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Chevrolet officially opened the order books for the 2016 Chevrolet Impala in Korea today, marking the very first time the brand has introduced a full-size sedan to the Korean domestic market.
Like the version on our shores, the Korea-bound Impala is assembled at Detroit-Hamtramck Assembly plant in Detroit.
Customers in Korea can choose from a 2.5L SIDI L4 or a 3.6L SIDI V6 powerplant, just like here. In addition, rain-sensing wipers, power folding side mirrors, standard navigation, unique antenna, a 220v outlet, rear controls and heated seats, unique gauge cluster, locking fuel cap, an electronic toll collecting system are all available on the export model.
The GM Authority Take
If nothing else, these applications appear to be indicators that the Corvette will get an electrified or hybrid variant. The possibility is interesting, but come off as disconcerting to those Corvette enthusiasts who consider it borderline treasonous to the Corvette brand, nameplate, and spirit for any kind of powertrain except for a monstrous V8 to be found under the hood of a Corvette.
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