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1996 Chevrolet Lumina

Used 1996 Chevrolet Lumina

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2001
1996
Fuel Economy
21 combined mpg
Horsepower
160 hp
Engine
2 engines available
Engine Options
  • V6, 3.1 Liter
  • V6, 3.4 Liter
Cargo Volume
15.7 cu ft
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1996 Chevrolet Lumina Overview

1996 Chevrolet Lumina Pricing

1996 Chevrolet Lumina pricing starts at $1,952 for the Lumina Sedan 4D, which had a starting MSRP of $17,863 when new. The range-topping 1996 Lumina LS Sedan 4D starts at $1,908 today, originally priced from $18,812.

Original MSRP
KBB Fair Purchase Price (national avg.)
$17,863
$1,952
$18,812
$1,908

The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for used 1996 Chevrolet Lumina models in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly.

Lumina Consumer Sentiment

Owners give this generation Chevrolet Lumina (1995-2001) a 4.3 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 93% recommend it. These figures are based on 431 consumer reviews, like these:

What Owners are Saying About the 1996 Chevrolet Lumina

"Great running car!"

"Bought my 98’ Lumina LTZ from an older couple back in 2017 with 90k miles for 1500! It was garage kept and had a stack of maintenance records. I originally bought it as a winter beater but fell in love with it and treat it just as good as my nice car! Since I’ve owned it I’ve only done fluid changes and a tune up."

"Not sexy but reliable and comfortable"

"I received this car as a gift from a relative. I was going to give it to my brother as I have a Dodge Ram truck and what do I need two vehicles for? Well, I'm soooooo happy I kept the car. I use it for getting around town and have driven halfway across the country in it. Very comfortable and easy on the wallet. When gas prices spiked recently (I see they are going back up) I am really happy I have this car. The only fixes I've made were a battery terminal broke and leaked acid and, just this weekend, I replaced the alternator. Both were fixes I could do but things are tight under the hood. By the way, the freeway gas milage is great."

"Like a tank"

"I recently was in a car crash in one of these and it saved my life. I fell asleep and ran into a ditch that was at least 50 degree angle, jumped, and came to a stop. After panicking for a bit, I got back in the car, STARTED it, and drove it home. The motor was still good so I got another Lumina rolling chassis in good condition and swapped the motor to it. Still running to this day with 246K miles on it."

Overall 1996 Chevrolet Lumina Quality

User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is above average for its class. Owners rated the 1996 Chevrolet Lumina quality a 4.4 out of 5.

1996 Chevrolet Lumina Reliability

The 1996 Chevrolet Lumina receives an average consumer rating of 4.3 overall and a 4.6 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.

Favorite 1996 Lumina Features

According to drivers of the 1996 Lumina, here are some of its best features:

  • Great price
  • Firm handling,3.1L great engine
  • Yes
  • Very reliable, bigger, roomier, engine, mpg
  • Comfortable

1996 Chevrolet Lumina MPG by Trim

1996 Lumina LS Sedan 4D - city 18 MPG - hwy 26 MPG

1996 Lumina Sedan 4D - city 18 MPG - hwy 26 MPG

1996 Lumina Safety

NHTSA Safety Rating

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the 1996 Chevrolet Lumina front-side driver crash test rating is 5 out of 5 stars. The front-side passenger crash test rating is 4 out of 5.

1996 Chevrolet Lumina Safety Features

  • Child Door Locks
  • Child Seat Anchors: Not available
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
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1996 Chevrolet Lumina
KBB.com Consumer Reviews

4.3
Consumer Rating
Based on 431 Consumer Reviews
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Value
4.5
Performance
4.4
Quality
4.4
Comfort
4.5
Reliability
4.6
Styling
4.2

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1996 Chevrolet Lumina Styles

Style
Price
Combined Fuel Economy
Horsepower
Engine
Cargo Capacity
Torque
Curb Weight
LS Sedan 4D
$1,908
21 MPG
160 @ 5200 RPM
V6, 3.1 Liter
15.7 cu ft
185 lb-ft
3372 lbs
Sedan 4D
$1,952
21 MPG
160 @ 5200 RPM
V6, 3.1 Liter
15.7 cu ft
185 lb-ft
3372 lbs
Style
Price
Combined Fuel Economy
Horsepower
Seating
Engine
Towing Capacity
Curb Weight
Drivetrain
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1996 Chevrolet Lumina Depreciation

A 1996 Chevrolet Lumina has depreciated $200 or 12% in the last 3 years and has a current resale value of $1,358 and trade-in value of $638.

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1996 Chevrolet Lumina Annual Depreciation

Year
Vehicle Depreciation*
Resale Value
Trade-In Value
2022
$59
$1,558
$805
2023
$127
$1,431
$724
2024
$98
$1,333
$653
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$1,358
$638
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*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.

1996 Chevrolet Lumina Depreciation

Annual Depreciation is an estimation of what your vehicle's value might be over time based on an average of similar vehicles. Estimations are calculated by comparing Kelley Blue Book Private Party Values of vehicles similar to yours over time, as well as forecasts from Manheim Auction data comparing current and projected auction values against current Kelley Blue Book Private Party and Trade-In Values. This is not a guarantee of actual depreciation. Local weather conditions, market factors and driver performance will also impact your vehicle's actual depreciation.


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Specifications

Dimensions, Weights & Capacities

Curb Weight
3372 lbs.
EPA Passenger
100.5 cu.ft.
EPA Total Interior
116.2 cu.ft.
Fuel Capacity
17.1 gallons
Front Head Room
38.4 inches
Front Leg Room
42.4 inches
Max Seating Capacity
6
Overall Length
200.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room
58.4 inches
Towing Capacity, Maximum
1000 lbs.
Trunk or Cargo Capacity
15.7 cu.ft.
Turning Diameter
39.0 feet
Wheel Base
107.5 inches
Width with mirrors
71.9 inches

Exterior

Alloy Wheels
Available
Moon Roof/Sun Roof
Available
Number of Doors
4 doors

Fuel Economy

City
18 mpg
Highway
26 mpg
Combined
21 mpg

Mechanical

Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission Type
Automatic

Performance

Horsepower
160 @ 5200 RPM
Torque
185 @ 4000 rpm
Engine
V6, 3.1 Liter

Warranty

Basic
3 years / 36000 miles
Powertrain
3 years / 36000 miles
Corrosion
6 years / 100000 miles

Entertainment

  • CD Player

Interior

  • Power Windows
  • Tilt Steering Wheel

Seating

  • Leather Seats

Technology

  • Cruise Control

1996 Chevrolet Lumina Safety

1996 Chevrolet Lumina Safety Technology

  • Child Door Locks
  • Child Seat Anchors: Not available
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
Not Available

Crash Test Rating

Provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Driver Front
5.0
Passenger Front
4.0

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Price
$1,908
$1,839
$1,847
$1,733
Consumer Rating
4.3
4.1
4.0
3.8
Fuel Economy
City 18/Hwy 26/Comb 21 MPG
City 24/Hwy 31/Comb 27 MPG
City 22/Hwy 32/Comb 26 MPG
City 19/Hwy 30/Comb 23 MPG
Fuel Type
Gas
Gas
Gas
Gas
Seating Capacity6555
Basic Warranty
3 years or 36000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
Horsepower
160 @ 5200 RPM
132 @ 5600 RPM
105 @ 5800 RPM
150 @ 6000 RPM
Engine
V6, 3.1 Liter
4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter
4-Cyl, 1.6 Liter
4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD
FWD
FWD

1996 Chevrolet Lumina Rankings

FAQs

Is 1996 a good year for a Chevrolet Lumina?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.3 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 1996 Lumina is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

Is the Chevrolet Lumina 1996 a good Sedan?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.3 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 1996 Lumina is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

What is the MPG for a 1996 Chevrolet Lumina?

The 1996 Chevrolet Lumina gets 18 mpg in the city and 26 mpg on the highway.

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