GM Delta platform
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| GM Delta platform | |
| Manufacturer: | General Motors |
|---|---|
| Production: | 2003–present |
| Predecessor: | GM J platform GM Z platform |
| Class: | Compact |
| Body style: | 2-door coupe 4-door sedan 4-door SUV 5-door hatchback 3-door hatchback |
| Similar: | Ford C170 platform Mitsubishi GS platform |
Delta is General Motors' new compact front-wheel drive automobile and crossover SUV platform, replacing the GM J platform and the Z platform used by the Saturn S-Series. The platform debuted in the 2003 Saturn ION. Vehicles of this platform generally carry the symbol "A" in the fourth digit of their VINs. The architecture was mainly developed by Opel in Germany and bears strong resemblance to the previous Opel Astra (GM2700/3000) platform. The 2004 Astra H/C is a Delta car and therefore the platform is in fact an evolution of the GM2700/3000.
The Volkswagen Jetta is said to have been the target for the design group. Delta uses an independent suspension in front and torsion bar type in the rear. The Ecotec Family II engine is widely used, as are a 4-speed automatic and 5-speed manual transmission.
Control of the Delta platform has passed, as of 2005, to GM Europe. Headquartered with Opel in Rüsselsheim, Germany, GM Europe will be responsible for all future Delta product decisions.
[edit] Vehicles
Current vehicles based on this platform:
- 2003 Saturn ION
- 2004 Opel Astra
- 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt
- 2005 Pontiac Pursuit/G4 (Canada/Mexico only)
- 2006 Chevrolet HHR crossover SUV
- 2007 Pontiac G5
- 2005 Opel Zafira
- 2008 Saturn Astra
Possible future vehicles based on Delta:
- 2008 Saab 9-1
Concept vehicles based on this platform:
- Oldsmobile O4
[edit] Delta II
The new version of the Delta architecture is currently being prepared.
Concept vehicles based on this platform:
- 2007 Chevrolet Volt
Future vehicles based on Delta II platform:
- 2009 GM Daewoo New Compact Car
- GMC crossover SUV
- Opel crossover SUV
[edit] See also
Current GM platforms:
