2012 Chevy Colorado vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier

There are two big differences between these two trucks, two differences that strongly point in the direction of the 2012 Chevy Colorado. These differences are price and MPG. The 2012 Nissan Frontier is listed several thousand dollars higher than the 2012 Colorado, meaning when you want to save you go with the Colorado. The 2012 Colorado is estimated to get up to 25 MPG Highway while the 2012 Frontier will get significantly lower MPG than that. Let's talk comfort and dimensions. Everyone wants a comfortable ride, and you will get that with the 2012 Chevy Colorado. With greater head and legroom than the 2012 Frontier, the Colorado is a roomier and more comfortable choice. The Nissan Frontier model is wider than the Chevy Colorado meaning it...

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2012 Chevy Equinox vs. 2012 Honda CR-V

The next vehicle comparisons we are going to take a look at include the 2012 Chevy Equinox and the 2012 Honda CR-V. These vehicles both have the same stats in seating capacity and both have an Inline-4 engine, however there are several factors that make the 2012 Chevy Equinox a clearly better choice than the 2012 Equinox. Let's take a look at what separates these two vehicles. When dealing with the comfort level, passengers in a 2012 Chevy Equinox are going to be more comfortable due to its greater head and legroom which allows for the passengers to stretch a lot more in the Equinox than the CR-V. This is good news for taller drivers and passengers. What is more important these days than fuel economy with gas prices always on the rise?...

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Introducing the 2013 Chevy Malibu Sedan

The future is here, and the future looks good. Coming sometime soon this year the 2013 Chevy Malibu Sedan will be available and it is looking to impress. How does 38 MPG highway sound? That's better than the Toyota Camry Hybrid. People want efficiency. You'll get plenty of that in your 2013 Malibu Sedan. For the first time Chevy is introducing eAssist technology. This state-of-the-art system uses power stored in the advanced  115V lithium-ion battery along with a 14kW motor-generator to provide an electrical boost in various driving scenarios allowing for increased fuel economy. Yeah, that sound's pretty cool. The 2013 Chevy Malibu Sedan is sexy. With hints of the Chevrolet Camaro and Corvette the 2013 Malibu Sedan is sure to catch your...

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Chevy Concept Cars: Code 130R and TRU 140S

The future is an exciting place. Chevy recently introduced two concept cars, the Code 130R and TRU 140S which highlight possible options for future Chevy models. Both of these concept models are designed to find out what younger buyers are interested, mainly in the range of 14-20 years old, aka future Chevy drivers.  Code 130R The Code 130R really offers Chevy an opportunity to establish connections with an audience that isn't even concerned with buying a nice vehicle at the time being, yet it allows Chevy to get ideas on what this age demographic desires in a car so it can connect with them down the road. Examples of this include a survey of the age demographic which resulted in the conclusion that this young generation like...

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Chevy Volt: An Electrifying Revolution

Every now and then an auto maker comes out with a product that is revolutionary. That time has come again with the introduction of the Chevy Volt. Everyone thinks the Chevy Volt is simply another aspect of the "electric car phenomenon", but it's more than that. Much more. The 2012 Chevy Volt is unique because it has two energy sources. You have your electric source, which allows for you to drive gas free for an estimated 35 miles, and you have a gas generator that produces electricity so you can travel up to 375 more miles on a full tank of gas. Take a look at this video for further explanation: You see, the Chevy Volt gives you double the pleasure! For roughly $1.50 per day you can charge your Chevy Volt and drive gas free for about 35 miles, which means most of you can get to work...

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2012 Chevy Impala vs. 2012 Ford Fusion

These two models are going to offer you very similar space in regards to headroom and legroom. Where the 2012 Chevy Impala separates itself from the 2012 Ford Fusion is in torque and horsepower. The Impala is going to feel a lot faster and more powerful than the Fusion. Also, it can seat one more person than the Fusion which makes it ideal when you need to chauffeur a group of people around. In regards to cargo capacity the 2012 Chevy Impala outdoes the 2012 Ford Fusion making the Impala more ideal for long trips and vacations. It is also worth noting that the Impala received a higher rating on its frontal crash rating than the Fusion. Find the 2012 Chevy Impala at Rydell Chevrolet by visiting http://www.rydellauto.com/all-inventory/index.htm?search=Impala today! image...

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2012 Chevy Sonic vs. 2012 Ford Fiesta

First of all, the 2012 Chevy Sonic is going to give you more head and legroom than the 2012 Ford Fiesta. Second, the Sonic is able to transmit horsepower to its wheels better than the 2012 Ford Fiesta. Overall the Fiesta has less horsepower than the 2012 Sonic. These are just a few areas that the Sonic has over the Ford Fiesta. The vehicles stack up comparably in areas such as maneuvering, gas mileage, and price.  The 2012 Chevy Sonic has a sleek, modern look to it. It's a design that millennials will love. It's sporty, stylish, and safe. Competition for this subcompact car segment is stiff, and we feel that the 2012 Chevy Sonic has set itself apart from the competition. Rydell Chevrolet has 2012 Chevy Sonics! Swing...

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2012 Chevy Colorado vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma

The next vehicles in our comparison blogs is the 2012 Chevy Colorado versus the 2012 Toyota Tacoma. Let's take a look at a few areas that highlight why the Colorado is the right truck for you. Comfort -Offering much more head and legroom, the 2012 Chevy Colorado provides a more comfortable ride than the 2012 Toyota Tacoma making it even more perfect for taller drivers. Dimensions -The 2012 Toyota Tacoma is built more wider than the Colorado which means the 2012 Chevy Colorado will make parking less of a nightmare than the Tacoma. If you choose the Tacoma you may be circling the lot more to find a parking spot. Drivetrain -It's all about horsepower! The 2012 Chevy Colorado does a better job of transmitting horsepower to its wheels than...

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Winter Meltdown

With spring being only 34 days away, why not start your spring cleaning early? Rydell Chevrolet offers several different vehicle washing packages that range from basic all the way up to a showroom shine detail package. Basic Car Wash ($24.95) Wash & Dry Exterior, Clean Exterior Glass, Apply Tire Dressing, Vacuum Interior Deluxe Wash & Wax ($54.95) Everything included in the Basic Car Wash, plus a Spray Wax Exterior Interior Detail ($69.95) Vacuum Interior, Shampoo Interior Seats & Carpet, Wipe & Dress Interior Vinyl Surfaces, Clean Interior Glass, Wipe Door Jambs Exterior Detail ($99.95) Wash & Dry Exterior, Clean Exterior Glass, Apply Tire Dressing, Remove Tar & Debris, Wash &...

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2012 Chevy Cruze vs. 2012 Ford Focus

The 2012 Chevy Cruze simply put beats the 2012 Ford Focus in almost every category that is important to consumers. Comfort wise the Cruze is going to give you significantly more head and leg room in both the front and back of the vehicle. Everyone wants to know about the comparison that highlights how often they will be stopping at the gas pump. You guessed it, the Chevy Cruze offers higher MPG than the Focus, saving you time and money when it comes to dealing with filling up your car. Safety rating is another important aspect of any vehicle, and the Chevy Cruze has you covered in that department as well. The Cruze received higher ratings than the Ford Focus in overall safety and frontal crash ratings. All of these factors add up to the Cruze...

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2012 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2012 Ford Escape

The next vehicle featured in Rydell Chevrolet's blog is the Chevy Equinox. Today we compare the 2012 model to the 2012 Ford Escape.         Chevy Equinox Comfort wise the Chevy Equinox is ahead of the Escape, offering its passengers more room to stretch out and enjoy their ride. Both models have a seating capacity of 5. The vehicles are priced very similarly with the Equinox's MSRP being roughly $1,000 less than the Ford Escape according to thecarconnection.com. Gas mileage is also pretty similar, with the Equinox having the advantage in that category as well as it is able to offer up to 4 more miles to the gallon on the highway. The Equinox scored higher in frontal crash rating, side crash rating, and overall...

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2012 Chicago Auto Show

It's the largest auto show in North America. It's an auto exposition unlike any other on the continent. This year marks the 104th edition of the Chicago Auto Show and Rydell Chevrolet wouldn't miss it for the world! A few of us here at Rydell are making the trip so be sure to check back for photos and information regarding to the show. Here's a look at some of the action from last years event: Chevy showcased several vehicles at last years show including the 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 and the Chevrolet Volt which can be viewed here: In this years 2012 Chicago Auto Show Chevy is planning to captivate its audience by having the 2012 Corvette 427 on display which blends elements of the Z06 and ZRI models to create the most-capable and fastest convertible in the history of...

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Chevy Silverado vs. Ford F-150

In times like these people want affordable cars that won't have them spending all of their time at the gas stations. The Silverado and F-150 are very similar when it comes to gas mileage, however the F-150 is listed at a higher price, typically around $5,000 to $7,000 more. If you've got passengers with you the Silverado is the clear choice for comfort. Chevy's Silverado offers more seating room than the Ford F-150. Safety is always a reason for concern, and when you compare the Silverado to the F-150 the Silverado does score higher in the frontal crash rating score while side crash rating was rated at 5 stars for both.  There are a few other key benefits when it comes to choosing a Chevy Silverado. First, there are literally thousands...

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Chevy Super Bowl XLVI Ads

The Super Bowl. The one day of the year in the U.S. where millions of Americans don't mind that what they're watching on television gets interrupted with commercials. This year Chevy had several T.V. spots during the Super Bowl including Chevy vehicles such as the Silverado, Sonic, and Volt to impress Super Bowl viewers. Let's take a look at each of the Chevy ads that premiered for this years Super Bowl. 1. Apocalypse There are few things that are dependable enough to survive the 2012 Mayan apocalypse - a few of them being the Chevy Silverado and Twinkies. Want to be one of the survivors? Rydell Chevrolet has your new 2012 Silverado: http://www.rydellauto.com/all-inventory/index.htm?search=2012+Silverado 2. Joy This Chevy Super Bowl commercial featured the Chevy Sonic and a...

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