## What Cars Have a 3800 V6 Engine?
The 3800 V6 engine is a General Motors (GM) designed and manufactured engine. Produced from 1995 to 2008, the 3800 V6 was used in a wide variety of GM vehicles, including sedans, coupes, minivans, and SUVs.
### Characteristics of the 3800 V6 Engine
* Displacement: 3.8 L (231 cu in)
* Configuration: 60° V6
* Bore and Stroke: 96 mm × 86 mm (3.78 in × 3.39 in)
* Compression Ratio: 9.4:1
* Maximum Power: 197 hp (147 kW) at 5200 rpm
* Maximum Torque: 225 lb-ft (305 Nm) at 4000 rpm
### GM Vehicles Equipped with the 3800 V6 Engine
The following GM vehicles were equipped with the 3800 V6 engine:
**Sedans**
* Buick LaCrosse
* Chevrolet Impala
* Pontiac Grand Prix
**Coupes**
* Buick Regal
* Chevrolet Monte Carlo
**Minivans**
* Buick Terraza
* Chevrolet Uplander
* Pontiac Montana
**SUVs**
* Buick Rainier
* Chevrolet TrailBlazer
* GMC Envoy
* Isuzu Ascender
* Oldsmobile Bravada
### Performance and Reliability
The 3800 V6 engine was known for its reliability and durability, with many engines lasting well over 200,000 miles with proper maintenance. In terms of performance, the 3800 V6 provided adequate power and torque for most applications. However, it was not considered a particularly powerful engine, especially when compared to modern V6 engines.
### Supercharged Variants
In 1996, GM introduced a supercharged version of the 3800 V6 engine, known as the L67. The L67 engine featured a Roots-type supercharger and produced 240 hp (179 kW) at 5200 rpm and 280 lb-ft (380 Nm) of torque at 3600 rpm. The L67 engine was used in the following GM vehicles:
* Buick Regal GS
* Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS
* Pontiac Grand Prix GTP
### Legacy and Replacement
The 3800 V6 engine was discontinued in 2008 and replaced by the GM 3.6 L V6 engine. The 3.6 L V6 is a more fuel-efficient and powerful engine than the 3800 V6, and it is currently used in a wide range of GM vehicles.
Despite being discontinued, the 3800 V6 engine remains popular among enthusiasts due to its reliability, durability, and ease of maintenance. Many classic GM vehicles equipped with the 3800 V6 are still on the road today, providing reliable transportation and a nostalgic driving experience.
