The minivan market in Russia cannot be called very developed. However, citizens who have once tasted the delights of this type of vehicle very often subsequently decide to purchase a minivan.

This is especially true for those buyers who often plan family trips on good roads. At the same time, they look, first of all, at relatively inexpensive models that would combine spaciousness with affordable cost. And it was precisely for such zealous owners that the Chevrolet company once presented a large minivan under the sonorous name Orlando.

Model history

The first spy photos of Chevrolet Orlando appeared on the Internet back in 2007. It was then that it became clear that the company was preparing to enter the market of a new family-class car.

Buyers did not have to wait long, and a year later, a conceptual model of the upcoming minivan was presented at the Paris Motor Show, and its production version was released in 2010.

Around the same time, assembly of the new product began at the facilities of the Kaliningrad enterprise Avtotor, which made it possible to ensure reasonable prices for the new product in Russia.

It must be said that the Chevrolet Orlando bore little resemblance to classic seven-seat minivans, demonstrating similarities with crossovers so popular on the market. This was not done by chance - the move away from the single-volume layout was intended to position the newcomer as an alternative to front-wheel drive crossovers.

In technical terms, the car is based on the platform from the popular Chevrolet Cruze golf-class sedan. Such “donation” made it possible to significantly reduce production costs and provide the minivan with good handling, not much different from its passenger counterpart.

Also from Cruz, the car inherited a number of design solutions in the cabin, but at the same time, the architecture of the front panel turned out to be quite original and modern.

The same should be said about the body parts, which are completely original for Orlando. Thanks to this, it looks solid and has rightfully gained high popularity on the Russian market, not only as a family car, but also as a solid corporate car.

I must say that the initial price of the Chevrolet Orlando looked very attractive and started at 750 thousand rubles. The crisis forced sellers to significantly adjust their price tags, but even despite the significant increase in price, the Orlando still remains one of the most profitable offers in its class, while offering a wide choice of trim levels and decent spaciousness characteristics with good driving performance.

Technical characteristics of Chevrolet Orlando

Speaking about the technical characteristics of the Chevrolet Orlando, we should initially focus on the fairly large overall dimensions of this car. Its length is 4470 mm with a width of 1780 mm and a height of 1650 mm.

At the same time, the length of the minivan’s wheelbase is an impressive 2760 mm, which provides enough space for passengers in all rows of seats (and there can be two or three of them in the car, depending on the configuration).

It should be noted that the appearance of the car partly hints at off-road characteristics, which, at first glance, should be superior to standard passenger models.

Alas, the Chevrolet Orlando stated in the technical specifications does not exceed that of other passenger cars and is a modest 164 millimeters. This ground clearance, of course, does not allow the car to overcome any serious off-road conditions, but it is quite sufficient to ensure that the bottom of the car does not touch the ground on the way to the dacha.

Video review of Chevrolet Orlando:

It goes without saying that the Chevrolet Orlando also does not have all-wheel drive - the car, as well as the platform-based Chevrolet Cruze, is purely front-wheel drive.

As for the power units used on the Chevrolet Orlando, their choice on the Russian market is also not very large. The base model is a 1.8 liter four-cylinder engine capable of producing 141 horsepower.

It can be combined with both mechanical and provides a sufficient supply of traction under standard driving conditions. In addition, a two-liter 163-horsepower unit is also available for the minivan.

It must be said that the manufacturer’s range additionally includes a two-liter diesel engine with a capacity of 130 horsepower, as well as a 140-horsepower 1.4-liter engine. However, if diesel modifications sometimes end up in dealer showrooms, the version with the 1.4 engine is generally unavailable for the Russian market, although it is highly popular in the European market.

In terms of suspension design, the Orlando doesn't offer anything innovative and, in the case of a family car, that's a definite boon. The car has classic struts at the front, and a semi-independent beam at the rear.

This configuration ensures high reliability when driving on domestic roads, and the compact design of the rear suspension contributes to high luggage compartment capacity. Of course, its volume is maximum in a five-seat cabin configuration, but seven-seat minivans also offer enough free space to accommodate luggage.

Prices and configurations in the Russian Federation

Speaking about prices for Chevrolet Orlando in Russia, we have already noted that before the crisis they started at 750 thousand rubles. Alas, today this amount has almost doubled, and the most affordable Orlando in LS trim level with a 1.8-liter engine and a five-speed manual transmission is estimated by dealers at 1 million 262 thousand rubles.

For this money you will get a five-seater car, which will have electric windows and mirrors, regular air conditioning and a simple multimedia system. In addition, there will be anti-lock brakes and a pair of .

Video - comparison of seven-seater minivans Chevrolet Orlando and Opel Zafira Torer:

More "packed" LT version costs 1,313,000 rubles and already includes a number of pleasant functions such as heated seats. Here, for an additional fee, you can also get a seven-seater version of the car interior.

Flagship LTZ version Available with both a 1.8-liter power unit and automatic transmission, and a two-liter engine. Here the buyer already receives an “advanced” multimedia complex, a leatherette interior and a number of active safety systems, including a stability control system. The price, accordingly, of such a minivan is 1 million 416 thousand for version 1.8, and 1 million 504 thousand for a car with a two-liter engine.

Reviews from Chevrolet Orlando owners

There are quite a lot of reviews from Chevrolet Orlando owners on the Internet due to the fact that the car has been successfully sold on the Russian market for a long time.

In general, those who bought a minivan note its high capacity, good ride quality and sound insulation, as well as the fact that the ground clearance stated in the technical characteristics of the Chevrolet Orlando in practice does not create significant difficulties due to the rather energy-intensive suspension of the car.

The main disadvantages include unstable build quality and the “whims” of the electrics, which often arise after driving through deep puddles or frequent winter use on roads generously sprinkled with reagents.

Video - test drive Chevrolet Orlando:

Another common drawback is the poor quality of the windshield, which is why it often breaks due to temperature changes in the winter. By the way, this drawback occurs on almost all Chevrolet models offered on the Russian market.

The car body, according to reviews from owners, resists corrosion well, but this is due more to the galvanization than to the quality of the paintwork. The latter is not very durable, which is why chips often appear on the edge of the hood and front part from impacts from sand and small stones. By the way, the hood is not galvanized, and paint chips that occur after winter are often covered with red rust spots.

Tuning

Of course, the Chevrolet Orlando minivan is not the main object of attention for tuning due to its “family” purpose. However, many owners try to independently modify some of the car’s technical characteristics, and tuners, of course, try to offer a sufficient number of relevant accessories.

Conventionally, Chevrolet Orlando tuning can be divided into two categories - modifications to improve factory characteristics and the use of tuning elements to give the car more individuality.

The first part can rightfully include the installation of additional protection for the crankcase, headlights, film coating of the hood and bumpers in order to protect them from chips. There are a large number of accessories of this kind on the market today, and their production is carried out by both companies certified by the manufacturer and third-party companies. Dealerships often offer similar modifications.

It must be said that some Chevrolet Orlando owners are trying to improve the car's driving characteristics by installing tuning suspension elements, including shock absorbers. Their production has been mastered by a large number of well-known companies, including Monroe.

However, it should be remembered that intervention in the chassis, along with improving handling characteristics, often leads to the fact that the car becomes much stiffer on the move. The same applies to installing low-profile tires, which is also often practiced by individual car owners.

As for the external modifications of the car, today we offer a large selection of all kinds of door sills and bumpers, moldings and other decorative elements. There is no practical benefit from them, but they make it possible to somewhat modify the basic appearance of the vehicle.

Also, you can often find owners of a Chevrolet Orlando wanting to install a “fly deflector” on the hood, which, according to the “tuner’s” plan, should prevent the appearance of chips.

In practice, such a “rework” is of very dubious value due to the fact that dirt and sand, getting into the gap between the hood and the bump stop, often have an abrasive effect and lead to abrasion of the paint layer and the appearance of scratches on it.

In general, if we talk about the market for tuning accessories, it can be presented in the following table:

Exterior decor elements	Salon tuning	Tuning the exhaust system and suspension	Engine tuning
Moldings	Replacing seat upholstery	Installation of sports shock absorbers
Thresholds	Installing multimedia system components	Replacing the muffler and resonator	Modification of the piston group, installation of fitted connecting rods and pistons
Wind fairings, etc.	Installation of surveillance cameras, etc.	Installation of a stiffer rear suspension cross member and anti-roll bars	Using a new engine control unit

Forums

There are quite a lot of thematic forums for Chevrolet Orlando owners on the Internet. At the same time, the largest and most authoritative resource can rightfully be called the Chevrolet Orlando club (

Orlando is an almost exclusive car; a seven-seater compact minivan is an excellent solution for a large family. The bright appearance, comfortable interior, powerful, economical engine and affordable price of the Chevrolet Orlando are the reasons for its high popularity among car owners all over the world.

Review of the new Chevrolet Orlando 2018

The new 2018 Chevrolet Orlando is a representative of the second generation of a minivan, prepared in China and awaiting the start of sales for the local market. Whether it will come to us and how much it will cost is still unknown.

Exterior

Chevrolet Orlando 2018 has changed almost beyond recognition. It has a trendy, modern appearance; the new body features a distinctly sculpted front end, giving it an aggressive look.

Front part The car is occupied by a branded radiator grille, divided into two parts, with the brand emblem in the middle. The front LED headlights have become more elongated and sharper. The front air intake has a clear rectangular shape with rounded ends and a stylish strip of fog lights.

Rear end The car received the following changes: the running lights became square and located on the sides of the tailgate, the bumper became even lower, the exhaust outlets framed by a stylish chrome frame are visible right in it.

Chevrolet Orlando has clearly “prettier” and turned from a family car into a presentable car.

The manufacturing company has also prepared a sports version of the minivan. It will stand out with black wheels and red trim elements on the front bumper; brand logos and rear-view mirrors will be made in dark colors.

Photos of the “old” and “new” Orlando

Dimensions

Model dimensions: wheelbase at the minivan 2796 mm,dimensions Orlando 4684x1807x1628 mm (the previous generation Chevrolet Orlando has slightly different dimensions: 4652 x 1836 x 1625 mm).

Clearance

The ground clearance of the 2018 Chevrolet Orlando is only 164 mm.

Of course, you won’t be able to conquer off-road terrain with such ground clearance, but for measured city driving it is quite enough.

Interior

Significant changes have also occurred in the interior of the car. The interior decoration is quite simple, but stylish: fabric upholstery with chrome decorative elements and a leather-wrapped steering wheel in an improved configuration. The central panel is extended upward, with a multimedia center installed on its top. The dashboard looks stylish and modern: large on-board instruments and bright lighting, improved visibility - everything for the driver’s convenience.

The sporty Redline version adds red stitching to the seats, steering wheel and door panels. Manufacturers have not forgotten about passenger comfort - the car can easily accommodate 7 people, and both second and third row passengers will feel spacious.

Trunk

The luggage compartment is an important detail for a family car, in the new Orlando it is still as small as in the previous version, but it will increase to 1520 liters when folding the rear row seats. The considerable length of the trunk will allow you to easily accommodate large cargo, for example, an adult bicycle.

Specifications

The new Orlando 2018, like most other foreign cars sold to the Middle Kingdom, is equipped with only one type of engine. This 1.3-liter three-cylinder petrol engine LI 6 series with electronic control system and turbocharging.

His data: engine power - 156 hp, maximum speed - 190 km/h.

The fuel consumption of the new Chevrolet Orlando has not yet been announced by the manufacturer. The transmission is a six-speed manual or automatic in more expensive trim levels.

In description equipment of the updated minivan includes: independent suspension (both front and rear), rack-and-pinion steering with electric power assistance, disc brakes on all wheels and an electric parking brake. The car is offered only with front-wheel drive. The all-wheel drive version of the model is not yet being considered by the manufacturer for release.

Options and prices

For the Chevrolet Orlando, the price in China will be around 110-120 thousand yuan ( 1,024,000 -1,117,000 rubles) for the basic package.

Chevrolet Orlando in Russia

At the moment, in Russia you can only buy a compact van of the previous generation (restyled version of 2013). Its release at the production facilities of GM Uzbekistan JSC was discontinued in the first quarter of this year.

This version of Orlando is remembered for a lot of car benefits, which include:

• good capacity;
• high degree of safety for both the driver and all passengers;
• reliability;
• moderate fuel consumption;
• good balance between the quality of the car and its cost.

And a number of disadvantages, such as:

• out-of-date design;
• lack of all-wheel drive;
• budget trim;
• low dynamic characteristics;
• poor sound insulation;
• small ground clearance;
• no heated steering wheel or windshield. ​

​ If you decide to become the owner of a brand new compact van, check out its technical data, configurations and cost in Russia.

Technical data

The Chevrolet Orlando sold on our market has more than decent technical characteristics.

Chevrolet Orlando engine, to choose from, maybe 1.8 liter gasoline 141 hp And two-liter diesel 163 hp

Chevrolet Orlando technical specifications and fuel consumption

At chevrolet orlando dimensions bodies make up 4652 x 1836 x 1625 mm, clearance(ground clearance) 140mm, luggage compartment - 89 liters, and with the rear rows of seats folded down the entire 1487 liters.

For Chevrolet Orlando, the wheels and tires installed by the manufacturer can be as follows: steel wheels with a 16 radius in the basic version. As an additional option, light alloy wheels of 16 and 17 radius can be installed. Standard installed tires size 215/60 for R16 rims and 225/50 for R17.

Options and cost

An official dealer offers to buy a new car at a price from 1,082,000 rubles for the most minimal configuration LS 1.8 MT with a 1.8-liter gasoline engine and a five-speed manual transmission. It includes central locking, air conditioning, heated side mirrors, an immobilizer, an audio system and much more. The LT 1.8AT package with an automatic transmission will cost the amount from 1,175,000 rubles, and a two-liter diesel version in the LTZ 2.0D AT configuration from 1,324,000 rubles.

Operating instructions

You can familiarize yourself in detail with all the characteristics of the car in the operating instructions supplied with it.

History of Chevrolet Orlando

Orlando's debut took place in 2010 at the Paris Motor Show. And in 2011 it was launched into production on the Chevrolet Cruze platform, with an extended wheelbase, equipped with a 1.8-liter gasoline engine producing 141 hp. IN 2012 year the car came to the Russian market.

IN 2013 The car has already undergone its first restyling - it received new side mirror housings with repeaters and an updated bumper with powerful fog lights. A diesel version of the car has also entered the market, with an engine capacity of 2 liters and a power of 163 hp. IN 2018 the car has experienced a new birth.

For the first time, the seven-seater Chevrolet Orlando, which is a mixture of a compact van and a crossover, debuted at the Paris motor show in 2010. Three years later, it experienced its first and so far only restyling, as a result of which some changes appeared in its exterior. There were no fundamental changes in the appearance of the “American”, but, nevertheless, he began to look better than before. Unfortunately, this did not help to stay on the Russian market, since in 2015, against the backdrop of the economic crisis, General Motors was forced to remove almost all Chevrolet models from Russia and leave only expensive cars, and among those “removed,” of course, was the Orlando . It is still possible to find this model in the warehouses of Chevrolet dealers, so details about it will not be superfluous. Read our review for everything you need to know about the restyled Orlando!

Design

They say appearance is not the main thing. Maybe, maybe... Those who agree with this statement will certainly like the 2013 Orlando, because at its core it is a very practical car. And those who first judge by the cover risk not liking the mix of a compact van and a crossover, because today, when the second decade of the 21st century is gradually coming to an end, it looks downright outdated. In a word, “brick”.

During the 2013 restyling, the model changed its exterior mirrors (turn signals appeared in them) and the front bumper. In addition, the color range of the body has expanded and the design of the optional wheel rims has changed. This is where all external innovations end. Of the so-called off-road attributes, the Orlando has black plastic trims that cover the bumpers, wheel arches and door sills. Such overlays reliably protect the paintwork of the body from crushed stone and sand flying out from under the wheels - for example, if you have to drive on a dacha dirt road.

Design

The car is based on General Motors' passenger car platform called Delta II. The Chevrolet Cruze and Opel Astra (pictured) are based on a similar design, but of these, the Cruze is naturally closer to the Orlando, since, unlike the Astra, it also has a semi-independent rear suspension without a Watt mechanism. At the same time, the distance between the wheel axles of the Orlando is greater than that of the Cruze: 2.76 m versus 2.685 m. The front and rear tracks of the family five-door Chevrolet are 1584 and 1588 mm, and for the Cruze they are 1544 and 1558 mm, respectively. As for the suspension mounting points, their geometry, as well as the Orlando shock absorbers and springs, they are, of course, original. Front-wheel drive in any configuration.

Adaptation to Russian conditions

The car is not specially prepared for Russian road realities. All-wheel drive is not available in any of the trim levels, and the ground clearance is modest - only 165 mm, which makes the Orlando an absolutely urban option. You need to pay extra for a spare tire, air conditioning or climate control, and the only heating options available are heated side mirrors, 1st row seats and rear window. The warranty is quite standard: two years without mileage limitation, or three years with a mileage limit of 100 thousand kilometers + 6-year warranty against through corrosion. But since 2013, Orlando has a high-torque two-liter turbodiesel, and it also boasts a very spacious trunk: when loaded to the window line, its volume is 852 liters, and up to the roof line - as much as 1,487 liters.

Comfort

A seven-seater Orlando saloon (or a five-seater with a yard luggage compartment) - with a “family” design, which is found in most Korean-assembled Chevrolets. On the front panel there is a combination of dark, light and shiny plastic, and on the center console there is glossy black plastic “piano lacquer”. The simple instrument panel has a signature turquoise backlight. Round air duct deflectors, a 3-spoke steering wheel, large keys and “knobs” for the climate control system are all different elements of many Chevrolets famous in Russia. It’s immediately clear that the family Orlando borrowed more than just the “trolley” from the Cruze... When done with light leather trim, the interior looks as advantageous and friendly as possible - however, it’s worth keeping in mind that after a certain time its “lightness” will fade and the interior will need to be reupholstered . You can’t blame Chevrolet for this, because this problem is typical for all light-colored interiors.

There are complaints about the seats. Firstly, the profile of the 1st row seats was obviously created with very thin drivers in mind, otherwise it would not push everyone who is larger a little forward in the shoulder blade area. Secondly, the front seats have insufficiently developed lateral support - during sharp turns it does not cope with its responsibilities as well as we would like. Thirdly, the folding armrest on the driver's seat is too short, which is why the right elbow constantly slides off. And most of all, Chevrolet made a mistake with the “registration” of the lever responsible for adjusting the tilt of the seat back. It is pushed back so far that it is almost impossible to feel it from behind. Despite all their ergonomic shortcomings, the front seats offer a wide range of adjustments, as does the steering column, which makes sitting in the driver’s seat more or less comfortable, unless, of course, we are talking about riders under 2 meters tall. Still, there is no more legroom for tall drivers than in the “donor” four-door Cruze.

In the safety rating of the authoritative European organization Euro NCAP, Orlando earned 5 stars out of 5 possible, scoring 80 points out of 100. Euro NCAP experts rated the protection of the driver and adult passenger at 95%, child passenger at 79%, pedestrians at 49%, and electronic assistants received 71%. In the side impact crash test and in the test with an 18-month-old child, the car managed to score maximum points, thus demonstrating true reliability. The standard equipment, which is not poor at all, helped to successfully pass the crash tests, which includes 6 airbags, a tire pressure indicator, anti-lock braking (ABS) and traction control (TCS) systems, as well as stabilization systems (ESC), emergency braking system (BAS) and emergency release pedal unit (PRS). The Orlando's list of additional options includes 360-degree parking sensors, blind spot monitoring, cruise control and a rearview camera.

A full-fledged media system will decorate the center console only for an additional fee. The optional multimedia complex consists of a seven-inch color touch screen, a CD/MP3 radio with 6 speakers, AUX/USB connectors and Bluetooth for connecting mobile devices, control buttons on the steering wheel, a rear view camera and navigation. The camera image is quite clear, and the sound, graphics and system performance are quite acceptable.

Chevrolet Orlando Specifications

The Orlando engine range, which initially included only petrol fours of 1.8 and 1.4 liters. (141 hp/176 Nm and 140 hp/200 Nm, respectively), in 2013 it was replenished with a high-torque two-liter turbodiesel, available in two power options - 130 and 163 hp. (315 Nm/360 Nm) Each of the engines meets the Euro-5 eco-standard and is combined with a “mechanics” or an automatic transmission. According to the manufacturer, gasoline modifications consume from 6.4 to 8 liters. fuel per 100 km, and diesel ones - almost a liter less.

In 2008, the Chevrolet Orlando minivan concept was presented at the Paris Motor Show, and in 2010, the production version of the car was presented there. Chevrolet Orlando is a five-door, seven-seater minivan based on the Chevrolet Cruze C-class sedan platform. Orlando's dimensions are 4470 mm in length, 1780 mm in width, 1650 mm in height and 2760 mm in wheelbase. It turns out that the minivan is only 12 cm longer than the Cruze, and the ground clearance of these cars is completely the same. The model is distinguished by such features as convenience, versatility, excellent design and safety. It is noteworthy that for Chevrolet this is the first minivan aimed at Europe, and not at the North American market.

The car has an interesting and memorable design. At the same time, it is clearly recognizable as a representative of the Chevrolet family thanks to the split radiator grille with the corporate logo in the center. The front of the car is brutal in American style. The first thing that catches your eye is the high-mounted headlight optics and an impressively sized bumper with a clearly defined air intake. Protruding wheel arches (accommodating 16-18 inch wheels) and a high side window line create the impression of massiveness and security for passengers. The designers brought the rear part of the body as close as possible to the shape of a cube. In general, no frills: a vertical rear door, strict lights. A unique feature of the Orlando is the rear fog lamp, mounted in the center of the bumper. In a word, the exterior turned out to be quite original and energetic.

The seven-seater cabin can offer unlimited possibilities, which are sometimes so necessary when transporting passengers and cargo, the best part is that there are 30 combinations of how the seats can be installed. Three rows of seats are arranged according to the principle of seating in a theater hall, i.e., each next row is raised. In addition, the second-row outboard seats can not only fold, but also recline forward, creating a convenient passage to the third-row seats. Seats for passengers are surrounded by a large number of convenient niches and containers for storing all kinds of small items. Orlando has a variety of storage compartments of different sizes, shapes and locations. These include: two large cup holders in the center console, a coin holder, and bottle pockets in the doors. The unusual “secret” compartment, which is hidden behind the audio system panel, is the most interesting design solution. To open it, just lift the audio system panel. This compartment is large enough to fit a wallet or sunglasses. Inside this compartment there may be a standard connector or a USB port. It depends on the configuration.

A panoramic roof is available as an option for additional interior lighting. If necessary, the interior space can be transformed into a large luggage compartment with a flat floor. The volume of usable space with the second and third row seats folded reaches 1,487 liters (852 liters to the window line).

The well-organized instrument console is reminiscent of the elongated dual cockpit, complemented by pleasant blue lighting and useful features such as MP3 and iPod ports. The instruments are located in recesses and, due to the visors, create a strict and “sporty” impression, and the design of the gear lever mounted on the control panel is successfully combined with the appearance of the central and floor consoles. Orlando received a multifunction steering wheel with V-shaped spokes and control buttons for the audio and entertainment systems.

Under the hood of the Orlando there can be one of three engines. Petrol version with a volume of 1.8 liters, power 141 hp. A car equipped with this engine can reach speeds of up to 185 km/h. There are two diesel options: a 2-liter with 131 hp. and 2-liter with 163 hp. There are two gearboxes for the engines - a five-speed manual and a six-speed automatic, with manual shifting.

The Orlando is equipped with a MacPherson strut front suspension and a rear semi-independent suspension with a combined transverse beam. Thanks to the use of hydraulic supports in the front suspension, a high level of control over the behavior of the car is ensured and passengers are isolated from vibrations on any road.

Buyers have a choice of three trim levels (Base, LS and LT). The basic version of the Chevrolet Orlando will have a manual transmission, four airbags, a CD\MP3 audio system, heated seats (front only) and power accessories for the side mirrors.

Safety features at the highest level. Six airbags (2 front, 2 side and 2 window curtains) provide reliable protection for passengers. High-strength steel, which is used in the manufacture of most of the load-bearing structure of the body, forms a kind of “protective ring” around passengers, which minimizes deformation of the cabin in the event of side, frontal or rear impacts. The Orlando is also equipped with a system that allows the door locks to be automatically unlocked in the event of an accident.