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Chevrolet Blazer II (4-door, facelift 1998) 4.3 V6 SFI (190 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Chevrolet Blazer:
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II (4-door, facelift 1998) Overview:
Chevrolet Blazer (II (4-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 4.3L V6 paired with an automatic transmission offers smooth and responsive power delivery, making it comfortable for daily driving and highway cruising.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption remains a significant factor; the automatic transmission, while convenient, does not improve the inherent thirst of the 4.3L V6.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Robust and proven 4.3L Vortec V6 engine
- • Practical and spacious interior with good cargo capacity
- • Available Autotrac 4x4 system for enhanced traction
- • Durable body-on-frame construction
- • Good value on the used market
Cons:
- • Poor fuel economy across all trims
- • Dated interior design and materials
- • Ride quality can be harsh compared to modern SUVs
- • Prone to common issues like intake manifold gaskets and rust
- • Limited advanced safety features
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II: 1994 - 1998).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Chevrolet |
| Model: | Blazer |
| Generation: | II (4-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: | 4 |
| 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: | 1920 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 2495 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 68 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 454 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 159 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4656 mm mm [54mm more] |
| Width: | 1722 mm mm [50mm less] |
| Height: | 1633 mm mm [69mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2718 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| 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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