2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating

Source NHTSA

MPG (up to)

19 -21 City / 29 -32 HWY

Source FuelEconomy.gov

Horsepower

180 -200

Seats

Positive Owner Reviews

Christina S

It is a very easy car to drive.

It handles very well and drives easily. It is a comfortable ride also. The back window too small to see out of.

Jean B

It has good gas mileage for a car of it is size.

It drives and looks good. My complaint is that it is getting old enough for (so far) minor repairs.

Phyllis B

It has been very dependable and drives and still looks almost new.

I like the way it looks and drives. It has been very dependable. It has had a few problems that had to be fixed.

Cassandra B

It can go from 0-65 in 7 seconds.

There's an ignition recall so sometimes it won't start and I get stranded. The heated seats are amazing, but only one side will work at a time. Since it is an older car, there is a knob to turn to dim or brighten the indoor light or turn the headlights on or off. There is only one switch on the dash that controls the wipers, turn signal and the bright lights. You have to pull it back and hold it to have bright light because it doesn't click to stay on by itself.

Tammy R

That it drives good and it gets good gas mileage.It also is very roomy and it has good air conditioning and heater.

I like the comfort in riding the car it has a sunroof I love that and it's so roomy it drives good too

Joshua S

Great car fun to drive. Easy on gas

The transmissions go out. The solution is to buy an aftermarket upgraded transmission. The motor and chassis are solid the 3.8 v6 is responsive. And pushes the car to 60 mph in a respectable 8 seconds great brakes and easy to work on. I have had the transmission in and out 4 times easy as cake.

Robert L

Wish they still made this model

It's a personal luxury coupe. It drives smoothly. I call it the poor man's Cadillac.. Interior has nice bucket seats and a floor shifter. It also comes in the SS styling.

Narayan R

You can fit 2 full size grown men in the trunk. Or a bobcat scoop full of mulch.

It is a great vehicle. Always starts. Has minimum issues. I am glad I made a choice to get this vehicle. It is roomy. I would like four door s however I am satisfied overall with what I have. I can fit the children seats and more in the back seats and sometimes more. I have often said to people that this is one of the better vehicles I have purchased. Ironically the last favorite vehicle of mine was a 2000 Chevrolet s-10 and it ran great. The only big concern was the factory anti-theft system.

Negative Owner Reviews

Rebecca W

Not my first choice, but sturdy.

My car is a two door car - which I find very inconvenient. Additionally it does not seem to drive well in the winter. There have been many electrical problems inside and issues with the gas and exhaust as well. I do think the car is comfortable to drive in, as it feels very sturdy for a smaller car.

Eric D

Overall my 02 Chevy Monte Carlo has treated me good

My car is reliable but the strut on the rear passenger side is bad and the combination switch for the low beams and high beams doesn't work so they are hooked up to a switch that is mounted in front of the center console. It has heated front seats and it mostly electric controlled seats and power windows

Tony W

Buy or not buy a gm vehicle.

I love the comfort, but I have had many issues over the years. It is typical of gm though. It is unlikely that I will ever purchase a vehicle made by gm again, for there is not great reliability. So, there you have it. Do not buy gm models if you want a reliable vehicle... Which would include thousands of dollars to keep up compared to other manufactures.

Marjorie E

It keeps going and going! It's a eye catcher. Can hold up to 5 people

It has lasted a long time. But It's only a 2 door vehicle. Makes having a family hard to travel. And not wheelchair accessible but It's a good car that never gives out on us

Ashley D

It sounds like it's going to explode but it wont lol.

The car needs motor mounts so it shakes I dislike that. It needs a good paint job and some new seats. It drives well regardless.

Michelle S

Monte-Carlo problems occurring

The car is reliable and gets me to and from. However has bad struts and brakes after having tires changed a few months ago. I do not like the 2 door aspect but my brother gave me the car when I needed it. The passenger window does not roll up all the way.

Mary W

It is paid for and owe nothing on it.

Cold starter. The turn signal works only when it is cold. Needs regular maintenance more often than most.

Kristine M

Chevy Monte Carlo for a family.

My car is a 2002 Chevy Monte Carlo. It's an OK car to drive but not really for a family. I think it has a tendency to have electrical problems I'm having some wire issues. I would recommend this car for a single young person not a person with the family.

Chevrolet Monte Carlo Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

180 HP 27-27 MPG 5 Seats

200 HP 24-24 MPG 5 Seats

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2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Owner Reviews

4.03

31 Reviews

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5 stars

39%

4 stars

35%

3 stars

16%

2 stars

10%

1 star

Ashley D on March 15, 2021

It sounds like it's going to explode but it wont lol.

The car needs motor mounts so it shakes I dislike that. It needs a good paint job and some new seats. It drives well regardless.

Jean B on January 12, 2021

It has good gas mileage for a car of it is size.

It drives and looks good. My complaint is that it is getting old enough for (so far) minor repairs.

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Ranks #5 Midsize Cars by Owners

The 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo has an average owner rating of 4.08 out of 5 which ranks it #5 of 15 other Midsize Cars.

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2002 Honda Accord

4.26

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2002 Toyota Camry

4.26

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2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

4.03

Ranks #1 Midsize Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo has a combined MPG of 32 which ranks it #1 of 15 other Midsize Cars.

2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

32 MPG

2002 Honda Accord

30 MPG

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2002 Buick Regal

29 MPG

Is The 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo A Good Car?

Yes, it has been a great vehicle but has had problems with stalling in traffic and unsafe areas and the mechanics can't seem to fix it.

Sydney S.

How Reliable Is The 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo?

It stalls in traffic and unsafe areas but before it started doing that it was an excellent car. It has always been a reliable vehicle until it started stalling and now I can't drive it until we can... Read More

Dana M.

Is The 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo A Good Value?

I think I paid $3,000 about 6 years ago and it was in very good condition, so I would say it was a good value!

Don D.

Safety & Reliability

NHTSA Crash Test

Overall

Front

Rollover

Not Rated

Side

*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

IIHS Crash Test

(Not Tested)

*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety