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Technical data

This 5.7 AT (160 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 km23.8litre
Highway fuel consumption per 100 km13.5litre
Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km19.7litre
Fuel tank capacity68.9litre
Cruising rangefrom 290 to 510km
Fuel95 RON
Top speed181km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)12.9second

Engine

Displacement5735cm3
Engine power160bhp
RPM at max powerfrom 3 800RPM
Maximum torque353Nm
RPM at max torque2400RPM
Engine typeGasoline
Cylinder layoutV-type
Injection typeCarburetor
Number of cylinders8
Valves per cylinder2
Bore101.6mm
Stroke88.4mm

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 weight1595.2kg
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.)

City28.6 litres / 100km
Highway16.2 litres / 100km
Average23.6 litres / 100km

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

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