Chevrolet Tacuma First generation

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
| Specification | Europe | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,350 mm RDW | 4,350 mm |
| Width | – | 1,755 mm |
| Height | – | 1,580 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm RDW | 2,500 mm |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | 1,247–1,296 kg RDW | 1,350–1,395 kg |
| Mass in running order | 1,347–1,396 kg RDW | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,828–1,877 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 1,200–1,500 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 600–690 kg RDW | – |
| Seats and space | ||
| Seats | 5 RDW | – |
| Doors | 4 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 test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 years and older | 59.6% (56.5–62.6) | 69.2% | 1,002 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 49.3% | 36.4% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 44.5% | 17.1% |
| Suspension | 41.2% | 41.6% |
| Tyres | 39.3% | 31.2% |
| Lights and electrics | 38.1% | 28.8% |
| Body, chassis and structure | 23.5% | 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 version | Engine | Fuel | CO₂ | EU registrations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1.6 L | Petrol | 190 g/km | 76 |
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 version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006–20091.6 SX 5 door MPV MY06 · 1.6 SX Vision 5 door MPV MY06 · 1.6 SX 5 door MPV | 1.6 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 8.0 L/100 km NEDC | 191 g/km |
| 2006–20092.0 CDX Auto 5 door MPV MY06 · 2.0 CDX Auto 5 door MPV | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 9.3 L/100 km NEDC | 234 g/km |
| 20061.6 SX 5 door MPV | 1.6 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 8.3 L/100 km NEDC | 208 g/km |
| 20062.0 CDX 5 door MPV MY06 | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 8.6 L/100 km NEDC | 212 g/km |
| 20062.0 CDX 5 door MPV | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 9.0 L/100 km NEDC | 236 g/km |
| 20062.0 CDX Auto 5 door MPV | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 10.8 L/100 km NEDC | 265 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.





