Oldsmobile Bravada Indy Pace Car
The Oldsmobile Bravada was a luxury SUV from the Oldsmobile marque of General Motors. Two different vehicles bore this model name - the first and second-generation GMT330, produced from 1991 through 2004, and the 2002 to 2004 GMT360.
1991
The 1991 Bravada was an upscale version of the 4-door S-Blazer/Jimmy. It was the first truck-based vehicle offered by Oldsmobile since the 1920s and was only available in the U.S. It was the only Oldsmobile vehicle equipped with "Smart Trak" all-wheel drive, leather upholstery, and the 4.3 L Z-code engine. Anti-lock brakes and remote keyless entry were also standard on the 1991 Bravada.
Engines
- 1991 - 4.3 L Vortec 4300 V6, TBI, 160 hp (119 kW)/230 ft·lbf (312 N·m) (VIN Z)
- 1992-1994 - 4.3 L Vortec 4300 V6, CPFI, 200 hp (149 kW) (VIN W)
Fuel Economy
The first generation Bravada with the 160 hp engine has an EPA city/highway mpg rating of 17/22. With the 200 hp engine, it averages 16/21 mpg.
1996
The 1996 and 1997 models were less boxy than their predecessor and featured daytime running lamps with a driver's airbag, as well as a more stylish interior with fewer ridges and squares. In 1998, the interior was further updated with dual airbags and a new front fascia which included the new Aurora inspired Oldsmobile logo. OnStar was offered in 1999, first as a cell phone and then integrated into the rearview mirror in 2001 with hands-free calling and virtual advisor. A Bose sound system was included in 1999 and in 2000, the engine was redesigned but still kept the same output. A two-tone Platinum Edition exterior was added for 2000 and went out of production in 2001 to make way for the new GMT360 Bravada.
Engines
- 1996-2001 - 4.3 L Vortec 4300 V6, CSFI, 190 hp (142 kW)
Fuel Economy
The second generation Bravada has an EPA city/highway rating of 16/21 mpg.
2002
The 2002 Bravada was the first GMT360 truck with the 270 hp (201 kW) Atlas I6 engine. Rear-wheel drive was also available on the 2002 Bravada, the first rear wheel drive Oldsmobile since the 1992 Custom Cruiser. Also in 2002, the Bravada was introduced into the Canadian market. Production of the Bravada ceased with the discontinuation of the Oldsmobile marque in 2004 and the last Bravada rolled off the assembly line in January 2004. The Bravada bodyshell is still in production as the Buick Rainier.
Engines
- 2002-2004 LL8 4.2 L (256 in³) I6, 270 hp (201 kW)
Fuel Economy
The third generation Bravada has an EPA city/highway rating of 15/21 mpg.
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