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Monday, September 23, 2013

2013 CHEVROLET TRAX RECEIVES VINCENTRIC AWARD

2013 Chevrolet Trax
By General Motors of Canada, Oshawa - The 2013 Chevrolet Trax has been recognized by Vincentric as a Consumer Best Value in Canada 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 $1,500 destination charges.

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.


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