1990 Chevy Lumina Minivan Review
1990 Chevy Lumina Minivan Review
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New minivan suffering from inadequate powerplant debuts. Body panels are composite plastic mounted to a steel-space frame. Modular seating accommodates up to seven passengers. Standard and only engine is a 3.1-liter V6 offering 120 measly horsepower.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 1990 Chevrolet Lumina Minivan 3dr Minivan and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $4.47 per gallon for regular unleaded in Oregon.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Oregon
$306/mo for Lumina Minivan Base
Lumina Minivan Base
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$210/mo
Avg. Compact Minivan
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5 star(56%)
4 star(33%)
3 star(11%)
2 star(0%)
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4.88 out of 5 stars
We loved it!
Suzann F, 03/02/2006
1990 Chevrolet Lumina Minivan CL 3dr Minivan
We got this van when my kids were 8 and 10. It was great for hauling everyone to and from activities throughout their childhoods. The front freaked other people out but I loved it and never had a problem getting used to it. Both my kids learned to drive in it. We always felt very safe in it too. Were were in one major accident with it only a year after purchasing it. The van fared … quite well for hitting another vehicle at 45 miles an hour. We suffered NO major injuries just a few bruises. It was great for long trip too. You could adjust the seat to whatever kind of travel you were doing. The fact we have kept it for 16 years should give you a good indication how we feel.
4.5 out of 5 stars
"One of the oldest rides still on the road."
cadiyama, 10/16/2013
1990 Chevrolet Lumina Minivan 3dr Cargo Minivan
My wife was driving this 1990 Chevrolet Lumina APV when we met back in 2002. To make a long story short, I am now the principle driver of this soon to be antique while she gets around in a 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. Ours is one of several still on the road in this area alone, so I bet there are a good many still out there across the country. Sure, I have had to make the expected repairs and … all, but this Chevy is still going strong with 164,000 original miles on her. I am going to drive this van until the wheels fall off. I am presently looking for a bumper snicker that says "Don't Laugh, It's Paid For!"
4.88 out of 5 stars
It Looks Like a Dust Buster
Joe H., 04/08/2006
1990 Chevrolet Lumina Minivan 3dr Minivan
It may look like a Dust Buster but it doesn't suck! Have had ours about 12 years now, 200k on the odometer... just had to replace the brake lines...that is the only money I have put into it other than, oil, tires and occaisional brake pads!
4.88 out of 5 stars
Crazy ride!
james gunn, 09/22/2010
1990 Chevrolet Lumina Minivan CL 3dr Minivan
Bought this van in 2004, now has 198,000 on it. This is the best 500.00 I have ever spent for a vehicle! Replaced brakes and oil changes, that is all. Now the heater core is blown. Doing it soon. One fantastic ride!
1990 Lumina Minivan Highlights
Base
Engine Type | Gas |
---|---|
Combined MPG | 18 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $306/month |
Drivetrain | front wheel drive |
Safety
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original0
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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