USA - Chevy adds more special editions to its range of SUV's giving it's ever growing sales more choice for the buyer.

• Equinox Midnight and Sport Editions, Traverse Graphite Edition offer distinction

Chevrolet announced it is expanding its popular special edition models to include the Equinox and Traverse SUVs for 2017.

Equinox sales are up 8 percent and Traverse had its best month ever, with retail sales up 24 percent in the month of July as compact and midsize SUVs continue to be hot segments. Chevrolet retail crossover sales were up 20 percent in July for the best July ever.

The News

The Equinox Midnight and Sport Editions and Traverse Graphite Edition join the Trax Midnight Edition and a growing portfolio of Chevrolet special edition vehicles.

They have proven popular with customers, with special edition Chevy trucks selling up to three times faster than the average truck and to younger, more affluent buyers.

Product Details

The 2017 Equinox Midnight Edition is offered in Mosaic Black Metallic, while the Sport Edition is offered in Summit White. Both are offered on the LT model and require the available Convenience Package. Content for both includes:

• Black grille and Chevrolet bowties
• Black 18-inch aluminum wheels
• Jet-black perforated leather-appointed seats, giving customers the opportunity to have leather on an LT model
• Memory settings for the driver’s seat and exterior mirrors
• Black mirror caps and roof rack crossbars

The 2017 Traverse Graphite Edition is available exclusively on the 2LT model and its features include:

• Mosaic Black Metallic, Tungsten Metallic, Siren Red Tintcoat and Iridescent Pearl Tricoat exterior colors
• 20-inch Dark Charcoal wheels
• Dual exhaust
• Black Chevrolet bowties
• Integrated Assist Step

Quotable

“Special Editions resonate with buyers, offering a unique package with unique looks,” said Betsy Flegg, senior manager, Chevrolet SUVs. “We’ve already seen a strong interest with the Trax Midnight Edition when we announced production last December. We anticipate customers will strongly like the looks of the new Equinox Midnight and Sport Editions and Traverse Graphite Edition.”

“Special Editions give consumers an opportunity to buy something outside of the mainstream trim designation,” said Karl Brauer, senior director, automotive industry insights, Kelly Blue Book. “This lets them spend a little more for a unique model, one that often provides a higher resale value when it’s time to sell or trade the vehicle for their next purchase.”

On Sale

Currently on sale

Dacia launches new Special Edition Sandero, the 'Midnight', comes with a host of extra kit.

• Adds extras including exclusive alloy wheels, Slate Grey metallic paint and Comfort pack
• Prices start at £9,345 OTR
• Available for UK customers to order now

Dacia has introduced a new special edition to its Sandero family car line-up - the Sandero Midnight. Sandero Midnight builds on the existing top-of-the-range Lauréate version specification by adding a host of exclusive extras designed to give a classy yet discreet look and is available to order now priced from just £9,345.

On the exterior, Sandero Midnight comes with 15-inch 'Aquila' alloy wheels, an exclusive Slate Grey metallic paint finish and a gloss black exterior trim on the door mirrors and B-pillar.

Inside, the Midnight continues the dark theme with gloss black trim on the door handles, central console surround and steering wheel whilst the 'Comfort Pack' adds electric rear windows and a leather steering wheel to the equipment list.

These enhancements are in addition to the extensive standard equipment from the Lauréate trim level, so Sandero Midnight also comes with air conditioning, electric front windows, cruise control, speed limiter, a trip computer, Bluetooth connectivity, a four-speaker radio/CD player and ESC with Traction Control as standard.

For those who wish to add further comfort to their Sandero, rear parking sensors, 'Dark carbon' leather upholstery and the MediaNav 7-inch touchscreen multimedia and sat-nav system are amongst the available options.

Sandero Midnight is available as either a petrol or diesel engine version. The 0.9-litre TCe 90 petrol engine achieves 0-60mph in 11.1 seconds, has a top speed of 109mph and returns 56.5mpg (on the official combined cycle). The 1.5-litre dCi 90 diesel engine achieves 0-60mph in 12.1 seconds, has a top speed of 107mph, CO₂emissions of 99g/km (meaning it is in Band A for road fund licence) and returns 74.3mpg (combined).

As with every new Dacia, Sandero Midnight is covered by a three year / 60,000 miles warranty as standard, which includes roadside assistance. Servicing is once every 12 months or 12,000 miles and extended warranty packages of up to seven years are also available.

Version	VED Band	CO2 (g/km)	Insurance	Price
Sandero Midnight TCe 90	C	116	TBC	£9,354.00
Sandero Midnight dCi 90	A	99	TBC	£10,345.00