Chevrolet Lumina first generation

Chevrolet Lumina first generation
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The Chevrolet Lumina first generation (1990–1994): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 7 versions in the United States.

Model codes: W-body · Sold in: United States

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length–5,019–5,062 mm
Width–1,803–1,821 mm
Height–1,354–1,361 mm
Wheelbase–2,731 mm
Weights and towing
Kerb weight–1,586 kg
Seats and space
Luggage space (EPA)425–453 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)2,832–2,860 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)

1,488 complaints for model years 1990–1994. 84 crashes · 45 fires · 65 injuries · 2 deaths

  • Brakes 875
  • Body and structure 85
  • Engine 65
  • Seat belts 49
  • Electrical system 23

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 7 versions of the Chevrolet Lumina first generation

United States 7 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
1994(FFS) (MPFI), CLKUP3.1 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA276 g/km
1991–1994(FFS), CLKUP · (FFS) (MPFI)3.4 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA307 g/km
1993(FFS), CLKUP2.2 LPetrol3-speed automaticFront-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km
1990–1993(FFS), CLKUP3.1 LPetrol3-speed automaticFront-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA276 g/km
1990–1993(FFS), CLKUP3.1 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA276 g/km
1991–1993(FFS), SIL3.4 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA307 g/km
1990–1992(FFS), CLKUP2.5 LPetrol3-speed automaticFront-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 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.