What is the Chevrolet Chevette?
The Chevette was Chevrolet’s entry-level subcompact, designed as a practical small car for everyday use. It was based on GM’s worldwide T-body design and replaced the Vega at the bottom of Chevrolet’s range.
The Chevette had a single generation, running from 1976 to 1987 under the T-body code. Its compact body and straightforward design made it a small-car mainstay in Chevrolet’s lineup.
Engines and power
U.S. EPA listings cover petrol and diesel versions with engines from 1.6 to 1.8 litres.
How economical was the Chevette, and where was it sold?
The U.S. EPA lists the Chevette for model years 1984–1987. Its best combined rating is 36 MPG, and its lowest listed consumption is 6.5 L/100 km. These are U.S. EPA measures; European WLTP and NEDC procedures and Canada’s 5-cycle test can produce different results.
The Chevette is listed in the United States. As Chevrolet’s entry-level subcompact, it brought a practical small-car format to the brand’s domestic lineup.
Questions and answers
What engines were listed for the Chevette?
U.S. EPA listings cover petrol and diesel engines from 1.6 to 1.8 litres.
What is the Chevette’s best combined fuel economy?
Its best listed EPA combined rating is 36 MPG.
When did the Chevette’s generation run?
Its single generation ran from 1976 to 1987.
Where was the Chevette sold?
It is listed in the United States.