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2.8 MT (130 hp)


Technical data

This 2.8 MT (130 hp) engine was fitted in the 2 generation Cabriolet, which was produced by Chevrolet from 1987 to 1990. 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

City fuel consumption per 100 km11.8litre
Highway fuel consumption per 100 km8.7litre
Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km10.2litre
Fuel tank capacity51litre
Cruising rangefrom 430 to 590km
Fuel92 RON
Top speed185km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)9.7second

Engine

Displacement2838cm3
Engine power130bhp
RPM at max powerto 4 500RPM
Maximum torque217Nm
RPM at max torque3600RPM
Engine typeGasoline
Cylinder layoutV-type
Injection typeMulti-point injection
Number of cylinders6
Valves per cylinder2
Bore88.9mm
Stroke76.2mm

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxManual
Number of gears5
Drive wheelsFront-wheel drive
Turning circle11.3m

Body

Seats4
Length4539mm
Width1676mm
Height1339mm
Wheelbase2570mm
Front track1407mm
Rear track1402mm
Kerb weight1238kg
Min. boot capacity295litre
Max. boot capacity295litre
Body typeCabriolet

Suspension & brakes

Front suspensionIndependent, MacPherson Struts, Spring, Stabilizer bar
Rear suspensionIndependent, Lever, Dampers, Spring, Stabilizer bar
Front brakesDisc
Rear brakesDrum

Real-world consumption (est.)

City14.2 litres / 100km
Highway10.4 litres / 100km
Average12.2 litres / 100km

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

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