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Technical data

This 2.7 Powerglide (140 hp) engine was fitted in the 2 generation Coupe, 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

Highway fuel consumption per 100 km9.5litre
Fuel tank capacity53litre
Cruising rangeto 560km
Fuel92 RON
Top speed170km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)13.3second

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

GearboxAutomatic
Number of gears2
Drive wheelsRear-wheel drive
Turning circle11.43m

Body

Seats5
Length4656mm
Width1770mm
Height1341mm
Wheelbase2743mm
Front track1397mm
Rear track1453mm
Ground clearance137mm
Kerb weight1168kg
Min. boot capacity198litre
Max. boot capacity198litre
Body typeCoupe

Suspension & brakes

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

Real-world consumption (est.)

Highway11.4 litres / 100km

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

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