Chevrolet has been blessed with many award-winning designs, including the Chevrolet S10 of 2002. There are five trim levels to the S10, including Xtreme, LS, ZR2, ZR5, and Base. The Xtreme version is one of the more popular options. Like in 2001 the popular 2.2 liter Vortec has made this a popular choice for standard cab pickup buyers across the country.

Chevrolet S10 Engine Specs

The S10 Xtreme is equipped with a General Motors 2.2 liter four-cylinder engine that utilizes 8 valves. The Vortec engine is mated to a General Motors 4-speed Transmission. This is a long-standing favorite for buyers in the Standard Cab Pickup arena.

The fuel system for the 2002 S10 is a SFI design, running on FLEX fuel. The fuel flow is regulated by a electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The storage capacity of the fuel tank is 27.00 gallons.

Steering control is handled through a power-steering gear-style configuration. The S10 has power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. The truck uses coil front springs and leaf in the rear.

Vehicle Statistics

The dimensions of the S10 Xtreme are 77.50 inches wide by 189.80 inches long. It sits a comfortable 75.00 inches off the ground. It seats a standard eight passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 111.20 allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.

The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $24,145 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $21,851. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Standard Cab Pickup.

The standard warranty period for the S10 is 36 months, or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first. The warranty also includes a warranty on the drivetrain for 36 months or 36,000 miles respectively. This is standard in the standard cab pickup market. Extended warranties are also available through the dealer.

Fuel Efficiency

The 2002 S10 gets 20 miles/gallon on the highway and only 15 in the city. This is exceptional for a standard cab pickup truck.

We Think...

There are several reasons why the Chevrolet S10 Xtreme sold well in 2002. 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.

Tags: 2-Door, Chevrolet S10, Standard Cab Pickup, United States market, Xtreme

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