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2 generation Sedan


Technical data

This 3.8 Powerglide (140 hp) engine was fitted in the 2 generation Sedan, which was produced by Chevrolet from 1968 to . In addition to this engine, 22 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

Highway fuel consumption per 100 km11.5litre
Fuel tank capacity76litre
Cruising rangeto 660km
Fuel92 RON
Top speed160km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)15.9second

Engine

Displacement3768cm3
Engine power140bhp
RPM at max powerfrom 4 400RPM
Maximum torque298Nm
RPM at max torque1600RPM
Engine typeGasoline
Cylinder layoutInline
Injection typeCarburetor
Number of cylinders6
Valves per cylinder2
Bore98.42mm
Stroke82.55mm

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxAutomatic
Number of gears2
Drive wheelsRear-wheel drive
Turning circle13.75m

Body

Seats6
Length5108mm
Width1923mm
Height1354mm
Wheelbase2946mm
Front track1499mm
Rear track1499mm
Ground clearance122mm
Kerb weight1476kg
Min. boot capacity362litre
Max. boot capacity362litre
Body typeSedan

Suspension & brakes

Front suspensionIndependent, Lever, Dampers, Spring, Stabilizer bar
Rear suspensionMulti wishbone, Trailing arms, Stabilizer bar
Front brakesDrum
Rear brakesDrum

Real-world consumption (est.)

Highway13.8 litres / 100km

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

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