The Chevrolet Lacetti is a stylish and practical 5-door hatchback that is considered a family car. There are also sedans and station wagons. The Lacetti has a spacious interior with many convenient storage compartments. This car is considered a very safe vehicle. The Chevrolet Lacetti was first presented at the Frankfurt Motor Show more than ten years ago. Since that time, the bright representative of the “C” class has occupied a leading position in the ranking of the most frequently sold budget cars.
Some time after the Lacetti was released, the designers decided to slightly change its appearance. After tuning, the Chevrolet Lacetti hatchback received a completely new stylish body design, and the basic equipment of the car was also updated. The interior was not left without attention. It has become more spacious without sacrificing trunk space. Such features have made the car a profitable and popular purchase for many car enthusiasts. When the Lacetti was equipped with additional safety features, this car began to demonstrate new parameters, thanks to which the popularity of this car increased.
Tuning a Chevrolet Lacetti, where is the best place to start?
The appearance of the Chevrolet Lacetti is quite attractive, but not too flashy. Therefore, every happy owner has the opportunity to give free rein to his imagination and tune the iron horse to his taste.
If it’s your rule to give your car an individual style, our article will give you a hint on how to do it in the best possible way. In modern conditions, there are many parts and different devices that will make the transformation of your Chevrolet Lacetti successful and fashionable.
If you are determined to start tuning the appearance of your car, you cannot ignore installing a set of high-quality body kits. It is better if the body kits are made of durable fiberglass
The standard set of body kits includes a skirt, covers for both bumpers and sills for the front bumper, as in the photo of the Chevrolet Lacetti sedan tuning:
With the help of such parts, your car will become more attractive. Chevrolet will acquire a sporty look and will be noticeable on the road. Another advantage of the body kit is that it will allow the car to evenly distribute the load of the air flow of other cars, increasing the aerodynamics of your Lacetti and improving its handling.
To reduce noticeable gaps between the bumper and the skirt of the car without much hassle, you can use special pads. They will not only hide the gaps, but will also add unique features to the appearance of your car. Many car owners usually install an additional set of thresholds on their Chevrolet. A modernized rear pad would also be useful. You can create a unique image for the iron horse by installing a lower spoiler on the rear door.
This way your Lacetti will have an aesthetic advantage on the road. If upgrading your car's appearance is an enjoyable process for you, go one step further. Airbrushing practically never goes out of fashion. The new technologies that are now used to apply drawings to the body are so advanced that you can decorate an iron horse with absolutely any image. You can limit yourself to just the hood or trunk lid; some prefer to decorate only the rear fenders, but the choice is yours. Discreet chrome elements will add elegance to the car.
LEDs are still in high demand. They can emphasize the shapes of headlights and dimensions. Many car owners prefer to highlight the license plate in this way. The female option is false eyelashes for the headlights; they look very original. Men will like xenon lamps with light of different shades. A great option is to highlight the underbody of the car.
This will make your car the centerpiece that attracts attention.
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Vehicle technical data
Adjusting the Chevrolet Lacetti gearbox control drive
During production until 2012, the car did not undergo significant technical changes. The consumer was offered a choice of only two engines of different sizes and power (1.6 and 1.4 liters and 109 and 90 horsepower, respectively).
The 1.6 engine has proven itself on the positive side thanks to good dynamics and moderate fuel appetite, however, in terms of reliability, many owners have had minor complaints. The “junior” engine did not shine with dynamic performance (acceleration to 100 km/h in 13 seconds), but in terms of reliability it was superior to its counterpart.
The photo shows the tuning of the Chevrolet Lacetti sedan:
There were also two transmission options available to buyers. The 5-speed manual gearbox was distinguished by an optimal choice of gear ratios and good coupling with the engine (at a speed of 120 km/h in 5th gear, the tachometer reading was 3100 rpm).
In operation, the “mechanics” are unpretentious and reliable; according to their characteristics, they are quite capable of operating for 200 thousand kilometers or more. An alternative to mechanics is a torque converter 4-speed automatic transmission.
Gear shifts with such a gearbox occur smoothly and unobtrusively; it did not differ in any special performance in terms of dynamics. The fuel consumption rate is approximately 30% higher compared to manual transmission.
In terms of reliability, the unit has proven itself only from the best side (there are known cases of overcoming a mileage of 250,000 kilometers without repairing the transmission).
In the photo, tuning the interior of a Chevrolet Lacetti sedan:
For its time (production began in 2004), the car had a full range of modern features in terms of comfort and safety. The owner had at his disposal a climate system (depending on the configuration in the form of air conditioning or climate control), an audio system, several airbags, full power accessories and electrically adjustable side-view mirrors.
Video tuning Chevrolet Lacetti sedan
Styling and tuning Chevrolet Lacetti
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It is necessary to distinguish between styling and tuning a car.
Tuning
It involves the improvement of various technical characteristics and is carried out by modifying or replacing components and parts in order to improve dynamics, efficiency, and increase safety.
Video process of tuning Chevrolet Lacetti
There are:
- Engine tuning, which consists of modifying it or replacing it with a more powerful one. In this case, industrially produced parts with improved characteristics are used or standard ones are modified;
- Suspension tuning, including modification or replacement of shock absorbers, changing ground clearance;
- Brake tuning is usually performed before or simultaneously with engine tuning;
- Chip tuning allows you to significantly change the operating mode of the engine by replacing the control program. Its implementation is mandatory for any modifications to the engine.
Styling
As a rule, it is aimed at changing the appearance, interior, acoustics, which allows you to make the car unique, but does not change its technical characteristics. Very often the concept of styling is replaced by the terms external and internal tuning, which is not entirely true, but has become the norm everywhere.
How to choose the right body kit?
The main rule of a competent body kit is its full compatibility - the tuning part must fully correspond to the car model. The optimal solution would be to select components based on the vehicle’s VIN number or by checking the part numbers on the official Generous Motors website.
Also, when choosing, you should take into account the weight and dimensions of the part - the components should not overload the car or disrupt the aerodynamic characteristics. Reducing the ground clearance or increasing the body height with third-party parts is not allowed - a non-standard tuning package negatively affects the car’s handling, which impedes safe operation.
If you want to improve your car, it is advisable to use the services of a dealer service station - in the absence of practical repair skills, tuning a car can lead to the opposite of the desired effect.
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The final stage of tuning is improving safety
Chevrolet Lacetti CDIX Logbook Replacing rear brake discs and pads
At the end of tuning the Chevrolet Lacetti (photo below), we advise you to think about improving the safety of your car. Even for a safe Chevrolet Lacetti this will not be superfluous. There is technology that can almost completely protect everyone in the car in the event of an accident. To do this, you need to install reinforced tunnels and thresholds, strengthen the central pillar. It can be strengthened by additional welding.
It is better to strengthen the sides in the engine compartment with an additional layer of durable metal. Such measures will very well protect the legs of the driver and his passengers in the event of a head-on collision. Also, this system will prevent doorways from deforming, which will make it easy to get out of the car in the event of an accident. It is better to set the airbags to a reduced explosion pressure, so they will not injure passengers in the event of a sudden deployment.
It often happens that during a minor collision, airbags injure people more than if they were not present at all. Experts also recommend installing disc brakes, as well as an additional system for stabilizing airbags so that they perform their main function without injuring the cervical vertebrae.
At this stage, tuning the Chevrolet Lacetti can be considered complete. However, there is always room for new ideas. Follow fashion trends in the world of automotive design so that your car keeps up with the times. Remember, the main thing is that all the changes you make to the design and technical condition of your car are completely satisfactory to you. So that you feel great behind the wheel of your beloved Chevrolet Lacetti, and other drivers and pedestrians notice your iron horse and note its external beauty, style and special sound.
Below is a video with interesting tuning options for the Chevrolet Lacetti hatchback:
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External tuning of Chevrolet Lacetti
The Chevrolet Lacetti is a very successful car if we consider it from the point of view of external tuning. Chevrolet Lacetti with any body type - sedan, station wagon, hatchback - can be externally tuned. And the affordable price makes tuning the Chevrolet Lacetti even more popular.
Chevrolet Lacetti Sedan is one of the most popular cars both in Russia and abroad. The simplest and most popular tuning of the Chevrolet Lacetti Sedan is external tuning. In most cases, external tuning of this car comes down to installing a body kit, installing eyelashes on the headlights and installing a spoiler.
Installing a body kit makes it possible to give the car several new qualities at once, for example, elegance, individuality, sportiness and others. Chevrolet can acquire a more sporty and aggressive or, conversely, sophisticated and refined look, while maintaining its individual characteristics. What your Chevrolet Lacetti will be like is up to you to decide, especially considering that there are quite a lot of options.
The body kit on the Chevrolet Lacetti can be equipped with bumpers or bumper covers. The body kit, which consists of bumper covers, in addition to its aesthetic function, also has the function of protecting bumpers and sills from minor contact with obstacles. The body kit, which includes bumpers, can be used as an alternative to new original Chevrolet Lacetti spare parts.
Tuning optics can have a very big impact in shaping the appearance of a car. For Chevrolet, headlights with a special LED suspension, which are most often called “angel eyes,” are best suited. During the day this change will hardly be noticeable, but at night the car will take on a truly new look.
Lacetti interior tuning
When tuning your Chevrolet Lacetti, you should not limit yourself to appearance alone. The interior of the car also plays a very important role. Tuning a car interior can significantly improve aesthetics and comfort. In addition, a lot of prospects open up for the owner to make any of his plans a reality. The choice of style is almost limitless.
Examples of interior improvements can be seen in the photo of the Chevrolet Lacetti tuning.
Of course, attention should be paid not only to the external design, but also to such things as, for example, reducing body noise
Chip tuning Chevrolet Lacetti
The electronic brain of modern cars allows the dynamics and traction of the engine without performing any complex operations with a file and a wrench. You just need to perform chip tuning of the Chevrolet Lacetti engine so that the car becomes much more powerful and faster in exactly the modes that the owner of this car needs.
Chip tuning is the reprogramming or flashing of the electronic control unit of the engine power unit. Changing the operating parameters of individual systems and mechanisms can have a very positive effect on engine power and the torque produced by this engine. Of course, only if a successful program was used.
You can increase engine power not only by chip tuning. For example, one of the most well-known and reliable methods is to install a turbocharger on a vehicle. Any car owner can do such an operation himself if he becomes familiar with the basics of installing attachments.
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What to do after chipping
Internal tuning of the Chevrolet Lacetti sedan is not limited to chipping. Increasing performance of the power unit requires changes to other components. First of all, you need to make sure that the exhaust system matches the new engine settings. If the car's power changes significantly, you can install a spider system, as well as a direct-flow muffler. The visual effect can be achieved using the “Dragon” installation (releases flames through a muffler).
The brake system also requires some improvement. The market offers a wide selection of sports spare parts that will help increase the safety level of your car, taking into account the changed engine characteristics.
In order to make the car more “squat”, shock absorbers with lowered springs are installed. This will also contribute to better controllability at high speeds when maneuvering.
Improved operating comfort
To improve comfort in modern realities, the Chevrolet Lacetti sedan would need to radically refresh the interior design (especially the front panel) and add additional functions to the equipment (parking sensors or rear view camera, ESP brake force distribution system). But this article will help you understand which brake discs are best to use on a Chevrolet Lacetti.
These changes would extend the life of the model on the assembly line and maintain high demand for a car that is reliable in its design.
Headlight tuning
The headlight unit in this car is made in the form of a single structure that combines all the lighting lamps.
To improve the quality of light, car enthusiasts resort to several methods:
If there is no hatch
The presence of a hatch is a nice addition to the interior. Additional light and ventilation. You can either order its installation from specialists or do it yourself. First you need to choose the right one.
The hatch drive can be mechanical or electric. Installing the second one is, of course, more expensive. The glass can be tinted or mirrored, or it can have a special relief coating that protects from direct sunlight. Most hatches can be lifted vertically for ventilation, and slide back into the roof body for full opening.
