First Look: 2009 Chevy HHR - MotorTrend Magazine

Whether you like its retro-themed style or not, the Chevrolet HHR is arguably better looking than the PT Cruiser -- the car to which it's been so closely compared. And according to GM's sales figures, the HHR is selling very well, while the PT is headed off to the scrap heap shortly. The Bow Tie folks are reporting an eight percent sales increase in the first half of 2008 compared to the same time last year, a trend likely aided by the newly-released HHR SS and higher gas prices. For the 2009 model year, Chevrolet is adding a "blank canvas" Panel SS version to the HHR lineup aimed at giving performance minded customers or business owners the best option in expressing their "automotive creativity. Like previous models, a 60/40 rear seat and fully-folding front passenger chair are standard on all models. All HHR models receive roof rail side airbags on top of StabiliTrak traction control and anti-lock brakes for added safety. GM's Performance Division had some fun for 2009 and mixed the newly introduced flat panel HHR model with its sportier and racier HHR SS, resulting in the HHR Panel SS. If you're not already in the know, HHRs equipped with panels have no rear... Source: www.motortrend.com