2011 Orlando and GMC Granite

MikesZ · 12-21-2009, 12:18 PM

The 2011 Chevy Orlando MPV is looking good, and according to autoblog.com today, a GMC version called "the GMC Granite" will preview at the upcoming Detroit Auto Show next month. I look forward to seeing that version.

On a side note, the article also indicates that a "hi-po" version of the Buick Regal will also preview at the show.

Link to the article: http://www.autoblog.com/2009/12/19/r...and-hi-po-bui/

Pictures of the 2011 Chevy Orlando below:

SleepWarz · 12-21-2009, 05:51 PM

how dare they recycle the camaros GFX tip.... things.

=p

FenwickHockey65 · 12-21-2009, 06:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SleepWarz

how dare they recycle the camaros GFX tip.... things.

=p

Not even close.

*The_Blur* · 12-21-2009, 06:36 PM

It's too passive. It needs a more square shape that competes directly with the likes of the Scion xB, the Kia Soul, and the Nissan Cube. The interior is nothing new except for the gauges, so that disappoints me after seeing the new Malibu. The front end and rear end both look very nice. I like the seats. The shifter looks incredibly uncomfortable to use being that it is positioned like the Dodge Caliber. There is room for improvement before release, but I doubt that GM will do so. I hope this product sells.

FenwickHockey65 · 12-21-2009, 06:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The_Blur

It's too passive. It needs a more square shape that competes directly with the likes of the Scion xB, the Kia Soul, and the Nissan Cube. The interior is nothing new except for the gauges, so that disappoints me after seeing the new Malibu. The front end and rear end both look very nice. I like the seats. The shifter looks incredibly uncomfortable to use being that it is positioned like the Dodge Caliber. There is room for improvement before release, but I doubt that GM will do so. I hope this product sells.

Nothing new?

TaylorRyanSS · 12-21-2009, 10:04 PM

I think it looks sweet

Morepwr · 12-21-2009, 10:10 PM

yuck! Looks like a modern version of the pontiac aztec.

TheCaptain · 12-22-2009, 07:00 PM

Just a bit late to compete with the Fuxd. Uh, i mean Flex. lol

AZCamaroFan · 12-22-2009, 10:23 PM

i really can't understand why they'd make a GMC version.

Black5thgen · 12-22-2009, 11:30 PM

I hope they offer a panel

MikesZ · 12-23-2009, 12:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by azfan

i really can't understand why they'd make a GMC version.

GMC owners are very brand loyal, for one thing. Also, as is seen in the differences between the 2010 Equinox and the 2010 Terrain, GM is widening the differences between the two brands even on vehicles that share the same "bones". The GMC version will have more included-features and likely be more rugged (squared, truckish) looking. I look forward to seeing the GMC Granite.

MikesZ · 01-07-2010, 01:13 PM

Looks like the GM Design Lab has some teasers about about the GMC Granite "Urban Utility Vehicle" Concept:

http://thelab.gmblogs.com/gmc-urban-utility-concept/

Stew · 01-07-2010, 02:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The_Blur

It's too passive. It needs a more square shape that competes directly with the likes of the Scion xB, the Kia Soul, and the Nissan Cube. The interior is nothing new except for the gauges, so that disappoints me after seeing the new Malibu. The front end and rear end both look very nice. I like the seats. The shifter looks incredibly uncomfortable to use being that it is positioned like the Dodge Caliber. There is room for improvement before release, but I doubt that GM will do so. I hope this product sells.

Actatually, my Patriot has that shifter location and is a 5 speed and I love it, puts the shifter in very easy reach and still allows a full centerconsole.

5thGenCamaroChick · 01-07-2010, 02:02 PM

The interior and front end look good but the rear is

imo. Sorry.

12-21-2009, 12:18 PM	#1
MikesZ Group Provocateur Drives: Long Distances Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Arizona Posts: 1,021	2011 Orlando and GMC Granite The 2011 Chevy Orlando MPV is looking good, and according to autoblog.com today, a GMC version called "the GMC Granite" will preview at the upcoming Detroit Auto Show next month. I look forward to seeing that version. On a side note, the article also indicates that a "hi-po" version of the Buick Regal will also preview at the show. Link to the article: http://www.autoblog.com/2009/12/19/r...and-hi-po-bui/ Pictures of the 2011 Chevy Orlando below: Attached Images __________________

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12-21-2009, 05:51 PM	#2
SleepWarz Banned Drives: 1991 New Yorker, 69 Tbird, ABM2SSRS Join Date: May 2009 Location: BC Canada Posts: 2,248 View My Garage	how dare they recycle the camaros GFX tip.... things. =p

12-22-2009, 10:23 PM	#9
AZCamaroFan Camaro6 2016-2018 Drives: sometimes Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Phoenix Posts: 18,468	i really can't understand why they'd make a GMC version.

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Black5thgen Account Suspended Drives: 2007 C6 Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: chicago Posts: 2,251 View My Garage	I hope they offer a panel

01-07-2010, 01:13 PM	#12
MikesZ Group Provocateur Drives: Long Distances Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Arizona Posts: 1,021	Looks like the GM Design Lab has some teasers about about the GMC Granite "Urban Utility Vehicle" Concept: http://thelab.gmblogs.com/gmc-urban-utility-concept/ Attached Images __________________

01-07-2010, 02:02 PM	#14
5thGenCamaroChick Hey y'all :) Drives: Rosalee Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Southeast TN Posts: 437	The interior and front end look good but the rear is imo. Sorry. __________________ "Are you picking up what I'm laying down? Can you dig what I'm growing?"