Van of the Year for 1996: The Chevrolet Lumina APV
People who buy a Chevrolet Lumina APV are often happy with purchase. For over a decade, the Lumina APV has been one of the mainstays of the Chevrolet brand. This has always been a meaningful van, and the 1996 model is no different. A mini passenger van for everyone in the household is what the Chevrolet Lumina APV delivers.
Chevrolet Lumina APV Engine Specs
The restyled Lumina APV Base is equipped with a General Motors 3.4-liter 6-cylinder engine that utilizes a total of 12 valves. The Chevrolet engine is paired with a General Motors 4-speed transaxle. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Chevrolet.
The 1996 Lumina APV’s traditional fuel system runs on gas. The fuel is regulated electronically, with a fuel-injected multi-port fuel injection style of design. The fuel tank holds 20.00 gallons.
The Lumina APV uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are drum. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The van uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.
Vehicle Statistics
The dimensions of the Lumina APV Base are 73.90 inches wide by 191.50 inches long. It sits a comfortable 65.70 inches off the ground. It seats a standard seven passengers, with 3 doors. The wheelbase of 109.80 allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.
The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $19,890 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of an industry-high price. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 3-door Mini Passenger Van.
There is a 50,000* mile, 60* month warranty with this vehicle, including a powertrain warranty of 50,000*/36* miles/months. This is normal for this price range.
Fuel Efficiency
The 1996 Lumina APV gets 26 miles/gallon on the highway and only 19 in the city. This is exceptional for a mini passenger van van.
We Think…
The 1995 model began the promise of the Chevrolet Lumina APV. The 1996 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 Lumina APV Base will continue to be a profitable vehicle.