2013 Chevrolet Trax Receives Vincentric Award

2013-09-23

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Oshawa, Ontario (Monday, September 23, 2013) – The 2013 Chevrolet Trax has been recognized by Vincentric as a Consumer Best Value in Canada^TM in the Compact Sport Utility Vehicle segment. The Vincentric award acknowledges Chevrolet’s commitment to delivering value and performance in a city-sized SUV.

“The 2013 Chevrolet Trax offers Canadians convenience and utility in a small SUV, making it the ideal partner to drive in urban centres and cities across Canada.” said Vincent Boillot, marketing manager, crossovers, General Motors of Canada. “This award recognizes the excellent fuel efficiency, flexibility and car-like handling delivered by this urban adventurer.”

With room for five passengers and generous cargo space, Trax exhibits its SUV toughness and capability in a small package through a muscular exterior design and a wide athletic stance. It comes equipped with Chevrolet’s proven 1.4L Ecotec turbocharged 4-cylinder engine, producing 138 horsepower and 148 lb.-ft. of torque. The 2013 Trax has 10 standard air bags, StabiliTrack stability enhancement and the security of OnStar, all for the starting price of just $18,495 plus $1,550 destination charge.

To determine the 2013 Vincentric Best Value in Canada awards, Vincentric analyzed over 1,800 vehicle configurations measuring cost-of-ownership using eight different cost factors: depreciation, fees taxes, financing, fuel, insurance, maintenance, opportunity cost, and repairs. Using a statistical model, the company identified the Vincentric Best Value in Canada™ winners by measuring which vehicles had lower than expected ownership costs given their market segment and price.

About Chevrolet in Canada

Founded in 1911 in Detroit, Chevrolet is now one of the world’s largest car brands, doing business in more than 140 countries and selling more than 4.5 million cars and trucks a year. Chevrolet provides customers with fuel-efficient vehicles that feature spirited performance, expressive design and high quality. More information on Chevrolet models can be found at www.chevrolet.ca, on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/chevroletcanada or by following @ChevroletCanada on Twitter.

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