Body style: Coupé (two-door)
Segment: Coupe
Production years: 2005, 2006, 2007
Chevrolet introduced the sixth-generation the Monte Carlo Coupe in 2000 as a two-door version of the Impala and brought a facelifted version in 2005 at the Los Angeles International Auto Show.
The Monte Carlo nameplate had a long history in Chevrolet's database, going back to 1969 when it was introduced as an up-scale model for the bow-tie brand's coupes. In 2005, the carmaker brought some important improvements for the car, but not all of them were very appreciated by the customers. When the world financial crisis started in 2007, the Monte Carlo sales dramatically dropped, and GM pulled the plug.
The '06 Monte Carlo featured a redesigned front bumper that sported a mesh-grille on the lower side flanked by small fog lights on the sides. Its sculptured fenders and doors resembled the '69 model, with the Coca-Cola bottle lines. Chevrolet added a high-grade spoiler on the trunk for the newly introduced SS (Super Sport) version.
Inside, it was the same interior with silver trims that mimicked aluminum. Despite its new powerful engines, it was not a sporty coupe. It was more of a highway cruiser than a winding-road lover. Its bucket seats were almost flat, with minimal side bolstering for the front seats. In the back, the Monte Carlo offered decent room for two adults.
The most significant upgrade for the Monte Carlo was the SS version powered by a 5.3-liter V-8 engine. Chevrolet paired it to a four-speed automatic gearbox, which was not good for the car's performance. Its independent suspension in all corners provided decent comfort for all passengers.
ENGINE SPECS - 3.5L V6 4AT FWD (211 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 3500 cm3 |
Power: | 157 KW @ 5800 RPM 213 HP @ 5800 RPM 211 BHP @ 5800 RPM |
Torque: | 214 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM 290 Nm @ 4000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 16.9 gallons (64.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 112 mph (180 km/h) |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-Speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 225/60/R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 196.7 in (4996 mm) |
Width: | 72.9 in (1852 mm) |
Height: | 55.8 in (1417 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 62.4/61.5 in (1,585/1,562 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 110.5 in (2807 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 15.8 cuFT (447 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.36 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3411 lbs (1547 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 21 mpg US (11.2 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 31 mpg US (7.6 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 26 mpg US (9 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 3.9L V6 4AT FWD (242 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 3900 cm3 |
Power: | 181 KW @ 6000 RPM 246 HP @ 6000 RPM 243 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 242 lb-ft @ 4800 RPM 328 Nm @ 4800 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 16.9 gallons (64.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 124 mph (200 km/h) |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-Speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 225/55/R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 196.7 in (4996 mm) |
Width: | 72.9 in (1852 mm) |
Height: | 55.8 in (1417 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 62.4/61.5 in (1,585/1,562 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 110.5 in (2807 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 15.8 cuFT (447 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.36 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3450 lbs (1565 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 19 mpg US (12.4 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 27 mpg US (8.7 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 23 mpg US (10.2 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 5.3L V8 4AT FWD (303 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V8 |
Displacement: | 5670 cm3 |
Power: | 226 KW @ 5600 RPM 307 HP @ 5600 RPM 303 BHP @ 5600 RPM |
Torque: | 323 lb-ft @ 4400 RPM 438 Nm @ 4400 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 16.9 gallons (64.0 L) |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-Speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 235/50/R18 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 196.7 in (4996 mm) |
Width: | 72.9 in (1852 mm) |
Height: | 55.8 in (1417 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 62.4/61.5 in (1,585/1,562 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 110.5 in (2807 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 15.8 cuFT (447 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.36 |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 22 mpg US (10.7 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 27 mpg US (8.7 L/100Km) |