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2000 Chevrolet Tracker Full Review
Date Published: 7/31/08
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2000 Chevrolet Tracker Review
A surf-motif appearance option for the convertible heads the short list of changes to the 2000 edition of Chevrolet's smallest sport-utility vehicle. Tracker was redesigned last year to be slightly longer and wider, with rounded styling.
Tracker again offers a 2-door convertible and a longer 4-door wagon. Both have running gear and body-on-frame construction designed by Suzuki, which markets its own versions as the Vitara. Though the Japanese company offers a V6 Grand Vitara wagon, Tracker is limited to 4-cylinder power--for now. The 2001 Tracker is scheduled to offer the V6, as well. For 2000, the convertible has a standard 1.6-liter 4-cylinder and offers a 2.0-liter option that is standard on the wagon. Automatic transmission is optional only with the 2.0 liter. All models are available with rear-wheel drive or 4-wheel drive. The 4WD isn't for use on dry pavement, but does offer on-the-fly shifting between 2WD and 4-high, plus separate 4-low gearing. The new convertible option package is the Hang Ten Edition, which includes special headrests, floormats, spare tire cover, and decals.
Tracker again offers a 2-door convertible and a longer 4-door wagon. Both have running gear and body-on-frame construction designed by Suzuki, which markets its own versions as the Vitara. Though the Japanese company offers a V6 Grand Vitara wagon, Tracker is limited to 4-cylinder power--for now. The 2001 Tracker is scheduled to offer the V6, as well. For 2000, the convertible has a standard 1.6-liter 4-cylinder and offers a 2.0-liter option that is standard on the wagon. Automatic transmission is optional only with the 2.0 liter. All models are available with rear-wheel drive or 4-wheel drive. The 4WD isn't for use on dry pavement, but does offer on-the-fly shifting between 2WD and 4-high, plus separate 4-low gearing. The new convertible option package is the Hang Ten Edition, which includes special headrests, floormats, spare tire cover, and decals.
Competition
Ignored in the past, compact SUVs are now some of the hottest-selling vehicles around. The two current Best Buys are the Honda CR-V and Subaru Forester. Though they don't offer true off-road ability, they mix the best ride, cargo, and comfort characteristics with all-weather traction.
Toyota's RAV4 , which used to be a Best Buy, falls to Recommended based on its noisy engine and cramped rear seating area. Toyota hopes that will change when an all-new RAV arrives in 2001.
As immovable as Mt. Rushmore, the Jeep Wrangler continues as our Budget Buy in this segment. Though it has become a status symbol of late, it's most at home crawling over rocks and fording river beds.
Toyota's RAV4 , which used to be a Best Buy, falls to Recommended based on its noisy engine and cramped rear seating area. Toyota hopes that will change when an all-new RAV arrives in 2001.
As immovable as Mt. Rushmore, the Jeep Wrangler continues as our Budget Buy in this segment. Though it has become a status symbol of late, it's most at home crawling over rocks and fording river beds.
News
Helped by a full redesign, Chevy's smallest SUV posted a 50-percent year-over-year sales gain in calendar 1999. Though industry sources say Tracker will stay basically as is through model-year 2005, this fall should introduce a first-ever V6 option. Tracker remains a Suzuki design closely related to the Japanese brand's Vitara (Sidekick before that). Suzuki began offering V6 power several years ago, but didn't share it so as to maintain a competitive advantage over Chevrolet. Suzuki's evident change of heart likely reflects some lobbying by Chevy, which sells far more Trackers than Suzuki does Vitaras. Also, because both vehicles are built in a jointly run Canadian plant, Suzuki makes more money by helping Chevy sell more Trackers, something the V6 will almost surely do.
2000 Chevrolet Tracker Road Test
| Pros | Cons |
| Maneuverability | Ride |
| Cargo room | Steering/handling |
| Rear-seat room | |
| Rear visibility | |
| Acceleration | |
| Rear-seat entry/exit (2-door) | |
Consumer Guide® Road Test Ratings
Acceleration
Both engines struggle to build speed from a stop or in passing. With its V6, Suzuki's Grand Vitara is much stronger.
| Base conv 2WD, man. | LT 4WD | Class Average |
| 2 | 3 | 2.9 |
Both engines struggle to build speed from a stop or in passing. With its V6, Suzuki's Grand Vitara is much stronger.
Fuel Economy
We averaged 20.2 mpg with a 2.0-liter 5-speed 4WD soft-top--not great for a mini SUV. Wagons should do slightly worse.
| Base conv 2WD, man. | LT 4WD | Class Average |
| 5 | 4 | 4.8 |
We averaged 20.2 mpg with a 2.0-liter 5-speed 4WD soft-top--not great for a mini SUV. Wagons should do slightly worse.
Ride Quality
Some fore-aft pitching even on fairly smooth roads, but most bumps are absorbed without jarring.
| Base conv 2WD, man. | LT 4WD | Class Average |
| 1 | 2 | 2.7 |
Some fore-aft pitching even on fairly smooth roads, but most bumps are absorbed without jarring.
Steering/Handling/Braking
Competent, with unexceptional grip in turns. Overall, Tracker feels less composed than the Honda CR-V--though neither matches the car-based Subaru Forester.
| Base conv 2WD, man. | LT 4WD | Class Average |
| 2 | 2 | 3.5 |
Competent, with unexceptional grip in turns. Overall, Tracker feels less composed than the Honda CR-V--though neither matches the car-based Subaru Forester.
Quietness
Wind and road noise are lower than in most compact SUVs, but both engines are gruff and loud in hard acceleration.
| Base conv 2WD, man. | LT 4WD | Class Average |
| 1 | 2 | 2.4 |
Wind and road noise are lower than in most compact SUVs, but both engines are gruff and loud in hard acceleration.
Controls
Radio and climate controls are within easy reach, but are mounted low enough to require a long look away from the road to adjust--and the radio has particularly tiny buttons.
| Base conv 2WD, man. | LT 4WD | Class Average |
| 3 | 3 | 4.4 |
Radio and climate controls are within easy reach, but are mounted low enough to require a long look away from the road to adjust--and the radio has particularly tiny buttons.
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front)
Seats are firm and comfortable, and there's sufficient leg room along with ample head room.
| Base conv 2WD, man. | LT 4WD | Class Average |
| 3 | 3 | 4.4 |
Seats are firm and comfortable, and there's sufficient leg room along with ample head room.
Room/Comfort (rear)
Short on leg room unless the front seats are well forward. There's a moderate step-up into the interior, but the narrow rear doors make it awkward to get in and out.
| Base conv 2WD, man. | LT 4WD | Class Average |
| 2 | 3 | 2.9 |
Short on leg room unless the front seats are well forward. There's a moderate step-up into the interior, but the narrow rear doors make it awkward to get in and out.
Cargo Room
Scant behind the rear seat, but the standard split/folding seatback drops to increase space and versatility. Tailgate opens to the right, hampering curbside loading.
| Base conv 2WD, man. | LT 4WD | Class Average |
| 6 | 6 | 6.6 |
Scant behind the rear seat, but the standard split/folding seatback drops to increase space and versatility. Tailgate opens to the right, hampering curbside loading.
Value within Class
Tracker has minor off-road prowess going for it, but remains an also-ran among mini-SUVs in the kind of driving most people do. A CR-V, Forester, or RAV4 is much more pleasant and enjoyable. They're roomier too, and have higher resale values.
| Base conv 2WD, man. | LT 4WD | Class Average |
| 2 | 2 | 3.8 |
Tracker has minor off-road prowess going for it, but remains an also-ran among mini-SUVs in the kind of driving most people do. A CR-V, Forester, or RAV4 is much more pleasant and enjoyable. They're roomier too, and have higher resale values.
Total Score
| Base conv 2WD, man. | LT 4WD | Class Average |
| 27 | 30 | 38.4 |
Scores for all Compact Sport-utility Vehicles
| Low Score | 27 | |
| Average Score | 38 | |
| High Score | 58 |
2000 Chevrolet Tracker Prices & Equipment
Model Prices
Prices Updated: 05/31/2000
| Trim Name | Retail Price | Dealer Invoice | Destination Charge |
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| 2-door convertible, 2WD | $13,975 | $13,164 | $425 |
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| 2-door convertible, 4WD | $15,075 | $14,201 | $425 |
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| 4-door wagon, 2WD | $15,200 | $14,318 | $425 |
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| 4-door wagon, 4WD | $16,300 | $15,355 | $425 |
Pricing Key: Retail prices listed with each report are set by the vehicle's
manufacturer. These figures appear on each car's federally mandated window sticker.
Most price lists also include dealer-invoice prices. Dealer-invoice prices are
what the dealer pays the manufacturer for the car and its factory-installed options.
The destination charge is not included in the suggested-retail or dealer-invoice price
and must be added to the cost of the vehicle. Car companies change prices frequently
throughout the year. If the prices published do not match those on the vehicle's
window sticker, the manufacturer has probably altered the price recently.
NA = price note available, NC = no charge.
Rebates and Incentives
There are no rebates or incentives at this time.
Consumer Guide®'s Rebates and Incentives represent a summary of national
manufacturer programs available. Regional restrictions may apply, and offerings
may vary by model. For a complete list of Rebate & Incentive programs click here.
Standard Equipment
Convertible
Powertrain
1.6-liter 4-cylinder engine, 5-speed manual transmission.
Safety
Dual front airbags, daytime running lights.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Power steering, cloth/vinyl front bucket seats, center console, cupholders, folding rear seat, AM/FM radio, digital clock, tachometer, variable intermittent wipers, passenger-side visor mirror, automatic headlights, floormats.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Dual outside mirrors.
Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires
Fuel-tank skid plate, front and rear tow hooks, rear-mounted full-size spare tire, 195/75R15 tires, 4WD adds: part-time 4-wheel drive, 2-speed transfer case, 205/75R15 tires.
Wagon adds to Convertible
Powertrain
2.0-liter dohc 4-cylinder engine.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Split folding rear seat, rear defogger, cargo cover.
Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires
4WD adds: part-time 4-wheel drive, 2-speed transfer case, 205/75R15 tires.
Optional Equipment
Major Packages |
Retail Price |
Invoice Price |
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Preferred Equipment Group 2
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Convertible, Wagon
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$1,545
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$1,375
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Air conditioning, AM/FM/cassette, cruise control, tilt steering wheel, cargo storage compartment (convertible), rear washer/wiper (wagon).
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Convenience Pkg.
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wagon
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$730
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$650
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Power mirrors, power windows and door locks, remote keyless entry. Requires Preferred Equipment Group 2.
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Hang Ten Edition
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convertible
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Hang Ten headrests, floormats, spare tire cover, and decals. Requires automatic transmission when ordered with 2.0-liter engine.
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Powertrain |
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2.0-liter dohc 4-cylinder engine
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convertible
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$400
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$356
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4-speed automatic transmission
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Convertible, Wagon
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$1,000
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$890
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Convertible requires 2.0-liter engine.
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Safety |
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Antilock brakes
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Convertible, Wagon
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$595
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$530
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Comfort and Convenience Features |
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Air conditioning
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Convertible, Wagon
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$935
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$832
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AM/FM/cassette
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Convertible, Wagon
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$165
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$147
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AM/FM/CD player
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Convertible, Wagon
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$265
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$236
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w/Preferred Equipment Group
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$100
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$89
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Appearance and Miscellaneous |
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Roof rack
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wagon
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$126
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$112
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Spare tire cover
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Convertible, Wagon
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$50
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$45
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Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires |
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Alloy wheels
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Convertible, Wagon
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$365
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$325
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2000 Chevrolet Tracker Specs & Safety
Vehicle Dimensions
| Specification | Chevrolet Tracker 2-door convertible | Chevrolet Tracker 4-door wagon |
| Wheelbase, in. | 86.6 | 97.6 |
| Overall Length, in. | 151.8 | 162.8 |
| Overall Width, in. | 67.3 | 67.3 |
| Overall Height, in. | 66.5 | 66.3 |
| Curb Weight, lbs. | 2723 | 2987 |
| Cargo Volume, cu. ft. | 33.7 | 44.7 |
| Standard Payload, lbs. | -- | -- |
| Fuel Capacity, gals. | 14.8 | 17.4 |
| Seating Capacity | 4 | 5 |
| Front Head Room, in. | 40.9 | 39.9 |
| Max. Front Leg Room, in. | 41.4 | 41.4 |
| Rear Head Room, in. | 39.5 | 39.6 |
| Max. Rear Leg Room, in. | 35.9 | 35.9 |
Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist.
Engines
| sohc I4 | dohc I4 | |
| Size, liters/cu. in. | 1.6 /97 | 2.0 /121 |
| Horsepower @ rpm. | 97 @ 5200 | 127 @ 6000 |
| Torque (lb-ft) @ rpm. | 103 @ 4000 | 134 @ 3000 |
| Availability | Standard | Standard |
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EPA City / highway mpg
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| 5-speed manual | 25/28 | 23/25 |
| 4-speed automatic | --/-- | 24/26 |
Engine Key: l/cu in. = liters/cubic inches; ohv = overhead valve; ohc = overhead camshaft;
dohc = dual overhead camshaft; I = inline cylinders; H = horizonally opposed cylinders;
V = cylinders in a V configuration; W = cylinders in a W configuration; rpm = revolutions
per minute; CVT = continuously variable (automatic) transmission; NA = not available; "--"
= measurement does not exist.
Safety Features
 Antilock Brakes Traction Control Antiskid System |
Front Side Airbags Curtain Side Airbags Rear Side Airbags |
NHTSA Crash-Test Results
| Test | Chevrolet Tracker 2-door convertible | Chevrolet Tracker 4-door wagon |
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) tests a vehicle's
worthiness in front- and side-impact collisions and rates its resistance to
rollovers. Front-impact crash-test numbers indicate the chance of serious injury:
5 = 10% or less; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-35%; 2 = 35-45%; 1 = More than 45%. Side-impact
crash-test numbers indicate: 5 = 5% or less; 4 = 6-10%; 3 = 11-20%; 2 = 21-25%;
1 = More than 26%. Rollover resistance numbers indicate the chance for rollover
when the vehicle leaves the roadway: 5 = Less than 10%; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-30%;
2 = 30-40%; 1 = More than 40%.
Manufacturer's Warranty
| Class | Years/Miles | Comments |
| Powertrain | None/-- | -- |
| Bumper-to-bumper | 3/36,000 | -- |
| Corrosion | 6/100,000 | -- |
| Free roadside assistance | 3/36,000 | -- |
| Free scheduled maintenance | None/-- | -- |
Manufacturers may periodically offer additional coverage as a purchase incentive.
There offers are not reflected on this chart. The federal government requires two
other warranties. The Exhaust Emission Warranty covers corrosion-related parts for
2 years/24,000 miles, plus 8 years/80,000 miles on the catalytic converter and any
on-board diagnostic device. The Passenger Restraint Warranty covers seat belts
and airbags for 5 years/50,000 miles.
Built in:
Canada
Drivewheels:
4-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive
Also in the 2000 Chevrolet Tracker Review:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
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7.
8.
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