2001ChevroletMonte CarloChevrolet Monte Carlo2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SSCoupeCoupeFWDOshawa, Ontario, CanadaChevy's large personal-luxury coupe receives optional sport appearance packages, a standard driver's side-impact airbag and traction control and OnStar comes with the SS model.Large interior, distinctive styling, powerful V6 in SS models. Front-wheel drive platform, no passenger side-impact airbag, cheap interior bits.Heritage design is popular these days, and Chevrolet has employed this styling trend on the Monte Carlo. From the traditional "Knight's Crest" badge, script lettering and distinctive headlight treatment to the sculpted fenders and vertical taillights, the MC strongly recalls the '70s and '80s models that made the nameplate a hit. Under the skin, the Monte Carlo shares a platform with the Chevrolet Impala, which means this is a big coupe -- the full Monte, if you will. Two models are available: the LS comes equipped with a 3.4-liter, V6 engine making 180 horsepower, while the SS benefits from 20 additional ponies and more torque, thanks to the venerable 3.8-liter V6 under the hood. Either model comes well-equipped, but to emphasize performance, the SS gets fog lights, rocker-panel moldings, a rear spoiler, 16-inch alloy wheels, a full complement of gauges and twin exhaust outlets routed from dual mufflers. A tower-to-tower structural brace under the hood, combined with a magnesium dashboard support beam, contributes to a rigid platform, improves handling and helps reduce squeaks and rattles. Large four-wheel-disc ABS brakes with front cooling ducts provide confidence-inspiring stopping ability. A four-wheel independent MacPherson strut suspension is matched to front and rear stabilizer bars and meaty Goodyear Eagle RS-A performance tires to help make Monte Carlo fun in the curves. But you're going to have to settle for an automatic transmission in this Chevy; a manual is not available. Traction control is now standard on both models. Inside, buyers looking for healthy doses of comfort will find it in Monte Carlo, whose cavernous innards were designed specifically to maximize harmony between the car and the driver. Special attention was paid to control placement and seat design, and engineers strove to provide top-notch brake pedal and steering feel. Good visibility, thanks to generous expanses of glass, a standard rear-window defogger, and large side-view mirrors, is a new Monte Carlo hallmark, though the wide C-pillars will likely block vision in certain parking and lane-change maneuvers. All Monte Carlos come with air conditioning, power door locks, power windows, tilt steering wheel, a driver message center with oil life monitor, RDS radio technology, theatre-dimming interior lighting, daytime running lights, a tire-pressure monitor and an inside trunk release designed to prevent a child from becoming locked in the luggage compartment. Step up to the SS model, and you get, in addition to traction control and performance/cosmetic enhancements, a cargo net, cruise control, leather-wrapped steering wheel with redundant audio controls, remote keyless entry, dual-zone temperature controls and a pollen filter. Options include leather seating, premium stereo with CD player, power front seats, heated exterior mirrors, OnStar (standard fare on the SS) and a power sunroof. Compared to the bland Lumina-based model sold a few years ago, this Monte Carlo is a tremendous improvement. Chrysler SebringDodge StratusHonda AccordToyota Camry Solara336,000336,000336,0006100,000NANANA63.8 litersV6200 hp @ 5200 rpm225 ft-lbs. @ 4000 rpm197.9 in.72.3 in.55.2 in.3395 lbs.110.5 in.38.1 in.36.5 in.58.3 in.57.8 in.55.2 in.55.5 in.42.4 in.35.8 in.15.8 cu.ft.StandardStandardNot AvailableStandardNot AvailableStandardNot AvailableRating = Not TestedRating = Not TestedNot TestedNot TestedNot TestedNot Tested17 gal.20 mpg / 30 mpg340 mi. / 510 mi.Insurance costs can vary greatly for this vehicle, depending on such factors as driver age, driver gender, teenage drivers in the household, driving records, theft loss data for your particular geographic region, miles driven per year, and other widely variable factors. Additionally, some companies charge a premium for certain makes and models, while others do not.$20,496$22,4007.35%$610N/A3% of the Total MSRPLS (4A): 3.4L V6 OHV SMPI 12-valve engine; 4-speed electronic OD automatic transmission with lock-up torque converter; 600 amp battery; 100 amp alternator; front-wheel drive, traction control, 2.86 axle ratio; stainless steel exhaust; comfort ride suspension, front independent strut suspension with anti-roll bar, front coil springs, rear independent strut suspension with anti-roll bar, rear coil springs; rack-and-pinion power steering; 4-wheel antilock disc brakes; 17 gal. capacity fuel tank; side impact bars; front and rear body-colored bumpers; body-colored bodyside molding rocker panel extensions; clearcoat monotone paint; aero-composite halogen fully auto headlamps with daytime running lights; driver's and passenger's power remote black outside mirrors; 16" x 6.5" steel wheels; P225/60SR16 BSW touring A/S tires; compact steel spare wheel; air conditioning, rear heat ducts; AM/FM stereo radio, clock, seek-scan feature, cassette player, 4 speakers, auto equalizer, theft deterrent,window grid antenna; power door locks, power remote hatch/trunk release; 1 power accessory outlet, front lighter element(s), driver's foot rest, smoker's package; instrumentation display includes tachometer, water temperature gauge, trip odometer; warning indicators include battery, low oil level, low coolant, lights on, key in ignition, service interval, low tire pressure; driver's and passenger's front airbags; ignition disable; tinted windows with driver's 1-touch down function; variable intermittent front windshield wipers, sun visor strip, rear window defroster; seating capacity of 5, front bucket seats with adjustable headrests, center armrest with storage, driver's seat and passenger's seat includes 4-way adjustment; 60/40 folding rear bench seat with fixed headrests, center armrest; cloth seats, cloth door trim insert, full cloth headliner, full carpet floor covering with carpeted floor mats; interior lights include dome light with fade, front reading lights; steering wheelwith tilt adjustment; vanity mirrors, dual auxiliary visors; day/night rearview mirror; full floor console, full overhead console with storage, locking glove box with light, front and rear cupholders, 1 seatback storage pocket, driver's and passenger's door bins; carpeted cargo floor, cargo light; body-colored grille, black side window moldings, black front windshield molding, black rear window molding and body-colored door handles.
SS (4A) (in addition to or instead of LS (4A) equipment): 3.8L V6 OHV SMPI 12-valve engine; 3.29 axle ratio; sport-ride suspension; rear lip spoiler; additional exterior lights include front fog/driving lights; 16" x 6.5" sport aluminum wheels; dual-zone front air conditioning, air filter; radio steering wheel controls; cruise control with steering wheel controls; power door locks with 2-stage unlock, remote keyless entry; emergency S.O.S. (OnStar); instrumentation display includes oil pressure gauge, volt gauge; seat mounted driver's side airbag; panic alarm, tracker system; driver's seat includes lumbar support; premium cloth seats; interior lights include illuminated entry; leather-wrapped steering wheel with tilt adjustment; dual illuminated vanity mirrors; auto-dimming day/night rearview mirror and cargo net.