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2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Road Test
Date Published: 11/23/08
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Our road test for the 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo includes a full evaluation of the
2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo from the inside out. We evaluate not only engine and
handling performance for the 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, but also interior cabin
and cargo space. Let our comprehensive road test ratings for the
2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo help you decide if a 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is right for
you.
2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Road Test
| Pros | Cons |
| Acceleration (SS) | Engine noise |
| Steering/handling (SS) | Road noise |
| Instruments/controls | Rear-seat entry/exit |
Consumer Guide® Road Test Ratings
Acceleration
Adequate with base V6, thanks in part to responsive automatic transmission. SS is no rocket, but its bigger V6 provides brisk takeoffs, ready power for passing.
| LS | SS | Class Average |
| 5 | 6 | 5 |
Adequate with base V6, thanks in part to responsive automatic transmission. SS is no rocket, but its bigger V6 provides brisk takeoffs, ready power for passing.
Fuel Economy
Low 20-mpg range in our tests with either model. GM recommends regular-grade fuel for both engines.
| LS | SS | Class Average |
| 5 | 5 | 5.3 |
Low 20-mpg range in our tests with either model. GM recommends regular-grade fuel for both engines.
Ride Quality
Stable in freeway cruising and comfortable overall, despite some float on highway dips. SS is compliant enough on bumpy city streets.
| LS | SS | Class Average |
| 6 | 6 | 6.2 |
Stable in freeway cruising and comfortable overall, despite some float on highway dips. SS is compliant enough on bumpy city streets.
Steering/Handling/Braking
LS has modest limits, but feels reasonably balanced and secure in corners. SS copes better with twisty roads, showing good grip and only moderate body lean. Both have slightly overassisted but accurate steering. Brakes feel strong, with good pedal resistance, but hard stops induce excessive nosedive.
| LS | SS | Class Average |
| 6 | 7 | 5.8 |
LS has modest limits, but feels reasonably balanced and secure in corners. SS copes better with twisty roads, showing good grip and only moderate body lean. Both have slightly overassisted but accurate steering. Brakes feel strong, with good pedal resistance, but hard stops induce excessive nosedive.
Quietness
Engines are loud and gruff in full-throttle acceleration; tire roar prominent on coarse surfaces.
| LS | SS | Class Average |
| 6 | 6 | 5.4 |
Engines are loud and gruff in full-throttle acceleration; tire roar prominent on coarse surfaces.
Controls
Gauge groupings and graphics are excellent, controls fall easily to hand. Individual temperature controls for driver and front passenger are standard.
| LS | SS | Class Average |
| 6 | 6 | 6.3 |
Gauge groupings and graphics are excellent, controls fall easily to hand. Individual temperature controls for driver and front passenger are standard.
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front)
Midsize-car dimensions mean more space than in most "sports coupes." Two adults can stretch out on comfortable bucket seats. Thick rear roof pillars impede over-the-shoulder vision. Long doors heavy, cumbersome. Cabin materials nothing special.
| LS | SS | Class Average |
| 6 | 6 | 5.7 |
Midsize-car dimensions mean more space than in most "sports coupes." Two adults can stretch out on comfortable bucket seats. Thick rear roof pillars impede over-the-shoulder vision. Long doors heavy, cumbersome. Cabin materials nothing special.
Room/Comfort (rear)
Leg room adequate for average-size adults, though head room gets tight with optional sunroof and entry/exit is twist-and-stoop. Still, more space than in Toyota Solara or Honda Accord, Dodge Stratus/Chrysler Sebring coupes.
| LS | SS | Class Average |
| 3 | 3 | 4.3 |
Leg room adequate for average-size adults, though head room gets tight with optional sunroof and entry/exit is twist-and-stoop. Still, more space than in Toyota Solara or Honda Accord, Dodge Stratus/Chrysler Sebring coupes.
Cargo Room
Trunk is tall, wide, and deep with convenient bumper-height liftover.
| LS | SS | Class Average |
| 4 | 4 | 4.6 |
Trunk is tall, wide, and deep with convenient bumper-height liftover.
Value within Class
Monte Carlo beats most like-priced coupes on a features-per-dollar basis. It's not as polished as Japanese-brand rivals and won't hold its value as well, but this Chevy has its own American-car character.
| LS | SS | Class Average |
| 4 | 4 | 6 |
Monte Carlo beats most like-priced coupes on a features-per-dollar basis. It's not as polished as Japanese-brand rivals and won't hold its value as well, but this Chevy has its own American-car character.
Total Score
| LS | SS | Class Average |
| 51 | 53 | 54.6 |
Scores for all Midsize Cars
| Low Score | 40 | |
| Average Score | 54 | |
| High Score | 73 |
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