Engine | Type 3.0-liter, DOHC, 24-valveV-6 |
Horsepower, SAEnet | Manual 270hp @7100rpm Automatic 252 hp @6600 rpm |
Torque,SAEnet | 210lbs-ft (29.0kg-m) @5300 rpm |
Redline | Manual 8000 rpm Automatic 7500 rpm |
Bore & Stroke | 3.54in x 3.07in (90.0 mm x 78.0mm) |
Displacement | 181 cu in (2977cc) |
Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 |
Induction System | Programmed Fuel Injection (pGM-H) with Variable Volume Induction System |
Valvetrain | 4 valves per cylinder, belt-driven, dual overhead camshafts with Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control (VTEC) system |
Engine Block | Aluminum alloy with cast-iron cylinder liners |
Cylinder Head | Aluminum alloy |
Connecting Rods | Titanium |
Emission Control | 3-way catalytic converter |
Ignition System | Electronic direct ignition |
Alternator | 12Y,120 amp. max |
Battery | Manual 7OD-23L-MF 12Y, 65 amp./hr., maintenance-free Automatic 80D-26L-MF 12Y, 65 amp./hr., maintenance-free |
Recommended Fuel | Premium unleaded, 91 octane |
Body Type | All-aluminum unit body |
Front Suspension | Independent aluminum double wishbone with coil springs, stabilizer bar and compliance pivot |
Rear Suspension | Independent aluminum double-wishbone with coil springs and stabilizer bar |
Shock Absorbers | Hydraulic/gas-filled, front and rear |
Steering Type Manual/ Automatic | Electric, variable power-assist, rackand-pinion |
Steering Ratio | Manual/ Automatic 18.6:1 |
Steering Wheel Turns, lock-to-Iock | Manual/Automatic 3.07 |
Turning Circle, curb-to-curb | 38.1 ft (11.6m) |
Wheels | Forged aluminum alloy Front -16 x 7 JJ Rear- 17 x 8.5 JJ |
Tires | Front 215/45ZR 16 Rear 245/40 ZR 17 |
Braking System | Dual-diagonal, power-assisted, 4-wheel ventilated disc brakes; 4-channel Anti-Lock Braking System |
Front Discs | Ventilated, 11.1in (282 mm) diameter, 28 mm rotor thickness |
Rear Discs | Ventilated, 11.1in (282mm) |
Swept Area front and rear | 229 sq in (1480cm2) |
Parking Brake | Rear, mechanical |
Powertrain | ||
Type | Transverse midship-engine/rearwheel drive | |
Transmissions | ||
. | 5-speed manual | 4-speed electronically controlled automatic with programmed lockup torque converter and Sports Shift (optional) |
Ratios (:1) | ||
1st | 3.071 | 2.611 |
2nd | 1.800 | 1.551 |
3rd | 1.230 | 1.025 |
4th | 0.967 | 0.684 |
5th | 0.771 | - |
Reverse | 3.186 | 1.909 |
Final Drive |
4.062 | 4.428 |
Capacities. | |
Crankcase | 6.7 US. quarts (6.3 liters) including filter |
Cooling System | Manual- 16.9US. quarts (16.0liters) Automatic- 17.4U.s. quarts (16.5liters) |
Fuel Tank | approx. 18.5US. gallons (70.0 liters) |
Passenger Volume | 48.9 cu ft |
Cargo Volume | 5.0 cu ft |
Total Volume | 53.9cu ft |
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Fuel Economy. | |
EPA Fuel Mileage, City/Highway* | Manual- 18/24 Automatic 18/23 |
*Use for comparison purposes only. California figures are the same. Your mileage may vary. | |
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Exterior Dimensions. | |
Wheelbase | 99.6in (2530mm) |
Track, front | 59.4in (1510mm) |
Track, rear | 60.2 in (1530mm) |
Length | 174.2in (4425mm) |
Width | 71.3in (1810mm) |
Height | 46.1in (1170mm) |
Curb Weight |
Coupe: Manual 3047lbs (1382kg), Automatic 3113lbs (1412kg) Open Top: Manual 3142lbs (1425kg), Automatic 32081bs(1455kg) |
Weight Distribution, (%) front/rear | Manual 42/58 |
Coefficient of Drag (Cd) | 0.32 |
Coefficient of Lift (Cl) | 0.05 |
Frontal Area (A) | 19.16sq ft (1.78sq m) |
Air Drag Coefficient (Cd x A) | 0.57 |
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Interior Dimensions. | |
Head room | 36.3 in (921mm |
Leg room | 44.3 in (1126mm) |
Hip room | 53.8 in (1366mm) |
Shoulder room | 52.5 in (1334mm) |
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Warranties | |
Vehicle | 4-year/50,000-mile limited warranty |
Outer Body Rust-Through | 5-year/unlimited-mile limited warranty |
Roadside Assistance (TLC) | 4-year/50,000 miles |