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[[Image:G20van.png|thumb|300px|1982 Chevrolet G20 Van]]
{{Infobox Automobile
| image = [[Image:2007 Holden EP Epica CDX 01.jpg|250px|2007 Holden EP Epica CDX (V250)]]
| name = Daewoo Tosca
| aka = Chevrolet Epica<br />Holden Epica
| manufacturer = [[GM Daewoo]]
| parent_company = [[General Motors]]
| class = [[Mid-size car|Mid-size]]
| production = 2006–present
| predecessor = Chevrolet Evanda <br>[[Daewoo Magnus]]<br />[[Opel Vectra|Holden Vectra]]
| platform = V250
| engine = 1.8&nbsp;L ''[[GM Family II engine#D-TEC/E-TEC II|E-TEC II]]'' [[Straight-4|I4]]<br />2.0&nbsp;L ''[[List of VM Motori engines#RA 420 SOHC|RA 420 SOHC]]'' [[Straight-4|I4]] ([[turbodiesel]])<br />2.0&nbsp;L ''XK'' [[Straight-6|I6]]<br />2.5&nbsp;L ''XK'' [[Straight-6|I6]]
| transmission = 5-speed [[Manual transmission|manual]]<br />4-speed [[Automatic transmission|automatic]]<br />5-speed [[Automatic transmission|automatic]]
| wheelbase = {{Auto mm|2700}}
| length = {{Auto mm|4805}}
| width = {{Auto mm|1810}}
| height = {{Auto mm|1450}}
}}
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The '''Chevrolet G20''' was a full-sized van produced by [[General Motors]] and for a while became the staple of the North American van fleet.
The '''Chevrolet Epica''' is a [[mid-size car]] built by [[GM Daewoo]] in [[South Korea]] and marketed worldwide by [[General Motors]] as '''Chevrolet Epica''', '''Chevrolet Tosca''' and '''Holden Epica'''. Codenamed ''V250'', it replaces the [[Daewoo Magnus]] and its derivatives.<ref>{{cite web | last = Pettendy | first = Marton | date = [[2005-12-06]] | url = http://www.goauto.com.au/mellor/mellor.nsf/story/E518B82DB8D19D13CA2570CF00125FF5 | title = Lookout Vectra! GM-Daewoo unveils Tosca medium sedan, and it could be headed our way | work = GoAuto | publisher = John Mellor | accessdate = 2007-10-06}}</ref> The Chevrolet Epica was officially launched in Europe at the 2006 [[Geneva Motor Show]].<ref>{{cite web | date = [[2006-02-06]] | url = http://www.automotoportal.com/article/The_New_Chevrolet_Epica | title = The New Chevrolet Epica | work = GoAuto | publisher = John Mellor | accessdate = 2008-04-08}}</ref> The Tosca is noteworthy in that it is available with transversely-mounted [[Straight-6|straight-six]] engines.<ref name = "GM">{{cite web | url = http://media.gm.com/servlet/GatewayServlet?target=http://image.emerald.gm.com/gmnews/viewpressreldetail.do?domain=519&docid=23594 | title = New in the mid-size category: Chevrolet Epica with a straight six | publisher = [[General Motors]] | date = [[2006-02-27]] | accessdate = 2006-06-16}}</ref> Contrary to the preceding models (''V100'' [[Daewoo Leganza|Leganza]] and ''V200'' Magnus), which were styled by [[Italdesign Giugiaro|Giugiaro]], the ''V250'' was designed entirely in-house.<ref>{{cite web | last = Couture | first = Justin | date = [[2005-12-08]] | url = http://car-reviews.automobile.com/news/new-gmdat-tosca-previews-07-chevy-epica/1583/ | title = New GMDAT Tosca Previews 07 Chevy Epica | publisher = Automobile | date = [[2006-02-27]] | accessdate = 2008-02-23}}</ref>


The G20 and it counterparts replaced the original [[Chevrolet Corvair]] Greenbrier Van in the late 60's the model line evolved until it was replaced in 1996 by the [[Chevrolet Express]]. 1964-70 G20s came with six-lug rims (6 lugs - 5.5" (139.6 mm) bolt circle), while the 1971-96 generation came with the 5 lug - 5" (127mm) bolt circle.
== Name ==
GM Daewoo's official press releases says that ''Tosca'' is an [[acronym]] for ''"Tomorrow Standard Car"''.<ref>{{cite web | last = Pettendy | first = Marton | date = [[2005-12-06]] | url = http://www.goauto.com.au/mellor/mellor.nsf/story/E518B82DB8D19D13CA2570CF00125FF5 | title = First look: Holden's medium sedan future! | work = GoAuto | publisher = John Mellor Pty Ltd | accessdate = 2007-10-09}}</ref> ''"[[Tosca]]"'' is also a popular [[opera]] by [[Giacomo Puccini]].<ref>{{cite web | url = http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do/News/articleId=108359 | title = GM Daewoo Sings "Tosca" With its Suzuki Verona Replacement | publisher = Edmunds Inc | date = [[2005-02-12]] | accessdate = 2007-10-09}}</ref> The "Chevrolet Epica" name was previously used on ''V200'' [[Daewoo Magnus]] models sold in [[Canada]], [[Latin America]], [[China]], [[Europe]], [[Arabia]] and [[Micronesia]]. Since April 2007, the Tosca has been marketed as the [[Holden]] Epica for the [[Australia]]n and [[New Zealand]] markets, replacing the [[Opel Vectra|Holden Vectra]], sourced from [[Opel]] in [[Germany]].<ref>{{cite web | last = Scott | first = Stuart | date = [[2007-08-06]] | url = http://carsguide.news.com.au/site/research/story/epica_holdens_budget_performer/ | title = Epica: Holden's budget performer | work = [[The Sunday Mail (Brisbane)|The Sunday Mail]] | publisher = [[News Limited]] | accessdate = 2008-01-22}}</ref> It is also manufactured and sold in [[Kazakhstan]] as Chevrolet Epica since June 2007.<ref>{{cite web | url = http://www.gmeurope.info/social_media_newsroom/archives/98-Three-Chevrolet-models-to-be-assembled-in-Kazakhstan.html | title = Three Chevrolet models to be assembled in Kazakhstan | publisher = GM Europe | date = [[2007-04-24]] | accessdate = 2007-10-09}}</ref>


G20s were fitted with the ball joints from the Chevrolet/GMC 3/4 and 1 ton pickups although using the 1/2 ton pickup's brake rotors.  
== Powertrains ==
Daewoo's ''XK'' straight-six engines are designed by [[Porsche]]<ref>{{cite journal | month = May | year = 2007 | url = http://www.mynrma.com.au/cps/rde/xchg/mynrma/hs.xsl/holden_epica_review.htm | title = NRMA Car Review - Holden Epica 2.0 CDX & 2.5 CDXi | journal = Open Road | pages = 22 | publisher = [[NRMA]] | accessdate = 2007-10-09}}</ref>, and they are what distinguish the Tosca from other similar vehicles. The ''V250'' is a [[front-wheel drive]] car and the engines are mounted [[Transverse engine|transversely]]; this configuration requires the straight-six engine to be very compact and packed quite tight. The Tosca was launched with two versions of the straight-six of different displacements: the 2.5&nbsp;litre, which was carried over from the Magnus, and a 2.0&nbsp;litre,<ref name = "GM"/> which replaces the [[Holden]]-sourced ''[[GM Family II engine#E-TEC II|E-TEC II]]'' 2.0&nbsp;litre used in the previous model.<ref>{{cite web | url =http://magnus-club.ru/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=26&Itemid=45 | title = Daewoo Magnus: краткая история | publisher = Daewoo MAGNUS | language = Russian | accessdate = 2007-10-09}}</ref> Since 2006, a 1.8&nbsp;litre version of the ''[[GM Family II engine#D-TEC/E-TEC II|E-TEC II]]'' engine model is also available in the South Korean market. This engine is coupled to either a five-speed [[Manual transmission|manual]] or four-speed [[automatic transmission]].<ref name = "GM"/>


A light duty version, the G10, was produced alongside the G20 - the early versions used the Chevrolet passenger car rims (5 lugs - 4.75" (120.7 mm) bolt circle) until 1975 (G10s manufactured prior to the 1976 model year had the smaller bolt pattern, common with the short wheelbase vans). But can still handle LT tire sizes for better handling and stability. the G20 series sported an SB 262 4.3L engine, not much was changed mechanically in the vehicles since their release. Other than carberator to a throttle body. And less use of a vacuum system. Currently there are more after market part options available for its V8 counterparts. Not much has been done in the lines of performance options for the small V6 G20 models. But the reliability remains the same throughout all the G-series models.
GM also announced that in early 2007 these engines will be joined by a 2.0&nbsp;litre ''[[List of VM Motori engines#RA 420 SOHC|RA 420 SOHC]]'' [[Straight-4|straight-four]] [[common rail]] [[turbodiesel]], producing 112&nbsp;kilowatts (150&nbsp;hp) and 310&nbsp;[[newton metre]]s (229&nbsp;ft·lbf) of torque. The engine, co-developed by [[GM Powertrain]], GM Daewoo, and [[VM Motori]], debuted in the [[Daewoo Winstorm]], and was the first diesel engine used in a Daewoo car.<ref>{{cite web | url = http://www.globalautoindex.com/news.plt?no=1338 | title = New Chevrolet Captiva: compact SUV debuts at Geneva | work = Global Auto Index | publisher = Global Auto Systems Europe Kft | date = [[2006-01-16]] | accessdate = 2007-01-25}}</ref> In early 2008, Daewoo launched an updated version of Tosca with new six-speed automatic tramsmission in South Korea. There are two versions of six-speed automatic transmission: ''[[GM 6T40 transmission|GM 6T40]]'' for the 2.0 and 2.5&nbsp;litre pertrol engines and ''[[GM 6T40 transmission|GM 6T45]]'' for the 2.0&nbsp;litre diesel engine. At the same time, Daewoo also revised rear portion of the car, changing the rear combination lamp and rear [[Bumper (automobile)|bumper]].<ref>{{cite web | url = http://media.gm.com/servlet/GatewayServlet?target=http://image.emerald.gm.com/gmnews/viewmonthlyreleasedetail.do?domain=57&docid=42881 | title = GM Daewoo Introduces First Six-Speed Automatic Transmissions Developed by a Korean Automaker | publisher = [[General Motors]] | date = [[2008-01-23]] | accessdate = 2008-04-08}}</ref>


==Trades and business==
{| class=wikitable
The G20's low cost of upkeep size and options, have made this van popular with all different kinds of trades, from plumbers to caterers.
!Engine
==Conversions==
!Power
==Popular culture==
!Torque
*[[Mystery Machine|The Mystery Machine]] from the live action [[Scooby-Doo]] movies is a G20.
!Transmission
|-
| 1.8&nbsp;L ''[[GM Family II engine#D-TEC/E-TEC II|E-TEC II]]'' [[Straight-4|I4]]
|
|
| <ul><li>5-speed [[Manual transmission|manual]]</li><li>4-speed [[Automatic transmission|automatic]]</li><li>
|-
| 1991&nbsp;cc ''[[List of VM Motori engines#RA 420 SOHC|RA 420 SOHC]]'' [[Straight-4|I4]] ([[turbodiesel]])
| {{Convert|110|kW|hp|0|abbr=on}}
| {{auto Nm|320}}
| rowspan="2" | <ul><li>5-speed [[Manual transmission|manual]]</li><li>5-speed [[Automatic transmission|automatic]]</li><li>
|-
| 1993&nbsp;cc ''XK'' [[Straight-6|I6]]
| {{Convert|104|kW|hp|abbr=on}}
| {{Auto Nm|195}}
|-
| 2492&nbsp;cc ''XK'' [[Straight-6|I6]]
| {{Convert|115|kW|hp|abbr=on}}
| {{Auto Nm|237}}
| <ul><li>5-speed [[Automatic transmission|automatic]]</li><li>
|}
<small>''(Source: {{cite journal | author = Jarosław Maznas | issue = June 2006 | title = A teraz Epica {{Pl icon}} | journal = Auto Motor i Sport | pages = 50–51}})''</small>


==Chevrolet and GMC variations==
== References ==
Over the years a number of variations have seen production such as the, [[Chevrolet Beauville]] (which is the upscale passenger variant), the [[Chevrolet Sportvan]], the 1/2 ton [[Chevrolet G10]], 1 ton and [[Chevrolet G30]] and a chassis version the [[Chevrolet G31]] was produced to support large platforms such as [[cube vans]]. In teh 1980's, 1-ton chassis versions of the G-Series specifically designed for Class C-Motor Homes were renamed the '''Chevrolet RV-30'''. A variation was also produced under the [[Chevrolet Nomad]] nameplate, and another model was known as the [[Chevrolet Bonaventure]].
{{reflist}}


On the GMC side, variations were produced such as the staple [[GMC Vandura]] series, and the [[GMC Rally]] series such as the Wagon and later the STX, other nameplates offered were the [[GMC Gypsy]], [[GMC Gaucho]], and the [[GMC MagnaVan]] the 1 ton GMC Chassis van, which likewise was meant for large platforms.


==External links==
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Latest revision as of 17:47, 3 February 2009

Daewoo Tosca
2007 Holden EP Epica CDX (V250)
ManufacturerGM Daewoo
Parent companyGeneral Motors
Also calledChevrolet Epica
Holden Epica
Production2006–present
PredecessorChevrolet Evanda
Daewoo Magnus
Holden Vectra
ClassMid-size
PlatformV250
Engine(s)1.8 L E-TEC II I4
2.0 L RA 420 SOHC I4 (turbodiesel)
2.0 L XK I6
2.5 L XK I6
Transmission(s)5-speed manual
4-speed automatic
5-speed automatic
Wheelbase2700 mm (106.3 in)
Length4805 mm (189.2 in)
Width1810 mm (71.3 in)
Height1450 mm (57.1 in)
ManualsService Manual
"Chevrolet Epica" redirects here. For pre-2006 models, see Daewoo Magnus.

The Chevrolet Epica is a mid-size car built by GM Daewoo in South Korea and marketed worldwide by General Motors as Chevrolet Epica, Chevrolet Tosca and Holden Epica. Codenamed V250, it replaces the Daewoo Magnus and its derivatives.[1] The Chevrolet Epica was officially launched in Europe at the 2006 Geneva Motor Show.[2] The Tosca is noteworthy in that it is available with transversely-mounted straight-six engines.[3] Contrary to the preceding models (V100 Leganza and V200 Magnus), which were styled by Giugiaro, the V250 was designed entirely in-house.[4]

Name

GM Daewoo's official press releases says that Tosca is an acronym for "Tomorrow Standard Car".[5] "Tosca" is also a popular opera by Giacomo Puccini.[6] The "Chevrolet Epica" name was previously used on V200 Daewoo Magnus models sold in Canada, Latin America, China, Europe, Arabia and Micronesia. Since April 2007, the Tosca has been marketed as the Holden Epica for the Australian and New Zealand markets, replacing the Holden Vectra, sourced from Opel in Germany.[7] It is also manufactured and sold in Kazakhstan as Chevrolet Epica since June 2007.[8]

Powertrains

Daewoo's XK straight-six engines are designed by Porsche[9], and they are what distinguish the Tosca from other similar vehicles. The V250 is a front-wheel drive car and the engines are mounted transversely; this configuration requires the straight-six engine to be very compact and packed quite tight. The Tosca was launched with two versions of the straight-six of different displacements: the 2.5 litre, which was carried over from the Magnus, and a 2.0 litre,[3] which replaces the Holden-sourced E-TEC II 2.0 litre used in the previous model.[10] Since 2006, a 1.8 litre version of the E-TEC II engine model is also available in the South Korean market. This engine is coupled to either a five-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission.[3]

GM also announced that in early 2007 these engines will be joined by a 2.0 litre RA 420 SOHC straight-four common rail turbodiesel, producing 112 kilowatts (150 hp) and 310 newton metres (229 ft·lbf) of torque. The engine, co-developed by GM Powertrain, GM Daewoo, and VM Motori, debuted in the Daewoo Winstorm, and was the first diesel engine used in a Daewoo car.[11] In early 2008, Daewoo launched an updated version of Tosca with new six-speed automatic tramsmission in South Korea. There are two versions of six-speed automatic transmission: GM 6T40 for the 2.0 and 2.5 litre pertrol engines and GM 6T45 for the 2.0 litre diesel engine. At the same time, Daewoo also revised rear portion of the car, changing the rear combination lamp and rear bumper.[12]

Engine Power Torque Transmission
1.8 L E-TEC II I4
  • 5-speed manual
  • 4-speed automatic
1991 cc RA 420 SOHC I4 (turbodiesel) 110 kW (148 hp) 320 N·m (236 lb·ft)
  • 5-speed manual
  • 5-speed automatic
1993 cc XK I6 104 kW (139 hp) 195 N·m (144 lb·ft)
2492 cc XK I6 115 kW (154 hp) 237 N·m (175 lb·ft)
  • 5-speed automatic

(Source: Jarosław Maznas. "A teraz Epica (Polish)". Auto Motor i Sport (June 2006): 50–51. )

References

  1. ↑ Pettendy, Marton (2005-12-06). "Lookout Vectra! GM-Daewoo unveils Tosca medium sedan, and it could be headed our way". GoAuto. John Mellor. http://www.goauto.com.au/mellor/mellor.nsf/story/E518B82DB8D19D13CA2570CF00125FF5. Retrieved on 2007-10-06. 
  2. ↑ "The New Chevrolet Epica". GoAuto. John Mellor. 2006-02-06. http://www.automotoportal.com/article/The_New_Chevrolet_Epica. Retrieved on 2008-04-08. 
  3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 "New in the mid-size category: Chevrolet Epica with a straight six". General Motors. 2006-02-27. http://media.gm.com/servlet/GatewayServlet?target=http://image.emerald.gm.com/gmnews/viewpressreldetail.do?domain=519&docid=23594. Retrieved on 2006-06-16. 
  4. ↑ Couture, Justin (2006-02-27). "New GMDAT Tosca Previews 07 Chevy Epica". Automobile. http://car-reviews.automobile.com/news/new-gmdat-tosca-previews-07-chevy-epica/1583/. Retrieved on 2008-02-23. 
  5. ↑ Pettendy, Marton (2005-12-06). "First look: Holden's medium sedan future!". GoAuto. John Mellor Pty Ltd. http://www.goauto.com.au/mellor/mellor.nsf/story/E518B82DB8D19D13CA2570CF00125FF5. Retrieved on 2007-10-09. 
  6. ↑ "GM Daewoo Sings "Tosca" With its Suzuki Verona Replacement". Edmunds Inc. 2005-02-12. http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do/News/articleId=108359. Retrieved on 2007-10-09. 
  7. ↑ Scott, Stuart (2007-08-06). "Epica: Holden's budget performer". The Sunday Mail. News Limited. http://carsguide.news.com.au/site/research/story/epica_holdens_budget_performer/. Retrieved on 2008-01-22. 
  8. ↑ "Three Chevrolet models to be assembled in Kazakhstan". GM Europe. 2007-04-24. http://www.gmeurope.info/social_media_newsroom/archives/98-Three-Chevrolet-models-to-be-assembled-in-Kazakhstan.html. Retrieved on 2007-10-09. 
  9. ↑ "NRMA Car Review - Holden Epica 2.0 CDX & 2.5 CDXi". Open Road (NRMA): 22. May 2007. http://www.mynrma.com.au/cps/rde/xchg/mynrma/hs.xsl/holden_epica_review.htm. Retrieved on 9 October 2007. 
  10. ↑ "Daewoo Magnus: краткая история" (in Russian). Daewoo MAGNUS. http://magnus-club.ru/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=26&Itemid=45. Retrieved on 2007-10-09. 
  11. ↑ "New Chevrolet Captiva: compact SUV debuts at Geneva". Global Auto Index. Global Auto Systems Europe Kft. 2006-01-16. http://www.globalautoindex.com/news.plt?no=1338. Retrieved on 2007-01-25. 
  12. ↑ "GM Daewoo Introduces First Six-Speed Automatic Transmissions Developed by a Korean Automaker". General Motors. 2008-01-23. http://media.gm.com/servlet/GatewayServlet?target=http://image.emerald.gm.com/gmnews/viewmonthlyreleasedetail.do?domain=57&docid=42881. Retrieved on 2008-04-08. 
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