First Impressions of the Chevrolet Lumina APV for 1991
A lot has been said about the Chevrolet Lumina APV for 1991. As Chevrolet’s entry in the mini passenger van market the Lumina APV (and in this case specically the Base version) has maintained a solid reputation. The 3-door Lumina APV is especially appealing to wide market segment, making it a perfect van to help Chevrolet as a brand in general.
Performance
The Lumina APV Base is equipped with a General Motors 3.1 liter six-cylinder engine that utilizes 12 valves. The Chevrolet engine is mated to a Hydra-Matic 3-speed Transaxle. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Chevrolet.
The Lumina APV uses power-assisted brakes, with Non-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 air springs front and rear respectively.
For the 1991 Lumina APV, the fuel delivery system is a electronic TBI, using gasoline for fuel. A fuel-injected TBI configuration. The gas tank holds 20.00 gallons.
Lumina APV Base Statistics
The Lumina APV is 194.20 inches long, 73.90 inches wide, and 65.20 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 109.80 inches. It is able to seat 5 comfortably.
A powertrain warranty is provided (50,000* miles/36* months), and a 50,000* mile, 60* month guarantee also comes with the Chevrolet Lumina APV.
The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $14,730 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of an industry-average price. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 3-door Mini Passenger Van.
Fuel Efficiency
The 1991 Lumina APV gets 23 miles/gallon on the highway and only 18 in the city. This is average for a mini passenger van van.
In 1990 and 1991 the Lumina APV Base was availble in the exterior colors of several colors. Additional options were made available by the factory.
In Summary
The 1990 model began the promise of the Chevrolet Lumina APV. The 1991 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.
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