Sail Hatchback 2012-2013 Diesel overview
| Engine | 1248 cc |
| Power | 76.9 bhp |
| Transmission | Manual |
| Mileage | 22.1 kmpl |
| Fuel | Diesel |
| Length | 3946mm |
- Central Locking
- Air Conditioner
- Key Specifications
- Top Features
Chevrolet Sail Hatchback 2012-2013 Detailed On Road Price in New Delhi
| Ex-Showroom Price | Rs.5,72,161 |
| Registration ChargesRegistration charges include MCD Fee, RTO, Smart Card Charges, Environmental Tax | Rs.39,129 |
| InsuranceThe Insurance amount is calculated based the engine size/battery size of the car and also different for metro cities and other cities. It can also differ from dealer to dealer depending on the insurance provider & commissions. | Rs.33,812 |
| On-Road Pricein New Delhi | Rs.6,45,102* |
Sail Hatchback 2012-2013 Diesel Review
The Chevrolet Sail UVA that has been collectively developed by General Motors and the Chinese partner SAIC (Shanghai Automotive Industry Corporation). This model marks to be one of the highest selling models in the Chinese market. But before introducing this new hatchback design, it has been localized and tweaked to suit with highly competitive India market. The fresh Chevrolet Sail UVA Diesel LS , has ample space inside and comes with beige interiors, which enhance the spacious look. Following the generic design trends, the car is made neat with smoothly flowing character lines and perfectly matching features. The swept back headlights wraps are well fitted into the flacks around prominent grille. The brilliant body styling that present slightly raised character line towards the back, offers a sporty vigilance to this hatchback. The rear end is not much aroused and kept normal with vertically aligned tail- lamps that appears bit old fashioned. The Chevrolet Sail UVA Diesel LS mechanics has been engineered as in to much strengthen the chassis. GM's engineers in India have also completely redone the suspension to suit rough Indian roads, that includes more ground clearance; and thereby raising the height of the cars was essential. The diesel version comes with a 168mm ground clearance. Taller, stiffer springs have been used and the front anti-roll bar has been beefed up in accordance with the higher Gross Vehicle Weight. General Motors plans to come up with a manufacturing devision ( CKU) in India. This completely knocked down unit will aims at incorporating many local content into the Sail U-VA, which will be developed into India. Well stepping into the car may not be a very exciting experience. The interiors are developed with the same old plastic and the upholstery fails to grab the attention. The storage space seems to be given just fore mere sake, as the glove boxes are small and even the door pad is shallow. The power window buttons are fitted ahead of the gear lever. The cabin do is however, very functional and has a restrained maturity. The protruding central console, with its large vents, is particularly attractive. Finished in dull silver, it mingles with the rest of the dash quite nicely, and functionality of the buttons and switches is also good. Driving through the traffic city area would be easy with the light steering wheel. and even when you press on, you will be impressed with the accuracy of the helm. It's just that the steering isn't bristling with feel and has a dead zone around the straight-ahead position, which sanitizes the driving experience. Front seats are positioned high so as to provide clear on road visibility, and are made quite soft and comfortable. However, they do not comes with any kind of height adjustments. The wide and horizontal line development provides makes the car spacious inside. This hatch back facilitate ample leg room space, and is complemented with perfect shoulder spread space. However, head room area is not very appropriate, and could be because of sloping roofline. The back seat felt a bit too flat and firm. To make up, the seating position at the rear is brilliant thanks largely to a centrally placed fuel tank. Boot space is pretty decent and can accommodate 248 litres of luggage. In terms of safety, the Chevrolet Sail is decently well-equipped and comes with two front airbags and ABS on the top-end version. It is powered by the smarttech 1.3-litre SDE diesel engine , which was jointly developed by Fiat and GM. This efficient powertrain is supplemented with F17 5-speed manual gearbox, that offers a swift gear changes. The Sail surprises with its flat-out performance and the way it sprints from 0-100kph in just 14.6 seconds.
EXTERIORS
Incepting into India's one of the most competitive car segment market isn't a jelly stuff. As B-segment of car market in India is quite over folded and offers a cut-throat competition. All the major players are in a race to adorn their car with numerous attributes. And here in the flurry of launches we have Chevrolet Sail UVA hatch back to grab attention and secure its place. All new Chevrolet Sail UVA Diesel LS hatchback design looks very sporty on the outside. The front part follows its much prevalent Chevrolet style by picking up cues from other cars from the brand. And so the front fascia is defined with dual-port grille finished with a golden lining. The signature cross signed brand logo is with hold ed rignt in the middle of grille. The bonnet of the car gets much muscular cut-lines that give it a very 3D look. The outside rear view mirrors comes in body color while its stalks are made black. Moving on to the side profile of Chevrolet Sail UVA, the car has a very exquisite waistline, which signifies energy and livliness of the hatchback.The other body proportions of Chevrolet Sail UVA Diesel LS are close to perfect. The lower posture on the front end elegantly moves upward, giving the car a much higher stance at the back. The rear end of Chevrolet Sail UVA Diesel LS, is smart, elegant and sporty. The tail lamps has been positioned high to give the back a much cleaner look, while the Chevrolet cross sign is beautifully positioned in the middle. The rear wiper will allow the owner to drive much carefully in the rainy and misty season, whereas the stop light lamp has been placed nicely on the top of the rear glass. This well structured hatch back measures to be 3946mm in length, 1690 for width and has a height of 1503mm. The car comes with a wheel base of 2465mm and a ground clearance of 168mm.
INTERIORS
Interiors are though not much appealing but incorporate quite much functional features. The dashboard plastic seems to be of low quality and the seats upholstery also fails to prettify the appearance. The cabin is made extremely spacious, bright and airy. The Chevrolet's dual cockpit design has been distinct in standing out against other hatchbacks in the segment. The instrument panel is sporty and has been finished with a bit of chrome. This panel comprises of a sophisticated music system, including CD player and FM radio and the AUX-in interface is flawless and enhances the overall entertainment of the car. The air conditioning system is simply awesome and proves to be every effectual in the hot summers of India. On the other hand, the seats are comfortable and have been upholstered with high quality fabric to provide a very posh feel to the passengers. The light power steering will make it easy for the driver to glide through heavy traffic and the power windows are smooth to use. The new Chevrolet Sail UVA Diesel LS can happily accommodate five adults.
ENGINE AND EFFICIENCY
Yet to be launched Chevrolet Sail UVA Diesel will be powered by smarttech 1.3- litre SDE diesel engine that is extremely responsive as well as robust. The engine comprises of 4 in line cylinders . This powertrain promises to generate about 77bhp power at 4000rpm and accompanied with about 108 Nm of maximum torque at 1750rpm. This engine also houses in Fiat. This multi-jet engine is known for its nature of high performance and will also make certain that the car delivers impressive fuel efficiency with low carbon dioxide emissions. The power mill is complemented with the F17 5 speed manual gearbox, thereby enhancing the entire driving experience for the owner.
COMFORT CONVENIENCE
However inspite of the fading interiors, this 5- seater hatchback delivers outstanding comfort . The positioning of fuel tank in the middle of this design with the short rear and front overhangings amplifies the interim space. The headroom is pretty sufficient as the roof has been designed intelligently and kept a bit high. The vents are stalked in such a manner to suffice all the occupants. Talking about the storage space, the designers have kept this in mind and offered plentiful storage space to stack up handsome amount of luggage specially for long trips. Comfort and space wise, the Chevrolet Sail UVA Diesel LS is certainly better than company's other hatchback cars.
SAFETY HANDLING
The braking mechanism of the new Chevrolet Sail UVA Diesel LS has been designed and developed with utmost care and concern. The brand has keenly equipped the car with a good and effective braking system. General Motors has provided the hatchback with MacPherson strut suspension in the front accompanied with a twist beam axle at the rear with gas shockers. The car is equipped with disc brakes in the front and the drum brakes for the rear making the car just perfect. The safety attribute of this premium hatchback could be symbolized with the features and technology involved in its manufacturing. The main body of Chevrolet Sail hatchback has been made with high strength steel, which makes it more strong and sturdy. The fuel tank has also been protected by steel beam rolling beams thereby assuring extreme safety of the driver and the passengers. Two airbags in the front along with anti lock braking system and EBD comes as standard features on the safety front. What enhances the safety features of this hatchback is the stability traction control, electronic stability control, fog lamps and rear seat belts.
Pros
Nice styling and equipped with high performing engine.
Cons
Interiors is not much upgraded.
Sail Hatchback 2012-2013 Diesel specifications & features
Engine & Transmission
| Engine Type Engine type in car refers to the type of engine that powers the vehicle. There are many different types of car engines, but the most common are petrol (gasoline) and diesel engines | SMARTECH Diesel Engine |
| Displacement The displacement of an engine is the total volume of all of the cylinders in the engine. Measured in cubic centimetres (cc) | 1248 cc |
| Max Power Power dictates the performance of an engine. It's measured in horsepower (bhp) or metric horsepower (PS). More is better. | 76.9bhp@4000rpm |
| Max Torque The load-carrying ability of an engine, measured in Newton-metres (Nm) or pound-foot (lb-ft). More is better. | 205Nm@1750rpm |
| No. of Cylinders ICE engines have one or more cylinders. More cylinders typically mean more smoothness and more power, but it also means more moving parts and less fuel efficiency. | 4 |
| Valves Per Cylinder The number of intake and exhaust valves in each engine cylinder. More valves per cylinder means better engine breathing and better performance but it also adds to cost. | 4 |
| Valve Configuration Valve configuration refers to the number and arrangement of intake and exhaust valves in each engine cylinder. | DOHC |
| Fuel Supply System Responsible for delivering fuel from the fuel tank into your internal combustion engine (ICE). More sophisticated systems give you better mileage. | Common Rail Direct Injection |
| Turbo Charger A device that forces more air into an internal combustion engine. More air can burn more fuel and make more power. Turbochargers utilise exhaust gas energy to make more power. | |
| Super Charge A device that forces more air into an internal combustion engine. More air can burn more fuel and make more power. Superchargers utilise engine power to make more power. | |
| Transmission Type | Manual |
| Gearbox The component containing a set of gears that supply power from the engine to the wheels. It affects speed and fuel efficiency. | 5 Speed |
| Drive Type Specifies which wheels are driven by the engine's power, such as front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive, or all-wheel drive. It affects how the car handles and also its capabilities. | FWD |
Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Diesel Mileage ARAI | 22.1 kmpl |
| Diesel Fuel Tank Capacity The total amount of fuel the car's tank can hold. It tells you how far the car can travel before needing a refill. | 40 Litres |
| Emission Norm Compliance Indicates the level of pollutants the car's engine emits, showing compliance with environmental regulations. | BS IV |
Suspension, Steering & Brakes
| Front Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the front wheels to the car body. Reduces jerks over bad surfaces and affects handling. | McPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the rear wheels to the car body. It impacts ride quality and stability. | Twist Axle |
| Shock Absorbers Type The kind of shock absorbers that come in a car. They help reduce jerks when the car goes over bumps and uneven roads. They can be hydraulic or gas-filled. | Passive Twin-tube Gas Filled |
| Steering Type The mechanism by which the car's steering operates, such as manual, power-assisted, or electric. It affecting driving ease. | Power |
| Steering Column The shaft that connects the steering wheel to the rest of the steering system to help maneouvre the car. | Tilt Steering |
| Turning Radius The smallest circular space that needs to make a 180-degree turn. It indicates its manoeuvrability, especially in tight spaces. | 5.15 meters |
| Front Brake Type Specifies the type of braking system used on the front wheels of the car, like disc or drum brakes. The type of brakes determines the stopping power. | Disc |
| Rear Brake Type Specifies the type of braking system used on the rear wheels, like disc or drum brakes, affecting the car's stopping power. | Drum |
Dimensions & Capacity
| Length The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back. | 3946 mm |
| Width The width of a car is the horizontal distance between the two outermost points of the car, typically measured at the widest point of the car, such as the wheel wells or the rearview mirrors | 1690 mm |
| Height The height of a car is the vertical distance between the ground and the highest point of the car. It can decide how much space a car has along with it's body type and is also critical in determining it's ability to fit in smaller garages or parking spaces | 1503 mm |
| Seating Capacity The maximum number of people that can legally and comfortably sit in a car. | 5 |
| Ground Clearance Unladen The unladen ground clearance is the vertical distance between the ground and the lowest point of the car when the car is empty. More ground clearnace means when fully loaded your car won't scrape on tall speedbreakers, or broken roads. | 168 mm |
| Wheel Base Distance between the centre of the front and rear wheels. Affects the car’s stability & handling . | 2465 mm |
| Kerb Weight Weight of the car without passengers or cargo. Affects performance, fuel efficiency, and suspension behaviour. | 1124 kg |
Comfort & Convenience
| Power Steering Mechanism that reduces the effort needed to operate the steering wheel. Offered in various types, including hydraulic and electric. | |
| Air Conditioner A car AC is a system that cools down the cabin of a vehicle by circulating cool air. You can select temperature, fan speed and direction of air flow. | |
| Heater A heating function for the cabin. A handy feature in cold climates. | |
| Adjustable Steering Allows the driver to adjust the position of the steering wheel to their liking. This can be done in two ways: Tilt and/or Reach | |
| Height Adjustable Driver Seat Refers to a driver's seat that can be raised vertically. This is helpful for shorter drivers to find a better driving position. | |
| Electric Adjustable Seats Seats that can be adjusted electronically. Usually seen in higher end cars. | |
| Automatic Climate Control Automatically adjusts the car’s cabin temperature. Removes the need to manually adjust car AC temperature every now and then & offers a set it and forget it convenience. | |
| Air Quality Control Air filters, also known as air purifiers, purify the air of the cabin by absorbing any harmful or contaminated particles. | |
| Remote Trunk Opener A feature to open the trunk remotely for convenience. Useful when your hands are full, and you need to access the trunk without manually unlocking or lifting it. | |
| Low Fuel Warning Light A dashboard indicator that alerts the driver when the fuel level is low. Gives a reminder to refill fuel to avoid stalling. | |
| Accessory Power Outlet 12V power socket to power your appliances, like phones or tyre inflators. | |
| Rear Seat Headrest Adjustable cushions on the top of the rear seats that provide head support for passengers. They increase the comfort and safety of passengers. | |
| Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest A foldable armrest for the rear passengers, usually in the middle, which also comprises cup holders or other small storage spaces. When not in use, it can be folded back into the seat, so that an additional occupant can be seated. | |
| Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts A type of seat belt on which the height can be adjusted, to help improve comfort. | |
| Rear AC Vents Dedicated AC vents for the rear passengers, usually located between the front seats. Helps cool the rear compartment, while offering passengers the option to control the flow. Some rear AC vents allow for fan speed control. | |
| Lumbar Support Additional support for the lower back in the car seats. It is adjustable (manual or powered), allowing users to adjust the level of support according to their preference. | |
| Cruise Control An electronic system that automatically maintains the car's speed set by the driver, reducing the need for constant pedal use. Useful feature for long highway drives. | |
| Parking Sensors Sensors on the vehicle's exterior that use either ultrasonic or electromagnetic waves bouncing off objects to alert the driver of obstacles while parking. | |
| Navigation System An in-car system that provides maps and directions. Helps in finding the shortest routes. Also gives an idea about the traffic situation on different routes. | |
| Foldable Rear Seat Rear seats that can be folded down to create additional storage space. | 60:40 Split |
| KeyLess Entry A sensor-based system that allows you to unlock and start the car without using a physical key. | |
| Engine Start/Stop Button A button that allows starting or stopping the engine without using a traditional key. It enhances convenience. | |
| Voice Commands A feature that allows the driver to operate some car functions using voice commands. Make using features easy without distractions. | |
| Paddle Shifters Buttons behind the steering wheel for manual gear changes. Found in automatic cars and placed ergonomically, making gear changes easier. | |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps Headlights that stay on for a short period after turning off the car, illuminating the path to the driver's home or door. | |
Interior
| Electronic Multi-Tripmeter Measures the distance a vehicle has travelled for a particular trip. A multi-tripmeter can keep track of multiple distances. For example kilometres since the last fuel up and kilometres travelled since the last service. The different tripmeters can be reset by the user as and when needed. | |
| Leather Seats | |
| Fabric Upholstery Seat coverings made from cloth. Affects comfort and interior style. | |
| Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel | |
| Glove Box It refers to a storage compartment built into the dashboard of a vehicle on the passenger's side. It is used to store vehicle documents, and first aid kit among others. | |
| Digital Clock Refers to a display that shows the current time in a digital (numerical) format. | |
| Outside Temperature Display | |
| Driving Experience Control Eco | |
| Folding Table in The Rear Refers to a fold-out table tray attached either to the back of the front seats or in the central section of the rear seats. | |
Exterior
| Adjustable Headlamps | |
| Fog Lights - Front Extra lights at the front of the car that improve visibility in foggy conditions. Useful during low visibility conditions under foggy weather. | |
| Fog Lights - Rear Extra lights at the back of the car that make it more visible to other drivers in foggy conditions. | |
| Rain Sensing Wiper Windshield wipers that activate on their own when they detect rain. Removes the need to turn the wipers ON/OFF when the rain starts/stops. | |
| Rear Window Wiper A device that cleans the rear window with the touch of a button. Helps enhance visibility in bad weather. | |
| Rear Window Washer A small nozzle that sprays water to clean the rear windshield. Helps in better cleaning of the rear windshield and improves rear visibility. | |
| Rear Window Defogger A heating element in the rear window to remove fog and melt frost from the rear window. | |
| Wheel Covers | |
| Alloy Wheels Lightweight wheels made of metals such as aluminium. Available in multiple designs, they enhance the look of a vehicle. | |
| Power Antenna | |
| Tinted Glass Windows with a transparent thin film for privacy and to reduce sunlight. Saves the car interiors from direct sunlight. Also reduces glare and improves visibility during the day. | |
| Rear Spoiler Increases downforce on the rear end of the vehicle. In most cars, however, they're used simply for looks. | |
| Side Stepper Side steppers are a convenience feature, usually offered in vehicles with high floors, to make it easier to step into or out of the car. They are either pemanently fixed near the side of the vehicle or deploy electrically. The latter is usually only with luxury cars. | |
| Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators An additional turn indicator located on the outside mirror of a vehicle that warns both oncoming and following traffic. | |
| Roof Rails Rails on the top of the car for carrying luggage. Useful if you have less storage inside the car or if you carry a lot of things while travelling. | |
| Sun Roof A glass panel on the roof of a vehicle, either just over the front seats or extending further backward towards the rear. | |
| Alloy Wheel Size The diameter of the car's alloy wheels. Alloy wheels are lighter and better looking than standard wheels, not including tyres. | 14 Inch |
| Tyre Size The dimensions of the car's tyres indicating their width, height, and diameter. Important for grip and performance. | 175/70 R14 |
| Tyre Type Tells you the kind of tyres fitted to the car, such as all-season, summer, or winter. It affects grip and performance in different conditions. | Tubeless,Radial |
| Wheel Size The diameter of the car's wheels, not including the tyres. It affects the car's ride, handling, and appearance. | 14 X 5.5J Inch |
Safety
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) A safety system that prevents a car's wheels from locking up during hard braking to maintain steering control. | |
| Brake Assist | |
| Central Locking A system that locks or unlocks all of the car's doors simultaneously with the press of a button. A must-have feature in modern cars. | |
| Power Door Locks A system that allows the driver to lock and unlock all car doors with the push of a button. | |
| Child Safety Locks Safety locks located on the car's rear doors that, when engaged, allows the doors to be opened only from the outside. The idea is to stop the door from opening unintentionally. | |
| Anti-Theft Alarm An alarm system that sounds when anyone tries to access the car forcibly or break into it. | |
| Driver Airbag An inflatable air bag located within the steering wheel that automatically deploys during a collision, to protect the driver from physical injury | |
| Passenger Airbag An inflatable safety device designed to protect the front passenger in case of a collision. These are located in the dashboard. | |
| Side Airbag | |
| Side Airbag-Rear | |
| Day & Night Rear View Mirror A rearview mirror that can be adjusted to reduce glare from headlights behind the vehicle at night. | |
| Passenger Side Rear View Mirror The outside rear view mirror placed on the passenger side. | |
| Rear Seat Belts Safety belts for passengers sitting in the rear seats of the car. | |
| Side Impact Beams Structural components in a car designed to absorb and distribute impact energy during a side collision. | |
| Front Impact Beams Structural components in a car designed to absorb and distribute impact energy during a front collision. | |
| Traction Control | |
| Adjustable Seats Seats that can be reclined, or adjusted front/back or up/down. The levels of adjustability depends on the car's segment/price. | |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) This feature monitors the pressure inside each tyre, alerting the driver when one or more tyre loses pressure. | |
| Vehicle Stability Control System A system that helps prevent the car from skidding or losing control by applying brakes to individual wheels. Useful in case of emergency high-speed manoeuvres. | |
| Engine Immobilizer A security feature that prevents unauthorized access to the car's engine. | |
| Crash Sensor Sensors that detect a car crash and activate safety features like airbags and automatic emergency calls. | |
| Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank A fuel tank that is placed in the centre of the car instead of the rear | |
| Engine Check Warning A warning light that indicates potential issues with the car's engine. | |
| Clutch Lock | |
| EBD A system that adjusts the brake force applied to each wheel to optimize braking performance. | |
| Rear Camera A camera at the rear of the car to help with parking safely. | |
| Anti-Theft Device | |
Entertainment & Communication
| Radio AM/FM radio tuner for listening to broadcasts and music. Mainly used for listening to music and news when inside the car. | |
| Audio System Remote Control A remote to control the car's audio system without reaching for the dashboard. Makes controlling the audio system easy from all seats inside the car. | |
| USB & Auxiliary input A USB port for connecting external devices, like smartphones or MP3 players, to the car's audio system using a cable. Lets you play audio from your device through car speakers. | |
| Bluetooth Connectivity Allows wireless connection of devices to the car’s stereo for calls or music. | |
| Touchscreen A touchscreen panel in the dashboard for controlling the car's features like music, navigation, and other car info. | |
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