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Technical data

This 3.8 Powerglide (140 hp) engine was fitted in the 3 generation [Restyling] Coupe, which was produced by Chevrolet from 1969 to . In addition to this engine, 22 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 km10litre
Fuel tank capacity68litre
Cruising rangeto 680km
Fuel92 RON
Top speed165km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)15.4second

Engine

Displacement3769cm3
Engine power140bhp
RPM at max powerfrom 4 400RPM
Maximum torque298Nm
RPM at max torque1600RPM
Engine typeGasoline
Cylinder layoutInline
Injection typeCarburetor
Number of cylinders6
Valves per cylinder2
Bore98.42mm
Stroke82.55mm

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxAutomatic
Number of gears2
Drive wheelsRear-wheel drive
Turning circle13m

Body

Seats5
Length4811mm
Width1839mm
Height1333mm
Wheelbase2819mm
Front track1499mm
Rear track1496mm
Ground clearance160mm
Min. boot capacity351litre
Max. boot capacity351litre
Body typeCoupe

Suspension & brakes

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

Real-world consumption (est.)

Highway12 litres / 100km

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

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