Chevrolet Spin
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{{Infobox automobile
| name = Chevrolet Spin
| image = 2013 Chevrolet Spin 1.5 LTZ (20190616).jpg
| caption = 2013 Chevrolet Spin 1.5 LTZ (Indonesia)
| manufacturer = General Motors
| production = June 2012 – present (Brazil)
February 2013 – June 2015 (Indonesia)
| assembly = Brazil: São Caetano do Sul (GM do Brasil)
Indonesia: Bekasi, West Java (GM Indonesia)
| designer = Matt Noone (exterior)
Dagoberto Tribia (interior)
| class = Mini MPV
| body_style = 5-door wagon
| layout = Front-engine, front-wheel-drive
| platform = GM Gamma II platform
| related = Chevrolet Cobalt
| engine = {{ubl
| Petrol:
| 1.5 L L2B S-TEC III I4 (Southeast Asia)
| 1.8 L N18XFH I4 flex-fuel (South America)
| Diesel:
| 1.3 L Smartech/SDE TDCI I4
}}
| transmission = 5-speed GM F17 manual
6-speed GM 6T30 automatic
6-speed GM GF6 automatic (1.8)
| wheelbase = {{Convert|2620|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| length = {{Convert|4360|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| width = {{Convert|1735|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| height = {{Convert|1664|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| predecessor = {{ubl |Chevrolet Meriva|Chevrolet Zafira|Chevrolet Tavera (Indonesia)}}
}}
The Chevrolet Spin is a mini MPV produced by General Motors under the Chevrolet marque. Developed by GM do Brasil, the vehicle replaced the Meriva and Zafira in South America with an option of two-row and three-row seating. It is produced in Brazil since 2012 and has been exported throughout the South American region. Between 2013 and 2015, GM Indonesia assembled the vehicle for the Southeast Asian market at its Bekasi plant.
Overview
File:Chevrolet Spin 1.8 LTZ 2018 (25755637497).jpg
The Spin was mainly designed and engineered in Brazil by GM Brasil Centro Tecnológico São Caetano do Sul.{{Cite web|last=Caruso|first=Ricardo|date=2012-05-28|title=EIS O NOVO CHEVROLET NACIONAL: SPIN – AUTO&TÉCNICA|trans-title=Here is the new national Chevrolet: Spin|url=http://autoetecnica.band.uol.com.br/eis-o-novo-chevrolet-nacional-spin/|url-status=live|access-date=2021-10-05|website=Auto & Tecnica|language=pt-BR|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180424092915/http://autoetecnica.band.uol.com.br:80/eis-o-novo-chevrolet-nacional-spin/ |archive-date=April 24, 2018 }} During development, it was known as the PM5/PM7 project.{{Cite web|last=Vidal|first=Marlos Ney|date=2012-01-26|title=Exclusivo: Chevrolet PM5/PM7 será batizada de Spin|trans-title=Exclusive: Chevrolet PM5/PM7 will be named Spin|url=https://www.autossegredos.com.br/segredos/exclusivo-chevrolet-pm5pm7-sera-batizada-de-spin/|url-status=live|access-date=2021-10-05|website=Autos Segredos|language=pt-BR|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190213144011/https://www.autossegredos.com.br/segredos/exclusivo-chevrolet-pm5pm7-sera-batizada-de-spin/ |archive-date=February 13, 2019 }} The vehicle is developed to replace both the Chevrolet Meriva and Chevrolet Zafira in South America which was developed by Opel. It is built on the same platform as the Brazilian Chevrolet Cobalt.
Developed with a goal of a large cabin space, the vehicle is built on a {{Convert|2620|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}-long wheelbase which is shared with the Cobalt. For three-row models, the seats are arranged in a "theatre" format in which the rear seats are positioned higher than the front seats, allowing for better visibility for rear passengers. With all seats in place, the luggage capacity of the three-row Spin is 162 L, and with the third row seat folded it has 553 L of space.{{Cite web|last=Mora|first=Rodrigo|date=2012-06-27|title=Chevrolet apresenta a Spin, substituta de Meriva e Zafira|trans-title=Chevrolet introduces Spin, replacement for Meriva and Zafira|url=http://g1.globo.com/carros/noticia/2012/06/chevrolet-apresenta-nova-spin-substituta-de-meriva-e-zafira.html|url-status=live|access-date=2021-10-05|website=Auto Esporte|language=pt-br|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120701015634/http://g1.globo.com:80/carros/noticia/2012/06/chevrolet-apresenta-nova-spin-substituta-de-meriva-e-zafira.html |archive-date=July 1, 2012 }} Two-row models have 710 L of cargo space. A total of 23 seat arrangements are possible.
The Spin has been produced since 2012 at the General Motors do Brasil plant in São Caetano do Sul, Brazil. It was also produced in Indonesia between 2013 and 2015 at the GM Indonesia plant in Bekasi, West Java. Production in Indonesia had started in February 2013. In late June 2015, GM ended the production of the Spin in Indonesia and shut down the Bekasi plant due to low demand and high manufacturing costs.{{cite web|url=http://paultan.org/2015/02/27/general-motors-close-indonesia-plant/|title=General Motors to close Indonesian plant in June, stop Chevrolet Sonic production in Thailand |author=Tan, Jonathan James|publisher=paultan.org|date=February 28, 2015|access-date=March 2, 2015}}
Markets
= Brazil =
The Spin was revealed in June 2012 for the Brazilian market.{{Cite web|last1=G1|first1=Rodrigo MoraDo|last2=Paulo|first2=em São|date=2012-06-27|title=Chevrolet apresenta a Spin, substituta de Meriva e Zafira|url=http://g1.globo.com/carros/noticia/2012/06/chevrolet-apresenta-nova-spin-substituta-de-meriva-e-zafira.html|access-date=2021-10-05|website=Auto Esporte|language=pt-br}} Offered in LT and LTZ trims, the LTZ trim offered an optional third-row seating to serve as the replacement to the Zafira. It is solely powered by the 1.8-liter EconoFlex engine capable of {{cvt|108|hp|PS kW|0|abbr=on}} and {{cvt|171|Nm|kgm lbft|abbr=on|sigfig=3}} of torque.{{Cite web|last=AB|first=Mário Curcio, para|date=2012-06-28|title=Chevrolet Spin surge como modelo dois em um da GM|trans-title=Chevrolet Spin appears as a two-in-one GM model|url=http://www.automotivebusiness.com.br/pt/posts/noticias/chevrolet-spin-surge-como-modelo-dois-em-um-da-gm/|url-status=live|access-date=2021-10-05|website=www.automotivebusiness.com.br|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211005120112/https://www.automotivebusiness.com.br/pt/posts/noticias/chevrolet-spin-surge-como-modelo-dois-em-um-da-gm/ |archive-date=October 5, 2021 }} Transmission options include a 5-speed manual and 6-speed GF6 automatic from the Cruze. GM targeted a monthly sales of 2,800 units for the market.
In November 2014, the Brazilian market received the crossover-inspired Activ trim. Along with decorative side claddings and restyled bumpers, the ground clearance had been lifted by {{Convert|8|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}, and it is equipped with an rear-mounted external spare tyre similar to SUVs.{{Cite web|date=November 14, 2014|title=Chevrolet Spin Activ crossover for Brazil - Images|url=http://indianautosblog.com/2014/11/chevrolet-spin-activ-crossover-in-images-156783}}
A revised version was released in March 2015 for the 2016 model year, which gained revised interior colour scheme and an updated automatic transmission.{{Cite web|title=Chevrolet Spin 2016 ganha novos itens e câmbio automático atualizado|url=https://motor1.uol.com.br/news/123098/chevrolet-spin-2016-ganha-novos-itens-e-cambio-automatico-atualizado/|access-date=2021-10-05|website=Motor1.com|language=pt}}
File:Silver chevrolet spin.JPG|Spin 1.8 LTZ (Brazil)
File:Chevrolet Spin Activ 2017.jpg|Spin Activ
File:2018 Chevrolet Spin 1.8 Activ LTZ.jpg|Spin Activ (rear view)
= Argentina =
The Spin was released in Argentina in March 2013.{{Cite web|last=Fagundes|first=Dyogo|date=2013-03-09|title=Chevrolet Spin ganha motor 1.3 turbodiesel de 75 cv na Argentina|trans-title=Chevrolet Spin gets a 75 hp 1.3 turbodiesel engine in Argentina|url=https://motor1.uol.com.br/news/115468/chevrolet-spin-ganha-motor-13-turbodiesel-de-75-cv-na-argentina/|url-status=live|access-date=2021-10-05|website=Motor1.com|language=pt|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201023065007/https://motor1.uol.com.br/news/115468/chevrolet-spin-ganha-motor-13-turbodiesel-de-75-cv-na-argentina/ |archive-date=October 23, 2020 }} Produced in Brazil, the Spin in Argentina is available in LT, LTZ and Activ trim levels. Engine options available are the EconoFlex 1.8-litre petrol engine along with the Fiat-sourced 1.3-litre Multijet turbodiesel engine. The diesel engine was only available for the LTZ trim for both five-seater and seven-seater models.{{Cite web|date=2013-04-01|title=GM lança Spin a diesel na Argentina|url=https://quatrorodas.abril.com.br/noticias/gm-lanca-spin-a-diesel-na-argentina/|access-date=2021-10-05|website=Quatro Rodas|language=pt-BR}}
= Indonesia =
The Spin was introduced in Indonesia in February 2013.{{Cite web|title=Otosia.com: Inilah Harga Resmi OTR Chevrolet Spin, Mulai 139 Juta|url=https://www.otosia.com/berita/inilah-harga-resmi-otr-chevrolet-spin.html|access-date=2021-10-05|website=Otosia.com|date=February 23, 2013 |language=en}} The Indonesian version was locally assembled, offering a standard three-row seating and third row ventilation in all models.
Three trim levels and three engine options were offered at launch. The base engine is a 1.2-litre A12XER petrol engine sourced from Opel which was available for the LS and LT trims, with a 5-speed manual transmission. The 1.5-litre petrol engine was offered for all trims and was available with 5-speed manual and 6-speed automatic. A 1.3-litre Multijet turbodiesel engine sourced from Fiat and branded as TDCi was also available. It produced {{cvt|75|PS|hp kW|0|abbr=on}} and {{cvt|190|Nm|kgm lbft|abbr=on|sigfig=3}} and was paired with 5-speed manual transmission for all trims.{{Cite web|title=Models & Specifications|url=http://www.chevrolet.co.id/cars/spin/features-and-specs/models-specs.html|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150211063151/http://www.chevrolet.co.id/cars/spin/features-and-specs/models-specs.html|archive-date=February 11, 2015|access-date=February 11, 2015}}{{Cite web|last=Fagundes|first=Dyogo|date=2013-02-21|title=Chevrolet Spin começa a ser vendida na Indonésia custando o equivalente a R$ 28.200|trans-title=Chevrolet Spin starts to be sold in Indonesia costing the equivalent of R$ 28,200|url=https://motor1.uol.com.br/news/114943/chevrolet-spin-comeca-a-ser-vendida-na-indonesia-custando-o-equivalente-a-r-28200/|url-status=live|access-date=2021-10-05|website=Motor1.com|language=pt|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201025032949/https://motor1.uol.com.br/news/114943/chevrolet-spin-comeca-a-ser-vendida-na-indonesia-custando-o-equivalente-a-r-28200/ |archive-date=October 25, 2020 }}
In April 2014, GM Indonesia introduced the Activ trim level which was only available with the 1.5-litre engine with the 6-speed automatic transmission. It is similar to the Brazilian-market Spin Activ sans the rear-mounted external spare tyre and the 16-inch dual-tone wheels.{{Cite web|url=http://indianautosblog.com/2014/11/chevrolet-spin-activ-crossover-in-images-156783|title = Chevrolet Spin Activ crossover for Brazil - Images|date = November 14, 2014}} The trim also gained steering audio controls, along with black-coloured seats.{{Cite web|url=http://indianautosblog.com/2014/04/chevrolet-spin-activ-128085|title = Indonesia - Chevrolet Spin Activ launched at Rs 10.72 lakh|date = April 18, 2014}}
Production ended in July 2015, with remaining inventory sold out by May 2016.{{Cite web|last=Hanif|first=Ridwan|date=2016-05-12|title=Sisa Stok Chevrolet Spin Akhirnya Habis, Sayonara Chevy|trans-title=Chevrolet Spin Stock Finally Out, Bye Bye Chevy|url=https://autonetmagz.com/sisa-stok-chevrolet-spin-akhirnya-habis-sayonara-chevy-spin/41907/|url-status=live|access-date=2021-10-05|website=AutonetMagz :: Review Mobil dan Motor Baru Indonesia|language=en-US|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160513014009/http://autonetmagz.com/sisa-stok-chevrolet-spin-akhirnya-habis-sayonara-chevy-spin/41907/ |archive-date=May 13, 2016 }}
File:2015 Chevrolet Spin Activ (Indonesia) (cropped).jpg|alt=|Chevrolet Spin Activ (Indonesia)
File:Interior of the 2013 Chevrolet Spin.jpg|alt=|Interior
= Thailand =
The Spin was introduced in Thailand in April 2013. Imported from Indonesia, it was offered in a sole LTZ trim with the 1.5-litre engine and automatic transmission.{{Cite web|date=2013-04-05|title=Chevrolet Spin launched in Thailand - 7-seater MPV - paultan.org|url=https://paultan.org/2013/04/05/chevrolet-spin-thailand/|access-date=2021-10-05|website=Paul Tan's Automotive News|language=en-US}}
= Philippines =
The Spin was unveiled in the Philippines in July 2013 and went on sale the following month. It was introduced with three trim levels, which are 1.3-litre Turbo Diesel, 1.3-litre Turbo Diesel LTZ and 1.5-litre LTZ petrol. It was sourced from the Indonesian plant.{{Cite web|date=2013-07-29|title=Chevrolet Philippines previews Chevrolet Spin - Auto News|url=https://www.autoindustriya.com/auto-industry-news/chevrolet-philippines-previews-chevrolet-spin.html|access-date=2021-10-05|website=AutoIndustriya.com|language=en}}{{Cite web|title=Chevrolet Philippines previews Spin with special pre-launch price|url=https://motioncars.inquirer.net/13177/chevrolet-philippines-previews-new-chevrolet-spin-with-special-pre-launch-price|access-date=2021-10-05|website=motioncars.inquirer.net|language=en}}
Facelifts
= First facelift =
The first facelift Spin was launched in June 2018 in Argentina{{Cite web|title=Teste instrumentado Novo Chevrolet Spin Activ 2019: A família agradece|url=https://motor1.uol.com.br/reviews/244447/avaliacao-chevrolet-spin-activ-2019/|access-date=2021-10-05|website=Motor1.com|language=pt}} and in July 2018 for the Brazilian market.{{Cite web|date=2018-07-05|title=Chevrolet Spin 2019 é lançada com preço inicial de R$ 63.990|trans-title=Chevrolet Spin 2019 is launched with a starting price of BRL 63,990|url=https://motor1.uol.com.br/news/251347/chevrolet-spin-2019-lancamento/|url-status=live|access-date=2021-10-05|website=Motor1.com|language=pt|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200505150040/https://motor1.uol.com.br/news/251347/chevrolet-spin-2019-lancamento/ |archive-date=May 5, 2020 }} The new Spin received a restyled front fascia and rear fascia, along with a revised dashboard and the removal of digital instrument cluster. Several new safety features were introduced such as three-point seatbelt, headrest for the central second row passenger and ISOFIX.{{Cite web|title=Teste: Chevrolet Spin LTZ 1.8 ficou mais esperta|url=https://revistaautoesporte.globo.com/testes/noticia/2018/09/teste-chevrolet-spin-ltz-18-ficou-mais-esperta.html|website=revistaautoesporte.globo.com|date=September 7, 2018 |language=pt-br|access-date=2020-05-07}}{{Cite web|title=Chevrolet Spin passa por face-lift e ganha visual mais atualizado|url=https://www.jornalcruzeiro.com.br/motor/chevrolet-spin-passa-por-face-lift-e-ganha-visual-mais-atualizado/|last=TI|first=Suporte|date=2018-09-28|website=Cruzeiro Motor|language=pt-BR|access-date=2020-05-07}} According to GM, improvements were made in the calibration of the automatic gearbox to optimize gear changes, allowing for quicker acceleration. Trim levels available in Brazil are LS, LT, LTZ, and Activ7.
For the 2020 model year, the LTZ trim was renamed to Premier.{{Cite web|last=Tavares|first=Nicolas|date=2019-05-09|title=Chevrolet Spin 2020 ganha versão de topo Premier; veja preços|trans-title=Chevrolet Spin 2020 wins top Premier version; see prices|url=https://motor1.uol.com.br/news/348736/chevrolet-spin-2020-precos-versoes/|url-status=live|access-date=2021-10-05|website=Motor1.com|language=pt|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200926130038/https://motor1.uol.com.br/news/348736/chevrolet-spin-2020-precos-versoes/ |archive-date=September 26, 2020 }} The 2021 model year gained standard stability control and hill start assist, front seatbelt warning, a revised instrument cluster design, and a new automatic gearbox.{{Cite web|last=Fortunatti|first=Leo|date=2020-06-22|title=Chevrolet Spin 2021 ganha controle de estabilidade e muda detalhes de acabamento|trans-title=Chevrolet Spin 2021 gains stability control and changes finishing details|url=https://motor1.uol.com.br/news/430067/novo-chevrolet-spin-2021-esp/|url-status=live|access-date=2021-10-05|website=Motor1.com|language=pt|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200623031956/https://motor1.uol.com.br/news/430067/novo-chevrolet-spin-2021-esp/ |archive-date=June 23, 2020 }}
File:Chevrolet Spin 1.8 LTZ 2019.jpg|2019 Spin LTZ (facelift)
File:2019 Chevrolet Spin 1.8 LTZ (facelift), rear view.jpg|Rear view
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= Second facelift =
File:2025 Chevrolet Spin 1.8 LT.jpg
A second facelift debuted on January 19th, 2024 on Chevrolet's Brazilian website. Its non-virtual debut will take place on the reality show Big Brother Brasil along with 5 other cars planned to be shown on the show. The 2025 Spin receives interior updates with it now incorporating the latest MyLink system in the infotainment system. It will also receive a new steering wheel, seats, and safety improvements. On the outside it receives a new front fascia, headlights, fenders, and a taller hood.
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Sales
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| Year
!Brazil ! Thailand |
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| 2012
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| 2013
| 10,941 | |
| 2014
| 7,475 |
| 2015
| 3,552 |
| 2016
| 1 | |
| 2017
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| 2019
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References
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|date=February 19, 2013
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|title=Setiap 1 Jam, 10 Chevrolet Spin Lahir di Bekasi
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|url= http://media.gm.com/content/media/id/en/chevrolet/news.detail.html/content/Pages/news/id/en/2013/May/0508_Spin.html
|title=Chevrolet Spin created and sold in Indonesia
|author=GM Media Indonesia|work=media.gm.com
|date=May 8, 2013
|type=Press release
|access-date=September 29, 2013}}
|url= http://media.gm.com/media/za/en/gm/news.detail.html/content/Pages/news/za/en/2012/jun/12_04_Chevrolet_spin_brazil.html
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|work=GM Media South Africa
|access-date=November 11, 2012}}
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