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Auto Recon – Chevy HHR

Posted By: Craig Ballhagen on February 10, 2010 in Automotive - Comments: 5 Comments »

This week we are going to look at a relative newcomer to the compact wagon model class. The Chevrolet HHR look like the Chrysler PT Cruiser. The HHR name stands for “Heritage High Roof.” The PT Cruiser and HHR are both referred to as tall roof retro-wagons.

A four door wagon has the same front-wheel-drive mechanics as does the Chevrolet Cobalt. Giving the Chevy HHR a stable control. Add a large 17 inch or 18 inch wheels to a quality suspensions system and top it off with a premium stereo, you have a cool ride.

Edmunds.com likes the 155 horsepower, 2.2-liter inline-4 engine. The other flavors of the Chevy HHR offer 172 hp 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine. The SS model comes turbocharged with a 260-hp 2.0 liter engine, a suspension to match.

At Automotive.com we see recalls for 2006, 2007, and 2008 model years. All three model years were for latches, and locks not meeting Federal safety requirements. I see on the Chevy HHR forms problems around interior noise. Some have attributed the noise to the exhaust system.

You can pick up a 2010 Chevrolet HHR for just under $26,000. The orginal 2006 model sells for the $7,000 to $9,000 range.
Gas mileage is in the 20 to 30 miles per gallon as reported from FuelEconomy.com. MPG O Matic says the you can get a nice 22 to 30 miles per gallon depending on engine and transmission package.

Bottom-line: I like the Chevy HHR. It is a little more pricier than the PT Cruiser. Except for the noise issue. I have seen and read a lot of good positives about it.

Tags: Automotive.com, Chevrolet Cobalt, Chevrolet HHR, Chrysler PT Cruiser, Edmunds.com, FuelEconomy.com, MPG O Matic

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