General Motors presentó hoy en el Salón de Bangkok (Tailandia) el restyling de sus dos modelos globales para el segmento de los utilitarios medianos: la pick-up S10 y la SUV Trailblazer.
En Asia y otros mercados, la S10 se conoce con el nombre Colorado (no hay que confundir con la Colorado norteamericana, que es bastante distinta, ver fotos). Los adelantos exhibido en Bangkok todavía no son los modelos de producción definitiva, aunque están cerca.
La develación de la pick-up corrió por cuenta de un concept llamado XTreme: tiene llantas de 18 pulgadas, con neumáticos de taco para barro y un catálogo completo de accesorios para salir de safari ahora mismo.
La Trailblazer tampoco es el modelo de producción. Es un concept llamado Trailblazer Premier. Cuenta con llantas de 22 pulgadas y un cuidado interior con tapicería en cuero de dos tonos.
A pesar de tratarse de showcars, se trata del mayor acercamiento a lo que serán las S10 y Trailblazer 2017. Las trompas se rediseñaron por completo, con cambios en capot, parrilla, ópticas y paragolpes. La nueva distribución de estos elementos hace que los dos modelos parezcan más anchos y menos altos. Es una ilusión óptica, porque las dimensiones externas no deberían variar mucho.
En el interior, despareció la rueda central y luminosa que accionaba el climatizador. Fue reemplazada por comandos más convencionales. La consola central se completa con una pantalla multimedia de 8 pulgadas (con el sistema MyLink) y un nuevo tablero de instrumentos, con una computadora de abordo con más información. El volante no cambió.
Al tratarse de dos concepts, GM tampoco brindó datos sobre las mecánicas.
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Comunicado de prensa de Chevrolet Tailandia Chevrolet show vehicles hint at exciting new direction for pickup truck and suv market
BANGKOK, THAILAND – Today at the 37th Bangkok International Motor Show, Chevrolet took the covers off two exciting new show vehicles – the Colorado Xtreme and Trailblazer Premier. The vehicles, which explore two very different directions for the popular pickup truck and SUV segments, give customers a strong hint at Chevrolet’s future design direction.
Unveiled by Marcos Purty, managing director of GM Thailand and Chevrolet Sales Thailand, the show vehicles were created to gauge interest and receive valuable feedback from customers.
“The Bangkok International Motor Show is one of the most important shows in the region and one of the most critical markets for these vehicles, so it provides us with the perfect platform to test new ideas,” Purty said. “These show vehicles were created with the intent of injecting excitement and passion into their critical segments while reinforcing Chevrolet’s commitment to the Thai market.”
Demonstrating the platform’s significant potential and versatility, the two multifaceted vehicles are very different, with two very distinct personalities offering customers unlimited possibilities.
GM International Vice President of Sales, Marketing and Aftersales Mike Devereux said the show vehicles are proof that Chevrolet is constantly exploring how it responds to the maturing market.
“We want to continue to lead the charge in these segments in what is one of the most important markets in the region. We think these two vehicles are clear demonstrations of that,” he said.
“The Colorado Xtreme is the ultimate tough American pickup truck that Chevrolet is famous for all over the world. An integrated accessory range enables our customers to customize their pickup truck for the most challenging environment. It is an off-road vehicle that not only looks tough but can absolutely tackle any challenge thrown its way.
“While the Trailblazer Premier remains just as capable for the adventurous family, it explores a different side of its persona. It responds directly to the growing desire for a more luxurious and sophisticated SUV, one that boasts premium appointments inside and out.”
Chevrolet has a long history of designing tough, durable and serious off-road vehicles, which embody the best of American automotive ingenuity.
GM International Vice President of Design Michael Simcoe explained that show vehicles are created for numerous reasons. Some look years into the future, some are pure expressions of creativity and others, like the two Chevrolet show cars, push the boundaries within reality.
“We’re calling on Chevrolet’s rich history and know-how to demonstrate our leadership in these segments and announcing where we hope to take these exciting vehicles in the near future,” Simcoe said. “Our design focus was about pushing these vehicles in two completely different directions, ensuring they are standalone vehicles in their own right.”
He added, “It is great to have the opportunity to showcase design possibilities today that could be developed and seen in the cars and trucks of tomorrow.”