Chevrolet has already revealed its new Cruze family car, which goes on sale in the UK next spring, but now goes further with the unveiling of its new seven-seater compact people carrier, the Orlando.

Styled with off-roader leanings, the Orlando should go into production in 2009, and Chevrolet is showing the concept version at the Paris Motor Show this month.

The firm’s electric vehicle, the Volt, has debuted in Paris — it’s a full four-seater family saloon that can cover more than 40 miles on one charge, and is set to go on sale in 2010.