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1996 Chevrolet Beretta

US · Compact Cars

The 1996 Chevrolet Beretta is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine
Varies by configuration: 2.2L 4-cylinder (FFS) (MPFI), 3.1L 6-cylinder (FFS) (MPFI)
Transmission
Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain
FWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Economy
21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) combined
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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
2.2L 4-cylinder (FFS) (MPFI), 3.1L 6-cylinder (FFS) (MPFI)
Combined Economy
21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) combined
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
Automatic, Manual
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
EngineVaries by configuration: 2.2L 4-cylinder (FFS) (MPFI), 3.1L 6-cylinder (FFS) (MPFI)
Displacement2.2 L to 3.1 L
Cylinders4 to 6
Fuel typeGasoline

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionVaries by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Gears3 to 5
DrivetrainFWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km)
City18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km)
Highway27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km) to 33 mpg (7.1 L/100 km)

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.

Trims and configurations

3 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 6, 2026.

  • 07E021000: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES

    CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, P/NOS. FP10020-11B1, FP10026-11B1, AND FP10027-11B1, SOLD AFTER JANUARY 9, 2007, AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE UNIVERSAL PRESSURE REGULATORS (UPR) WERE PRODUCED WITHOUT AN O'RING AND RETAINER.

    Remedy: DELPHI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE UPR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 23, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT DELPHI AT 877-411-8770.

    Reported March 12, 2007. View on NHTSA

  • 98V027000: INTERIOR LIGHTING

    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES WERE BUILT WITH THE POTENTIAL FOR THE INTERIOR LAMPS TO COME ON UNEXPECTEDLY WHILE THE VEHICLES ARE BEING DRIVEN. THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 101, "CONTROLS AND DISPLAYS."

    Remedy: DEALERS WILL RUN A DIAGNOSTIC TEST ON THE LAMP CONTROL MODULE AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE IT.

    Reported February 17, 1998. View on NHTSA

Data sources

  • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 10, 2026 · US Government public data
  • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 20, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: November 10, 2026

Data verified: November 10, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

Related vehicles

  • Varies by configuration: 2.2L 4-cylinder ((FFS) (MPFI)), 3.1L 6-cylinder ((FFS) (MPFI)) · FWD
    25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 1996 Chevrolet Beretta have?

Varies by configuration: 2.2L 4-cylinder ((FFS) (MPFI)), 3.1L 6-cylinder ((FFS) (MPFI)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 1996 Chevrolet Beretta?

Combined fuel economy is 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 1996 Chevrolet Beretta front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: FWD.

Are there recalls for the 1996 Chevrolet Beretta?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 6, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.