Chevrolet Lumina (2nd generation)
A smooth, aerodynamic evolution of the American mid-size family sedan.
- Power
- 160 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 9.6 s
- Top speed
- 118 mph
- Est. value
- $500–$8k
About the Chevrolet Lumina
The second-generation Chevrolet Lumina arrived for the 1995 model year with a significantly more rounded, aerodynamic design intended to compete directly with the Ford Taurus. Built on the GM W platform, it prioritised interior space and ride comfort, offering a standard 3.1-litre V6 that provided adequate, if unhurried, performance. While the coupe variant was rebranded as the Monte Carlo, the Lumina sedan became a staple of American roads and rental fleets throughout the late 1990s. It is remembered today as a competent, high-volume family hauler that bridged the gap between the boxy Celebrity and the revived front-drive Impala.
Chevrolet Lumina specs
The Chevrolet Lumina produces 160 bhp (119 kW) and 251 Nm (185 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 9.6 seconds and has a top speed of 118 mph (190 km/h).
| Make | Chevrolet |
|---|---|
| Model | Lumina |
| Generation | Second Generation (2nd generation) |
| Trim | 3.1 |
| Years | 1995–2001 |
| Type | Saloon |
| Body style | Sedan |
| Country | United States |
| Original price | About $16,000 when new |
| Engine | 3.1-litre V6 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 3,137 cc (3.1 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 160 bhp (119 kW) at 5,200 rpm |
| Torque | 251 Nm (185 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 5,800 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 9.6 s |
| Top speed | 118 mph (190 km/h) |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,510 kg (3,329 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 106 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Chevrolet Lumina worth?
A typical Chevrolet Lumina is estimated to be worth $500 – $7,800 (about £373 – £5,800).
Its original price when new was about $16,000.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Chevrolet Lumina rarity in CarSpot
The Chevrolet Lumina is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 5 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Chevrolet Lumina fun facts
- The Lumina nameplate was used for Chevrolet's NASCAR entries starting in 1989, over a year before the production car was actually available to the public.
- Despite being a quintessentially American sedan, the second-generation Lumina was manufactured exclusively at GM's Oshawa Car Assembly facility in Ontario, Canada.
- The 1995 redesign was delayed by 18 months during development, eventually launching with dual airbags as a key safety selling point.
