Chevrolet Sail/S-RV Sail III 1.5 (113 Hp)
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Chevrolet Sail/S-RV:
The Chevrolet Sail is a subcompact car produced by SAIC-GM, a joint venture of General Motors in China. Launched in 2001, it was sold as the Buick Sail in China, both in sedan and wagon form based on Opel Corsa B. Following the reintroduction of the Chevrolet brand in China in 2005, the car received a facelift, and its name was changed to "Chevrolet Sail" and "Sail SRV".
In 2010, the Sail was completely redesigned, it was fully developed by SAIC-GM and offered sedan and hatchback variations. Exports began in Chile and Peru; they have also been assembled in Ecuador, and other developing countries in North Africa and the Middle East. Starting from 2013, it is manufactured by GM Colmotores in Bogotá, Colombia, for domestic and regional markets....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Sail III Overview:
Chevrolet Sail/S-RV (Sail III). With 141 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1103 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.3 s). The top speed reaches 180 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Performance Verdict
Offering a noticeable bump in power and a quicker 11.3-second 0-100 km/h sprint, the 1.5L engine provides a more confident driving experience, especially for mixed city and occasional highway use.
Fuel Economy
Despite the increased power, the 1.5L engine maintains excellent fuel efficiency at 5.4 l/100 km, representing a minimal compromise for the added performance.
Best Use Case:
Mixed Driving / Light Highway
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent fuel economy across the lineup
- • Highly affordable purchase price and running costs
- • Practical and spacious interior for its class
- • Robust and reliable for emerging market conditions
- • Easy to maneuver in urban environments
Cons:
- • Modest performance, especially the 1.3L engine
- • Basic interior materials and limited features
- • Lack of Euro NCAP rating raises questions on advanced safety
- • Can be noisy at higher speeds
- • Basic driving dynamics, not engaging
Specifications:
| General: |
| Brand: | Chevrolet |
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| Model: | Sail/S-RV |
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| Generation: | Sail III |
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| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 (113 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | 2014 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Sedan |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 4 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 113 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
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| Power per litre: | 76.1 Hp/l |
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| Torque: | 141 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | L2B |
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| Engine displacement: | 1485 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Valvetrain: | DVVT |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 3.5 l |
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| Coolant: | 6.5 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Compression ratio: | 10.2:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.4 l/100 km |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.3 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.3 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 180 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.8 kg/Hp, 102.4 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.8 kg/Nm, 127.8 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.7 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1103 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 366 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 39 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4300 mm mm |
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| Width: | 1735 mm mm |
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| Height: | 1503 mm mm |
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| Wheelbase: | 2500 mm mm |
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| Front track: | 1477 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1468 mm |
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| Front overhang: | 856 mm |
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| Rear overhang: | 944 mm |
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| Ride height (ground clearance): | 126 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.4 m |
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| Approach angle: | 14.0° |
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| Departure angle: | 18.0° |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Disc |
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| Rear brakes | Drum |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Electric Steering |
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| Tires size | 175/70 R14 |
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| Wheel rims size | 5.5J x 14 |
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| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
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| Rear suspension | Dependent spring suspension with transverse stabilizer |
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