Chevrolet Lumina first generation

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
| Specification | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| 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 version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994(FFS) (MPFI), CLKUP | 3.1 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 g/km |
| 1991–1994(FFS), CLKUP · (FFS) (MPFI) | 3.4 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 307 g/km |
| 1993(FFS), CLKUP | 2.2 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 1990–1993(FFS), 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), CLKUP | 3.1 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 g/km |
| 1991–1993(FFS), SIL | 3.4 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 307 g/km |
| 1990–1992(FFS), CLKUP | 2.5 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.





