2000 Chevrolet Lumina Road Test - Consumer Guide Automotive

Our road test for the 2000 Chevrolet Lumina includes a full evaluation of the 2000 Chevrolet Lumina from the inside out. We evaluate not only engine and handling performance for the 2000 Chevrolet Lumina, but also interior cabin and cargo space. Let our comprehensive road test ratings for the 2000 Chevrolet Lumina help you decide if a 2000 Chevrolet Lumina is right for you.

2000 Chevrolet Lumina Road Test

Pros	Cons

Quietness	Steering feel

Ride

Instruments/controls

Consumer Guide® Road Test Ratings

Acceleration

Base	Class Average
5	4.7

The 3.1-liter V6 delivers adequate acceleration and smooth passing power.

Fuel Economy

Base	Class Average
5	5.4

We averaged 20.1 mpg in a mix of city and highway driving.

Ride Quality

Base	Class Average
6	5

Suspension tuning is spot-on for Lumina's role as a family sedan, providing better ride comfort than many in this class.

Steering/Handling/Braking

Base	Class Average
4	5

Handling is competent if unexciting. The light steering is short on road feel and on-center precision.

Quietness

Base	Class Average
6	5

The engine is smooth and fairly quiet, and overall, this midsize Chevy has less mechanical, wind, and road noise than many competitors.

Controls

Base	Class Average
6	6

Clear radio and climate controls are mounted high in the dash where they're easy to reach and adjust.

Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front)

Base	Class Average
5	5.2

Lumina is among the few cars offering three-abreast front seating, though the middle rider is squeezed.

Room/Comfort (rear)

Base	Class Average
4	4.1

As in front, generous room for two adults, with a third possible.

Cargo Room

Base	Class Average
4	4.5

Roomy trunk has a flat floor that goes well forward.

Value within Class

Base	Class Average
6	5.3

Lumina is eclipsed by the larger Impala, but remains a pleasant, competent family sedan. Its closest competition is Chevy's own Malibu, a newer, roomier, and better sedan, but Lumina is proficient enough and costs less.

Total Score