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Technical data

This 3.8 AT (105 hp) engine was fitted in the 1 generation Estate Wagon wagon 5-doors, which was produced by Chevrolet from 1978 to . In addition to this engine, 8 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 km18.7litre
Highway fuel consumption per 100 km10.8litre
Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km15.6litre
Fuel tank capacity68.9litre
Cruising rangefrom 370 to 640km
Fuel95 RON
Top speed158km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)16.3second

Engine

Displacement3785cm3
Engine power105bhp
RPM at max powerfrom 3 400RPM
Maximum torque244Nm
RPM at max torque2000RPM
Engine typeGasoline
Cylinder layoutV-type
Injection typeCarburetor
Number of cylinders6
Valves per cylinder2
Bore96.5mm
Stroke86.4mm

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxAutomatic
Number of gears3
Drive wheelsRear-wheel drive
Turning circle12.2m

Body

Seats6
Length4911mm
Width1809mm
Height1384mm
Wheelbase2745mm
Front track1486mm
Rear track1467mm
Ground clearance145mm
Kerb weight1483.6kg
Min. boot capacity2049litre
Max. boot capacity2049litre
Body typeEstate

Suspension & brakes

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

Real-world consumption (est.)

City22.4 litres / 100km
Highway13 litres / 100km
Average18.7 litres / 100km

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

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