Chevrolet Epica Saloon (08-09) - Review

Review by Simon Harris on
Last Updated: 14 April 2009
The Epica is Chevrolet's first attempt at a large family saloon in the UK and like the firm's other models majors on value for money. Offering Mondeo-rivalling space for Focus money it comes well equipped with entry-level models getting air conditioning, cruise control and alloy wheels while passenger and boot space are good. Like the Kia Magentis and Dodge Avenger it represents bargain-basement family motoring but unfortunately the drab cabin and driving experience already feel behind the times.
4 out of 5

Equipment

Given Chevrolet's value for money image it's no surprise that equipment levels are generous. The entry-level LS model gets 16-inch alloy wheels, air conditioning, cruise control, electric front and rear windows, a CD stereo system with MP3 input, remote audio controls, front fog lamps and lumbar support on the driver’s seat. Moving up to the LT trim adds 17-inch alloys, electronic climate control, rear parking sensors, leather seat trim, heated front seats, rain-sensitive wipers, a six-CD autochanger, trip computer, automatic rear view mirror, power-adjustment for the driver’s seat and electric folding door mirrors.

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  • ABS
  • Air conditioning
  • Alloy wheels
  • Audio remote
  • Body coloured bumpers
  • CD
  • CD Multichanger
  • Climate control
  • Cloth seat trim
  • Cruise control
  • Driver`s airbag
  • Electric driver`s seat
  • Electric mirrors
  • Folding rear seats
  • Front electric windows
  • Front fog lights
  • Heated seats
  • Height adjustable drivers seat
  • Isofix child seat anchor points
  • Leather seat trim
  • Lumbar support
  • Parking sensors
  • PAS
  • Passenger`s airbag
  • Rear electric windows
  • Remote locking
  • Side airbags
  • Space saver spare wheel
  • Steering wheel rake adjustment
  • Steering wheel reach adjustment
  • Traction control
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