Pontiac Aztek first generation

Pontiac Aztek first generation
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The Pontiac Aztek first generation (2001–2005): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 3 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: U-body, GMT250

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,625 mm
Width1,872 mm
Height1,694 mm
Wheelbase2,751 mm
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,714–1,834 kg

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia (en, pl). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

566 complaints for model years 2001–2005. 28 crashes · 13 fires · 32 injuries

  • Fuel system 83
  • Electrical system 82
  • Engine 55
  • Brakes 33
  • Equipment 30
  • Airbags 28

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 Pontiac Aztek 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
2001–2005CLKUP3.4 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive18–19 MPG (12.4–13.1 L/100 km) EPA291–307 g/km
2001–2005CLKUP3.4 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive19–20 MPG (11.8–12.4 L/100 km) EPA276–291 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
2001–2005Sport utility vehicle3.4 LPetrol4-speed automatic11.6–13.5 L/100 km 5-cycle267–311 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.