Facts about the 1995 Chevrolet K1500 WT
Those in the market for a truck who buy a Chevrolet K1500 are often enthusiastic about their purchase. Since its launch the K1500 has been one of the flagships of the Chevrolet brand. This has always been a meaningful truck, and the 1995 model is no different. A standard cab pickup for everyone in the family is what the Chevrolet K1500 provides.
1995 Chevrolet K1500 WT Specs
The K1500 WT is equipped with a General Motors 6.5 liter eight-cylinder engine that utilizes 16 valves. The engine is mated to a General Motors 4-speed Transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Chevrolet.
Steering control is handled through a power-steering gear-style configuration. The K1500 comes equipped with power-assisted brakes, with 2-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are drum. The truck uses torsion bar front springs and leaf in the rear.
The fuel system for the 1995 K1500 is a I-EFI design, using DIESEL fuel. The fuel flow is controlled by a electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The fuel capacity of the fuel tank is 27.00 gallons.
Statistics
The dimensions of the K1500 WT are 77.50 inches wide by 189.80 inches long. It sits 75.90 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 111.00 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.
The standard warranty period for the K1500 is 60* months, or 50,000* miles, whichever comes first. There is also a warranty on the powertrain for 36* months or 50,000* miles respectively. This is standard in the standard cab pickup market.
The listed retail price in 1995 (MSRP) was $20,588, with a dealer invoice cost of an industry-low price. This price is in line with the industry average price for a two-door Standard Cab Pickup.
MPG Ratings
The K1500 WT received a miles-per-gallon rating of fifteen in-city driving and nineteen when it came to highway driving. Being a diesel-powered non-hybrid truck, this was within normal parameters.
The vehicle is available in several colors.
What We Think of the Chevrolet K1500
The 1994 model began the promise of the Chevrolet K1500. The 1995 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers Chevrolet hopes that the K1500 WT will continue to be a profitable vehicle.
Please, I really want to unload mine. Acura makes an awesome standard cab pickup that I want.
I saw the recent news about Chevrolets and their reliability. I personally would check out web sites like edmunds.com and others before I made a choice of a truck like the K1500.
Cool article. I hope you can explain your experiences with the K1500?