Base
Retail Price Range: ,635 - ,935
New for 1999: Chevrolet's
mini sport ute is completely redesigned for the 1999 model year.
Tracker features an all-new
interior and exterior, a new four-wheel-drive system, and a new
engine with more power.
History: When the Geo
brand was discontinued Tracker moved under the Chevrolet nameplate
for the 1998 model year, allowing the automaker to move into the growing
mini sport-utility market. It's not so hard to believe that almost
half of Tracker owners are under age 35. Chevrolet calls Tracker
"the sport utility for young-minded, adventurous, expressive buyers."
Those who plan to attack the Rubicon Trail will be pleased to know that
Tracker has a full ladder-type steel frame and nearly eight inches
of ground clearance. Sun worshippers will appreciate the folding
top on convertible trims, which is specifically designed to be easy to
raise and lower. Trackers are built in Canada by CAMI, Inc., a joint venture
of General Motors and Suzuki, which also sells this vehicle as the
Suzuki Vitara.
Trim Details: The 1999
Chevrolet Tracker is available in four trims: a 2-door convertible in
2WD or 4WD; a 4-door hardtop
in 2WD or 4WD. Safety equipment includes dual airbags,
daytime running lights, child
safety locks (4-door only) and an available 4-wheel anti-lock
brake system (ABS). Powering
the 2-door Trackers is a 1.6-liter 97-horsepower engine, while
the 4-door trims get a new
2.0-liter DOHC engine that produces 127 horsepower. Standard
equipment includes an AM/FM
stereo, rear-seat heater ducts, a fuel tank skidplate, power
steering and Scotchgard protection.
Four-wheel-drive Trackers feature a shift-on-the-fly 4WD
system and automatic locking
hubs. Air conditioning, a tilt steering wheel, and upgraded
stereo systems are available
on all Trackers. |