Chevrolet Monte Carlo

19842007 · 42 configurations

Lowest
15
Average
19
Best
22

The Chevrolet Monte Carlo has been tested by the EPA across 42 different configurations spanning model years 1984 through 2007. Over this period, the Monte Carlo has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 15 MPG to 22 MPG, with an overall average of 19 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2007
3.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,700192822MPG
2007
5.3L 8-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,650162419MPG
2007
3.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdGasoline or E85
$2,700192922MPG
2006
3.9L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,850182621MPG
2006
5.3L 8-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,650162619MPG
2006
3.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdGasoline or E85
$2,700192922MPG
2005
3.4L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,700192922MPG
2005
3.8L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,450172620MPG
2005
3.8L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,850182821MPG
2004
3.4L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,700192922MPG
2004
3.8L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,850182821MPG
2004
3.8L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,450162620MPG
2003
3.4L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,700192922MPG
2003
3.8L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,000172720MPG
2002
3.4L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,700192922MPG
2002
3.8L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,000172720MPG
2001
3.4L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,700192922MPG
2001
3.8L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,850172821MPG
1988
4.3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,000172520MPG
1988
5L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,300152218MPG
1987
4.3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$3,150172219MPG
1987
4.3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,150172419MPG
1987
5L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,300152218MPG
1986
4.3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$3,300162218MPG
1986
4.3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,150162419MPG
1986
5L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,300152318MPG
1985
4.3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,150162419MPG
1985
5L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$3,750152016MPG
1985
5L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,500152217MPG
1985
4.3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$3,300162118MPG
1985
4.3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,150162419MPG
1985
5L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$3,500152017MPG
1985
5L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,300152218MPG
1984
3.8L 6-cyl
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$3,300162018MPG
1984
3.8L 6-cyl
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,300162218MPG
1984
5L 8-cyl
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$4,000141815MPG
1984
5L 8-cyl
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,500152117MPG
1984
5.7L 8-cyl
Automatic 3-spdDiesel
$3,850182521MPG
1984
5.7L 8-cyl
Automatic 4-spdDiesel
$3,850182721MPG
1984
3.8L 6-cyl
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$3,300162218MPG
1984
5L 8-cyl
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$3,750151916MPG
1984
5L 8-cyl
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,500152117MPG

Historical Efficiency

2007
22
2006
22
2005
22
2004
22
2003
22
2002
22
2001
22
1988
20
1987
19
1986
19
1985
19
1984
21

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Monte Carlo) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Chevrolet Monte Carlo. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Chevrolet Chevrolet Monte Carlo (1995 on) grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
496
Total Deaths
354

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
19.6%
Fire Occurrence
3.8%
Speeding Involved
26.0%
DUI Involved
24.0%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

68%
Front
25%
Side
7%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes30
Fatalities
22
Deaths/Crash
0.73
2022
Fatal Crashes25
Fatalities
19
Deaths/Crash
0.76
2021
Fatal Crashes38
Fatalities
32
Deaths/Crash
0.84
2020
Fatal Crashes42
Fatalities
34
Deaths/Crash
0.81
2019
Fatal Crashes58
Fatalities
44
Deaths/Crash
0.76
2018
Fatal Crashes49
Fatalities
35
Deaths/Crash
0.71
2017
Fatal Crashes53
Fatalities
37
Deaths/Crash
0.70
2016
Fatal Crashes67
Fatalities
45
Deaths/Crash
0.67
2015
Fatal Crashes66
Fatalities
43
Deaths/Crash
0.65
2014
Fatal Crashes68
Fatalities
43
Deaths/Crash
0.63

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2006
1
2004
2
2003
2
2002
1
2001
8
1987
1
1986
2
1985
1
1984
3
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