After its global debut last month, the new Chevrolet Onix Sedan has officially gone on sale in China. The first model of the new family of vehicles based on the GM GEM platform developed specifically for emerging markets, the second-generation Chevrolet Onix commences its launch in the Chinese market in two range-topping models that include the Redline appearance package.
GM is betting that the new Chevrolet Onix Redline will become a customer favorite in its segment thanks to a fresh exterior design, a roomy interior, a new turbo-charged engine and high levels of connectivity.
“Chevrolet is bringing to China world-class vehicles that leverage GM’s global resources and target our customers’ specific needs,” said Scott Lawson, general director of Chevrolet for SAIC-GM. “The youthful Onix will help Chevrolet keep up its momentum of offering outstanding products that our customers want and deserve.”
Aesthetically, the Chevrolet Onix Redline features a dynamic and youthful appearance. The new subcompact (B-segment) sedan adopts Chevy’s newest “lean muscle” design philosophy already seen in the new Orlando and Monza. The design direction is characterized by body lines that bring out and “tone” the vehicle’s overall dimensions, along with various elements within the body.
At first, the new Chevrolet Onix Sedan will only be available in the Redline appearance package. It is the sixth Chevy model that introduces the package in China after the Equinox, Cruze, Orlando, Malibu XL and Monza.
Inspired by Chevrolet’s long-running racing heritage and sports car DNA, Redline models incorporate red and black design accents on the exterior to attract more young(er) buyers.
Meanwhile, the interior of the all-new Chevrolet Onix shows its own interpretation of the brand’s signature dual cockpit design. The dashboard is composed of various elegant lines in the form of layers. Two colors are used to make a clear contrast between each part of the dash.
Other highlights include a an all-new steering wheel and the 8-inch central “floating” screen with Chevy’s brand’s latest MyLink entertainment system compatible with Apple CarPlay and Baidu CarLife, as well as GM’s OnStar telematics system.
The new “all-in-one” seats are inspired by the seats found in high-performance cars, which allow the second row to have segment-leading room.
In addition, the new generation Chevrolet Onix has 22 different storage spaces distributed throughout the cabin. The trunk has a capacity of 469 liters (16.6 cubic feet), making transporting generous amounts of luggage (or whatever else you think of transporting) a breeze.
Mechanically, the new Chevrolet Onix comes standard with the latest-generation of GM’s small-displacement engines. The two range-topping models feature a new turbo-charged 1.0L three-cylinder engine paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission rated at 123 horsepower and 180 Nm of torque. Later on, another three-cylinder engine – this time of the naturally-aspirated variety – will be added for more basic versions of the vehicle.
GM started production of the Chevrolet Onix Redline for the Chinese market at the SAIC-GM Dong Yue plant, located in the city of Yantai. In the coming months, additional variants of Onix will be launched in the Chinese market. The subcompact sedan will launch in Latin America later this year. It will be produced at the GM Gravataà plant in Brazil. GM do Brazil is the GM development house responsible for creating the second-gen Onix.
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I don’ t know what it is about this specific car. I really like it. Although similar in overall style to the Cruze, I think this looks better IMO. The interior looks good too. I kind of wish GM would bring this car to the states as a replacement for the Sonic now that the Cruze is dead. Keep the price down and allow people the option of a lower priced car that isn’t a pint-sized like the Spark (but I do like the Spark).
In the USA, this car priced between $15,000 and $19,900 would sell quite well.
I agree, a somewhat attractive design. But…What’s up with the black plastic back window??? Is That the new GM world wide signature design feature? The Buick Regal, Holden, Opel, whatever has the cheap plastic filler plug in place of a window, now the new Cadillac CT5 has a plastic fake window and it has even spread to China. GM has truly become the Walmart of Cheap car design. We can only hope there is not some form of fake window in the new CT8 Corvette!
Hmm. Guess I didn’t even notice that black piece. Unlike on the Cadillac CT5 with the strange design, this one didn’t stand out to me. Not my favorite, but nothing that would stop me from buying either.
Thought I was the only one who finds this little car strangely attractive. It has a conservative classic styling that is well balanced. The grille work isnt pretty granted, but it aint that bad.
By doing some research the new Onix goes for RMB96,900 which converts to $14,000, the little buzz saw of a 3cyl 1.0L turbo motor does 123hp @133ft-lb of torque which is quite decent in emerging markets. I hope this car does well and gain popularity in its various markets, which means it has to be durable and reliable to absorb punishment.
I wonder if a hatchback version is coming?
An attractive car, inside and out. Much more appealing than Cruze or Sonic. I’m guessing it wouldn’t meet US safety requirements.
GEM is based on Gamma so I’d think it would be easy to Federalize come the next great recession or oil price spike. GEM must handle well and be quiet if used on Buick.
This is one of the nicest Chevy car designs in a very long time. Better than Cruze in terms of appearance.
Nothing special – the same generic GM design. Zero emotion, zero inovation. Look like Chevy Cruze. I would like to see more sofisticated, individual and original design. Future of small cars is hatchback or mini vagon/SUV/MPV. Sedan is less practical.
Dam Generous Motors sure takes good care off the the Chinese, they should move their world head quarters over there since they do not give a dam about us! that car should be sold in North America also!
Looks like an Aborted Chevy Cavalier or was that an Aborted Cadillac Cimmaron who had an affair with the head of Toyota
@Kevin Schubert:
And you would say what is a nice looking car? Your expectation are? Or is your comment just sarcasm?
Yes Steve, we’ve all seen trucks and SUVs sit on dealer lots during economic downturns or prolonged periods of higher fuel prices. GM needs to retain a compact sedan. Honda has Civic. Toyota has Corolla. And like those two companies GM needs to: A) pick a name and stick to it, B) devote the resources to develop a solid vehicle, and C) stay with it – focus on incremental improvement from one generation to the next.
I think this would be a great replacement for the Sonic/Cruze in the states. Priced right, I think this would sell like hotcakes. Especially when gas prices skyrocket and people suddenly want efficient sedans again.
I’m not sure it would sell like hotcakes, even priced right. But GM does need to retain a compact sedan in the Chevy brand.
What the heck are you all smoking? It’s got the personality of a third-world taxi. The Cruze, R.I.P., looks beautiful next to this. It’s okay as a cheap car, but only that.
I never cared for the look of the Chevy Cruze – the front end is overdone and the arch of the roof kills the design. Onix could give new life to Lordstown. Just saying…
Agreed! And this car has a lot of personality with its last generation classic BMW roof line dressed with crisp “lean muscle” sheet metal.
It was short sighted of GM to kill Cruze. Honda and Toyota can still make money in the segment. Barra and Co are giving up too much turf by canceling Cruze when all it needed was a redesign and lower labor cost via Mexico.
I miss GM Opel European R&D so much. Now We only have this soft Chinese design modifications. The same design style from Chevy to Cadillac. Zero model individuality. Just the same style from trucks, sedans to SUV (Camaro style). When you lost invention use chrome (new GMC style with ugly grill like big chrome radiator) and soft curves. The same knobs, entertaiment systems, steering wheel from Chevy to Caddy. Cadillac needs autonomy so much. US Buick needs go out and maybe it is time to return of Pontiac. GMC could be change only to luxury version of Chevy.
I’ve downloaded several images of Onix from the GMA site. The more I look at this small sedan, the more I like it. Especially after looking at it’s potential competitors, Civic and Corolla, on cars.com. I do really wish GM would bring this car to NA!!!