| Engine | Type 3.0-liter, DOHC, 24-valveV-6 |
| Horsepower, SAEnet | Manual 270hp @7100rpm Automatic 252 hp @6600 rpm |
| Torque,SAEnet | 210lbs-ft (29.0kg-m) @5300 rpm |
| Redline | Manual 8000 rpm Automatic 7500 rpm |
| Bore & Stroke | 3.54in x 3.07in (90.0 mm x 78.0mm) |
| Displacement | 181 cu in (2977cc) |
| Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 |
| Induction System | Programmed Fuel Injection (pGM-H) with Variable Volume Induction System |
| Valvetrain | 4 valves per cylinder, belt-driven, dual overhead camshafts with Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control (VTEC) system |
| Engine Block | Aluminum alloy with cast-iron cylinder liners |
| Cylinder Head | Aluminum alloy |
| Connecting Rods | Titanium |
| Emission Control | 3-way catalytic converter |
| Ignition System | Electronic direct ignition |
| Alternator | 12Y,120 amp. max |
| Battery | Manual 7OD-23L-MF 12Y, 65 amp./hr., maintenance-free Automatic 80D-26L-MF 12Y, 65 amp./hr., maintenance-free |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium unleaded, 91 octane |
| Body Type | All-aluminum unit body |
| Front Suspension | Independent aluminum double wishbone with coil springs, stabilizer bar and compliance pivot |
| Rear Suspension | Independent aluminum double-wishbone with coil springs and stabilizer bar |
| Shock Absorbers | Hydraulic/gas-filled, front and rear |
| Steering Type Manual/ Automatic | Electric, variable power-assist, rackand-pinion |
| Steering Ratio | Manual/ Automatic 18.6:1 |
| Steering Wheel Turns, lock-to-Iock | Manual/Automatic 3.07 |
| Turning Circle, curb-to-curb | 38.1 ft (11.6m) |
| Wheels | Forged aluminum alloy Front -16 x 7 JJ Rear- 17 x 8.5 JJ |
| Tires | Front 215/45ZR 16 Rear 245/40 ZR 17 |
| Braking System | Dual-diagonal, power-assisted, 4-wheel ventilated disc brakes; 4-channel Anti-Lock Braking System |
| Front Discs | Ventilated, 11.1in (282 mm) diameter, 28 mm rotor thickness |
| Rear Discs | Ventilated, 11.1in (282mm) |
| Swept Area front and rear | 229 sq in (1480cm2) |
| Parking Brake | Rear, mechanical |
| Powertrain | ||
| Type | Transverse midship-engine/rearwheel drive | |
| Transmissions | ||
| . | 5-speed manual | 4-speed electronically controlled automatic with programmed lockup torque converter and Sports Shift (optional) |
| Ratios (:1) | ||
| 1st | 3.071 | 2.611 |
| 2nd | 1.800 | 1.551 |
| 3rd | 1.230 | 1.025 |
| 4th | 0.967 | 0.684 |
| 5th | 0.771 | - |
| Reverse | 3.186 | 1.909 |
Final Drive |
4.062 | 4.428 |
| Capacities. | |
| Crankcase | 6.7 US. quarts (6.3 liters) including filter |
| Cooling System | Manual- 16.9US. quarts (16.0liters) Automatic- 17.4U.s. quarts (16.5liters) |
| Fuel Tank | approx. 18.5US. gallons (70.0 liters) |
| Passenger Volume | 48.9 cu ft |
| Cargo Volume | 5.0 cu ft |
| Total Volume | 53.9cu ft |
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| Fuel Economy. | |
| EPA Fuel Mileage, City/Highway* | Manual- 18/24 Automatic 18/23 |
| *Use for comparison purposes only. California figures are the same. Your mileage may vary. | |
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| Exterior Dimensions. | |
| Wheelbase | 99.6in (2530mm) |
| Track, front | 59.4in (1510mm) |
| Track, rear | 60.2 in (1530mm) |
| Length | 174.2in (4425mm) |
| Width | 71.3in (1810mm) |
| Height | 46.1in (1170mm) |
| Curb Weight |
Coupe: Manual 3047lbs (1382kg), Automatic 3113lbs (1412kg) Open Top: Manual 3142lbs (1425kg), Automatic 32081bs(1455kg) |
| Weight Distribution, (%) front/rear | Manual 42/58 |
| Coefficient of Drag (Cd) | 0.32 |
| Coefficient of Lift (Cl) | 0.05 |
| Frontal Area (A) | 19.16sq ft (1.78sq m) |
| Air Drag Coefficient (Cd x A) | 0.57 |
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| Interior Dimensions. | |
| Head room | 36.3 in (921mm |
| Leg room | 44.3 in (1126mm) |
| Hip room | 53.8 in (1366mm) |
| Shoulder room | 52.5 in (1334mm) |
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| Warranties | |
| Vehicle | 4-year/50,000-mile limited warranty |
| Outer Body Rust-Through | 5-year/unlimited-mile limited warranty |
| Roadside Assistance (TLC) | 4-year/50,000 miles |