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Used 1997 Chevrolet Venture

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2005
1997
Fuel Economy
19 combined mpg
Horsepower
180 hp
Seating
7 - 8
Cargo Volume
126.6 - 148.3 cu ft
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1997 Chevrolet Venture Passenger Overview

Used 1997 Chevrolet Venture Passenger Pricing

Used 1997 Chevrolet Venture Passenger pricing starts at $1,965 for the Venture Passenger Minivan, which had a starting MSRP of $20,495 when new. The range-topping 1997 Venture Passenger Extended Minivan starts at $2,146 today, originally priced from $21,660.

Original MSRP
KBB Fair Purchase Price (nat'l average)
Minivan
$20,495
$1,965
$21,660
$2,146

The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for used 1997 Chevrolet Venture Passenger models in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly.

Venture Passenger Consumer Sentiment

Owners give this generation Chevrolet Venture Passenger (1997-2005) a 4 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 78% recommend it. These figures are based on 599 consumer reviews, like these:

What Owners are Saying About the 1997 Chevrolet Venture Passenger

"A great running van"

"I love this van and no matter what happens to my van it keeps going it has a strong motor and the trans , also i have been in a wreck and i its Still drives great , its a very safe and dependable van."

"great"

"238000 miles and still running strong original motor,trans,starter and alt."

"good car"

"it's served us well"

Overall 1997 Chevrolet Venture Passenger Quality

User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 1997 Chevrolet Venture Passenger is above average for its class. Owners rated the 1997 Chevrolet Venture Passenger quality a 4 out of 5.

1997 Chevrolet Venture Passenger Reliability

The 1997 Chevrolet Venture Passenger receives an average consumer rating of 4 overall and a 4.2 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.

Favorite 1997 Venture Passenger Features

According to drivers of the 1997 Venture Passenger, here are some of its best features:

  • I love this van
  • Very reliable. Lots of room. Cheaper to buy than most other minivans.
  • Reliable
  • Everything I mentioned in my review, and more.
  • AWESOME FAMILY VECHICLE

1997 Chevrolet Venture Passenger MPG by Trim

1997 Venture Passenger Minivan - city 16 MPG - hwy 23 MPG

1997 Venture Passenger Extended Minivan - city 16 MPG - hwy 23 MPG

1997 Venture Passenger Safety

NHTSA Safety Rating

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the 1997 Chevrolet Venture Passenger front-side driver crash test rating is 4 out of 5 stars. The front-side passenger crash test rating is 4 out of 5.

1997 Chevrolet Venture Passenger Safety Features

  • Child Door Locks
  • Child Seat Anchors: Not available
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
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1997 Chevrolet Venture Passenger
KBB.com Consumer Reviews

4.0
Consumer Rating
Based on 599 Consumer Reviews
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80%Recommend this vehicle
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45%
5
45%
4
30%
4
30%
3
9%
3
9%
2
9%
2
9%
1
7%
1
7%
Value
4.1
Performance
4.2
Quality
4.0
Comfort
4.3
Reliability
4.2
Styling
4.2

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1997 Chevrolet Venture Passenger Styles

Lowest-Priced

Minivan

19 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
7
Seating
180 @ 5200 RPM
Horsepower
V6, 3.4 Liter
Engine

Extended Minivan

19 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
8
Seating
180 @ 5200 RPM
Horsepower
V6, 3.4 Liter
Engine
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Specifications

Dimensions, Weights & Capacities

Curb Weight
3671 lbs.
Fuel Capacity
20.0 gallons
Front Head Room
39.9 inches
Front Leg Room
39.9 inches
Max Seating Capacity
7
Minimum Ground Clearance
8.3 inches
Overall Length
186.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room
59.8 inches
Towing Capacity, Maximum
3500 lbs.
Trunk or Cargo Capacity
126.6 cu.ft.
Turning Diameter
37.4 feet
Wheel Base
112.0 inches
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
5357 lbs.
Payload Capacity
1422 lbs.
Width with mirrors
72.0 inches

Exterior

Alloy Wheels
Available
Moon Roof/Sun Roof
Available
Number of Doors
3 doors
Privacy Glass
Available
Roof Rails
Available

Fuel Economy

City
16 mpg
Highway
23 mpg
Combined
19 mpg

Mechanical

Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission Type
Automatic

Performance

Horsepower
180 @ 5200 RPM
Torque
205 @ 4000 rpm
Engine
V6, 3.4 Liter

Warranty

Basic
3 years / 36000 miles
Powertrain
3 years / 36000 miles
Corrosion
6 years / 100000 miles

Comfort & Convenience

  • Climate Control Air Conditioning

Entertainment

  • DVD Entertainment System
  • MP3 Player
  • CD Player

Interior

  • Power Windows
  • Tilt Steering Wheel

Seating

  • Leather Seats
  • Dual Power Front Seats
  • Power Driver's Seat

Technology

  • Cruise Control
  • Navigation System

1997 Chevrolet Venture Passenger Safety

1997 Chevrolet Venture Passenger Safety Technology

  • Child Door Locks
  • Child Seat Anchors: Not available
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
Not Available
Crash Test Rating
Provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Driver Front
4.0
Passenger Front
4.0

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Price$2,287$2,306
$2,276
$2,332
Consumer Rating
4.0
4.8
4.1
4.4
Fuel Economy
City 16/Hwy 23/Comb 19 MPG
City 18/Hwy 24/Comb 20 MPG
City 16/Hwy 23/Comb 19 MPG
City 16/Hwy 22/Comb 18 MPG
Fuel Type
Gas
Gas
Gas
Flexible Fuel
Seating Capacity7777
Basic Warranty
3 years or 36000 miles
3 years or 50000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
Horsepower
180 @ 5200 RPM
140 @ 5600 RPM
150 @ 5200 RPM
158 @ 4850 RPM
Engine
V6, 3.4 Liter
4-Cyl, 2.2 Liter
V6, 3.0 Liter
V6, Flex Fuel, 3.3 Liter
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD
FWD
FWD
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1997 Chevrolet Venture Passenger Rankings

FAQs

Is 1997 a good year for a Chevrolet Venture Passenger?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 1997 Venture Passenger is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

Is the Chevrolet Venture Passenger 1997 a good Van/Minivan?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 1997 Venture Passenger is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

What is the MPG for a 1997 Chevrolet Venture Passenger?

The 1997 Chevrolet Venture Passenger gets 16 mpg in the city and 23 mpg on the highway.

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