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Technical data

This 3.8 Synchromesh (140 hp) engine was fitted in the 2 generation Estate, which was produced by Chevrolet from 1966 to . In addition to this engine, 14 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 km19.7litre
Highway fuel consumption per 100 km12.4litre
Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km17.2litre
Fuel tank capacity61litre
Cruising rangefrom 310 to 490km
Fuel92 RON
Top speed152km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)12.9second

Engine

Displacement3769cm3
Engine power140bhp
RPM at max powerto 4 400RPM
Maximum torque220Nm
RPM at max torque1600RPM
Engine typeGasoline
Cylinder layoutInline
Injection typeCarburetor
Number of cylinders6
Valves per cylinder2
Bore93.34mm
Stroke82.5mm

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxManual
Number of gears3
Drive wheelsRear-wheel drive
Turning circle12m

Body

Seats5
Length4648mm
Width1811mm
Height1415mm
Wheelbase2794mm
Front track1443mm
Rear track1430mm
Ground clearance132mm
Min. boot capacity1100litre
Max. boot capacity2158litre
Body typeEstate

Suspension & brakes

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

Real-world consumption (est.)

City23.6 litres / 100km
Highway14.9 litres / 100km
Average20.6 litres / 100km

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

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