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Chevrolet Monte Carlo Specs, Engines & Dimensions (1978–1980) — Third Generation

The third-generation Chevrolet Monte Carlo is a rear-drive personal luxury coupe built around comfort rather than outright speed. Here is what its powertrains offer and how they shape everyday driving.

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Chevrolet Monte Carlo Engines and Transmissions

Every Chevrolet Monte Carlo engine here drives the rear wheels through an automatic transmission, so the car pulls away smoothly without driver effort. Examples range from a 3.8 gasoline V6 for relaxed cruising to a larger 4.4 gasoline unit, plus a 5.7 diesel favouring economy over urgency.

Coupe — Chevrolet Monte Carlo Engines and Transmissions

Coupe Chevrolet Monte Carlo Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwTransmissionType of drive
3.8 ATGasoline3800 cm³170 hp130 kWAutomaticRWD
4.4 ATGasoline4400 cm³125 hp93 kWAutomaticRWD
5.0 ATGasoline5000 cm³155 hp116 kWAutomaticRWD
5.7 ATDiesel5700 cm³120 hp116 kWAutomaticRWD

Chevrolet Monte Carlo Dimensions

Coupe — Chevrolet Monte Carlo Dimensions

Coupe Chevrolet Monte Carlo Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbase
3.8 AT5090 mm1820 mm1380 mm2740 mm
4.4 AT5090 mm1820 mm1380 mm2740 mm
5.0 AT5090 mm1820 mm1380 mm2740 mm
5.7 AT5090 mm1820 mm1380 mm2740 mm