2000-05 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | Consumer Guide Auto

Sporty/performance car; Built in Canada

2-door coupe

transverse front-engine/front-wheel drive

Good condition price range: $2,600 – $8,200*

2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS

2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS

2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo interior

2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS

2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS

Pros:	Acceleration (SS) Instruments/controls Steering/handling (SS)
Cons:	Engine noise Rear-seat entry/exit Road noise

Roomier than other sports coupes, the Monte trounces models like the Avenger in size, comfort, and performance. New or used, it also beats an Accord or Solara in features for the price. Though less poised than Japanese-brand rivals, it has its own American character. Resale value has not been strong, which can be a bonus for used-car shoppers.

Overview

Totally redesigned for 2000, Chevrolet’s midsize sports coupe switched from the Lumina platform to that of the new, larger Impala sedan. Eye-catching styling stood out from any other domestic model, and even featured some design cues from the original Monte Carlos of the 1970s. Two inches shorter overall than the previous Monte, it was three inches longer in wheelbase, giving passengers an extra inch of leg room. A 180-horsepower 3.4-liter V6 went into the LS coupe, while the sporty SS got a 200-bhp 3.8-liter V6, along with firmer suspension settings and standard alloy wheels. Each engine drove a four-speed automatic transmission. Both versions had all-disc antilock braking, but side-impact airbags were not available. Front bucket seats made for five-passenger capacity. Leather upholstery and GM’s OnStar emergency/communications were optional for both the LS and SS. Standard equipment included air conditioning, power windows, a rear defroster, tilt steering column, and tire-inflation monitor. SS coupes added traction control, a rear spoiler, dual-zone climate control, remote keyless entry, and fog lamps.

Yearly Updates

2001 Monte Carlo
A side-impact airbag for the driver became standard on the SS coupe for 2001. Both versions now included traction control. OnStar became standard in the SS.
A new Sport Appearance package for the LS coupe included five-spoke aluminum wheels and a rear spoiler. For the LS, that optional group features lower body cladding, unique five-spoke wheels and rear spoiler, and bright exhaust tips. Also new was an emergency inside trunk release.

2002 Monte Carlo
Dual-zone climate controls and a rear-seat center shoulder belt were newly standard for 2002. To honor the late NASCAR driver, 3333 Monte Carlos equipped with the Dale Earnhardt Signature Edition option package were made available at midyear. Based on the SS, these cars included the High Sport option package and special exterior and interior trim.

2003 Monte Carlo
Additions for ’03 included standard remote keyless entry for the LS, and a newly optional XM satellite radio with 100-channel digital receiver. Added midyear was a specially trimmed Jeff Gordon Signature Edition of the SS.

2004 Monte Carlo
New for ’04 is a Supercharged SS trim level, with a 3.8-liter V6, firmer suspension, 17-inch wheels, and standard tire-inflation monitor.

2005 Monte Carlo
Standard OnStar assistance is the main 2005 change for the Monte Carlo.

ohv V6
Engine Size (liters/cubic inches)	3.4/205
Engine HP	180
Engine Torque (lb-ft)	205

Avail. Trans.	EPA MPG (city/hwy)	MPG avg. as tested
4-speed automatic	20/32	21.0

ohv V6

Engine Size (liters/cubic inches)

3.4/205

Engine HP

180

Engine Torque (lb-ft)

205

Avail. Trans.

EPA MPG (city/hwy)

MPG avg. as tested

4-speed automatic

20/32

21.0

ohv V6
Engine Size (liters/cubic inches)	3.8/231
Engine HP	200
Engine Torque (lb-ft)	225

Avail. Trans.	EPA MPG (city/hwy)	MPG avg. as tested
4-speed automatic	19/29	21.0

ohv V6

Engine Size (liters/cubic inches)

3.8/231

Engine HP

200

Engine Torque (lb-ft)

225

Avail. Trans.

EPA MPG (city/hwy)

MPG avg. as tested

4-speed automatic

19/29

21.0

Supercharged ohv V6
Engine Size (liters/cubic inches)	3.8/231
Engine HP	240
Engine Torque (lb-ft)	280

Avail. Trans.	EPA MPG (city/hwy)	MPG avg. as tested
4-speed automatic	18/28

Supercharged ohv V6

Engine Size (liters/cubic inches)

3.8/231

Engine HP

240

Engine Torque (lb-ft)

280

Avail. Trans.

EPA MPG (city/hwy)

MPG avg. as tested

4-speed automatic

18/28

Ratings

Model Tested: 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS

Ratings values are on a 1-10 scale, with 10 being the best. With the exception of Value, these numbers reflect how the vehicle compares against the universe of vehicles, not just against rivals in its class.

Performance

Acceleration - 6

60%

Fuel Economy - 5

50%

Ride Quality - 5

50%

Steering/Handling - 6

60%

Quietness - 6

60%

Accommodations

Controls/Materials - 6

60%

Room/Comfort Front - 6

60%

Room/Comfort Rear - 3

30%

Cargo Room - 4

40%

Other

Value - 4

40%

Total: 51

Safety Ratings

Model Tested: 2000 Monte Carlo 2-door coupe

NHTSA

(5 is the highest rating)

Front Impact Test

Driver Injury - 5

100%

Front Passenger Injury - 5

100%

Side Impact Test

Driver Injury - 3

60%

Rear Passenger Injury - 4

80%

HLDI

(A score of 100 is average. Lower is better)

Collision	76
Injury	85
Theft	N/A

2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo	Pricing Effective: 05/31/2000
Model Pricing	Retail Price	Dealer Price	Destination
LS 2-door coupe	$ 19,390	$ 17,742	$ 600
SS 2-door coupe	21,935	20,071	600
Price Note:

Optional Equipment
Option Note:
Major Packages
Option	Avail.	Retail	Dealer
Preferred Equipment Group 1	LS	$918	$817
Dual-zone manual climate control, cruise control, remote keyless entry, illuminated visor mirrors, cargo net, alloy wheels.
Preferred Equipment 1, SS		736	655
Heated power mirrors, 6-way power driver seat, automatic day/night rearview mirror, universal garage door opener, Driver Information/Convenience Center (includes trip computer, compass, outside temperature indicator), theft-deterrent system w/alarm.
Comfort & Convenience Features
Option	Avail.	Retail	Dealer
OnStar System		695
Includes Global Positioning System, roadside assistance, emergency services. Requires annual service charge. Price may vary.
Driver Information/Convenience Center		275	245
Trip computer, compass, outside temperature indicator, universal garage door opener, theft-deterrent system w/alarm. LS requires Preferred Equipment Group 1.
Dual-zone manual climate controls	LS	100	89
Requires Preferred Equipment Group 1.
AM/FM/CD player		123	109
Includes 6-speaker sound system, Radio Display System.
AM/FM/cassette/CD player		223	198
Includes Radio Display System and 6-speaker sound system.
Remote CD wiring harness		80	71
Includes 6-speaker sound system.
Steering wheel radio controls	LS	171	152
Includes leather-wrapped steering wheel.
Cruise control	LS	240	214
Remote keyless entry	LS	165	147
Leather upholstery		625	556
Requires power driver seat.
Heated front seats	LS	120	107
Requires leather upholstery, power driver and passenger seats.
6-way power driver seat		305	271
6-way power passenger seat		305	271
Requires leather upholstery and power driver seat.
Power sunroof		700	623
LS requires Preferred Equipment Group 1.
Automatic day/night rearview mirror	LS	121	108
Requires Preferred Equipment Group 1.
Heated power mirrors	LS	35	31
Requires Preferred Equipment Group 1.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Option	Avail.	Retail	Dealer
Engine block heater		20	18
Alloy wheels	LS	300	267

2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo	Pricing Effective: 07/19/2000
Model Pricing	Retail Price	Dealer Price	Destination
LS 2-door coupe	$ 19,690	$ 18,016	$ 610
SS 2-door coupe	22,520	20,606	610
Price Note:

Optional Equipment
Option Note:
Major Packages
Option	Avail.	Retail	Dealer
1SB Preferred Equipment Group 1	LS	$735	$654
Dual-zone manual climate control, cruise control, remote keyless entry, cargo net, alloy wheels.
1SC Preferred Equipment Group 2	LS	1378	1226
Preferred Equipment Group 1 plus OnStar System w/one year service (roadside assistance, emergency services; other services available), automatic day/night rearview mirror, illuminated visor mirrors.
Sport Appearance Pkg.	LS	595	530
Rear spoiler, 16-inch alloy wheels. Requires Preferred Equipment Group.
1SB Preferred Equipment 1	SS	615	547
Heated power mirrors, 6-way power driver seat, automatic day/night outside mirrors, Driver Information/Convenience Center (includes trip computer, compass, outside temperature indicator, universal garage door opener, theft-deterrent system w/alarm).
High Sport Appearance Pkg.	SS	2100	1869
Ground effects body cladding, special rear spoiler, badging, unique alloy wheels.
Comfort & Convenience Features
Option	Avail.	Retail	Dealer
Driver Information/Convenience Center		275	245
Trip computer, compass, outside temperature indicator, universal garage door opener, theft-deterrent system w/alarm. LS requires Preferred Equipment Group.
Dual-zone manual climate controls	LS	100	89
AM/FM/CD player		123	109
Includes 6-speaker sound system, Radio Display System.
AM/FM/cassette/CD player		223	198
Includes Radio Display System and 6-speaker sound system.
Remote CD wiring harness		80	71
Includes 6-speaker sound system.
Steering wheel radio controls	LS	171	152
Includes leather-wrapped steering wheel. Requires Preferred Equipment Group.
Cruise control	LS	240	214
Remote keyless entry	LS	165	147
Leather upholstery	LS	770	686
Leather upholstery	SS	625	556
LS includes driver-side side airbag. Requires power driver seat.
Heated front seats		120	107
Requires leather upholstery, power driver and passenger seats.
6-way power driver seat		305	271
6-way power passenger seat		305	271
Requires leather upholstery and power driver seat.
Power sunroof		795	708
LS requires Preferred Equipment Group.
Heated power mirrors	LS	35	31
Requires Preferred Equipment Group.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Option	Avail.	Retail	Dealer
Engine block heater		35	31
Alloy wheels	LS	300	267

2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo	Pricing Effective: 05/16/2002
Model Pricing	Retail Price	Dealer Price	Destination
LS 2-door coupe	$ 20,425	$ 18,689	$ 635
SS 2-door coupe	23,225	21,251	635
Price Note:

Overview

Yearly Updates

Engines

Road Test

Performance

Accommodations

Other

Total: 51

Specifications

NHTSA

HLDI

Trouble Spots

Recall History

Equipment Lists

Pricing

Standard Equipment
LS : 3.4-liter V6 engine, 4-speed automatic transmission, dual front airbags, antilock 4-wheel disc brakes, daytime running lights, air conditioning, power steering, tilt steering wheel, cloth upholstery, front bucket seats, center console, cupholders, split folding rear seat, overhead console, AM/FM/cassette, digital clock, tachometer, power mirrors, power windows, power door locks, rear defogger, variable intermittent wipers, power decklid release, automatic headlights, visor mirrors, floormats, theft-deterrent system, tire inflation monitor, 225/60R16 tires, wheel covers
SS adds: 3.8-liter engine, traction control, dual-zone manual climate control, cruise control, leather-wrapped steering wheel w/radio controls, remote keyless entry, illuminated visor mirrors, fog lights, rear spoiler, sport suspension, 225/60SR16 tires, alloy wheels

Standard Equipment
LS : 3.4-liter V6 engine, 4-speed automatic transmission, traction control, dual front airbags, antilock 4-wheel disc brakes, daytime running lights, emergency inside trunk release, air conditioning, power steering, tilt steering wheel, cloth upholstery, front bucket seats, center console, cupholders, split folding rear seat, overhead console, AM/FM/cassette, digital clock, tachometer, tire inflation monitor, power mirrors, power windows, power door locks, rear defogger, variable intermittent wipers, power decklid release, map lights, automatic headlights, visor mirrors, floormats, theft-deterrent system, 225/60R16 tires, wheel covers
SS adds: 3.8-liter engine, driver-side side airbag, OnStar System w/one year service (roadside assistance, emergency services; other services available), dual-zone manual climate control, interior air filter, cruise control, leather-wrapped steering wheel w/radio controls, remote keyless entry, automatic day/night rearview mirror, illuminated visor mirrors, fog lights, rear spoiler, sport suspension, 225/60SR16 tires, alloy wheels

2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo	Pricing Effective: 05/29/2003
Model Pricing	Retail Price	Dealer Price	Destination
LS 2-door coupe	$ 21,160	$ 19,361	$ 660
SS 2-door coupe	23,560	21,557	660
Price Note:

2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo	Pricing Effective: 06/22/2004
Model Pricing	Retail Price	Dealer Price	Destination
LS 2-door coupe	$ 21,665	$ 19,823	$ 660
SS 2-door coupe	24,070	22,024	660
Supercharged SS 2-door coupe	27,395	25,066	660
Price Note:

Standard Equipment
LS : 3.4-liter V6 engine, 4-speed automatic transmission, dual front airbags, 4-wheel disc brakes, daytime running lights, emergency inside trunk release, air conditioning w/dual-zone manual climate controls, interior air filter, power steering, tilt steering wheel, cloth upholstery, front bucket seats, center console, cupholders, split folding rear seat, power mirrors, power windows, power door locks, remote keyless entry, AM/FM/cassette, digital clock, tachometer, overhead console, visor mirrors, map lights, variable-intermittent wipers, rear defogger, power decklid release, automatic headlights, theft-deterrent system, 225/60R16 tires, wheel covers
SS adds: 3.8-liter V6 engine, traction control, antilock 4-wheel disc brakes, tire-inflation monitor, driver-seat lumbar adjustment, cruise control, leather-wrapped steering wheel w/radio controls, illuminated visor mirrors, fog lights, rear spoiler, Sport Suspension, 225/60SR16 performance tires, alloy wheels
Supercharged SS adds: 3.8-liter supercharged V6 engine, floormats, Performance Suspension, 235/55WR17 tires

2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo	Pricing Effective: 12/14/2004
Model Pricing	Retail Price	Dealer Price	Destination
LS 2-door coupe	$ 22,280	$ 20,386	$ 660
LT 2-door coupe	24,690	22,591	660
Supercharged SS 2-door coupe	28,355	25,945	660
Price Note:

Standard Equipment
LS : 3.4-liter V6 engine, 4-speed automatic transmission, dual front airbags, 4-wheel disc brakes, daytime running lights, emergency inside trunk release, air conditioning w/dual-zone manual climate controls, interior air filter, OnStar assistance system w/one-year service, power steering, tilt steering wheel, cloth upholstery, front bucket seats, center console, cupholders, split folding rear seat, power mirrors, power windows, power door locks, remote keyless entry, AM/FM/cassette, digital clock, tachometer, visor mirrors, map lights, variable-intermittent wipers, rear defogger, automatic headlights, theft-deterrent system, 225/60R16 tires, wheel covers
LT adds: 3.8-liter V6 engine, traction control, antilock 4-wheel disc brakes, tire-pressure monitor, driver-seat lumbar adjustment, cruise control, leather-wrapped steering wheel w/radio controls, illuminated visor mirrors, fog lights, Sport Suspension, 225/60SR16 performance tires, alloy wheels
Supercharged SS adds: 3.8-liter supercharged V6 engine, AM/FM/CD player, floormats, rear spoiler, Performance Suspension, 235/55WR17 tires