The Chevrolet Spin is an affordable seven-seater compact multi-purpose vehicle with tested reliability. It features a fun, sporty, and well-built exterior detailed with smooth curves and contemporary lines. Inside, it offers a spacious cabin fitted with a generous number of driver and passenger amenities meant to provide a safe and comfortable riding experience. Whether you’re driving on concrete roads or cruising on challenging tracks in rural areas, expect a consistent performance from the Chevrolet Spin. In the Philippines, the Chevrolet Spin is offered in three variants: the Chevrolet Spin 1.3 MT LS, the Chevrolet Spin 1.5 AT LTZ, and the Chevrolet Spin 1.3 MT MT LTZ. It comes in Macaw Blue, Black Sapphire, Summit White, Switchblade Silver, Mond Gray, and Very Berry Gray.
Launch
The Chevrolet Spin was initially manufactured by General Motors Brasil in 2012. A year after, production began in Indonesia. In 2014, Chevrolet started marketing the multi-purpose vehicle globally. It was offered in three variants: a 1.2L engine with a five-speed manual transmission, a 1.3L turbo-diesel engine paired with a manual transmission, and a 1.5L engine mated with either a manual or six-speed transmission.
Locally, Chevrolet Philippines introduced the highly anticipated MPV in August 2013. As part of its grand launch, the Chevrolet Spin was displayed in selected malls.
Exterior
The Chevrolet Spin measures 4,260mm long, 1,735mm wide, and 1,664mm tall. It features a dynamic and curvy exterior detailed with sculpted lines on both sides. Highlights include a wide, black-colored front grille with chrome trimmings, a pair of high-intensity discharge headlights, fog lamps at the front bumper, sturdy roof rails, body-colored door handles, power-folding side mirrors, and tall LED taillights. To complement its well-built exterior, the Chevrolet Spin wears a set of sturdy 15-inch wheels.
Interior
The Chevrolet Spin offers a roomy cabin courtesy of its 2,620mm wheelbase. Seven fully grown adults will enjoy interior features such as the comfortable bucket and folding tumble seats covered in cloth. It also comes with an instrument cluster complete with driving necessities, multi-function leather steering wheel with audio buttons and cruise control, rear-window defogger, cupholders in every row, and 12V power outlets for charging mobile devices.
Carrying luggage is a breeze as it offers a 162L trunk that extends up to 1,608L when the second and third-row seats are folded.
Technology & Safety Features
The Chevrolet Spin is fitted with a radio, CD, and MP3 player with AUX and Bluetooth connectivity. It is paired with four speakers strategically placed inside the cabin.
In terms of safety, the Chevrolet Spin is equipped with a good number of airbags, an anti-lock braking system with electronic brakeforce distribution, three-point seatbelts, anti-theft protection alarm system, immobilizer, remote keyless entry, rear door child lock, and more.
Platform & Chassis
The Chevrolet Spin is built using the GM Gamma II platform. It is equipped with a MacPherson front suspension and torsion beam rear suspension. Its braking power is assisted by discs at the front and drums at the rear.
Engine & Drivetrain
The Chevrolet Spin is offered in a 74 horsepower 1.3L engine mated with a five-speed manual transmission and a 107 horsepower 1.5L engine paired with a six-speed automatic transmission.