There have been several award-winning cars from Chevrolet over the years, including the Chevrolet HHR of 2009. There are six trim levels to the HHR, including LT, LS, LT Panel, LS Panel, SS, and SS Panel. The LT Panel version is one of the more popular options, outselling other configurations. Like in 2008 the popular 2.4 liter Ecotec has made this a popular choice for wagon buyers nationwide.

2009 Chevrolet HHR LT Panel Specs

The restyled HHR LT Panel is equipped with a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine that utilizes 16 valves. The Ecotec engine is mated to a General Motors four-speed transaxle. This has resulted in an increase in horsepower and torque over the 2008 version.

The HHR uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are drum. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The car uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.

The fuel system for the 2009 HHR is a traditional SFI, running on FLEX fuel. The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 12 gallons.

Statistics

The dimensions of the HHR LT Panel are inches wide by inches long. It sits inches off the ground. It seats a standard several adults passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.

The standard warranty period for the HHR is 60* months, or 50,000* miles, whichever comes first. There is also a warranty on the powertrain for 36* months or 50,000* miles respectively. This is standard in the wagon market.

The listed retail price in 2009 (MSRP) was an industry-high price, with a dealer invoice cost of an industry-high price. This price is in line with the industry average price for a four-door Wagon.

MPG Ratings

The 2009 HHR gets 23 miles/gallon on the highway and only 17 in the city. This is below average for a wagon car.

The vehicle is available in several colors.

Parting Shots

The 2008 model began the promise of the Chevrolet HHR. The 2009 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers Chevrolet hopes that the HHR LT Panel will continue to be a profitable vehicle.

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