2001ChevroletTrackerChevrolet Tracker2001 Chevrolet Tracker LT 4WD Hard TopMini-Sport UtilityWagon4WDCAMI, Ingersoll, OntarioNow into its third year of the current bodystyle, the Tracker gets a new V6 and a new LT trim package on four-door models. Air conditioning, AM/FM cassette stereo, and child seat tether anchors are now standard on all models. The base 1.6-liter engine has been dropped in favor of the more powerful 127-horsepower 2.0-liter that is now standard on all two-door and base four-door models.Surprisingly roomy passenger accommodations, good value.Weak V6, meager cargo space.Although completely redesigned in 1999, the Tracker faces stiff competition in the hot new mini-ute category. New vehicles like the Ford Escape, Mazda Tribute, and the upcoming redesign of the CR-V will cause serious problems for the aging Tracker. Unlike many of today's unibody mini-SUVs built off car platforms, Tracker boasts full body-on-frame construction. But suspension and steering upgrades hide the rigid chassis, resulting in decent ride and handling, with surprising stability and substantial road feel. Power front disc brakes with rear drums bring things to a halt, while four-wheel ABS is optional. A "shift-on-the-fly" four-wheel-drive system with automatic locking front hubs is standard on all 4WD models. With its rounded roofline, sloping hood and sleek flanks, Tracker's design is stylish enough; whether you choose the two-door soft-top model or four-door hardtop. Better still, Tracker's interior is comfortable and features functional ergonomics. Four-door Trackers now come in three trim levels: base, ZR2, and the newly available LT package that includes a premium cloth interior, chrome grille, and larger wheels and tires in addition to the normal amenities like power windows, door locks and mirrors. Child security rear door locks are standard on all four-door models; air conditioning and an AM/FM/cassette stereo are standard on all models. Four-door Trackers have surprisingly comfortable rear seating for two adults. Stowing the rear seat provides a nearly flat load floor, but maximum cargo space still trails primary competitors. The two-door convertibles have a two-piece "easy-opening" top that opens up the front section, rear section or both to the sun, but you'll still utilize the uncouth parts of your vocabulary while raising or lowering the adversarial roof. Dealer-installed exterior accessory packages can also be added to custom-tailor your Tracker for more serious on- or off-road duty, if you so desire. A 2.0-liter, 16-valve, DOHC four-cylinder engine is standard on base model four-doors and both ZR2 and base two-doors. It puts out 127 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 134 foot-pounds of torque at 3,000 revs through a five-speed manual or optional four-speed automatic transmission. Four door models in either ZR2 or LT trim now come with a 2.5-liter DOHC V6 standard. Putting out 155 hp and 160 ft-lbs. of torque, this is a welcome improvement, but it still lags behind the V6s of the Ford and Mazda twins whose top engines manage a healthy 200 hp. Power-hungry drivers aside, there's no denying that fun-in-the-sun motoring is possible from behind the wheel of a little Tracker convertible -- even more so with the go-anywhere attitude afforded by its optional four-wheel drive. And more practical-minded folks will no doubt appreciate the blend of good utility and fuel economy afforded by a Tracker four-door. Kia SportageMazda TributeSuzuki VitaraToyota RAV4336,000336,000336,0006100,0009.4 sec.136 ft.NA62.5 litersV6155 hp @ 6500 rpm160 ft-lbs. @ 4000 rpm45 cu.ft.937 lbs.1500 lbs.162.8 in.67.3 in.66.3 in.2987 lbs.97.6 in.34.8 ft.NA39.9 in.39.6 in.NANANANA41.4 in.35.9 in.5OptionalStandardNot AvailableNot AvailableNot AvailableNot AvailableNot AvailableRating = Not TestedRating = Not TestedNot TestedNot TestedNot TestedNot Tested17.4 gal.18 mpg / 20 mpg313 mi. / 348 mi.Insurance costs can vary greatly for this vehicle, depending on such factors as driver age, driver gender, teenage drivers in the household, driving records, theft loss data for your particular geographic region, miles driven per year, and other widely variable factors. Additionally, some companies charge a premium for certain makes and models, while others do not.$19,999$21,2307.35%$450N/A3% of the Total MSRP2WD CONVERTIBLE (5M): 2L I4 SOHC MPI 16-valve engine; 5-speed OD manual transmission; 390 amp battery with run down protection; 55 amp alternator; rear-wheel drive, 4.62 axle ratio; stainless steel exhaust; front independent strut suspension with anti-roll bar, front coil springs, rigid rear axle multi-link suspension with rear coil springs; power rack-and-pinion steering; front disc/rear drum brakes; 14.8 gal. capacity fuel tank; skid plate(s), side impact bars; conventional rear cargo door; manual convertible roof with roll-over protection; front and rear black bumpers with front and rear tow hooks, rear step bumper; black bodyside molding; clearcoat monotone paint; aero-composite halogen fully auto headlamps with daytime running lights; driver's and passenger's manual black outside mirrors; 15" x 5.5" silver styled steel wheels; P195/75SR15 BSW A/S tires; full-size steel spare wheel; air conditioning, rear heat ducts; AM/FM stereo radio, clock, seek-scan, cassette player, 4speakers, theft deterrent, manual retractable antenna; 2 power accessory outlets, front lighter element(s), smoker's package; instrumentation display includes tachometer, water temperature gauge, trip odometer; warning indicators include oil pressure, battery, lights on, key in ignition; driver's and passenger's front airbags; tinted windows; variable intermittent front windshield wipers; seating capacity of 4, front bucket seats with adjustable headrests, driver's and passenger's seat include 4-way adjustment, easy entry; full folding rear bench seat with adjustable headrests; front height adjustable seatbelts; cloth seats, cloth door trim insert, full carpet floor covering with carpeted floor mats; interior lights include dome light with delay, front reading lights; dual auxiliary visors, passenger's side vanity mirror; day/night rearview mirror; full floor console, locking glovebox, front and rear cupholders, instrument panel bin, 2 seat back storage pockets, driver's andpassenger's door bins; carpeted cargo floor, cargo light; grille with chrome bar, black side window moldings, black front windshield molding and black door handles.
2WD HARD TOP (5M) (in addition to or instead of BASE 2DR 2WD (5M) equipment): 550 amp battery with run down protection; 17.4 gal. capacity fuel tank; child safety rear door locks; manual front and rear windows, fixed 1/4 vent windows; fixed interval rear wiper, rear window defroster; seating capacity of 5, driver's and passenger's seat include 4-way adjustment; 50/50 folding rear split-bench seat with adjustable headrests; full cloth headliner; locking glove box, front cupholder, dashboard storage, rear door bins; cargo cover, cargo net and black rear window molding.
4WD CONVERTIBLE/HARD TOP (5M) (in addition to or instead of 2WD CONVERTIBLE/HARD TOP (5M) equipment): Part-time 4 wheel drive, auto locking hub control and manual shift, 4.62 axle ratio; P205/75SR15 BSW A/S tires.
2WD/4WD HARD TOP LT (4A) (in addition to or instead of 2WD/4WD HARD TOP (5M) equipment): 2.5L V6 DOHC MPI 24-valve engine; 4-speed electronic OD automatic transmission with lock-up torque converter; 4.87 axle ratio; roof rack; front and rear colored bumpers with front and rear tow hooks, rear step bumper; colored bodyside cladding; driver's and passenger's power remote body-colored outside mirrors; P215/70SR15 BSW A/S tires; single CD; power door locks with 2 stage unlock, remote keyless entry; power front and rear windows with driver's 1-touch down and premium cloth seats.
4WD CONVERTIBLE ZR2 (5M) (in addition to or instead of 4WD CONVERTIBLE (5M) equipment): Front and rear mud flaps; body-colored fender flares; driver's and passenger's power remote black outside mirrors; 15" x 6" silver alloy wheels; P215/75SR15 OWL A/S tires; full-size alloy spare wheel; cruise control; interior lights include illuminated entry; steering wheel with tilt adjustment and concealed cargo storage.
4WD HARD TOP ZR2 (4A) (in addition to or instead of 4WD HARD TOP LT (4A) equipment): Front and rear mud flaps; front and rear black bumpers with front and rear tow hooks; black bodyside molding body-colored fender flares; driver's and passenger's power remote black outside mirrors; P215/75SR15 OWL A/S; cassette and cloth seats.