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Chevrolet Classic

Chevrolet Classic
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The official data lists 4 versions of the Chevrolet Classic (2004–2008), in the United States. Each market publishes its own figures, measured on its own test procedure.

At a glance

Years in the data
2004–2008
Markets
United States
Engines
2.2 L to 3.5 L
Fuels
Petrol
Lowest consumption (United States)
9.4 L/100 km (EPA)

What is the Chevrolet Classic?

The Chevrolet Classic was a four-door midsize sedan based on the Malibu. Chevrolet kept the older design in its range for fleet use, including rental cars, while the newer Malibu took its place in the wider lineup. It offered a familiar sedan layout for everyday passenger transport.

Generations and engines

The Classic carried on an earlier Malibu design rather than starting a separate generation. Its US model years ran from 2004 to 2008, and the range used petrol engines from 2.2 L to 3.5 L.

How economical was the Chevrolet Classic?

The EPA’s highest combined fuel economy figure for the Classic was 25 MPG. Its lowest listed consumption was 9.4 L/100 km under the EPA procedure. EPA ratings use a different test method from Europe’s WLTP or NEDC figures and Canada’s 5-cycle ratings, so market figures are not directly interchangeable.

Where was it sold?

The Classic was listed in the United States for model years 2004 to 2008. Its midsize sedan body and fleet role made it a straightforward choice for carrying passengers.

Questions and answers

What body style is the Chevrolet Classic?

It is a four-door midsize sedan.

What engines were offered?

The US range used petrol engines from 2.2 L to 3.5 L.

What was its best EPA fuel economy?

Its highest combined EPA figure was 25 MPG.

When was the Chevrolet Classic sold in the United States?

Its listed model years are 2004 to 2008.

All Classic versions

United States 4 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2008CLKUP2.2 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA221 g/km
2008CLKUP3.5 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA251 g/km
2005CLKUP2.2 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA221 g/km
2004CLKUP2.2 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA221 g/km

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.