Oldsmobile Aurora first generation

Oldsmobile Aurora first generation
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The Oldsmobile Aurora first generation (1995–1999): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 3 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: G-body

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length–5,217 mm
Width–1,890 mm
Height–1,407 mm
Wheelbase–2,891 mm
Weights and towing
Kerb weight–1,799 kg
Seats and space
Luggage space (EPA)453 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)2,888 L EPA–

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia, US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

628 complaints for model years 1995–1999. 13 crashes · 62 fires · 31 injuries

  • Fuel system 236
  • Engine 55
  • Electrical system 50
  • Transmission and drivetrain 25

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 3 versions of the Oldsmobile Aurora first generation

United States 2 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
1998–1999CLKUP4.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA307 g/km
1995–1997(FFS) (MPFI), CLKUP4.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive17–18 MPG (13.1–13.8 L/100 km) EPA307–325 g/km

Canada 1 version

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
1995–1999Mid-size4.0 LPetrol4-speed automatic12.8–13.4 L/100 km 5-cycle294–308 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.