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2009 Chevrolet HHR
At a Glance
| Pricing | $18,720 - $25,815 |
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| Drive Types | FWD |
| Engines | I4 (155-bhp), I4 (172-bhp), I4 T (250-bhp), I4 T (260-bhp) |
| Transmissions | A4, M5 |
| Fuel Economy | 19-22 (city), 29-32 (highway) |
Our Ratings
| Velocity Index | 54 |
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Tall wagon with throwback styling cues
Overview Information
With styling meant to evoke memories of the 1949 Suburban, Chevy tries its hand at the winning formula of the PT cruiser. The HHR is a compact utility vehicle based on the same front-wheel drive platform as the Chevy Cobalt. The interior features fold-flat second row and front passenger seating for cargo hauling flexibilty. Two engines are offered: a 149hp 2.2L I4 and a 175hp 2.4L I4. Both engines are available with either a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmission.
What Changed:
Horsepower has increased in the base engine from 149-bhp to 155-bhp. Fuel economy is also improved. Both 2.2L and 2.4L four-cylinder engines can now run on E85. A new SS performance package features Brembo brakes and a limited-slip differential.
Official Word:
Entering its fourth year of production, the fun, stylish and efficient Chevy HHR continues to claim a growing share of the compact segment. Despite a challenging market in early 2008, HHR sales were up 8 percent, maintaining the momentum of 2007. That year, HHR sales topped 105,000 - a record that beat 2006's 101,000 sales by about 4 percent. Powerful and efficient Ecotec engines are at the heart of the HHR lineup's success. They provide good...Read.
| Model/Trim | Eng. | Trans. | Velocity Index | Base Price | |
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| HHR LS 1LS | 2.2l I4 (155-bhp) | M5 | FWD | 34 | $18,720 |
| HHR LS 1LS | 2.2l I4 (155-bhp) | A4 | FWD | 28 | $19,720 |
| HHR LT 1LT | 2.2l I4 (155-bhp) | M5 | FWD | 34 | $20,720 |
| HHR LT 1LT | 2.2l I4 (155-bhp) | A4 | FWD | 28 | $20,720 |
| HHR LT 1LT | 2.4l I4 (172-bhp) | A4 | FWD | 37 | $21,370 |
| HHR LT 1LT | 2.4l I4 (172-bhp) | M5 | FWD | 43 | $21,370 |
| HHR LT 2LT | 2.4l I4 (172-bhp) | M5 | FWD | 43 | $22,420 |
| HHR LT 2LT | 2.4l I4 (172-bhp) | A4 | FWD | 37 | $22,420 |
| HHR SS Turbocharged 1SS | 2.0l I4 T (260-bhp) | M5 | FWD | 54 | $24,815 |
| HHR SS Turbocharged 1SS | 2.0l I4 T (250-bhp) | A4 | FWD | 45 | $25,815 |
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