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| GM L platform | |
|---|---|
 1994 Chevrolet Beretta Z26 | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | General Motors |
| Also called | L-body L car |
| Production | 1987–1996 |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Compact (C) platform |
| Layout | FF layout |
| Body style(s) | 2-door coupe 4-door sedan 5-door hatchback |
| Vehicles | Chevrolet Beretta Chevrolet Corsica Pontiac Tempest |
| Related | GM N platform GM J platform |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine(s) | 122 I4 Quad-4 I4 60° V6 |
| Transmission(s) | 3-speed 3T40 automatic 4-speed 4T40-E automatic 4-speed 4T60-E automatic 5-speed Getrag 282 manual |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 103.4 in (2,626 mm) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | GM X platform (FWD) |
| Successor | 2nd generation GM N Platform |
The General Motors L platform (commonly called the L-body or L car) was a front-wheel-drive compact car automotive platform that was produced from 1987 through 1996.
The L platform was very similar to the GM N platform; however, the first-generation N-cars were engineered by Oldsmobile, while the L-cars were engineered by Chevrolet. The L platform used a twist-beam rear suspension and MacPherson struts in the front and featured a 103.4 in (263 cm) wheelbase. Both platforms were used to replace the GM X platform on which the Citation, among others, were based. GM also used a different L platform for the all-wheel-drive versions of the Chevrolet Astro/GMC Safari mid-size vans.