Chevrolet Monza
The 'Italian Vega' that brought Ferrari-inspired styling to the American subcompact market.
- Power
- 78 bhp
- Top speed
- 96 mph
- Est. value
- $4k–$11k
About the Chevrolet Monza
Launched for the 1975 model year, the Chevrolet Monza was a more upscale, sporty evolution of the H-body Vega. Its sleek 2+2 fastback silhouette was famously nicknamed the 'Italian Vega' due to its strong resemblance to the Ferrari 365 GTC/4. While originally designed to house a GM Wankel rotary engine, the project was cancelled late in development, leaving the Monza to rely on the Vega's aluminium-block 2.3-litre four-cylinder as its base powerplant. Despite its humble mechanical underpinnings, the Monza's sophisticated torque-arm rear suspension provided significantly better handling than its predecessor, eventually becoming the blueprint for future Camaro generations.
Chevrolet Monza specs
The Chevrolet Monza produces 78 bhp (58 kW) and 163 Nm (120 lb-ft) of torque. It has a top speed of 96 mph (155 km/h).
| Make | Chevrolet |
|---|---|
| Model | Monza |
| Trim | 2.3 |
| Years | 1975–1977 |
| Type | Sports car |
| Body style | Hatchback |
| Country | United States |
| Original price | About $4,000 when new |
| Engine | 2.3-litre OHC inline-4 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2,294 cc (2.3 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 78 bhp (58 kW) at 4,200 rpm |
| Torque | 163 Nm (120 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 5,500 rpm |
| Top speed | 96 mph (155 km/h) |
| Transmission | 4-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,208 kg (2,663 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 65 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 Monza worth?
A typical Chevrolet Monza is estimated to be worth $3,500 – $11,000 (about £2,600 – £8,200).
Its original price when new was about $4,000.
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 Monza rarity in CarSpot
The Chevrolet Monza is an Uncommon card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 23 out of 100. Hot hatches and premium sporty cars. An Uncommon card is worth 20 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 Monza fun facts
- The Monza's quad rectangular headlights were a first for General Motors, appearing on the 2+2 hatchback models in 1975.
- John DeLorean, then a GM executive, was the one who coined the 'Italian Vega' nickname because of the car's European-inspired styling.
- The Monza's rear suspension design was so effective that it was adapted for the third and fourth-generation Chevrolet Camaros.