Chevrolet Corsica single generation

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The Chevrolet Corsica single generation (1987–1996): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 19 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: L-body · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

Specification	North America	Wikipedia
Dimensions
Length	–	4,658–4,661 mm
Width	–	1,732–1,740 mm
Height	–	1,367–1,377 mm
Wheelbase	–	2,626 mm
Seats and space
Luggage space (EPA)	368–651 L EPA	–
Passenger space (EPA)	2,577–2,718 L EPA	–

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia, US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

835 complaints for model years 1987–1996. 102 crashes · 41 fires · 103 injuries · 5 deaths

Brakes 122
Engine 90
Electrical system 85
Airbags 62
Lights 43
Seat belts 31

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 19 versions of the Chevrolet Corsica single generation

Show all 19 versions

United States 17 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 version	Engine	Fuel	Gearbox	Drive	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
1994–1996(FFS) (MPFI), CLKUP	2.2 L	Petrol	3-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA	230 g/km
1994–1996(FFS) (MPFI), CLKUP	3.1 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA	263 g/km
1994(FFS) (MPFI), CLKUP	3.1 L	Petrol	3-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA	276 g/km
1990–1993(FFS), SIL	2.2 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	Front-wheel drive	24–25 MPG (9.4–9.8 L/100 km) EPA	221–230 g/km
1990–1993(FFS), CLKUP	2.2 L	Petrol	3-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	23–24 MPG (9.8–10.2 L/100 km) EPA	230–240 g/km
1990–1993(FFS), CLKUP	3.1 L	Petrol	3-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	20–21 MPG (11.2–11.8 L/100 km) EPA	263–276 g/km
1992(FFS)	2.2 L	Petrol	3-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA	230 g/km
1990–1992(FFS), SIL	3.1 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	Front-wheel drive	20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA	276 g/km
1989(FFS), CLKUP	2.0 L	Petrol	3-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA	230 g/km
1987–1989(FFS), SIL	2.0 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	Front-wheel drive	25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA	221 g/km
1989(FFS), CLKUP	2.8 L	Petrol	3-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA	276 g/km
1987–1989(FFS), SIL	2.8 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	Front-wheel drive	20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA	276 g/km
1988(121) (FFS)	2.0 L	Petrol	3-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA	230 g/km
1988(121) (FFS), SIL	2.0 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	Front-wheel drive	25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA	221 g/km
1987–1988(FFS)	2.8 L	Petrol	3-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA	276 g/km
1988(FFS)	2.8 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	Front-wheel drive	20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA	276 g/km
1987(FFS)	2.0 L	Petrol	3-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA	230 g/km

Canada 2 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and version	Engine	Fuel	Gearbox	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
1995–1996Compact	2.2 L	Petrol	3-speed automatic	9.8–9.9 L/100 km 5-cycle	225–228 g/km
1995–1996Compact	3.1 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	11.0–11.4 L/100 km 5-cycle	253–262 g/km

Similar models from other brands

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