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Chevrolet Monza China 320T (125 Hp) DCG
Overall Rating
Chevrolet Monza:
The Chevrolet Monza is a subcompact automobile which was produced by Chevrolet from 1974 until 1980 for the 1975 through 1980 model years. The Monza is based on the Chevrolet Vega, sharing its wheelbase, width, and standard inline-four engine. The car was designed to accommodate the GM-Wankel rotary engine, but due to mediocre fuel economy and emissions-compliance issues the engine was cancelled, and a V8 engine option was substituted. The Monza name has also been used for several other cars.
Introduced for the 1975 model year, the Monza 2+2 and Monza Towne Coupe competed with the Ford Mustang II and other sporty coupes. General Motors' H-body variants, the Buick Skyhawk and Oldsmobile Starfire, were produced using the Monza 2+2's body with grille and trim variations and Buick's 3. 8 liter V6 engine. The Pontiac Sunbird variant was introduced for the 1976 model year, initially offered only in the Monza Towne Coupe body with the 2+2 hatchback added for the 1977 model year. The Monza nameplate originated in mid-1960 for the sport version of the Chevrolet Corvair....(Read more on Wikipedia)
China Overview:
Chevrolet Monza (China). With 170 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~4.5 l/100km). Weighing only 1245 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 180 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The 2019 Chevrolet Monza (China) has not been tested by Euro NCAP. As a model specifically developed for the Chinese market, it typically undergoes C-NCAP testing, not Euro NCAP.
320T (125 Hp) DCG Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 125 Hp engine provides adequate power for daily driving and city conditions. While not as spirited as the 330T, it offers sufficient performance for most users, paired with a responsive DCG transmission.
Fuel Economy
Achieving 5.2 l/100 km combined, this engine offers good fuel efficiency, making it an economical choice for everyday use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Strong and efficient turbocharged engine options (especially 330T)
- • Modern exterior design and interior features
- • Competitive fuel economy across the lineup
- • Good value proposition in its segment
Cons:
- • 3-cylinder engine NVH (Noise, Vibration, Harshness) might be noticeable to some
- • Specific to the Chinese market, limiting global parts availability/support
- • Rear suspension is multi-link, but overall ride comfort might be average for the class
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Brazil: 1982 - 1996).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Chevrolet |
| Model: | Monza |
| Generation: | China |
| Modification (Engine): | 320T (125 Hp) DCG |
| Start of production: | March, 2019 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 125 Hp @ 5600 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 125.1 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 170 Nm @ 2000-4000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 999 |
| Number of cylinders: | 3 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 4.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.2 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 180 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10 kg/Hp, 100.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.3 kg/Nm, 136.5 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1245 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 405 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 44 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4614 mm mm [121mm more] |
| Width: | 1798 mm mm [156mm more] |
| Height: | 1485 mm mm [105mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2640 mm mm [66mm more] |
| Front track: | 1538 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1541 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | DSG |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Tires size | 205/55 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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