General Motors introduced the front-wheel drive GM4200 platform in 1982 with the introductions of two subcompacts, the Opel Corsa A and the Vauxhall Nova. It was originally known as the S-car.[1] The platform was also used by Holden, Chevrolet's Latin American branch, and Buick of China. The platform was still in use until 2021 by Chevrolet's Latin American branch for their entry-level models. This platform became very popular in Mexico in 1994, when the model renamed Chevy Swing (4 door) and Chevy Joy (2 door) was imported from Spain. In 1996, the models were built in Mexico and several variants were offered: a 4-door sedan (called Monza), a 2- and a 4-door hatchback, a pickup truck, and a station wagon (imported from Chile). The popular Chevy went on with cosmetic changes (the C2, introduced in 2004), that included changes to the front end and dashboard, and another redesign in 2009. It was retired after the 2011 model year.

GM 4200 platform
Chevrolet Chevy
Overview
Parent companyGeneral Motors
Also calledS-car
Production1982-2021
Body and chassis
ClassSubcompact (B)
LayoutTransverse front-engine, front-wheel drive
Body style(s)
Chronology
PredecessorGM M platform
SuccessorGM Gamma platform

Models

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References

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  1. ^ McCraw, Jim, ed. (November 1982). ""S" indeed, it's the Opel Corsa". Motor Trend. Vol. 34, no. 11. Petersen Publishing Co. p. 18.