| Engine | Type 3.0-liter, DOHC, 24-valve V-6 |
| Horsepower, SAE net | Manual: 270 hp @7100 rpm Automatic: 252 hp @ 6600 rpm |
| Torque, SAE net | 210 lbs-ft (29.0kg-m) @ 5300 rpm |
| Redline | Manual: 8000 rpm Automatic: 7500 rpm |
| Bore & Stroke | 3.54 in x 3.07 in (90.0 mm x 78.0 mm) |
| Displacement | 181 cu in (2977cc) |
| Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 |
| Induction System | Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) with Variable Volume Induction System |
| Valvetrain | 4 valves per cylinder, belt-driven, dual overhead camshafts with Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control (VTEC) system |
| Engine Block | Aluminum alloy with cast-iron cylinder liners |
| Cylinder Head | Aluminum alloy |
| Connecting Rods | Titanium |
| Emission Control | 3-way catalytic converter |
| Ignition System | Electronic direct ignition |
| Alternator | 12V,120 amp. max |
| Battery | Manual: 7OD-23L 12V, 65 amp./hr., maintenance-free Automatic: 80D-26L 12V, 65 amp./hr., maintenance-free |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium unleaded, 91 octane |
| Body Type | All-aluminum unit body |
| Front Suspension | Independent aluminum double wishbone with coil springs, stabilizer bar and compliance pivot |
| Rear Suspension | Independent aluminum double-wishbone with coil springs and stabilizer bar |
| Shock Absorbers | Hydraulic/gas-filled, front and rear |
| Steering Type | Manual: Variable power-assist, rack-and-pinion Automatic: Electric, variable power-assist, rack-and-pinion |
| Steering Ratio | Manual: 18.2:1 to 20.8:1 (variable) Automatic: 18.6:1 |
| Steering Wheel Turns, lock-to-Iock | Manual: 3.24 Automatic: 3.07 |
| Turning Circle, curb-to-curb | 38.1 ft (11.6 m) |
| Wheels | Forged aluminum alloy Front - 16 x 7 JJ Rear- 17 x 8.5 JJ |
| Tires | Front- 215/45ZR 16 Rear- 245/40 ZR 17 |
| Braking System | Dual-diagonal, power-assisted, 4-wheel ventilated disc brakes; 4-channel Anti-Lock Braking System |
| Front Discs | Ventilated, 11.1 in (282 mm) diameter, 28 mm rotor thickness |
| Rear Discs | Ventilated, 11.1 in (282 mm) |
| Swept Area front and rear | 229 sq in (1480 cm2) |
| Parking Brake | Rear, mechanical |
| Powertrain | ||
| Type | Transverse midship-engine/rearwheel drive | |
| Transmissions | ||
| . | 5-speed manual | 4-speed electronically controlled automatic with programmed lockup torque converter and Sports Shift (optional) |
| Ratios (:1) | . | . |
| 1st | 3.071 | 2.611 |
| 2nd | 1.727 | 1.551 |
| 3rd | 1.230 | 1.025 |
| 4th | 0.967 | 0.684 |
| 5th | 0.771 | - |
| Reverse | 3.186 | 1.909 |
Final Drive |
4.062 | 4.428 |
| Capacities. | |
| Crankcase | 6.7 US. quarts (6.3 liters) including filter |
| Cooling System | Manual- 16.9 U.S. quarts (16.0 liters) Automatic- 17.4 U.S. quarts (16.5 liters) |
| Fuel Tank | approx. 18.5 U.S. gallons (70.0 liters) |
| Passenger Volume | 48.9 cu ft |
| Cargo Volume | 5.0 cu ft |
| Total Volume | 53.9 cu ft |
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| Fuel Economy. | |
| EPA Fuel Mileage, City/Highway* | Manual- 19/24 Automatic- 18/23 |
| *Use for comparison purposes only. California figures are the same. Your mileage may vary. | |
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| Exterior Dimensions. | |
| Wheelbase | 99.6 in (2530 mm) |
| Track, front | 59.4 in (1510 mm) |
| Track, rear | 60.2 in (1540 mm) |
| Length | 174.2 in (4425 mm) |
| Width | 71.3 in (1810 mm) |
| Height | 46.1 in (1170 mm) |
| Curb Weight |
Manual: 3020 lbs (1370 kg) Automatic: 3109 lbs (1410 kg) |
| Weight Distribution, (%) front/rear | Manual 42/58 |
| Coefficient of Drag (Cd) | 0.32 |
| Coefficient of Lift (Cl) | 0.05 |
| Frontal Area (A) | 19.16 sq ft (1.78 sq m) |
| Air Drag Coefficient (Cd x A) | 0.57 |
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| Interior Dimensions. | |
| Head room | 36.3 in (921 mm) |
| Leg room | 44.3 in (1126 mm) |
| Hip room | 53.8 in (1366 mm) |
| Shoulder room | 52.5 in (1334 mm) |
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| Warranties | |
| Vehicle | 4-year/50,000-mile limited warranty |
| Outer Body Rust-Through | 4-year/unlimited-mile limited warranty |