Impressions of the Chevrolet S10 for 1996
Frequently you will find that buyers of the Chevrolet S10 are very excited about their new truck. The S10 has held a place among the top of the S10 line of truck for a long time. It is an important automobile, and the 1996 model is no different in that respect. The Chevrolet S10 comes under the heading of standard cab pickup models that are fun to drive.
Chevrolet S10 Engine Specs
The restyled S10 SS is equipped with a General Motors 4.3-liter 6-cylinder engine that utilizes a total of 12 valves. The Vortec engine is paired with a General Motors 4-speed transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Chevrolet.
The S10 uses power-assisted brakes, with 2-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are drum. Steering is handled through a power-steering gear-style configuration. The truck uses coil and leaf springs front and rear respectively.
The fuel system for the 1996 S10 is a traditional Central MFI, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 27.00 gallons.
Vehicle Statistics
The dimensions of the S10 SS are 77.50 inches wide by 189.80 inches long. It sits a comfortable 75.90 inches off the ground. It seats a standard two passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 111.00 allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.
The standard warranty period for the S10 is 60* months, or 50,000* miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the standard cab pickup market.
The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $18,592 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of an industry-high price. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Standard Cab Pickup.
Fuel Efficiency
The 1996 S10 gets 22 miles/gallon on the highway and only 17 in the city. This is exceptional for a standard cab pickup truck.
The vehicle is available in several colors.
We Think...
There are several reasons why the Chevrolet S10 SS sold well in 1996. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Chevrolet, specifically a S10.
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