Analysis of the Chevrolet Tracker: the new exponent of the national advance

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For the first time since its arrival in 2011, the chevrolet tracker surf the crest of the wave. The compact SUV has not only become the leader in its class so far in 2023, it is also the brand’s best-selling vehicle; two factors that have a single explanation: the “Argentina shirt”.

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As if it were a tail of The Staircase Its rise to the top began gradually starting in July 2022, when it stopped coming from Brazil and started being produced at the General Alvear plant in Santa Fe, after an investment of 300 million dollars (along with another 200 million provided by its network of suppliers). And even if it didn’t end up establishing itself as the football club it has already shown symptoms of good wishes for 2023in which it plans to export 80% of its production to the region.

And in a country that needs foreign currency and that has been limiting imports for a couple of years, the strategy could not fail, especially since the vast majority of its competitors made in Brazil.

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Chevrolet Tracker offers a range of four versions, available upon request.

As never since the 1990s, domestic vehicles dominate the scene, to the point that seven of the ten best-selling models in 2022 were produced in the country. Within that list was the Cruze, the other model that Chevrolet produces in Argentina but which currently its role has been eclipsed by Tracker.

The one who laughs last…

Chevrolet Tracker is one of the historical models within the compact SUV. In 2013 he arrived in the country imported from Mexico with the aim of generating new patents for General Motors and removing the stake from Ford Ecosport, the undisputed leader of the segment. He reached it halfway because he couldn’t unseat him, but he asserted himself like animator one of the most attractive and fastest growing categories.

Retracing its history, it must be said that in more than a decade its sales margins have fluctuated; sometimes with a place on the best seller podium, others more relegated to the last positions within the segment. For example, taking the last five years as a reference, in 2022 he finished fifth; in 2021, third; in 2020, eighth; in 2019, fifth; and 2018, sixth.

The level of quality and completion is correct.  The level of equipment is very good.

The level of quality and completion is correct. The level of equipment is very good.

The Tracker’s present is another. With 3,411 patented units in the first quarter, it ranks as the eighth best-selling model in the country and the leader among SUVsclosely followed by two larger models: Toyota Corolla Cross (3,204) and Volkswagen Taos, also produced in the country (2,927).

As far as compact SUVs go, the closest pursuer is the Jeep Renegade, which with 1,852 units sold is several lengths away. In third place is the historical and already discontinued Ford Ecosport (1.146) and further back the nissan kicks (1.040) and the Citroën C4Cactus (689), which curiously was the best-selling SUV in 2022, with 7,757 patents.

The Tracker range consists of four versions and possibly this year add the RS variant, which is characterized by having a certain sporty look. According to the suggested listing, prices start at $6,381,900 and go up to $8,832,900, though then the story is different at retailers.

Rear seat ideal for two people.

Rear seat ideal for two people.

From the company they indicated that the availability is guaranteed – Quite a bit of information for those looking for 0 km immediately – even if they have not provided information on the most popular versions.

Positioned at at the forefront of its segmentthe Tracker has modern mechanics, an offer of connectivity that no other model in the category offers and a great safety equipment with six airbags (present on the whole range) and driving assistance systems, such as the independent parking brake, the emergency and blind spot warning.

The Tracker comes with OnStar, a personalized emergency, safety, navigation, diagnostics and connectivity service found in nearly every model of the brand.

It has a blind spot warning (photo) and an autonomous emergency brake.

It has a blind spot warning (photo) and an autonomous emergency brake.

In the cockpit, the level of finishes and fittings is satisfactory, even if some noises are perceived during filming. One observation is that the plastics covering the front panel, ports and console are hard and could be improved by combining them with other injected ones.

Life on board for four people is good in terms of space and comfort. The driving position is easily reached thanks to the height and depth adjustments of the seat and the steering wheel, while the rearward position for the passengers is correct.

Mechanically, it has a 132 horsepower 1.2 turbocharged three-cylinder that offers a very satisfying response, especially in the city, where it moves masterfully. The 6-speed automatic gearbox (3 of the 4 versions in the range have this transmission) works very well but without dazzling.

The luggage compartment capacity is 393 dm3.

The luggage compartment capacity is 393 dm3.

Despite being a small engine, on the road it pushes much more than you can imagine. Overtaking is neat if you press the accelerator pedal sharply.

As in other 3-cylinder engines, vibrations are perceived a little more than in larger engines, while the work of the suspensions is very good to offer remarkable ride comfort.

Versions and prices

– MT Tracker: $6,381,900

-AT Tracker: $6,503,900

-ZTL tracker: $6,594,900

-Tracker Premier: $$8,832,900 (version tested)

Data sheet

Length: 4,270mm

Width: 1,791mm

Height: 1,626mm

Wheelbase: 2,570mm

Weight: 1,271 kilograms.

Trunk: 393 dm3

Fuel tank: 44 litres

Engine: petrol, three cylinders, 1.2L turbo

Power: 132 HP (at 5,500 rpm)

Torque: 190Nm (at 2,000rpm)

Front-wheel drive

Gearbox: automatic, 6-speed

Maximum speed: 188km/h

Acceleration 0-100km/h: 10.5 seconds

Average consumption: 8.5 L/100 km/h

equipment

-6 airbags (front and side front and two curtain)

– Autonomous emergency brake

– Blind spot warning

– Rear view camera

-Stability and traction control

– Forward collision warning

– Height adjustable headlights

– Tire pressure gauge

-MyLink multimedia system with 8-inch screen

-Bluetooth

– Wireless Android Auto and Apple Car Play

-OnStar system

– Wireless phone charger

– Height and depth adjustable steering wheel

-Key with proximity sensor

-Engine start button

– Panoramic electric roof

Source: Clarin

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