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3 generation Kingswood Estate wagon


Technical data

This 5.0 Turbo Hydra-Matic 2-seat (145 hp) engine was fitted in the 3 generation Kingswood Estate wagon, which was produced by Chevrolet from 1977 to 1979. In addition to this engine, 3 other engines were also available for this body — their technical data and fuel economy are accessible by clicking the body name at the top of the page.

Power & fuel consumption

Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km20.8litre
Fuel tank capacity83.3litre
Fuel95 RON
Top speed161km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)15second

Engine

Displacement5001cm3
Engine power145bhp
RPM at max powerto 3 800RPM
Maximum torque332Nm
RPM at max torque2400RPM
Engine typeGasoline
Cylinder layoutV-type
Injection typeCarburetor
Number of cylinders8
Valves per cylinder2
Bore94.9mm
Stroke88.4mm

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxAutomatic
Number of gears3
Drive wheelsRear-wheel drive
Turning circle13.75m

Body

Seats6
Length5454mm
Width2010mm
Height1473mm
Wheelbase2945mm
Front track1578mm
Rear track1628mm
Ground clearance150mm
Kerb weight1907kg
Min. boot capacity2465litre
Max. boot capacity2465litre
Loading height741mm
Body typeEstate

Suspension & brakes

Front suspensionDouble wishbone
Rear suspensionMulti wishbone
Front brakesDisc
Rear brakesDrum

Real-world consumption (est.)

Average25 litres / 100km

Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.

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