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8 WHEELS August 25 2011 Orlando has 16 seating combos Continued from pg. 1 front-wheel drive. All-wheel drive is not available and there is only one engine choice, the same engine as in the Equinox. A 174 hp direct-injected 2.4litre Ecotec inline four-cylinder engine powers the Orlando and it is combined with either a sixspeed manual or six-speed automatic transmission. GM says the Orlando has the best fuel economy of any sevenpassenger non-hybrid vehicle on the market. With a manual transmission, Natural Resources Canada fuel numbers are 10.1L/100 km (28 mpg) city and 6.7L/100 km (42 mpg) highway. With the automatic transmission, fuel economy ratings are 10.6L/100 km (27 mpg) and 6.9L/100 km (41 mpg) highway. On the outside, the Orlando doesn't set any styling trends, but after all, it is difficult to do much when you want to toss in three rows of seats and get the maximum amount of space on a compact platform. The front end has a muscular look to it with its `wheels out, body in' stance and it has a fairly low roofline with, what GM calls a `crossover-styled silhouette.' Inside is where the Orlando shines with three-row, theatrestyled tiered seating and floor heating ducts to both the second and third rows. In all, there are 16 different seating combinations. The 60/40 split second-row seats tumble down easily into the floor for access to the third row with the touch of a latch on the top of the seats. The third-row seats are split 50/50 and fold flat into the floor as the headrest automatically tucks itself in when the seat is folded down. Although this is one of the most spacious third rows in the segment, it is really meant for children or very short trips with adults aboard in the aft section. I managed to get my six-foot frame in one of the back seats, but I wouldn't want to spend much time there. But most times, the third row will be folded down because there is little luggage space behind it with the seats upright. With the seats folded, the load floor is low and flat, making it easy to throw in grocery bags and the like. There is 1,594 litres of cargo space behind the front seats with the second and third rows folded down. The interior is plain, but not uninviting with the use of some bright accent trim to spark things up a bit. It took me a while to get a comfy position in the driver's seat, but once settled in, I found the ride and seating to be more than adequate, while the steering was light enough for easy maneuvering in tight parking spaces. During our test drive from Toronto to cottage country north into Haliburton and Muskoka and back, the Orlando proved to be very quiet for the most part. On hard acceleration, the noise level ramps up, but otherwise the cabin is a quiet place to be thanks to underbody torsional stiffness and extensive use of sound baffles in the A, C and D pillars. On the safety front, families want to feel secure in their vehicles and the Orlando doesn't disappoint. Standard features include four-wheel disc brakes with ABS, panic brake assist and cornering brake control. Also included are stability control, traction control, six airbags and standard OnStar. For added peace of mind, the Orlando gets the Euro NCAP 5 Star safety rating as one of the top-scoring vehicles in Europe in 2011. Called a multi-purpose vehicle (MPV), the seven-passenger 2012 Chevrolet Orlando provides interior flexibility and generous load space for a compact vehicle. It features three row, tiered theatre-style seating. Families will love the convenience features in the cabin including two large cup holders built into the centre console, map and bottle holders in the front and rear doors, and individual compartments in the cargo area. A useful hidden storage compartment is also located behind the front fascia plate of the audio system. This area also holds the standard auxiliary jack or optional USB port for connecting your iPod or MP3 player. Prices range from $19,995 for the base LS model to $29,735 for the top-line LTZ model. The LS comes standard with the sixspeed manual. The automatic adds $1,450 to the price tag. However, 85 per cent of sales are expected from the mid-level 1LT and 2LT models, priced at $22,955 and $24,895. Pricing will be key in this growing segment as many customers shop largely on vehicle cost and economy of operation. The Orlando would appear to be well placed in these categories and with the functionality and versatility it offers, GM Canada should be very pleased they decided to plunge in the MPV pool, even though their U.S. counterparts took a pass. SUMMER EVENT THEY GET NEW SCHOOL SUPPLIES, YOU GET THIS 2011 2.5i Convenience All-Wheel Drive Starting from $32,053* DOWN $ LEASE PAYMENT FOR 48 MONTHS* 389 1,388 3.9% 5.91 % $ LEASE RATE OR $1,500 Cash Rebate For informational purposes LEASE APR 2.5i Sport Package shown Drive over 1,000 km per tank Best Midsize Utility Vehicle* Best Midsize CarX Lim imit C ite CA ed AS d ti SH RE tim me o off EB ffe BA $ HR er A T r e TE E L Lim imit ite ed d ti tim me o off ffe er r e L 6,000 E 9 9 6,000 9 9 Best Midsize CarX 2.5GT model shown 2.5X Convenience Package shown 2011 $ 2.5i All-Wheel Drive Starting from $27,053* 2011 % All-Wheel Drive 2011 $ 2.5XAll-Wheel Drive Starting from $27,853* LEASE PAYMENT FOR 39 MONTHS* 298 2,995 1.9 4.62 $ DOWN % SUPERIOR JAPANESE ENGINEERING FROM LEASE RATE OR $1,500 Cash Rebate For informational purposes LEASE APR $ Includes freight and fees. Excludes HST and licensing. 42,853 * 339 $ LEASE PAYMENT FOR 48 MONTHS* 995 1.9% 3.98 % DOWN LEASE RATE OR $1,500 Cash Rebate For informational purposes LEASE APR OFFERS END AUGUST 31,2011 Thank you Canada for making Subaru the fastest growing Japanese AUTO manufacturer 3 years in a row.¥ All prices include freight and fees. Excludes HST and licensing. Ratings of "Good" are the highest rating awarded for 40-mph frontal offset, 31-mph side-impact and 20-mph rear-impact crash tests conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) (www.iihs.org). A "Good" rating obtained in all three crash tests plus a "Good" rating in new roof strength testing and the availability of Electronic Stability Control (ESC) (Vehicle Dynamics Control) achieves a 2011 Top Safety Pick. ¥Based on 2008 over 2007/2009 over 2008/2010 over 2009 sales in Canada for Japanese car manufacturers; individual brands/divisions not considered separately. Based on ALG's 2011 Residual Value Awards for Best Midsize, Best Midsize Utility and Best Mainstream Brand. It is possible to travel up to 1,094 km on one tank of fuel based on estimated fuel consumption figure rating posted by Natural Resources Canada of 6.4L/100 km (highway) for a 2011 Subaru Legacy equipped with continuously variable automatic transmission and a 70L fuel tank capacity. It is possible to travel up to 1,014 km on one tank of fuel based on estimated fuel consumption figure rating posted by Natural Resources Canada of 6.9L/100 km (highway) for a 2011 Subaru Outback equipped with continuously variable automatic transmission and a 70L fuel tank capacity. Actual fuel consumption will vary based on driving conditions, driver habits and vehicle load. $1,500/$1,500/$6,000/$1,500 cash rebate offer is for cash purchases only and is available on 2011 Forester (BJ1 X0)/Legacy (BA2 25)/Tribeca (BS2 XX)/Outback (BD2 CP). Cash rebate offer will be deducted from the negotiated price before taxes and cannot be combined with special finance or lease offers. *MSRP of $25,995/$25,195/$30,195 on 2011 Forester 2.5X (BJ1 X0)/Legacy 2.5i (BA2 25)/Outback 2.5i (BD2 CP). Representative lease example: 1.9%/1.9%/3.9% nominal lease rate for 48/39/48 months. 3.98%/4.62%/5.91% effective lease rate for 48/39/48 months. Monthly payment is $339/$298/$389 with $995/$2,995/$3,088 down payment. Option to purchase at end of lease is $12,069/$13,005/$13,024. $0 security deposit plus first month's payment and applicable taxes due at lease signing. MSRP of $40,995 on 2011 Tribeca (BS2 XX). Advertised pricing consists of MSRP plus charges for Freight/PDI ($1,525), Air Tax ($100), Tire Stewardship Levy ($29.20), OMVIC Fee ($5), Dealer Admin ($199). Freight/PDI charge includes a full tank of gas. Taxes, license, registration and insurance are extra. Models shown: 2011 Forester 2.5X Convenience Package (BJ2 CP). MSRP of $28,095. 2011 Legacy 2.5GT (BA1 GTN). MSRP of $38,595. 2011 Outback 2.5i Sport Package (BD1 SP). MSRP of $31,795. Dealers may sell or lease for less or may have to order or trade. Offers applicable on approved credit at participating dealers only. Lease based on a maximum of 24,000 km per year, with excess charged at $0.10/km. Leasing and financing programs available through Subaru Financial Services by TCCI. Other lease and finance rates and terms available; down payment or equivalent trade-in may be required. Vehicles shown solely for purposes of illustration, and may not be equipped exactly as shown. Offers available until August 31, 2011. Van Kirk Canam 10 410 Cres. 9 Canam Crescent (in the Brampton Auto Mall) 905-455-3883 Bovaird www.subaruofbrampton.ca Queen