is a class record. It is a pity only, the loops act - the same as that of Logan, Almera and others like them … but its internal volume is 545 liters. This is a class record. It is a pity only, the loops act - the same as that of Logan, Almera and others like them … but its internal volume is 545 liters. This is a class record. The only pity is that the loops are protruding - just like Logan, Almera and others like them
Are there any other disadvantages? Yes. Lack of ABS in the basic version. It, together with the passenger airbag, is included in the so-called security package included in the list of options (for 20, 000 rubles). In the initial configuration there is no air conditioning (26 000 rubles). Also: cheap decoration materials, lack of steering adjustment “on the fly”, “toy” dashboard … And, finally, a controversial design. But many "state employees" are by no means handsome, and working qualities bring them popularity, and not a pretty appearance. Tolerate - to fall in love, as they say. Cobalt is from this breed.
Chevrolet cobalt
The engine is also “localized”
Since GM Uzbekistan produces eight models of Chevrolet and Daewoo, the concern management decided to place in Tashkent the production of engines for these cars - with a volume of 1.2 and 1.5 liters, in several versions. Almost all operations are performed at the plant, in addition to casting iron blocks. Their castings are brought from Korea, and processed on the spot. The heads are cast exactly here - from aluminum, which is obtained from Russia, and into molds from American sand. The company has been operating a little over a year and is only gaining power. Over time, automatic transmissions will be made in Uzbekistan, although local drivers do not really favor them. But here they think not only about their market. A large part of the products is exported.
Chevrolet cobalt
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Ilya Pimenov, editor:
Ilya Pimenov
- Looking at the sad face of Cobalt, I expected that his character was just as bleak. It turned out no, looks are deceiving. He rides pretty well, quickly responding to the actions of the steering wheel and pedals. At the same time, the cabin is quite quiet, unusual for a “state employee”. Of course, I liked the fast-firing automatic. And the best part about this car is the suspension, which allows you to spit on the quality of the roads. Ideal for Russian conditions.
