Pontiac Grand Am fifth generation

Pontiac Grand Am fifth generation
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The Pontiac Grand Am fifth generation (1999–2005): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 12 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: N-body

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length–4,732 mm
Width–1,788 mm
Height–1,400 mm
Wheelbase–2,718 mm
Weights and towing
Kerb weight–1,391–1,413 kg
Seats and space
Luggage space (EPA)368–425 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)2,549 L EPA–

Tyre sizes (most common first): 195/65R15, 205/60R15, 225/50R16

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

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

3,175 complaints for model years 1999–2005. 225 crashes · 47 fires · 192 injuries · 30 deaths

  • Electrical system 739
  • Lights 396
  • Brakes 344
  • Engine 199
  • Airbags 100
  • Visibility and wipers 78

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 12 versions of the Pontiac Grand Am fifth generation

United States 7 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
2003–2005CLKUP2.2 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA221 g/km
1999–2005CLKUP3.4 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive20–22 MPG (10.7–11.8 L/100 km) EPA251–276 g/km
2004SIL2.2 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive27 MPG (8.7 L/100 km) EPA205 g/km
2002–20034 VALVE, SIL · SIL2.2 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA221 g/km
20024 VALVE, CLKUP2.2 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA230 g/km
1999–2001CLKUP2.4 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive22–23 MPG (10.2–10.7 L/100 km) EPA240–251 g/km
2000–2001SIL2.4 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA240 g/km

Canada 5 versions

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

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
1999–2005Compact3.4 LPetrol4-speed automatic10.4–11.5 L/100 km 5-cycle239–265 g/km
2002–2004Compact2.2 LPetrol4-speed automatic9.7–10.0 L/100 km 5-cycle223–230 g/km
2002–2004Compact2.2 LPetrol5-speed manual9.2–10.6 L/100 km 5-cycle212–244 g/km
1999–2001Compact2.4 LPetrol4-speed automatic10.5–10.9 L/100 km 5-cycle242–251 g/km
2000–2001Compact2.4 LPetrol5-speed manual10.6–10.9 L/100 km 5-cycle244–251 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.