Chevrolet S series
| Chevrolet S-series GMC S-series / Sonoma Isuzu Hombre |
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| Manufacturer: | Chevrolet |
| Production period: | 1982–2004, since 2012 |
| Previous model: |
Chevrolet LUV Isuzu KB |
| Successor: |
Chevrolet Colorado GMC Canyon Isuzu i-series |
The Chevrolet S-Series, or GMC S-Series, is a range of small pickups that General Motors offered from 1982 to 2004. The Chevrolet version was called the S10 throughout the construction period , while the GMC version was initially marketed as the S15 and later as the Sonoma . In 1991 a high-performance version came out under the name GMC Syclone . There were also SUVs based on the S series: the Chevrolet S10 Blazer and the GMC S15 Jimmy . From 1996 to 2000 the car was also sold by the Japanese GM division as the Isuzu Hombre . In 1997/1998 an electric version, the Chevrolet S10EV , was also offered in the USA.
In 2004 the S series was replaced by the new Chevrolet Colorado / GMC Canyon / Isuzu i series models .
First generation (1982-1993)
| 1st generation | |
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Chevrolet S10 with extended cab |
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| Production period: | 1982-1993 |
| Designs: | Pick up |
| Engines: |
Otto engines : 1.9–4.3 liters (61–151 kW) Diesel engines : 2.2 liters (43 kW) |
| Length: | 4526-4933 mm |
| Width: | 1643 mm |
| Height: | 1557 mm |
The first small pickup offered by GM was the Chevrolet LUV based on the Isuzu KB in 1972 . The 1973 oil crisis forced GM to consider building their own small pickups. As usual, parts of other GM models, in particular the mid-range cars on the GM-G platform , were also used. The first S-series pickups were introduced in 1982. Chevrolet and GMC models were identical with the exception of the radiator grille. From 1983 there were also models with an extended cab and those with all-wheel drive Insta-Trac . Two new engines were also introduced.
The track width corresponded to that of the earlier compact cars on the GM-H platform , Chevrolet Vega and Chevrolet Monza .
The SUVs Chevrolet S10 Blazer and GMC S15 Jimmy also appeared in 1983. This made GM the second manufacturer after the Jeep to bring out small SUVs, ahead of Ford . The situation was similar in March 1990, when GM released the 4-door versions as 1991 models, which corresponded to the Oldsmobile Bravada .
In 1984 new, more stable undercarriages for off-road use and a hydraulic clutch appeared, while in 1985 the overhead inline four-cylinder engine of the Cavalier was discontinued in favor of the Iron Duke engine from Pontiac . The 2.2-liter R4 and 1.9-liter Isuzu engines derived from the Chevrolet OHV engine also disappeared the following year, leaving only the Iron Duke engine and an improved 2.8-liter engine -V6 engine remained. From 1988 a much-desired 4.3-liter V6 engine was added; ABS was available from 1989.
From 1987 to 1991, Chevrolet also offered an off-road option called the Baja Package . The forerunner of the Offroad Package also included a stabilizer mounted under the bed. This is the rarest form of the 1st generation S10 that can still be found today in a condition worth preserving.
In 1991 the GMC S15 became GMS Sonoma and the Sierra equipment package was abandoned to avoid confusion with the GMC Sierra . The GMC Syclone appeared in the same year. In 1992 the Sonoma GT came with a 4.3-liter V6 Vortec-W engine. 1993 was the last year of the 1st generation.
The Vortec engine is essentially a standard Z-code motor with 4293 cm 3 capacity. Code W indicates the use of a balancer shaft, a camshaft with roller bearings, another cylinder head and a central injection system. In 1992 and 1993 there was the engine with 195 bhp (143 kW) or 205 bhp (151 kW). The high-performance version had a larger diameter intake and was only used in some Blazers and Jimmy.
GMC Sonoma 1993
Some GMC Sonoma's were delivered with an L35W engine in 1993. However, no special designation plates or special model names are known for these models. The number of vehicles equipped in this way is also unknown.
Engine swap
The S-Series pickup with rear-wheel drive took over a number of suspension components on the front axle from the GM-G platforms ( Chevrolet Monte Carlo , Buick Regal ). The fact that the 4.3 liter V6 engine shares many features and dimensions with the early V8 small block engines made the S series a popular base for hot roders. Since the introduction of the S series, the installation of V8 engines (engine swap) has become the most popular American engine swap thanks to the inventiveness of the owners. Virtually all GM small block engines from 4.3 l to 6.6 l displacement can be installed without great difficulty. Some owners have even managed to install a GM big block engine with 6.5 l, 7.0 l or 7.5 l displacement with small changes.
The LSx series motors (LS1, LS2 etc.) can also be built into the S series pickups.
Second generation (1994-2004)
| 2nd generation | |
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Chevrolet S10 (1993-1997) |
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| Production period: | 1993-2004 |
| Designs: | Pick up |
| Engines: |
Petrol engines : 2.2–4.3 liters (88–145 kW) Electric motors : (85 kW) |
| Length: | 4826-5207 mm |
| Width: | 1725 mm |
| Height: | 1613 mm |
The 2nd generation pickups appeared in 1993 for the 1994 model year. All special models (Syclone, Typhoon, Sonoma GT) were gone, but the changes brought the cars on a par with the Ford Ranger . The Iron Duke engines and the 2.8-liter V6 engine were no longer offered; only the 4.3-liter V6 engine and a new 2.2-liter R4 engine derived from the old Cavalier engine were still installed. In this generation, airbags were introduced as safety equipment for the first time , but only came in the second model year (1995). The vehicles from other manufacturers that appeared as a new generation this year, e.g. B. the Dodge Ram Van , 1994 had models without an airbag.
Most of the chassis components were carried over from the previous generation, as were the steering, leaf springs and the differential. In this second generation, there was also an 8.5 ″ differential on request (usually in the S-series vehicles with all-wheel drive together with the ZR2 off-road package and 2000–2003 also with rear-wheel drive models with the Xtreme package).
In general, the 8.5 ”differential was only available in combination with a manual gearbox and the large 4.3 l V6 engine; the all-wheel drive models had this differential with every gearbox. That year, GM also introduced the ZR2 off-road package.
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The 4.3-liter V6 engine was revised in 1996 and the version with an extended driver's cab got a third door and, if desired, a Sportside platform. In 1998 the exterior, the interior, the brakes and the 2.2-liter R4 engine were revised. In 1999 the all-wheel drive Auto-Trac was available on request for the Blazer. The SS package has also been replaced by the Xtreme package. From 2001 there was a double cabin version , but only with all-wheel drive and automatic transmission.
The Xtreme package was available for all cabs, wheelbases and drives. It was only available from the factory with the ZQ8 sports suspension, which is 2 ″ (50 mm) lower . The Xtreme package consisted of a lower body, a "Ground Effects" package along the entrances and the flatbed, nameplates on the front doors and the tailgate and 16 "aluminum wheels with 235/55 R16 tires from Goodyear . On request, there were also rally stripes and a heat graphics package, individually or in combination.
The base models with rear-wheel drive had 6.5 ″ × 15 ″ wheels with ventilation openings and a predetermined direction of travel, Xtreme and ZQ8 models had 8 ″ × 16 ″ wheels and the all-wheel drive models with or without the ZR2 package had 7 ″ × 15 ″ wheels . The 14 ″ wheels of the first generation no longer existed.
The second generation S-series was also manufactured in Brazil; it was still being built there after production ceased in the USA in 2004. Brazilian S-10s have a different grille and are available with a 2.8L diesel engine from MWM International Motores .
S10 SS
The Chevrolet S10 SS was the high performance version of the S10 and was introduced in 1993. Less than 3000 pieces were produced annually on average. When it was first introduced, the SS was only offered in three colors: Onyx Black, Apple Red or Summit White. The SS was only manufactured until 1998, when it was replaced by the S10 Xtreme.
The 4.3-liter V6 engine (also available for the other S10s on request) was the usual machine of the SS. It developed 180 hp (134 kW) or 195 hp (145 kW). The SS version was associated with lower ground clearance, cosmetic changes, such as a different radiator grille, bumpers in body color, 16 ″ wheels and other sporty changes. All SS versions had a normal cab.
S10 Electric
In the model years 1997 and 1998, a number of around 60 electric vehicles were built on the S10. The vehicles have a short bed. The electric motor used has an output of 85 kW.
Third generation
| 3rd generation | |
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S-10 LT double cabin prefacelift |
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| Production period: | 2012 – today |
| Designs: | Pick up |
| Engines: |
Otto engine : 2.5 liters (145 kW) Diesel engine : 2.8 liters (147 kW) |
| Length: | 5361 mm |
| Width: | 1874 mm |
| Height: | 1786-1847 mm |
| Wheelbase: | 3096 mm |
The third generation has been available exclusively in South America since 2012 and is largely identical to the contemporary version of the Chevrolet Colorado and the Isuzu D-Max . In contrast to the Colorado, the S10 is only available with four-cylinder engines. In 2016 the model received a facelift .
Technical specifications
| 2.5 Ecotec | 2.8 Turbo Diesel | |
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| Construction period | since 2012 | |
| Engine characteristics | ||
| Motor type | Gasoline engine | Diesel engine |
| Engine type | R4 | |
| Displacement | cm³ | 2776 cc |
| Compression ratio | 11.2: 1 | 16.5: 1 |
| Max. Power at min −1 | 145 kW (197 PS) / 6300 [152 kW (207 PS) / 6000] |
147 kW (200 PS) / 3600 |
| Max. Torque in min -1 | 258 Nm / 4400 [268 Nm / 4400] |
440 Nm / 2000 (500 Nm / 2000) |
| Power transmission | ||
| Drive, as standard | Front wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Drive, optional | all wheel drive | - |
| Gearbox, as standard | 6-speed manual transmission | |
| Gearbox, optional | (6-speed automatic transmission ) | |
| Readings | ||
| Top speed | 163 km / h | 180 km / h |
| Acceleration, 0-100 km / h | 9.5 s [9.1 s] |
9.8 s |
| Empty weight | 1810-1934 kg | 2018–2101 kg |
| Tank capacity | 70 l | 76 l |
- Values in square brackets apply to vehicles operating with ethanol
- Values in round brackets apply to vehicles with an optional gearbox
Web links
Individual evidence
- ↑ a b Jim Mateja: 1994 Chevrolet S-10 - chicagotribune.com Review | Cars.com. In: cars.com. August 1, 1993, accessed December 15, 2018 .
- ↑ a b 1994-04 Chevrolet S-Series | Consumer Guide Auto. In: consumerguide.com. Consumer Guide Auto, accessed December 15, 2018 (American English).
- ↑ 1996 Chevrolet S-Series Review. In: newcartestdrive.com. November 10, 1999. Retrieved December 15, 2018 (American English).
- ↑ Paul Niedermeyer: Chevy Veraneio: Brazil's Suburban - The Truth About Cars. In: thetruthaboutcars.com. April 24, 2010. Retrieved December 15, 2018 (American English).
- ↑ Mark Williams: Remembering the '97 -'98 Chevy S-10 EV - PickupTrucks.com News. In: news.pickuptrucks.com. April 11, 2012, accessed December 15, 2018 .
- ↑ Nueva Chevrolet S10 2012, present in Brazil on 14 de Febrero - 16 Valvulas. In: 16valvulas.com.ar. February 12, 2012, Retrieved December 15, 2018 (Spanish).
- ↑ Fábio Trindade: Nova Chevrolet S10 2017: tabela completa de versões, itens de série e preços. In: motor1.uol.com.br. May 5, 2016, Retrieved December 15, 2018 (Brazilian Portuguese).
