2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Lt
The 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Lt was introduced alongside the Impala sedan at the Los Angeles Auto Show in 2005. It is a coupe with a V8 powerplant and front-drive. The V8 engine was introduced for the first time since the rear-drive version that was manufactured earlier. All models of the 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Lt have sport a sleeker exterior with 1.2 inches reduced from the overall length of the 2005 models. This has made the exterior design look more aggressive.
The base version of the 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is a 3.5 liter V6 engine with 211 horsepower. The upper level models come with a 3.9 liter V6 engine resulting in a quicker horsepower of 242 with the help of a variable-length intake manifold. The Super Sport (SS) model comes with a generation IV small-block 5.3 liter V8 engine that can produce 303 horsepower. This was the first V8 engine to be used since Chevrolet’s 1988 model and instigated doubts among many as the vehicle was a front-wheel-drive. An important feature to be noted in this model is that it saves fuel by using the ‘displacement on demand’ function wherein select cylinders are shut down when they are not needed.
The suspension system for the SS model is revised to provide better control and comfort while driving. It has been made with a very stiff suspension array for the best cornering abilities. All 2006 models sport front-side air bags with traction control and also have four-wheel disc anti-lock brakes with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution. They have 17- to 18-inch tires supported by a tire pressure monitoring system. There were various models introduced during 2006-2007 including the Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS, Chevrolet Monte Carlo LT and Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS. Designers came up with another model, Chevrolet Monte Carlo LTZ, which was however manufacture only in 2006. This model had a 3.9 liter V6 engine with 240 horsepower.
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2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Lt
The 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Lt models include the new 17-inch diamond cut cast aluminum wheels with a chrome finish. All models have the latest version of GM’s OnStar Communication system which provides both digital and analog coverage along with hands-free voice recognition facilities. These models were developed over 2000 – 2005 and have gone through a series of modifications. As far the engine is concerned, the basic model of 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo follows the Impala model and has a 3.4 liter V6 engine with 180 horsepower along with a four-speed automatic transmission.
All the 2005 models have four-wheel-disc brakes, automatic head lamps and dual-zone air conditioning. All trim levels have been realigned to accommodate the LS, LT, and Supercharged SS models. All three models measure 197.9 inches in overall length with a 110.5-inch wheelbase. They have 17-inch wheels as against other models that have 16-inch wheels with options for a chrome finish. Designers have included front the 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo models is the anti-lock brakes. However, this is optional in the LT model.
The LT model has a 3.8 liter V6 engine with the ability to bring out 200 horsepower and 280 pounds-feet of torque. The SS model included a supercharged engine option of 240 horsepower for improved performance and production of the earlier SS model continued after being renamed as LT. This model promised firmer suspension.
The Supercharged SS model has a six-instrument dashboard cluster including a supercharger boost gauge. The vehicle has thicker stabilizer bars and stiffer spring rates compared to earlier Monte Carlo models.
Overall, the 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo model comes across as a roomy coupe with a standard split 60/40 rear seatback that folds down to supplement the trunk. The trunk has a capacity of 15.8 cubic feet.
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