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1990 Chevrolet Caprice

US · Large Cars

The 1990 Chevrolet Caprice 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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: 4.3L 6-cylinder (FFS), 5.0L 8-cylinder (GM-CHEV) (FFS), 5.7L 8-cylinder (350 V8) (POLICE) (FFS), 5.0L 8-cylinder (GM-OLDS) (FFS)
Transmission
4-speed automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Economy
15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) combined
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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
4.3L 6-cylinder (FFS), 5.0L 8-cylinder (GM-CHEV) (FFS), 5.7L 8-cylinder (350 V8) (POLICE) (FFS), 5.0L 8-cylinder (GM-OLDS) (FFS)
Combined Economy
15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) combined
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
4-speed automatic
Market: US·Switch units to convert the figures shown.
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
EngineVaries by configuration: 4.3L 6-cylinder (FFS), 5.0L 8-cylinder (GM-CHEV) (FFS), 5.7L 8-cylinder (350 V8) (POLICE) (FFS), 5.0L 8-cylinder (GM-OLDS) (FFS)
Displacement4.3 L to 5.7 L
Cylinders6 to 8
Fuel typeGasoline

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionAutomatic
Gears4
DrivetrainRWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km)
City13 mpg (18.1 L/100 km) to 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km)
Highway18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 24 mpg (9.8 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Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity.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

4 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 7, 2026.

  • 07E088000: EQUIPMENT

    CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AND PART NUMBER APPEAR ON THE FILTER HOUSING. FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A…

    Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075.

    Reported October 24, 2007. View on NHTSA

  • 90V096000: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE

    PLASTIC FUEL FILTER ASSEMBLIES MAY DEVELOP LEAKS.

    Remedy: REPLACE PLASTIC ASSEMBLY WITH METAL FUEL FILTER AND BRACKET.

    Reported May 18, 1990. View on NHTSA

Data sources

  • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 21, 2026 · US Government public data
  • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 21, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: October 21, 2026

Data verified: October 21, 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: 4.3L 6-cylinder ((FFS)), 5.0L 8-cylinder ((GM-CHEV) (FFS)), 5.7L 8-cylinder ((350 V8) (POLICE) (FFS)), 5.0L 8-cylinder ((GM-OLDS) (FFS)) · RWD
    20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km)

  • Varies by configuration: 5.7L 8-cylinder ((350 V8) (POLICE) (FFS)), 5.0L 8-cylinder ((GM-CHEV) (FFS)) · RWD
    18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 1990 Chevrolet Caprice have?

Varies by configuration: 4.3L 6-cylinder ((FFS)), 5.0L 8-cylinder ((GM-CHEV) (FFS)), 5.7L 8-cylinder ((350 V8) (POLICE) (FFS)), 5.0L 8-cylinder ((GM-OLDS) (FFS)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 1990 Chevrolet Caprice?

Combined fuel economy is 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 1990 Chevrolet Caprice front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: RWD.

Are there recalls for the 1990 Chevrolet Caprice?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 7, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.