Chevrolet Omega
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Based on the Opel Omega
A, the Chevrolet Omega A debuted in Brazil
in 1992 with a choice of two engines — a 2.0 L four-cylinder (GLS and GL trim) and 3.0 L six-cylinder (CD trim). From 1995, the engines were upgraded to a 2.2 L four (GLS) and a 4.1 L six (CD) (from the previous GM Opala, but with electronic fuel injection added) respectively. Both sedan and station wagon
(called Omega Suprema) body styles
were available. The station wagon shared the exact powertrain configuration and trim options with the sedan. Some funeral parlor owners chose the Omega Suprema as the preferred car for hearse-based modifications.
Chevrolet Omega (sedan) and Suprema (station wagon) was powered by 2.0 L I4 or 3.0 L I6 Opel engines until 1994. Since discontinuation of Omega A in Germany, General Motors do Brasil
needed a new engines. The 2.0 L I4 was replaced by 2.2 L I4 engine, and the 3.0 L I6 was replaced by 4.1 L (250ci) Chevrolet Straight-6 engine
, which was tuned by Lotus and equipped with multiport fuel injection. The CD version was offered the availability of the 4L30-E
automatic transmission as an option.
version of the Holden Calais
, with subsequent model changes mirroring those of the Australian counterpart. The original Omega B was equipped with the 3.8 L Buick V6 engine
, developing 207 PS (152 kW), but the 2005 update received a new 3.6 L Alloytec V6
. The second generation Omegas were only offered as a four-door sedan (the Commodore also had wagon and pickup variants), and identical Australian-made left-hand drive
models were also exported as the Chevrolet Lumina.
for the new model. The Omega C launched in mid-2007 is little more than a rebadged Holden VE Berlina, a member of the Commodore
family. It was available with the 3.6 L Alloytec engine. Due to the global financial crisis, imports ceased in 2008.
The first 600 exports of the new model will be Omega Fittipaldi Edition named after Brazilian motorsport legend Emerson Fittipaldi. The new model has much the same specification level as the Holden Calais. The Omega has a specially tuned suspension to handle the poor quality roads often found in Brazil
. This updated model carries over much of the same updates as the Holden VE Series II Commodore had, including the new Holden IQ audio system.
The LTZ and S comes standard with a 3.6L Alloytec V6 and a 6-speed automatic transmission for the S and 4-speed for the LTZ , while the SS comes standard with 6.0L Alloytec V8 with the option of Active Fuel management. A 6-speed manual is standard with the option of a 6-speed Automatic on SS.
The LTZ is the luxury model including leather seats, six disc CD player, eight-way drivers adjustable lumbar support and duel zone climate control. While the S and SS focus on sportiness both having sport body kits, projector headlights and sport tail lights. The SS though has leather seats and is the only one out of all three trim levels to have bluetooth phone connectivity.
Lumina models sold in South Africa
received updates for the 2011 Model Year. These changes were introduced to coincide with the release of the Series II Holden Commodore. Changes include revised bumpers, these is a chrome moulding above the number plate on the boot lid, refreshed alloy wheel designs and the Holden IQ system. Also the SSV model was introduced.
Opel Omega
The Opel Omega was an executive car marketed by the German automaker Opel between 1986 and 2003 in two generations, both manufactured at Opel's Rüsselsheim, Germany plant. The first generation, the Omega A , superseded the Opel Rekord, was voted European Car of the Year for 1987, and was available...
A, the Chevrolet Omega A debuted in Brazil
Brazil
Brazil , officially the Federative Republic of Brazil , is the largest country in South America. It is the world's fifth largest country, both by geographical area and by population with over 192 million people...
in 1992 with a choice of two engines — a 2.0 L four-cylinder (GLS and GL trim) and 3.0 L six-cylinder (CD trim). From 1995, the engines were upgraded to a 2.2 L four (GLS) and a 4.1 L six (CD) (from the previous GM Opala, but with electronic fuel injection added) respectively. Both sedan and station wagon
Station wagon
A station wagon is a body style variant of a sedan/saloon with its roof extended rearward over a shared passenger/cargo volume with access at the back via a third or fifth door , instead of a trunk lid...
(called Omega Suprema) body styles
Car body style
Automobiles' body styles are highly variable. Some body styles remain in production, while others become less common or obsolete. They may or may not correlate to a car's price, size or intended market classification. The same car model might be available in multiple body styles comprising a...
were available. The station wagon shared the exact powertrain configuration and trim options with the sedan. Some funeral parlor owners chose the Omega Suprema as the preferred car for hearse-based modifications.
Chevrolet Omega (sedan) and Suprema (station wagon) was powered by 2.0 L I4 or 3.0 L I6 Opel engines until 1994. Since discontinuation of Omega A in Germany, General Motors do Brasil
General Motors do Brasil
General Motors do Brazil is the largest subsidiary of the General Motors in South America and the second largest operation outside the United States. In 2005 it completed 80 years of operation in Brazil...
needed a new engines. The 2.0 L I4 was replaced by 2.2 L I4 engine, and the 3.0 L I6 was replaced by 4.1 L (250ci) Chevrolet Straight-6 engine
Chevrolet Straight-6 engine
The Chevrolet inline 6 was Chevy's main engine from 1929 , through 1954, and was the base engine starting in 1955 when they added the small block V8 to the lineup. It had finally been completely phased out by 1990 in North America, but Brazil held on to their fuel-injected straight-6 through the...
, which was tuned by Lotus and equipped with multiport fuel injection. The CD version was offered the availability of the 4L30-E
GM 4L30-E transmission
The 4L30-E was an automatic transmission developed and produced by General Motors. It was developed for light-duty use in longitudinal engine rear-wheel drive vehicles, replacing the similar TH180/3L30. The 4L30-E was used in many European and Japanese vehicles, including the BMW 3- and 5 Series,...
automatic transmission as an option.
| Engine | Cyl. | Power | Torque | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C20NE C20NE The C20NE is a Family II fuel-injected, four-cylinder engine developed by Opel in the late '80s. It is essentially very similar to the C20XE, but has a simpler cylinder head design which features 2 valves per cylinder and single overhead camshaft. For this reason, the powerplant is commonly... 2.0 |
I4 | 116 PS | 170 newton metre | MY 1992-1995 |
| 2.2 | I4 | 116 PS | 197 newton metre | MY 1995-1998 |
| 3.0 | I6 | 165 PS | 230 newton metre | MY 1992-1995 |
| Chevrolet Chevrolet Straight-6 engine The Chevrolet inline 6 was Chevy's main engine from 1929 , through 1954, and was the base engine starting in 1955 when they added the small block V8 to the lineup. It had finally been completely phased out by 1990 in North America, but Brazil held on to their fuel-injected straight-6 through the... 4.1 |
I6 | 168 PS | 285 newton metre | MY 1995-1998 |
Omega B
In 1999, with the Chevrolet Omega B, General Motors ceased local production in favour of importing a badge engineeredBadge engineering
Badge engineering is an ironic term that describes the rebadging of one product as another...
version of the Holden Calais
Holden Commodore
The Holden Commodore is an automobile manufactured since 1978 by the Holden subsidiary of General Motors in Australia, and, formerly, in New Zealand. In the mid-1970s, Holden established proposals to replace the long-serving Kingswood nameplate with a smaller, Opel-based model...
, with subsequent model changes mirroring those of the Australian counterpart. The original Omega B was equipped with the 3.8 L Buick V6 engine
Buick V6 engine
The Buick V6, initially marketed as Fireball at its introduction in 1962, was a large V6 engine used by General Motors. The block is made of cast iron and all use two-valve-per-cylinder iron heads, actuated by pushrods....
, developing 207 PS (152 kW), but the 2005 update received a new 3.6 L Alloytec V6
GM High Feature engine
The 3600 LY7 are members of General Motors' new High Feature engine family of modern DOHC V6s. This new family of engines was introduced in 2004 with the Cadillac CTS. Holden sells the HFV6 under the name Alloytec. The High Feature moniker on the Holden produced engine is reserved for the twin...
. The second generation Omegas were only offered as a four-door sedan (the Commodore also had wagon and pickup variants), and identical Australian-made left-hand drive
Driving on the left or right
The terms right-hand traffic and left-hand traffic refer to regulations requiring all bidirectional traffic to keep either to the right or the left side of the road, respectively. This is so fundamental to traffic flow that it is sometimes referred to as the rule of the road. This basic rule eases...
models were also exported as the Chevrolet Lumina.
| Engine | Power | Torque | Transmission |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3791 cc Ecotec V6 V6 engine A V6 engine is a V engine with six cylinders mounted on the crankcase in two banks of three cylinders, usually set at either a right angle or an acute angle to each other, with all six pistons driving a common crankshaft... |
152 kW (207 PS) (in version imported to Brazil this engine had a power of 200 PS) | 305 N·m (225 ft·lbf) | 4-speed GM 4L60-E GM 4L60-E transmission The 4L60-E is a series of automatic transmissions from General Motors. Designed for longitudinal engine configurations, the series includes 4 forward gears... automatic Automatic transmission An automatic transmission is one type of motor vehicle transmission that can automatically change gear ratios as the vehicle moves, freeing the driver from having to shift gears manually... |
Omega C
For the fourth generation Chevrolet Omega C, General Motors again looked to HoldenHolden
GM Holden Ltd is an automaker that operates in Australia, based in Port Melbourne, Victoria. The company was founded in 1856 as a saddlery manufacturer. In 1908 it moved into the automotive field, before becoming a subsidiary of the U.S.-based General Motors in 1931...
for the new model. The Omega C launched in mid-2007 is little more than a rebadged Holden VE Berlina, a member of the Commodore
Holden Commodore
The Holden Commodore is an automobile manufactured since 1978 by the Holden subsidiary of General Motors in Australia, and, formerly, in New Zealand. In the mid-1970s, Holden established proposals to replace the long-serving Kingswood nameplate with a smaller, Opel-based model...
family. It was available with the 3.6 L Alloytec engine. Due to the global financial crisis, imports ceased in 2008.
Omega (facelift)
After the Omega was discontinued in 2008, the Omega was rereleased in September 2010.The first 600 exports of the new model will be Omega Fittipaldi Edition named after Brazilian motorsport legend Emerson Fittipaldi. The new model has much the same specification level as the Holden Calais. The Omega has a specially tuned suspension to handle the poor quality roads often found in Brazil
Brazil
Brazil , officially the Federative Republic of Brazil , is the largest country in South America. It is the world's fifth largest country, both by geographical area and by population with over 192 million people...
. This updated model carries over much of the same updates as the Holden VE Series II Commodore had, including the new Holden IQ audio system.
Lumina
In Arabia the Holden VE Commodore is sold as the Lumina. Offered in three different trims LTZ (Calais), S (SV6) and SS.The LTZ and S comes standard with a 3.6L Alloytec V6 and a 6-speed automatic transmission for the S and 4-speed for the LTZ , while the SS comes standard with 6.0L Alloytec V8 with the option of Active Fuel management. A 6-speed manual is standard with the option of a 6-speed Automatic on SS.
The LTZ is the luxury model including leather seats, six disc CD player, eight-way drivers adjustable lumbar support and duel zone climate control. While the S and SS focus on sportiness both having sport body kits, projector headlights and sport tail lights. The SS though has leather seats and is the only one out of all three trim levels to have bluetooth phone connectivity.
Lumina models sold in South Africa
South Africa
The Republic of South Africa is a country in southern Africa. Located at the southern tip of Africa, it is divided into nine provinces, with of coastline on the Atlantic and Indian oceans...
received updates for the 2011 Model Year. These changes were introduced to coincide with the release of the Series II Holden Commodore. Changes include revised bumpers, these is a chrome moulding above the number plate on the boot lid, refreshed alloy wheel designs and the Holden IQ system. Also the SSV model was introduced.