A great little car
In October 2009 we bought a new HHR, and loved it so much we bought a 2007 HHR in April 2010.
The only problem I have is that this seems to be the only car made in America that doesn't have automatic or electronic door locks. I call it a "clicker." What's up with that?
Also, the automatic window openers are in a ridiculous location.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? No
Review Date: 24th May, 2010
Honestly one of the best cars I've owned
Absolutely no mechanical issues whatsoever.
This has been outstanding value. This little car is stylish, economical and surprisingly rugged.
I cannot imagine how others can consider the car cheaply built. The 2.2 ecotec 4 cylinder and Hydra-Matic 4t45e trans-axle are as sturdy as the old Chevy's from the 60's.
The styling is eye catching, and many people who see it stop me to tell a story about the '49 Suburban their dad owned or something of that nature.
The usable storage area is huge for this size vehicle.
The fuel economy is tremendous - far exceeding the EPA 23/30. I have never gone below 25 city, and I have seen 34 highway.
I have never owned a car this small, and I never thought I would be this happy with it.
Just in case any one was wondering, both the HHR and PT Cruiser were designed by the same man - he moved from Chrysler to GM!
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 18th April, 2008
"Just in case any one was wondering, both the HHR and PT Cruiser were designed by the same man - he moved from Chrysler to GM!"
That explains why they both look terrible. He should be fired... again.
One man's treasure. Personally, I love the styling.
I understand that you may not like the design, and to each their own; if every man wanted to date a redhead, then there would be no need for blondes or brunettes.
Personally I've had 3 PT Cruisers and I absolutely love them. They are loaded with space. I am looking forward to buying an HHR with even more cargo room.
One man's junk is another man's treasure; that's exactly how I think this fits the story. I absolutely love the styling of them.
I didn't know this, but I love the PT Cruiser and I love the HHR's looks. Having said that, I drive a Honda Elephant (Element). If it was up to you, we would all be driving Dodge mini vans.
Very cool car, economical, but boarderlines on cheaply made
Rattling under the dashboard, unsure what.
Front end has a popping sound again a mystery.
Door lock button night illumination lamps out.
My wife and I bought this car slightly used and we love it pretty much, but there are some issues that have surfaced that I don't know about. The first thing that happened was the mystery rattle in the dash behind the speedometer, you hear it mostly when you hit a bump in the road, I have not had a chance to get it looked at yet. There is also a popping sound under the front end, the car still steers fine, but popes and makes sounds when turning. Also the more I drive the car and the more I inspect it the more I am finding that while the HHR is a cool looking car it is very, very cheaply made, the metal on the body is so thin I dented the front fender just by pushing down on it, and with not a lot of pressure I might add, there is also a lot of plastic on the body more than I have seen, it is like parts of this car were so oddly shaped, plastic was the only option to get it done. On the positive side the Ecotech motor seems to have plenty of power and is getting around 28 to 30 miles to the gallon The HHR is also very roomy, I am 6 ft tall and I have no problems with comfort, and the ride of the car is great for its size, and the overall layout of the dash and instruments are stylish and easy to read, with my only grip being the cup holders and the window switches being improperly placed. In conclusion I like the HHR it is a new car and I think Chevy will work the bugs out and have a great retro car for many years to come.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 4th January, 2008
I had to drive one of those miserable things in driver's ed.
I TOTALLY AGREE ON THE CHEAPNESS!!!
I don't see where anyone can find cheapness. I agree it's not comparable to something like the new Malibu, but it's a CHEAP car. HHR is an economy car. It's basically a tall Cobalt. Check out the Dollar Store hard, cheap, hollow sounding plastic used in every Chrysler product and you'd think you were getting in a Bentley when you jump back in the HHR.
31st May 2010, 01:28
It does have automatic door locks - they are programmable and can be disabled through the customization mode of the Driver Information Center. If you bought the car used, the previous owner may have disabled it. With they key to "ON" press both the DIC Mode Change and Reset buttons simultaneously on the steering wheel. This will display the customization menu. Press the Menu key until you reach the menu option for Auto Lock and Auto Unlock. It will allow you to change options from Off, Shift to Park and Key Off. Choose the setting you like and your auto door locks will be enabled.