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
Chevrolet Lumina APV Engine Specs: The Lumina APV LS comes outfitted with a Chevrolet 3.4 liter, 6-cylinder motor that uses 12 valves. The engine, manufactured by General Motors, is teamed up with a General Motors 4-speed transaxle. This arrangement has demonstrated to be an effective style 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 LS 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 listed retail price in 1996 (MSRP) was $19,890, with an invoice cost of an industry-high price. This price is above average of the industry average price for a three-door Mini Passenger Van.
The standard warranty period for the Lumina APV is 60* months, or 50,000* miles, whichever comes first. The warranty also includes a warranty on the drivetrain for 36* months or 50,000* miles respectively. This is standard in the mini passenger van market. Extended warranties are also available through the dealer.
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 1996 model year was telling year for the Chevrolet Lumina APV. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the LS version) meant that buyers had several options to choose from..