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For 1998, the Lumina can be equipped with GM's OnStar Mobile Communications system, which uses a cellular phone and global positioning satellite (GPS) to pinpoint the car's location for emergency purposes. Controls, however, are easy to see and use, and fabrics are treated with Scotchgard to repel the occasional Dairy Queen spill. Inside, seats could use more support and firmer padding. Fortunately, Chevy saw fit to give the Lumina a tidy, attractive look that is marred only by a somewhat characterless and protruding proboscis. Styling was not a strong issue among sedan buyers, a point well proven by the popularity of the previous-generation Lumina. Fat chance.Ĭhevy engineers claim the current-generation Lumina is the result of intensive consumer clinics, and that the car was designed in accordance with the research findings. Evidently, these are supposed to help sport sedan shoppers get over the loss of the Impala SS. During the delay, designers concocted machine-faced aluminum wheels for the LTZ. A twin-cam 3.4-liter V6 was supposed to go into the LTZ last year, but rumored durability issues forced Chevrolet to dedicate all production of that motor to the Monte Carlo Z34. The LTZ was originally due for the 1997 model year, but at the last minute, production was severely curtailed due to a lack of a powerful engine option. Braking and cornering abilities are not extraordinary for the class, but the Lumina nonetheless keeps itself planted to terra firma with little fanfare. Still, the numbers are there, and when equipped with the 3800 V6 the Lumina LTZ is just as nimble as upscale rivals from Chrysler and Ford. Even more amazing, the Lumina performs well, although the feel of the car really doesn't transmit any inkling of performance capability thanks to poor brake pedal feel and vague, disconnected steering. The exterior shape is modern and, dare we say, attractive. It was a vast improvement over the first-generation model, offering dual airbags housed in an ergonomically correct, straightforward dashboard. These days, a different Lumina prowls Chevy showrooms. Amazingly, the Lumina went on to become a bestseller, due in part to strong fleet sales. When the Lumina hit the streets for the 1990 model year, he couldn't help but laugh every time one passed him on the street. Few showgoers even seemed to notice the silly silver Lumina as he inspected the angular styling, all the while wondering if GM had missed the boat on Ford's success with the Taurus. The 1990 Chevrolet Lumina was displayed at the show in coupe and sedan form, and this young man thought the vehicle was some kind of funky, ill-conceived concept car, like those oddly shaped safetymobiles created during the 1970s. While in college, one of our staffers attended the 1989 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Mich. Fuel consumption is 11.9 L/100km in the city and 7.5 L/100km in the highway. The 1998 Chevrolet Lumina Base accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 9.7 seconds and hits quarter mile at 17.1 seconds. In terms of performance, the car has 175 N.m of torque and a top speed of 199 km/h. The steering wheel has audio control buttons. There is also a remote keyless entry feature. For convenience, the car has Power windows and Power door locks. Electronic features include Cruise Control. The car also features a It has as standard. The front suspension is while the rear suspension is. Safety features also include None and None. The vehicle has an optional engine as well It offers and. In terms of ride assists, the 1998 Chevrolet Lumina Base has stability control and traction control in addition to anti-lock brake system (ABS). The 1998 Chevrolet Lumina Base has cargo capacity of 444 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1497 kg. It has 4 Doors and is powered by a 3.1L V6 OHV 12 valves engine which outputs 160 hp rpm and is paired with 4 speed automatic gearbox. The 1998 Chevrolet Lumina Base is a Front-wheel drive Sedan.