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Chevrolet Blazer II (2-door, facelift 1998) 4.3 V6 SFI (190 Hp) Automatic
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II (2-door, facelift 1998) Overview:
Chevrolet Blazer (II (2-door, facelift 1998)). With 339 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
4.3 V6 SFI (190 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The automatic transmission provides smooth shifts and effortless driving, complementing the V6's strong torque for comfortable urban and highway cruising.
Fuel Economy
While more convenient, the automatic transmission contributes to the already modest fuel economy of the 4.3L V6, making it less efficient than manual variants.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Robust and proven 4.3L Vortec V6 engine
- • Strong towing capacity for its class
- • Available Autotrac 4x4 system offers excellent traction
- • Simple, durable mechanics make it relatively easy to maintain
- • Good value on the used market for a utility vehicle
Cons:
- • Poor fuel economy across all trims
- • Dated interior design and materials
- • Truck-like ride quality can be unrefined
- • Limited rear passenger space in the 2-door model
- • Safety features are basic compared to modern SUVs
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II: 1994 - 1998).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Chevrolet |
| Model: | Blazer |
| Generation: | II (2-door, facelift 1998) |
| Modification (Engine): | 4.3 V6 SFI (190 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1998 |
| End of production: | 2005 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 190 Hp @ 4400 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 44.3 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 339 Nm @ 2800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Vortec L35 [Same engine] More details about the engine Vortec L35 |
| Engine displacement: | 4293 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHV |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.3 l |
| Coolant: | 11.1 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 101.6 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 88.4 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.2:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Max. roof load: | 91 kg |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1716 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 2585 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 72 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 454 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 159 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4491 mm mm [111mm less] |
| Width: | 1722 mm mm [50mm less] |
| Height: | 1648 mm mm [54mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2553 mm mm [165mm less] |
| Front overhang: | 879 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 1059 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Tires size | 235/70 R15; 235/75 R15; 235/60 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 7J x 15; 8J x 16 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Transverse stabilizer, Leaf spring |
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