Chevrolet Cebu welcomes bet in subcompact sedan category

Units of the Sail are presented during the launching at Parkmall. (CDN PHOTO/CHRISTIAN MANINGO).

CHEVROLET Cebu introduced its contender in the subcompact sedan segment — the new Chevrolet Sail — last Sept. 2 at the East Entrance of Parkmall in Mandaue City.

The Sail, first previewed at the 12th edition of the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) last April, marks Chevrolet Philippines’ entry in the local car-B segment.

It will compete against noted subcompact sedans such as the Toyota Vios, Honda City, Kia Rio, Hyundai Accent and Mazda 2.

Up front, the new Chevrolet Sail is distinctively a Chevy with the brand’s signature dual-port grille design and the Chevrolet golden rod bowtie, which symbolizes the brand’s 105 years of delivering quality products and services in more than 115 countries. It also sports sweptback headlights, a sculpted hood, and fog lamps. Turning at the side, the subcompact sedan is integrated with sharp character lines that add to its overall bold design.

The top-of-the line variant, 1.5L AT LTZ, sits on a set of 16-inch gunmetal alloy wheels that projects an aggressive attitude. The rear, on the other hand, is equipped with distinctive taillights, which add a touch of sportiness to the Chevrolet Sail.

The Sail is available in three variants: 1.5L AT LTZ; 1.5L AT LT; and 1.3L MT LT. The 1.5L AT LTZ and the 1.5L AT LT variants are equipped with 1.5L DOHC D-VVT engine that delivers 109 PS at 6,000 rpm and 141 Nm of torque at 4,000 rpm. Both variants are mated to a 4-speed automatic transmission with active select. The 1.3L MT LT is powered by 1.3L DOHC VVT engine that puts out 100 PS at 6,000 rpm and 127 Nm at 4,000 rpm and is connected to a 5-speed manual transmission.

The Sail’s engine is integrated with a timing chain, which is more durable, stronger and could last longer as compared to a conventional timing belt.