Chevrolet HHR first generation

Chevrolet HHR first generation
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The Chevrolet HHR first generation (2006–2011): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 24 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: GM Delta, GMT001

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationEuropeNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length–4,480 mm TC4,475–4,480 mm
Width–1,760 mm TC1,755 mm
Height1,600 mm RDW1,660 mm TC1,590–1,605 mm
Wheelbase2,630–2,640 mm RDW2,630 mm TC2,630 mm
Front track–1,500 mm TC–
Rear track–1,490 mm TC–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,390–1,429 kg RDW1,431 kg TC–
Mass in running order1,490–1,529 kg RDW––
Gross vehicle weight1,923 kg RDW––
Towing, braked trailer453–1,200 kg RDW––
Towing, unbraked trailer450 kg RDW––
Seats and space
Seats5 RDW––
Doors4 RDW––
Performance
Top speed180 km/h RDW––
Torque––206–350 Nm

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia (en, sv), RDW type approvals (Netherlands). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

3,573 complaints for model years 2006–2011. 171 crashes · 29 fires · 142 injuries · 8 deaths

  • Steering 1,539
  • Electrical system 678
  • Fuel system 316
  • Airbags 313
  • Body and structure 191
  • Brakes 139

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 24 versions of the Chevrolet HHR first generation

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United States 14 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2011FFV2.2 LFlex fuel (E85)4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA230 g/km
2009–2011FFV2.2 LFlex fuel (E85)5-speed manualFront-wheel drive26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA212 g/km
2010–2011FFV2.4 LFlex fuel (E85)4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive24–25 MPG (9.4–9.8 L/100 km) EPA221–230 g/km
2010–2011FFV2.4 LFlex fuel (E85)5-speed manualFront-wheel drive25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA221 g/km
2008–20102.0 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA230 g/km
2008–2010CLKUP2.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive22–23 MPG (10.2–10.7 L/100 km) EPA240–251 g/km
2009–2010CLKUP · FFV2.2 LFlex fuel (E85)4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA221 g/km
20092.4 LFlex fuel (E85)5-speed manualFront-wheel drive24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA230 g/km
2009CLKUP2.4 LFlex fuel (E85)4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA230 g/km
2006–2008CLKUP2.2 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive23–25 MPG (9.4–10.2 L/100 km) EPA221–240 g/km
2008SIL2.2 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA230 g/km
2006–20082.4 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive22–23 MPG (10.2–10.7 L/100 km) EPA240–251 g/km
2006–2008CLKUP2.4 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive23–24 MPG (9.8–10.2 L/100 km) EPA230–240 g/km
2006–20072.2 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive22–23 MPG (10.2–10.7 L/100 km) EPA240–251 g/km

Canada 10 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2006–2011Sport utility vehicle2.2 LPetrol4-speed automatic9.5–10.4 L/100 km 5-cycle219–239 g/km
2009–2011Sport utility vehicle2.2 LFlex fuel (E85)4-speed automatic12.9 L/100 km 5-cycle206 g/km
2006–2011Sport utility vehicle2.2 LPetrol5-speed manual9.1–10.1 L/100 km 5-cycle209–232 g/km
2009–2011Sport utility vehicle2.2 LFlex fuel (E85)5-speed manual12.4 L/100 km 5-cycle198 g/km
2009–2011Sport utility vehicle2.4 LFlex fuel (E85)5-speed manual12.5 L/100 km 5-cycle200 g/km
2006–2011Sport utility vehicle2.4 LPetrol4-speed automatic9.6–10.1 L/100 km 5-cycle221–232 g/km
2009–2011Sport utility vehicle2.4 LFlex fuel (E85)4-speed automatic13.4–13.5 L/100 km 5-cycle214–216 g/km
2006–2011Sport utility vehicle2.4 LPetrol5-speed manual9.5–10.3 L/100 km 5-cycle219–237 g/km
2008–2010Sport utility vehicle2.0 LPetrol5-speed manual9.8 L/100 km 5-cycle225 g/km
2008–2010Sport utility vehicle2.0 LPetrol4-speed automatic10.4–10.5 L/100 km 5-cycle239–242 g/km

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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.