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Vector W8

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The official data lists one version of the Vector W8 (1992–1993), in the United States.

At a glance

Years in the data
1992–1993
Markets
United States
Engines
6.0 L
Fuels
Petrol
Lowest consumption (United States)
29.4 L/100 km (EPA)

What is the Vector W8?

The W8 is an American supercar coupe with a low, wedge-shaped profile. It grew out of the W2 prototype and reflected founder Jerry Wiegert’s ambition to build an American supercar. In the United States, it appears in EPA figures for the 1992 and 1993 model years.

Engine

The US-market W8 has a 6.0-litre petrol engine, and EPA figures cover one version. Its twin-turbocharged V8 gives the car its distinctive powertrain character.

How economical is the Vector W8?

The EPA combined rating is 8 MPG, or 29.4 L/100 km. Test procedures differ by market: the EPA uses its own method, while Europe uses WLTP or NEDC and Canada uses the 5-cycle test.

Where was the W8 sold?

In the United States, EPA figures cover the 1992 and 1993 model years.

Questions and answers

What kind of car is the Vector W8?

It is an American supercar coupe with a wedge-shaped design.

What engine does the W8 use?

The US listing shows a 6.0-litre petrol engine.

What is the W8’s official fuel consumption?

The EPA combined rating is 8 MPG, or 29.4 L/100 km.

All W8 versions

United States 1 version

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
1992–1993(GUZZLER) (FFS,TRBO) (MPFI), EMS6.0 LPetrol3-speed automaticRear-wheel drive8 MPG (29.4 L/100 km) EPA690 g/km

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