Oldsmobile Calais first generation
The Oldsmobile Calais first generation (1985–1991): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 9 versions in the United States.
Model codes: N-body
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | – | 4,542–4,554 mm |
| Width | – | 1,694–1,699 mm |
| Height | – | 1,328–1,331 mm |
| Wheelbase | – | 2,626 mm |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | – | 1,243 kg |
| Seats and space | ||
| Luggage space (EPA) | 368 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | 2,520–2,577 L EPA | – |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia (en, pl), US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
64 complaints for model years 1985–1990. 8 crashes · 6 fires · 7 injuries
- Engine 43
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 9 versions of the Oldsmobile Calais first generation
United States 9 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 version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988–1991(FFS), CLKUP | 2.3 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 23–25 MPG (9.4–10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 221–240 g/km |
| 1988–1991(FFS), SIL | 2.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 23–26 MPG (9.0–10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 212–240 g/km |
| 1991(FFS) | 2.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 g/km |
| 1988–1991(FFS), CLKUP | 2.5 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 22–23 MPG (10.2–10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 240–251 g/km |
| 1985–1991(FFS), SIL | 2.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 23–25 MPG (9.4–10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 221–240 g/km |
| 1989–1991(FFS), CLKUP | 3.3 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 19–20 MPG (11.8–12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 276–291 g/km |
| 1985–1988(FFS) | 3.0 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 g/km |
| 1985–1987(FFS) | 2.5 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 23–24 MPG (9.8–10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 230–240 g/km |
| 1985(FFS) CA model | 3.0 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 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.