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Technical data

This 2.7 4MT (140 hp) engine was fitted in the 2 generation Cabriolet, which was produced by Chevrolet from 1965 to . In addition to this engine, 10 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 km12.2litre
Highway fuel consumption per 100 km9litre
Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km11.6litre
Fuel tank capacity53litre
Cruising rangefrom 430 to 590km
Fuel92 RON
Top speed167km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)12.2second

Engine

Displacement2687cm3
Engine power140bhp
RPM at max powerfrom 5 200RPM
Maximum torque217Nm
RPM at max torque3600RPM
Engine typeGasoline
Cylinder layoutOpposed
Injection typeCarburetor
Number of cylinders6
Valves per cylinder2
Bore87.3mm
Stroke74.68mm

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxManual
Number of gears4
Drive wheelsRear-wheel drive
Turning circle11.43m

Body

Seats5
Length4656mm
Width1770mm
Height1346mm
Wheelbase2743mm
Front track1397mm
Rear track1453mm
Ground clearance137mm
Kerb weight1267kg
Min. boot capacity198litre
Max. boot capacity198litre
Body typeCabriolet

Suspension & brakes

Front suspensionIndependent, Lever, Dampers, Spring, Stabilizer bar
Rear suspensionIndependent, Lever, Dampers, Spring, Stabilizer bar
Front brakesDrum
Rear brakesDrum

Real-world consumption (est.)

City14.6 litres / 100km
Highway10.8 litres / 100km
Average13.9 litres / 100km

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

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