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GMC Jimmy S-15 2.5 EFI (92 Hp) 4x4
Overall Rating
GMC Jimmy:
The Chevrolet Blazer and its badge engineered GMC Jimmy counterpart are compact/mid-size SUVs manufactured and marketed by Chevrolet and GMC from the 1983 through 2005 model years, over two generations – until the early 1990s alongside these brands' full-size SUVs with near identical nameplates, but lacking removable hardtops. From the 1992 model year, GMC's full-size Jimmy had become the "Yukon", and so, the S-15 prefix was dropped on the smaller GMC Jimmy. Starting with the 1995 second generation, the large Blazer was rebranded as the Chevrolet Tahoe, and these mid-size SUVs were simply launched as the "all-new Chevrolet Blazer"....(Read more on Wikipedia)
S-15 Overview:
GMC Jimmy (S-15). With 182 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1400 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The GMC Jimmy S-15 generation predates Euro NCAP testing standards, thus no official rating is available. Safety features would be basic by modern standards, typical for vehicles of its era.
2.5 EFI (92 Hp) 4x4 Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers modest power suitable for light duty and basic off-roading, but acceleration is leisurely.
Fuel Economy
Reasonable fuel economy for its era and 4x4 capability, though not exceptional.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Versatile utility and cargo space
- • Available 4x4 capability for off-road use
- • Compact size for maneuverability
- • Relatively simple and robust mechanics
- • Good value on the used market
Cons:
- • Dated safety features by modern standards
- • Modest performance, especially with the 4-cylinder engine
- • Basic interior comfort and amenities
- • Fuel economy is poor compared to modern SUVs
- • Prone to rust in older models
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | GMC |
| Model: | Jimmy |
| Generation: | S-15 |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.5 EFI (92 Hp) 4x4 |
| Start of production: | 1982 |
| End of production: | 1994 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 92 Hp @ 4400 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 37.2 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 182 Nm @ 2800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | LN8 |
| Engine displacement: | 2471 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 101.6 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 76.2 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 15.2 kg/Hp, 65.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.7 kg/Nm, 130 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1400 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1903 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1814 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4330 mm mm |
| Width: | 1670 mm mm |
| Height: | 1630 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2560 mm mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Tires size | 195/75 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
| Front suspension | Torsion |
| Rear suspension | Leaf spring |
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