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Oldsmobile Bravada
Manufacturer	Oldsmobile
Parent company	General Motors
Production	1991–2004 (no 1995 models produced)
Assembly	Moraine, Ohio
Successor	Buick Rainier
Class	Mid-size luxury SUV
Transmission	4-speed automatic
Similar	Mercury Mountaineer Mitsubishi Montero Toyota 4Runner

First generation
Production	1991–1994
Layout	Four wheel drive
Platform	GM GMT330 platform
Engine	4.3 L Vortec 4300 V6
Wheelbase	107.0 in
Length	178.9 in
Width	65.2 in
Height	65.5 in
Related	Chevrolet S-Blazer/GMC Jimmy Chevrolet S-10/GMC Sonoma GMC Typhoon

Second generation
Production	1996–2001
Layout	Four wheel drive
Platform	GM GMT330 platform
Engine	4.3 L Vortec 4300 V6
Wheelbase	107.0 in
Length	180.9 in
Width	66.5 in
Height	63.2 in
Related	Chevrolet Blazer/GMC Jimmy Chevrolet S-10/GMC Sonoma Isuzu Hombre

Third generation
Production	2002–2004
Body style	4-door wagon
Layout	FR layout/Four wheel drive
Platform	GM GMT360 platform
Engine	4.2 L Vortec I6
Wheelbase	113.00 in
Length	191.80 in
Width	75.40 in
Height	74.50 in
Related	Chevrolet SSR Chevrolet TrailBlazer GMC Envoy Buick Rainier Isuzu Ascender

The Bravada was a mid-size luxury SUV from the Oldsmobile marque of General Motors. There have been two different vehicles to bear this model name, the first and second-generation GMT330, and the 2002 to 2004 GMT360.

Contents 1 1991 1.1 Engines 1.2 Fuel Economy 2 1996 2.1 Engines 2.2 Fuel Economy 3 2002 3.1 Engines 3.2 Fuel Economy 4 External links

The 1991 Bravada was an upscale version of the then-new 4-door S-Blazer/Jimmy. It was the first truck-based vehicle offered by Oldsmobile since the 1920s, and by that time was a United States-only vehicle. Unlike its siblings, the Bravada was only offered 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. This version was produced through 1994.

• 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)

The first generation Bravada with the 160 hp engine averaged EPA city/highway 17/22 mpg. The second generation with the 200 hp engine averaged 16/21 mpg.

The Bravada was refreshed later than the others, with no 1995 models produced. The 1996 and 1997 models were less boxy than their predecessor. The Bravada "Smart Trak" system was also changed from the First Generation models. The Smart Trak system is now computer controled and it now works more like a traction control since these trucks now run rwd in normal operations and only when wheel slip is detected does the "Smart Trak" kick into AWD. Daytime running lamps were standard fare including a driver's airbag. The interior styling was more appealing to the eye with less ridges and squares, much like the exterior.

Another refreshening occurred in 1998, with a revised interior including dual airbags and a new front fascia which included the new Aurora inspired Oldsmobile logo. OnStar was available in 1999 as a cell phone unit, later becoming integrated into the rearview mirror in 2001 with available features like hands-free calling and virtual advisor. A Bose sound system was added for 1999 and the engine was redesigned in 2000, though output remained the same. A new two-tone exterior dubbed the Platinum Edition was made available in 2000. This generation was phased out in 2001 to make way for the new GMT360 Bravada.

• 1996-2001 - 4.3 L Vortec 4300 V6, CSFI, 190 hp (142 kW)

The second generation Bravada EPA city/highway averaged 16/21 mpg.

The 2002 Bravada was the first GMT360 truck. This generation Bravada holds the distinction of the last new Oldsmobile model. Like the Chevrolet TrailBlazer and GMC Envoy, it used the new 270 hp (201 kW) Atlas I6 engine. Rear-wheel drive was available for the first time as well, making this the first rear wheel drive Oldsmobile since the 1992 Custom Cruiser. The Bravada entered Canada that time. Production of the Bravada ended with the demise of the Oldsmobile marque in 2004; the last Bravada rolled off the assembly line in January of that year.

The Bravada bodyshell is still in production as the Buick Rainier.

• 2002-2004 LL8 4.2 L (256 in³) I6, 270 hp (201 kW)

The third generation Bravada EPA city/highway averaged 15/21 mpg.

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