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HSV Manta Models Price and Specs
The price range for the HSV Manta varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $8,800 and going to $12,540 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.
| Year | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Sedan | 5.0L, PULP, 5 SP MAN | $8,800 | $12,540 | |
| 1998 | Sedan | 5.0L, PULP, 5 SP MAN | $8,800 | $12,540 | |
| 1997 | Sedan | 5.0L, ULP, 5 SP MAN | $5,170 | $12,540 | |
| 1997 | Wagon | 5.0L, ULP, 5 SP MAN | $5,830 | $8,360 | |
| 1996 | Sedan | 5.0L, ULP, 5 SP MAN | $5,170 | $10,010 | |
| 1996 | Wagon | 5.0L, ULP, 4 SP AUTO | $5,610 | $10,450 | |
| 1995 | Wagon | 5.0L, ULP, 4 SP AUTO | $5,610 | $10,450 | |
| 1995 | Sedan | 5.0L, ULP, 5 SP MAN | $6,930 | $10,010 | |
HSV Manta Dimensions
The dimensions of the HSV Manta Sedan and Wagon vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.
| Year | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Sedan | 1450x1842x4919 mm | 103 mm | |
| 1998 | Sedan | 1450x1842x4919 mm | 103 mm | |
| 1997 | Sedan | 1403x1794x4861 mm | 140 mm | |
| 1997 | Wagon | 1422x1794x4903 mm | — | |
| 1996 | Sedan | 1403x1794x4861 mm | 140 mm | |
| 1996 | Wagon | 1422x1794x4903 mm | — | |
| 1995 | Sedan | 1403x1794x4861 mm | 140 mm | |
| 1995 | Wagon | 1422x1794x4903 mm | — | |
HSV Manta Towing Capacity
The HSV Manta has maximum towing capacity of 2100kg for the latest model available.
| Year | Body Type | Braked Capacity from | Braked Capacity to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Sedan | 2100kg | 2100kg | |
| 1998 | Sedan | 2100kg | 2100kg | |
| 1997 | Sedan | 2100kg | 2100kg | |
| 1997 | Wagon | 2100kg | 2100kg | |
| 1996 | Sedan | 2100kg | 2100kg | |
| 1996 | Wagon | 2100kg | 2100kg | |
| 1995 | Sedan | 2100kg | 2100kg | |
| 1995 | Wagon | 2100kg | 2100kg | |
HSV Manta Fuel Consumption
The HSV Manta is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by PULP and ULP fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 12L/100km for Sedan /ULP for the latest year the model was manufactured.
| Year | Body Type | Fuel Consumption* | Engine | Fuel Type | Transmission | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Sedan | — | 5.0L | PULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 1998 | Sedan | — | 5.0L | PULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 1997 | Sedan | — | 5.0L | PULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 1997 | Sedan | 12L/100km | 5.0L | ULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 1997 | Wagon | 12L/100km | 5.0L | ULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 1996 | Sedan | 12L/100km | 5.0L | ULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 1996 | Wagon | 12L/100km | 5.0L | ULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 1995 | Sedan | 12L/100km | 5.0L | ULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 1995 | Wagon | 12L/100km | 5.0L | ULP | 5 SP MAN | |
HSV Manta Wheel Size
The HSV Manta has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 235x45 ZR17 for Sedan in 1999 with a wheel size that spans from 17x8 inches.
| Year | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Sedan | 235x45 ZR17 | 17x8 inches | 235x45 ZR17 | 17x8 inches | |
| 1998 | Sedan | 235x45 ZR17 | 17x8 inches | 235x45 ZR17 | 17x8 inches | |
| 1997 | Sedan | 225x50 ZR16 | 16x7 inches | 225x50 ZR16 | 16x7 inches | |
| 1997 | Wagon | 225x50 ZR16 | 16x7 inches | 225x50 ZR16 | 16x7 inches | |
| 1996 | Sedan | 225x50 ZR16 | 16x7 inches | 225x50 ZR16 | 16x7 inches | |
| 1996 | Wagon | 225x50 ZR16 | 16x7 inches | 225x50 ZR16 | 16x7 inches | |
| 1995 | Sedan | 225x50 ZR16 | 16x7 inches | 225x50 ZR16 | 16x7 inches | |
| 1995 | Wagon | 225x50 ZR16 | 16x7 inches | 225x50 ZR16 | 16x7 inches | |
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