The 2013 Chevy Traverse is similar to its previous models but did get a few updates and modifications.
On the outside of the car the hood is now domed and features a larger grille with the Chevy emblem in the middle. The headlights are reshaped and feature chrome accents. The backend and taillights of the Traverse have also been redesigned, and the license plate was moved to the liftgate. Overall the Traverse is longer than most cars in its class, which provides more interior volume.
The interior of the Traverse includes upgrades such as premium materials, softer surfaces, contrast stitching, new chrome and wood accents, and optional ambient lighting. The 2013 Traverse also includes Chevrolets MyLink which allows consumers to synch their smartphones or stream internet radio stations. If you fold down all the seats the Traverse has 116.4 cubic feet of volume, the most out of any of its direct competitors. Without folding down the seat there is still 24.4 cubic feet behind the third row. The first and second rows have a decent amount of space, and recline and slide backward and forward. The upgrades to the interior are apparent and help set the Traverse apart.
Under the hood a 3.6-liter V-6 engine produces 281 horsepower. There is a standard six-speed automatic transmission that has been upgraded to shift swiftly and consistently. Front-wheel drive is standard but there is an optional all-wheel drive option. There is also an optional dual exhaust system that boosts power to 288 horsepower. The suspension system has also been upgraded from previous models. The Traverse has a combined city/highway EPA gas mileage of 19 mpg, regardless of front-or all-wheel drive. The Traverse also comes with a 5,200-pound towing capacity, which is one of the best in its class. The 2013 model overall has a refined ride, taking bumps with ease while keeping the cabin quiet.
Any Chevrolet Traverse Phoenix driver can also appreciate the impressive array of safety features. Including new safety options like a blind-spot warning system and cross-traffic alert. It also had top scores in all crash tests, making it a Top Safety Pick from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. The Traverse also earned an excellent, five-star rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Head to your Phoenix Chevy today to test drive the new 2013 Traverse!
The 2014 Impala design is here, and the only thing that is recognizable from previous models is the nameplate. Chevrolet rethought and redesigned every aspect of the Impala and produced a car with performance, style, and innovation.
“The momentum at Chevrolet continues to build with the debut of the 10th generation of the Impala, one of the brand’s most enduring and cherished nameplates,” says Chris Perry, vice president of Global Chevrolet Marketing. “The new Impala further strengthens Chevrolet’s passenger car lineup by giving consumers a full-size sedan that balances the desire for distinction with engaging driving dynamics.”
Arizona Chevrolet dealerships will have three engine choices available, all of which feature direct injection technology. The 303-horsepower 3.6-liter V-6 engine is the most powerful choice. The 2.5-liter Ecotec four-cylinder option balances power and efficiency, producing 195 horsepower and 30 mpg highway. The final option is the most fuel efficient option and has a 182-horsepower 2.4-liter Ecotec engine with e-Assist hybrid system and an estimated 35 mpg highway. All three engines come with a six-speed automatic transmission.
Chevrolet also stated that the car “will look much more expensive than it is priced,” with its chrome and wood accents and a more modern design. There are three trims available: the LS, LT, and LTZ. The redesign of the interior of the Impala really focused on pleasing the driver. There is noticeably more room and the instrument panels are extremely accessible. The large 8-inch color touch screen will feature Chevrolet’s MyLink infotainment system and an advanced touch-screen technology and natural voice recognition.
Chevy Impala Phoenix drivers can also look forward to new safety innovations such as full speed-range adaptive cruise control, collision mitigation braking, forward collision alert, lane-departure warning, side blind-zone alert, and rear cross-traffic alerts. Chevrolet also incorporated an industry first, a center side airbag that inflates between seats in a side collision. The added airbag will ensure the passenger and driver don’t hit heads in an accident, and helps protect against the unexpected.
The 2014 Impala has been reinvented and now offers the balance of power and technology that drivers are looking for. Check out the new Impala spring of 2013 at your Chapman AZ Chevy dealer!
Have you heard that Chapman Chevrolet in Tempe got a facelift? We took a trip down to the Tempe Chevy dealership to check out the new changes and they are a must see!
The new Chevrolet dealership has expanded and includes a top-of-the line customer service area, new glass offices for one-on-one meetings with service advisors, brand new upgraded facilities, and accessible parking. They also completely remodeled the customer lounge with all new furniture, a gourmet coffee bar, snacks, wifi and computer plug-in stations, and a kid’s play area. In comparison to the old and outdated building, the dealership is now fresh, new, and almost unrecognizable.
In celebration of the remodel, Chapman Chevrolet will be having a Re-Grand Opening the weekend of May 18th- 20th. Every single attendee will receive a free gift on top of some amazing deals! They not only have the 2012 Cruze, Sonic, Malibu and Equinox models but they also have the brand new 2013 Malibu with eAssist. eAssist is a new technology in a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine with a six-speed automatic transmission, and instead of an alternator there is a motor-generator. The new system can provide up to a 15-horsepower boost using a lithium-ion battery, which gets energy and charge from regenerative braking. The Cruze and Sonic both have models that produce at least 40 mpg highway and the Equinox crossover achieves about 600 miles highway per tank of gas.
So mark your calendars for May 18th-20th to come check out the new Chapman Chevrolet dealership, the new Chevy models, and the new customer lounge!
The Valley Chevy tent event is back and bigger and better than ever!
Now it’s time to let you, our preferred Phoenix Chevy customers, know that Chapman Chevy will be at the event and looking for you with special event offers!
Beginning Thursday, April 26th the curtain will open at 12 o’clock noon, at the University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, where you can save thousands on the new Chevy you want. Thousands of new and used Chevy cars, trucks and SUVs will be available!
Customers who test-drive a new Chevrolet at the tent event will get two tickets to the Rib and Music Festival, an event in collaboration with the Arizona Cardinals draft party celebration.
Also, if you purchase or lease any new car, truck or SUV by April 29th you will get an iPod Touch for just $1, while supplies last. (Apple is not a participant in or sponsor of this promotion.)
“The tent sale provides an enjoyable and family-friendly experience for customers who are looking to browse our Phoenix Chevrolet dealer inventory in a relaxed and stress-free environment. Plus, there are great deals to be had and we are committed to savings our customers thousands of dollars and making every deal happen,” said Tim Mort, general manager, Chapman Chevrolet.
The details:
What: The Valley Chevy Tent Event
Where: University of Phoenix Stadium
When: Thursday Noon-10 pm; Friday and Saturday 10am- 10pm; Sunday 10am-6pm
Contact: Chapman Chevy, your Phoenix Chevrolet headquarters
The deals:
1. Get 0% APR for 72 months.
2. Leases start as low as $159 per month.
3. On-site financing is available.
The all-new 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco adds a dose of flavor – and efficiency – to the midsize sedan segment. It has class-challenging ride and handling characteristics; a new, sporty design; new premium interior that’s roomy, comfortable and quiet; and it has better fuel economy than any non-hybrid midsize sedan – a GM-estimated 37 mpg on the highway.
The Malibu Eco is the first model of the all-new 2013 Malibu lineup to reach Phoenix Chevy dealer showrooms. It has an MSRP of $25,995, including a $760 destination charge.
“The Malibu Eco is a smart choice for customers who want a great looking car inside and out with excellent fuel economy, but without the higher price of some hybrid sedans,” said Tim Mort, Chapman Chevrolet general manager. “In short, it’s an incredible value.”
The exterior of the Eco – and all Malibu models – has a coupe-like silhouette and carries design DNA from Camaro to bring a sporty sensibility to the family sedan segment.
A wide stance, broad shoulders, a powerdome hood and an integrated rear spoiler bring a new athleticism to Malibu and give it a more aggressive, planted and sporty appearance. The new Malibu has a 4.5-inch shorter wheelbase and 62-inch front and rear tracks that are more than 2 inches wider than the model it replaces.
Malibu Eco Phoenix drivers will notice the exterior design cues also include Chevrolet’s dual-port grille, large swept-back projector HID headlamps with three-dimensional execution, larger Chevrolet bowtie badges front and rear, taillamps inspired by the Camaro and a single hidden exhaust outlet. The look is complemented by standard 17-inch alloy wheels and low-rolling-resistance Goodyear tires.
An aerodynamically optimized design and smart use of fuel-saving technologies helps the Malibu Eco be Chevy’s most fuel-efficient midsize ever.
Malibu Eco is among the first vehicles in the midsize segment with a standard fuel-saving, active shutter system. Located in the lower grille, the Malibu Eco’s active shutter system automatically closes airflow through the lower intake opening when air intake is least needed. When closed, the shutter system enhances aero performance by redirecting airflow around the front of the vehicle and down the sides, rather than through it. The shutter is open or closed based on engine coolant temperature and speed. For example, the shutters open when the car is traveling up a hill, pulling a trailer, or in hot city driving; the shutters close at highway speeds when less engine cooling is required.
Other aerodynamic features on the Malibu Eco include:
- Dual-port grille upper is closed to redirect air flow up and over the hood
- Outside rearview mirrors designed to maximize efficiency
- Taillamps shaped for aero performance without design penalty
- Four underbody panels – more commonly found on premium-priced cars – cover approximately 50 percent of the lower portion of the vehicle and provide a cleaner airflow path beneath the vehicle.
eAssist technology
Malibu Eco’s eAssist system is mated to an Ecotec 2.4L direct-injection four-cylinder engine and next-generation six-speed automatic transmission. The 2.4L engine is efficient and lightweight, featuring dual-overhead cams, direct injection, continuously variable intake and exhaust timing and electronic throttle control, as well as a lightweight aluminum cylinder block and cylinder head. It is rated at an estimated 182 horsepower and is a variant of the same engine recognized as one of Ward’s Ten Best Engines in 2010.
Along with the Ecotec 2.4L and six-speed transmission, the eAssist system uses power stored in the air-cooled, lithium-ion battery to provide needed electrical boost in various driving scenarios, optimizing engine and transmission operation. An advanced 115V lithium-ion battery and 15-kW motor-generator unit help increase fuel economy through:
- Regenerative braking, which provides up to 15 kW of electricity to charge the battery
- Enabling a more-efficient final drive ratio by providing up to 15 hp (11 kW) of electric power assistance during heavier acceleration
- Using electricity instead of gasoline when stopped, with automatic and smooth engine start-stop functionality
- Aggressive fuel cut-off during deceleration down to zero mph for added fuel savings
- Intelligent charge/discharge of the high-voltage battery.
The eAssist system captures up to 15kW of power that would be normally lost during braking and uses it to recharge the lithium-ion battery. The system also shuts down fuel delivery in certain deceleration conditions, further improving fuel economy. While in fuel shut-off mode, the motor-generator unit continues spinning along with the engine to provide immediate and smooth take-off power when the driver presses on the accelerator. As the vehicle comes to a stop, the motor-generator unit brings the engine to a controlled stop to position it properly for a smooth restart when the brake is released.
Thanks to a smart design and eAssist technology, the Malibu Eco can travel 580 highway miles between fill-ups with a 15.8-gallon fuel tank.
Are you interested in learning more about the Malibu Eco? Chapman is your Chevrolet Malibu Phoenix headquarters. Contact us to schedule a test drive today!
