Chevrolet Tacuma First generation

Chevrolet Tacuma First generation
Photo: Vasconium / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0

The Chevrolet Tacuma First generation (2006–2010): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 7 versions in the European Union and the United Kingdom.

Model codes: U100 · Sold in: European Union and United Kingdom

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationEuropeWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,350 mm RDW4,350 mm
Width–1,755 mm
Height–1,580 mm
Wheelbase2,600 mm RDW2,500 mm
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,247–1,296 kg RDW1,350–1,395 kg
Mass in running order1,347–1,396 kg RDW–
Gross vehicle weight1,828–1,877 kg RDW–
Towing, braked trailer1,200–1,500 kg RDW–
Towing, unbraked trailer600–690 kg RDW–
Seats and space
Seats5 RDW–
Doors4 RDW–
Performance
Torque–142 Nm

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia (en, de). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age

Age at testPass rateUK averageTests
13 years and older59.6% (56.5–62.6)69.2%1,002

What the MOT finds

AreaThis modelUK average, same ages
Brakes49.3%36.4%
Noise, emissions and leaks44.5%17.1%
Suspension41.2%41.6%
Tyres39.3%31.2%
Lights and electrics38.1%28.8%
Body, chassis and structure23.5%18.6%

First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)

All 7 versions of the Chevrolet Tacuma First generation

European Union 1 version

New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.

Years and versionEngineFuelCO₂EU registrations
20101.6 LPetrol190 g/km76

United Kingdom 6 versions

New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2006–20091.6 SX 5 door MPV MY06 · 1.6 SX Vision 5 door MPV MY06 · 1.6 SX 5 door MPV1.6 LPetrol5-speed manual8.0 L/100 km NEDC191 g/km
2006–20092.0 CDX Auto 5 door MPV MY06 · 2.0 CDX Auto 5 door MPV2.0 LPetrol4-speed automatic9.3 L/100 km NEDC234 g/km
20061.6 SX 5 door MPV1.6 LPetrol5-speed manual8.3 L/100 km NEDC208 g/km
20062.0 CDX 5 door MPV MY062.0 LPetrol5-speed manual8.6 L/100 km NEDC212 g/km
20062.0 CDX 5 door MPV2.0 LPetrol5-speed manual9.0 L/100 km NEDC236 g/km
20062.0 CDX Auto 5 door MPV2.0 LPetrol4-speed automatic10.8 L/100 km NEDC265 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.