DecodedCarsChevrolet Classic
2 model years from 2005 to 2008, compared on size, efficiency, safety and reliability.
- Model years
- 2005–2008
- Class
- Midsize Cars
- Latest engines
- 2.2L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl
- Best MPG
- 25–25 combined, by year
- Latest rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns, all years
- Most complaints
- 2005 (8)
The 2008 Classic in brief
The 2008 Chevrolet Classic is a midsize car offered with 2 engines (2.2L 4-cyl and 3.5L 6-cyl) and front-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 25 MPG combined (21 city / 31 highway), 18% better than the 2008 midsize car average of 21.1 MPG, for an estimated $2,700 a year in fuel.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
The Chevrolet Classic has 2 model years in our data, from 2005 to 2008.
Its most efficient year was 2008 at 25 MPG combined; across all years the best version ranged from 25 to 25 MPG.
Owners most often report problems with the electrical system (3), unknown or other (2), steering (2).
2008 Classic pros & cons
Full 2008 details →What's good
- Excellent fuel economyUp to 25 MPG combined — 18% better than the average 2008 midsize car (21.1 MPG).
- Few owner complaints0 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 126 for similar models.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Classic changes by model year
- 2008
- Engine added: 3.5L 6-cyl
Years without a measurable change are left out.
Show all 2 model years side by side
Alternatives to the 2008 Classic
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 Toyota Camry | 34 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2008 Toyota Prius | 46 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2008 Dodge Challenger | 15 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2008 Hyundai Elantra | 28 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 27 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2008 Volkswagen Passat | 24 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
Most common owner-reported problems
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikipedia, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Chevrolet. How we calculate this →