The arrival of the new Chevrolet Montana in Uruguay, which continues its pre-sale process throughout the country, positions the model in the compact pick-up segment. It presents great equipment, security and technology, highlighting the incorporation of OnStar and an application to control key functions of the car from a distance.
For Claudio D’Agostini, general manager of General Motors Uruguay, the arrival of the brand’s new compact pick-up “has given rise to talk beforehand” about pre-sale, which for the firm is “very exciting.” “Listen to our customers’ queries and their interest in this new product that has revolutionized the market in the region is incredible,” he said.
So far, more than 1,200 units have been pre-sold at all dealers in the national territory of the new Chevrolet Montana. “We are sure that, in the first half of the year, we will already have the first units forming part of the landscape throughout the country,” said D’Agostini.
According to the general manager of General Motors Uruguay, this vehicle adds novelties that make it a “unique in its category” pick-up: it has a renewed design that gives it a more modern and sophisticated appearance; It is equipped with a 1.2L Turbo engine with up to 130 horsepower and 210 Nm of torque. It is a more efficient and economical engine than its competitors, which translates into lower fuel consumption and greater autonomy.
Montana also stands out for its design, safety, interior space, connectivity and performance. Measuring 4.72 meters long and around 1.8 meters wide, it offers more space for second-row occupants compared to other vehicles in its segment, without compromising on space and comfort for the driver.
In addition, it has a Multi-Flex cargo box, which is a “very important differential” of the product, being designed to function as a giant trunk with a cargo capacity of 874 liters, which has an advanced waterproofing system for the cover. from the box; this is transformed into greater protection for the belongings that are sheltered in case of rain; The box also has a large line of custom accessories that allow you to transport various objects.
The new Chevrolet Montana.
As for its equipment, the New Montana is “very complete”: from the LS version that includes six standard airbags, ABS brakes with brake force distribution, rear box lid with downhill weight relief, Wi-Fi connectivity. Native Fi, OnStar and an app to control key car functions from a distance, plus an 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, allowing the driver to safely use their cell phone while driving.
It also has a high-quality sound system and rear view camera that makes it easy to maneuver in tight spaces. Premier versions add emergency braking assistance, blind spot alert, full LED headlights with height adjustment and automatic ignition, digital air conditioning, parking sensor with reverse camera, and smart key with start button. The automatic Premier version also adds a wireless smartphone charger.
A technological vehicle
When it comes to technology, Montana “has it all”: “MyLink fully integrated into the instrument panel, as the brand’s most recent models already do, an 8-inch screen that in a horizontal position makes it easier to read navigation maps and reduces the chance of distracted driving; plus OnStar, Chevrolet’s exclusive technology that protects its users and families, offering connectivity and personalized assistance 24 hours a day, seven days a week,” explained D’Agostini.
The OnStar system is installed in the latest generation vehicles from Onix, Cruze, Tracker, Equinox, S10, Silverado and in this new Montana. It consists of three buttons located under the mirror that give access to different services that include automatic response in the event of a collision; route assistance; vehicle recovery in case of robbery or theft; 24/7 SOS button and “good samaritan” option, which allows the user to press a red emergency button if they witness an accident or a suspicious driver. All this is supported by a service center available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
“The New Montana is a project developed in partnership with General Motors technology centers in South America, North America and Asia. It arrives as the largest member of the global family of Chevrolet vehicles, already made up of the current generations of Onix, Onix Plus and Tracker, all of which are benchmark models in their respective segments,” said the general manager.
Test Drive, versions and price
D’Agostini made it clear that people interested in carrying out a test drive of the new Montana can go to their “trusted” Chevrolet dealer and schedule a test, where “not only will they be able to try it, but they will also be able to see first-hand all the attributes of the brand’s new compact pick-up”.
In turn, he mentioned that the equipment versions available “at first” are two: LS and Premier, the latter with manual and automatic transmission, which allows the driver to choose the option that best suits his driving style. As for colors, it will be available in red, white, blue and the new Cannon green.
In terms of costs, “they are very accessible and innovative for the segment” in which this Montana is located: LS MT, US$ 20,990; Premier MT, $24,990; and Premier AT US$26,900.
electric models
D’Agostini also made reference to electric models, which are increasingly widespread globally. “The success that the brand has had in the world and in Uruguay motivates us to continue advancing towards a more sustainable and electric future and we are going in that direction worldwide,” he asserted.
And he explained: “In this sense, Chevrolet has decided to focus directly on the production of electric and non-hybrid vehicles. We believe that the future of the automotive industry lies in electrification and we are committed to leading this change in the Uruguayan market. That is why we plan to bring to Uruguay in the coming years, some of our most innovative and exciting electric models, in order to offer our customers a cleaner, more efficient and exciting driving experience, thus fulfilling the objective proposed by the company of 0 emissions and 0 congestion”.
