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Chevrolet SSR Engine Specs: The SSR Base comes outfitted with a Vortec 6.0 liter, 8-cylinder motor that uses 16 valves. The engine, manufactured by General Motors, is mated to a four-speed transmission by General Motors. This arrangement has demonstrated to be an effective style for Chevrolet.

The SSR uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The truck uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.

Statistics

The dimensions of the SSR Base are 78.60 inches wide by 191.40 inches long. It sits 64.20 inches off the ground. It seats a standard two passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 116.00 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.

There is a 36,000 mile, 36 month warranty with this vehicle, including a powertrain warranty of 36,000/36 miles/months. This is normal for this price range.

The listed retail price in 2005 (MSRP) was $42,555, with a dealer invoice cost of $39,789. This price is in line with the industry average price for a two-door Convertible.

Fuel Efficiency

The fuel system for the 2005 SSR is a SFI design, using gasoline 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 25.00 gallons.

The SSR Base received a miles-per-gallon rating of fifteen in-city driving and nineteen when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid truck, this was within normal parameters.

What We Think of the Chevrolet SSR

There are several reasons why the Chevrolet SSR Base sold well in 2005. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Chevrolet, specifically a SSR.

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