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Lancia Thema Station Wagon (834) 2000 Turbo 16V (177 Hp)
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Lancia Thema:
The Lancia Thema is an executive car produced by the Italian automaker Lancia between 1984 and 1994, and one of four cars to share the Type Four platform alongside the Alfa Romeo 164, Fiat Croma and Saab 9000. The Thema was first shown at the Turin Motor Show in 1984. The Thema was available as a saloon and as a station wagon designed and produced by Pininfarina.
In February 2011, it was reported that the second generation of the Chrysler 300C, due for launch later that year, would be marketed as Lancia Thema in all European markets, except the UK and Ireland, which would retain the 300C nameplate. It was sold from 2011 to 2014....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Station Wagon (834) Overview:
Lancia Thema (Station Wagon (834)). A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.
2000 Turbo 16V (177 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A strong performer, this turbocharged 16V engine provided excellent power for comfortable cruising and confident overtaking, a great balance of power and usability.
Fuel Economy
Similar to its more powerful sibling, expect average fuel economy, with consumption increasing significantly under heavy load.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and practical estate body
- • Comfortable and well-appointed interior
- • Diverse engine lineup, including powerful turbo petrols and economical diesels
- • Distinctive Italian styling and character
- • Smooth V6 option for refined cruising
Cons:
- • Reliability can be a concern, particularly with electrical systems and older components
- • Fuel economy of petrol turbo and V6 engines can be high
- • Resale value was often poor, leading to significant depreciation
- • Lack of modern safety features (common for its era)
- • Finding parts can be challenging for some specific components
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(834: 1988 - 1992).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Lancia |
| Model: | Thema |
| Generation: | Station Wagon (834) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2000 Turbo 16V (177 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1989 |
| End of production: | 1993 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 177 Hp Same horsepower |
| Engine Model/Code: | 834 C1.246 More details about the engine 834 C1.246 |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.5 l |
| Coolant: | 8.2 l |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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