09-19-2006: Chevy HHR Fall Limited Edition Is Anything But Basic In All Black
DETROIT - Chevy announced the HHR Fall Limited Edition, a limited-production model with a striking, all-black appearance, including unique "black chrome" trim on the grille, door handles and 17-inch wheels. Only 4,000 examples will be built.
The HHR Fall Limited Edition is based on the popular HHR 2LT package, which includes the FE3 Sports Suspension Package. An Ebony interior with cloth seats is standard; leather-appointed seating is available. It is available for immediate ordering, with an MSRP of $20,265.
"The Fall Limited Edition model adds depth and excitement to the HHR lineup," said Ed Peper, Chevrolet general manager. "Since its launch, customers have responded to the HHR's combination of great styling, great fuel economy and outstanding value - attributes that have made it one of Chevy's hottest new vehicles."
Indeed, Chevy HHR has exceeded expectations. Sales are on track to carry it to more than 100,000 units for the 2006 calendar year - far more than the 60,000-unit projection.
"The HHR is one of the most personalized vehicles on the market, and the Fall Limited Edition gives customers a custom look - especially with the unique, black chrome accents - right from the dealership," said Peper.
Black chrome is a special, tinted chrome finish featuring Lacks Enterprise's Spinelle™ Metal Finish. Its multicoat metal tinting process creates a unique, color-tinted appearance that maintains the depth and reflectivity of traditional chrome.
Fall Limited Edition details
The special and specific content of the HHR Fall Limited Edition includes:
- 2LT trim with FE3 Sports Suspension Package
- Seventeen-inch black chrome wheels
- Black exterior color
- Black chrome grille
- Black chrome door handles
- Black chrome rear beauty bar
- Black chrome body-side stripe
- Black-painted outside mirrors
- Black-painted running boards
- Tinted headlamp and fog lamp lenses
- Black-painted roof spoiler
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel with radio controls and accent stitching
- Ebony interior - cloth standard; leather available.
HHR 2LT standard equipment includes:
- Ecotec 2.4L DOHC engine with 149 horsepower (111 kW) and 152 lb.-ft. of torque (205 Nm)
- Antilock brakes
- Air conditioning
- AM/FM stereo radio with CD player and MP3 playback
- 260-watt Pioneer premium seven-speaker sound system, including subwoofer
- Leather-wrapped shift knob
- 60/40-split folding rear seat
- Fold-flat front passenger seat
- Power windows and locks
- Power-adjustable driver's seat
- Driver information center with oil life monitor
- Remote keyless entry
- Speed-sensitive intermittent windshield wipers
- Electrochromic mirror with compass.
Factory-installed remote starting is available with the optional four-speed automatic transmission. OnStar and XM Satellite Radio also are available, as are a host of GM accessories designed to complement the HHR driving experience.
Efficient and safe
The HHR is one of the segment's safest and most efficient vehicles. It delivers 30 miles per gallon on the highway and can travel up to 450 miles on a tank of gas.
Since its launch, HHR has received five-star crash ratings - the highest rating awarded by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) New Car Assessment Program. The five-star ratings were awarded for the driver and right-front passenger in a frontal crash, as well as five-star side-impact crash ratings for front seat and rear seat passengers. The HHR also was the highest-rated SUV for the 2006 model year in NHTSA rollover testing.
Style and functionality
HHR is a four-door vehicle with a rear touchpad liftgate. Its high roof evokes the look of the innovative 1949 Chevy Suburban, while other exterior cues carry unmistakably Chevy elements, such as the gold bowtie grille badge and round taillamps, which are reminiscent of earlier Corvettes.
The HHR features an open interior that provides the spaciousness and cargo capacity of an SUV. It has easy-to-maneuver dimensions and room for just about any lifestyle interest. The rear seats fold flat, providing 57.7 cubic feet (1,634 L) of storage space without having to remove a seat. With the rear seats up, the straight roofline and rear liftgate maximize cargo capacity, offering 25.2 cubic feet (638 L). Reconfigurable and convenient storage compartments accommodate everything from groceries to surfboards.
Chevrolet is America's No. 1-selling automotive brand. With the largest dealer network in the United States, Chevy is the leader in full-size trucks and the leader in sales of vehicles priced $35,000 and above. Chevrolet delivers more-than-expected value in every vehicle category, offering cars and trucks priced from $9,995 to $78,175. Chevy delivers expressive design, spirited performance and great value with standard features usually found only on more expensive vehicles.
SPECIFICATIONS
Overview
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Models:
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Chevrolet HHR LS and LT (1LT and 2LT)
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Body style / driveline:
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5-passenger, 5-door / front-engine, front-wheel drive
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Construction:
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welded steel monocoque; galvanized except for roof
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EPA vehicle class:
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sport utility vehicle - 2WD
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Manufacturing location:
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Ramos Arizpe, Mexico
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Key competitors:
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Ford Escape, Jeep Liberty, Scion xB, Honda Element, Chrysler PT
Cruiser
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Engine
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Ecotec 2.2L (L61)
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Ecotec 2.4L (LE5)
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Application
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std on LS and 1LT
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std 2LT; opt on 1LT
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Type:
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2.2L DOHC I-4
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2.4L DOHC I-4
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Displacement (cu in / cc):
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134 / 2189
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145 / 2384
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Bore & stroke (in / mm):
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3.39 x 3.72 / 86 x 94.6
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3.46 x 3.85 / 88 x 98
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Block material:
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cast aluminum
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cast aluminum
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Cylinder head material:
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cast aluminum
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cast aluminum
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Valvetrain:
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overhead camshafts,
4 valves per cylinder
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overhead camshafts, 4 valves per cylinder; variable valve timing
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Ignition system:
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electronic direct
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electronic direct
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Fuel delivery:
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sequential multi-port fuel injection with electronic throttle control
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sequential multi-port fuel injection with high-pressure injectors and
electronic throttle control
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Compression ratio:
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10:1
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10.5:1
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Horsepower (hp / kW @ rpm):
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149 / 111 @ 5600
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175 / 130 @ 6200
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Torque (lb-ft / Nm @ rpm):
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152 / 210 @ 4000
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165 / 228 @ 5000
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Recommended fuel:
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regular unleaded
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premium recommended but not required
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Maximum engine speed:
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6500
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6750
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Emissions controls:
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close-coupled catalytic converters; Quick-Sync 24x ignition system;
returnless fuel rail; fast-response O2 sensor
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close-coupled catalytic converters; Quick-Sync 24x ignition system;
returnless fuel rail; fast-response O2 sensor
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Estimated fuel economy
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(mpg city / hwy):
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manual: 22 / 30
automatic: 23 / 30
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manual: 22 / 30
automatic: 23 / 30
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Transmissions
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Type:
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F23 5-speed manual
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Hydra-Matic 4T45 4-speed automatic
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Gear ratios: (:1):
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First:
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3.58
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2.95
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Second:
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2.02
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1.62
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Third:
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1.35
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1.00
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Fourth:
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0.98
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0.68
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Fifth:
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0.69
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Reverse:
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3.31
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2.14
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Final drive ratio:
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4.17:1
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3.91:1
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Chassis/Suspension
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Front:
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independent strut-type suspension with stabilizer bar
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Rear:
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semi-independent torsion beam with stabilizer bar
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Steering type:
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electric, power-assisted variable-speed rack-and-pinion
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Steering ratio:
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18.5:1
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Steering wheel turns, lock-to-lock: (est)
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3.5 (FE1); 3.25 (FE3)
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Turning circle, curb-to-curb (ft / m): (est)
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36 / 11 (FE1); 37.7 / 11.5 (FE3)
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Brakes
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Type:
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power front disc/rear drum, optional anti-lock brakes
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Rotor diameter x thickness (in / mm):
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front: 11.65 x 1.02 / 296 x 26
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Drum diameter x width (in / mm):
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rear: 9.84 x 1.7 / 250 x 45
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Wheels/Tires
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Wheel size and type:
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std: LS and 1LT 16-inch x 6.5-inch steel; opt: 1LT 16-inch x 6.5-inch
aluminum
std: 2LT 17-inch x 7-inch painted aluminum; opt: 2LT 17-inch x
6.5-inch polished aluminum
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Tires:
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P215/55R16 all-season steel-belted radial blackwall tires; P215/50R17
all-season steel-belted radial blackwall tires
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Dimensions
Exterior
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Wheelbase (in / mm):
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103.6 / 2630
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Overall length (in / mm):
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176.2 / 4475
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Overall width (in / mm):
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69.1 / 1755
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Overall height (in / mm):
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62.5 / 1587
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Track (in / mm):
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front: 58.7 / 1491
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rear: 58.7 / 1491
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Minimum ground clearance (in / mm):
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6.3 / 159.4
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Curb weight, base (lb / kg):
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3155 / 1431 (2.2L); 3208 / 1455 (2.4L)
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Weight distribution (front / rear):
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57 / 43
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Interior
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Seating capacity:
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5
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Headroom (in / mm):
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front: 39.6 / 1006
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rear: 39 / 991
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Legroom (in / mm):
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front: 40.6 / 1031
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rear: 39.5 / 1004
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Shoulder room (in / mm):
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front: 53.5 / 1358
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rear: 52.7 / 1339
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Hip room (in / mm):
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front: 50.1 / 1273
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rear: 50.6 / 1266
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Capacities
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Passenger volume (cu ft / L)
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97.4 / 2758
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Cargo volume (cu ft / L):
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63.1 / 1787 (rear seats removed)
57.7 / 1634 (rear seats folded)
25.2 / 638 (rear seats up)
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GVWR, standard (lb / kg):
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4173 / 1893 (preliminary)
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Payload, base (lb / kg):
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900 / 408
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Trailer towing maximum (lb / kg):
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1000 / 453
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Fuel tank (gal / L):
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16.2 / 49
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Engine oil (qt / L):
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2.2L and 2.4L: 5 / 4.7
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Cooling system (qt / L):
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48.6 / 46 (2.2L); 51.8 / 49 (2.4L)
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