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Chevrolet El Camino Specs, Engines & Dimensions (1968–1972) — Third Generation

The Chevrolet El Camino’s third generation blends pickup utility with car-like comfort. Offered as a single-cab pickup, it provides practical hauling without abandoning a smooth ride.

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Chevrolet El Camino Engines and Transmissions

The Chevrolet El Camino engine lineup includes a 5.0-liter V8 paired with either a manual or automatic transmission, plus a larger 6.5-liter V8 available with a manual. All are gasoline-powered and send power to the rear wheels, suiting drivers who need strong torque for hauling or spirited driving.

Pickup single-cab — Chevrolet El Camino Engines and Transmissions

Pickup single-cab Chevrolet El Camino Engines and Transmissions
Modification	Engine type	Engine capacity	Maximum power	Maximum power, kw	Transmission	Type of drive
5.0 MT	Gasoline	5000 cm³	190 hp	145 kW	Manual	RWD
5.0 AT	Gasoline	5000 cm³	190 hp	145 kW	Automatic	RWD
6.5 MT	Gasoline	6500 cm³	329 hp	242 kW	Manual	RWD
6.5 AT	Gasoline	6500 cm³	329 hp	242 kW	Automatic	RWD
7.4 MT	Gasoline	7400 cm³	457 hp	336 kW	Manual	RWD
7.4 AT	Gasoline	7400 cm³	457 hp	336 kW	Automatic	RWD

Chevrolet El Camino Dimensions

Pickup single-cab — Chevrolet El Camino Dimensions

Pickup single-cab Chevrolet El Camino Dimensions
Modification	Length	Width	Height	Wheelbase
5.0 MT	5283 mm	2030 mm	1450 mm	2946 mm
5.0 AT	5283 mm	2030 mm	1450 mm	2946 mm
6.5 MT	5283 mm	2030 mm	1450 mm	2946 mm
6.5 AT	5283 mm	2030 mm	1450 mm	2946 mm
7.4 MT	5283 mm	2030 mm	1450 mm	2946 mm
7.4 AT	5283 mm	2030 mm	1450 mm	2946 mm

Chevrolet El Camino Specs, Engines & Dimensions (1968–1972) — Third Generation