New Car Profile of the 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Mid-Size Coupe

Description: Mid-Size Coupe
Base MSRP Range: $21,415-$27,135
Invoice Price Range: $19,595-$24,829

In coupe style, Monte Carlo for 2004 rides on the platform of Impala and contains many of the same mechanical components yet follows its own tack for exterior styling and interior features. The volume model -- Monte Carlo LS -- totes a 3.4-liter plant that delivers 180 hp and earns fuel economy figures to 32 mpg.

The performance edition -- Monte Carlo SS -- has the 3.8-liter V6 that reaches 200 hp. New to the series is the Monte Carlo Supercharged SS, which puts a blower to the 3.8-liter plant for a boost to 240 hp through a heavy-duty Hydra-Matic 4T65-E four-speed automatic.

Like Impala SS, Supercharged SS Monte Carlo gets stronger suspension components and larger wheels and tires, with large-diameter discs for brakes and an anti-lock braking system (ABS) too. Supercharged SS offers eight color schemes including race-inspired tints like Competition Yellow and Victory Red.