Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera first generation

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The Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera first generation (1984–1996): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 27 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: A-body

Dimensions, weights and capacity

Specification	Europe	North America	Wikipedia
Dimensions
Length	4,830 mm RDW	–	4,834 mm
Width	1,770 mm RDW	–	1,765 mm
Height	–	–	1,374 mm
Wheelbase	2,660–2,670 mm RDW	–	2,664 mm
Weights and towing
Kerb weight	1,302–1,380 kg RDW	–	–
Mass in running order	1,402–1,480 kg RDW	–	–
Gross vehicle weight	1,743–1,911 kg RDW	–	–
Towing, braked trailer	907 kg RDW	–	–
Towing, unbraked trailer	454 kg RDW	–	–
Seats and space
Seats	4–6 RDW	–	–
Doors	2–4 RDW	–	–
Luggage space (EPA)	–	453 L EPA	–
Passenger space (EPA)	–	2,747 L EPA	–

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), 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)

300 complaints for model years 1984–1996. 35 crashes · 6 fires · 36 injuries

Engine 44
Brakes 42
Electrical system 25
Speed control 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 27 versions of the Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera first generation

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United States 24 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
1994–1996(FFS) (MPFI), CLKUP	2.2 L	Petrol	3-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA	230 g/km
1994–1996(FFS) (MPFI), CLKUP	3.1 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	20–21 MPG (11.2–11.8 L/100 km) EPA	263–276 g/km
1993(FFS), CLKUP	2.2 L	Petrol	3-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA	240 g/km
1990–1993(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
1989–1993(FFS), CLKUP	3.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	20–21 MPG (11.2–11.8 L/100 km) EPA	263–276 g/km
1988–1992(FFS), CLKUP	2.5 L	Petrol	3-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	22–24 MPG (9.8–10.7 L/100 km) EPA	230–251 g/km
1987–1989(FFS) · (FFS), CLKUP	2.8 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA	263 g/km
1988–1989(FFS), CLKUP	2.8 L	Petrol	3-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA	276 g/km
1985–1988(FFS)	3.8 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	19–20 MPG (11.8–12.4 L/100 km) EPA	276–291 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
1986–1987(FFS)	2.8 L	Petrol	3-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	19–20 MPG (11.8–12.4 L/100 km) EPA	276–291 g/km
1986(FFS)	2.8 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA	276 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
1985(FFS) CA model	3.0 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA	307 g/km
1985(FFS)	3.0 L	Petrol	3-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA	291 g/km
1985(FFS)	3.0 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA	291 g/km
1985	4.3 L	Diesel	3-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA	243 g/km
1984(FFS) · (FFS) CA model	2.5 L	Petrol	3-speed automatic	–	23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA	240 g/km
1984(FFS)	3.0 L	Petrol	3-speed automatic	–	20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA	276 g/km
1984(FFS) CA model	3.0 L	Petrol	3-speed automatic	–	18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA	307 g/km
1984(CAL,FFS) · (FFS) CA model	3.8 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	–	19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA	291 g/km
1984(DIESEL)	4.3 L	Diesel	3-speed automatic	–	25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA	253 g/km
1984(DIESEL) CA model	4.3 L	Diesel	3-speed automatic	–	24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA	264 g/km
1984(DIESEL) CA model	4.3 L	Diesel	4-speed automatic	–	24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA	264 g/km

Canada 3 versions

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

Years and version	Engine	Fuel	Gearbox	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
1996Mid-size · Station wagon: Mid-size	3.1 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	11.8 L/100 km 5-cycle	271 g/km
1995Mid-size	2.2 L	Petrol	3-speed automatic	9.9 L/100 km 5-cycle	228 g/km
1995Mid-size	3.1 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	12.2 L/100 km 5-cycle	281 g/km

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