Pontiac Grand Am fourth generation
The Pontiac Grand Am fourth generation (1992–1998): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 24 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: N-body
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | – | – | 4,747–4,757 mm |
| Width | – | – | 1,715–1,745 mm |
| Height | – | – | 1,351–1,359 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,630 mm RDW | – | 2,626 mm |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | 1,310–1,320 kg RDW | – | 1,307–1,340 kg |
| Mass in running order | 1,410–1,420 kg RDW | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,760–1,761 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 454 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 454 kg RDW | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Doors | 4 RDW | – | – |
| Luggage space (EPA) | – | 368 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | – | 2,520–2,605 L EPA | – |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 185/75R14, 195/65R15, 195/70R14, 205/55R16
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia, RDW type approvals (Netherlands), 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)
2,163 complaints for model years 1992–1998. 217 crashes · 127 fires · 257 injuries · 23 deaths
- Electrical system 363
- Engine 293
- Brakes 232
- Airbags 199
- Transmission and drivetrain 97
- Steering 46
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 24 versions of the Pontiac Grand Am fourth generation
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United States 18 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998CLKUP | 2.4 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 240 g/km |
| 1998SIL | 2.4 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA | 230 g/km |
| 1996–1998(FFS) (MPFI), CLKUP · CLKUP | 3.1 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 1996–1997(FFS) (MPFI), CLKUP | 2.4 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 240 g/km |
| 1996–1997(FFS) (MPFI), SIL | 2.4 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 240 g/km |
| 1994–1995(FFS) (MPFI), CLKUP | 2.3 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 251 g/km |
| 1995(FFS) (MPFI), SIL | 2.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 240 g/km |
| 1995(FFS) (MPFI), CLKUP | 2.3 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 251 g/km |
| 1994–1995(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 |
| 1993–1994(2-VALVE) (FFS), CLKUP · (FFS) (MPFI), CLKUP | 2.3 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 240 g/km |
| 1994(4-VALVE) (FFS) (MPFI), CLKUP | 2.3 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 1993–1994(4-VALVE) (FFS), SIL · (4-VALVE) (FFS) (MPFI), SIL | 2.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 1993–1994(2-VALVE) (FFS), SIL · (2 VALVE) (FFS) (MPFI), SIL | 2.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA | 230 g/km |
| 1992–1993(4-VALVE) (FFS), CLKUP | 2.3 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 251 g/km |
| 1992–1993(FFS), CLKUP | 3.3 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 20–21 MPG (11.2–11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 263–276 g/km |
| 1992(2-VALVE) (FFS), CLKUP | 2.3 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 240 g/km |
| 1992(2-VALVE) (FFS), SIL | 2.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA | 212 g/km |
| 1992(4-VALVE) (FFS), SIL | 2.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 251 g/km |
Canada 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996–1998Compact | 2.4 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 10.3–10.5 L/100 km 5-cycle | 237–242 g/km |
| 1996–1998Compact | 2.4 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 10.2–10.4 L/100 km 5-cycle | 235–239 g/km |
| 1995–1998Compact | 3.1 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 11.2–12.2 L/100 km 5-cycle | 258–281 g/km |
| 1995Compact | 2.3 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | 11.4 L/100 km 5-cycle | 262 g/km |
| 1995Compact | 2.3 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 11.0 L/100 km 5-cycle | 253 g/km |
| 1995Compact | 2.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 11.3 L/100 km 5-cycle | 260 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.