Oldsmobile Ciera SL
Oldsmobile Ciera SL — 1982–1996 (Ciera); 1984–1996 (Cruiser), 2-door coupe (1982–1991); 4-door sedan (1982–1996); 4-door station wagon (1984–1996), 262 CID Oldsmobile diesel V6. Explore engine specifications, fuel economy, dimensions, tire sizes, seating, maintenance and tire-pressure guidance.
About the Oldsmobile Ciera SL
Oldsmobile Ciera SL is a 2-door coupe (1982–1991); 4-door sedan (1982–1996); 4-door station wagon (1984–1996) in the mid-size class, with source data covering 1982–1996 (Ciera); 1984–1996 (Cruiser). The available vehicle data lists 262 CID Oldsmobile diesel V6 as an engine configuration, paired with ''GM TH-125C'' 3-speed automatic; ''GM 440-T4'' 4-speed automatic; ''GM 4T60'' 4-speed automatic 4- speed manual (1984 only) and a Transverse front-engine, front-wheel drive layout. Public source material describes the model in the context of its design, market positioning and vehicle history.
This Oldsmobile Ciera SL guide focuses on the details drivers commonly want to know, including engine information for 262 CID Oldsmobile diesel V6 and ''GM TH-125C'' 3-speed automatic; ''GM 440-T4'' 4-speed automatic; ''GM 4T60'' 4-speed automatic 4- speed manual (1984 only) transmission information. Exact specifications should be matched to the relevant model year and market.
Oldsmobile Ciera SL specifications at a glance
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| Make | Oldsmobile |
|---|---|
| Model | Ciera SL |
| Model years | 1982–1996 (Ciera); 1984–1996 (Cruiser) |
| Body style | 2-door coupe (1982–1991); 4-door sedan (1982–1996); 4-door station wagon (1984–1996) |
| Vehicle class | Mid-size |
| Manufacturer | Oldsmobile (General Motors) |
| Production | September 1981–August 1996 |
| Market / country | CA, US |
Engine, transmission and performance
Engine information for the Oldsmobile Ciera SL includes 262 CID Oldsmobile diesel V6.. Published power figures include 85 hp (63.4 kW).. Published torque figures include 165 lbft.. Transmission information includes ''GM TH-125C'' 3-speed automatic; ''GM 440-T4'' 4-speed automatic; ''GM 4T60'' 4-speed automatic 4- speed manual (1984 only).. The listed drivetrain/layout is Transverse front-engine, front-wheel drive.
| Engine | 262 CID Oldsmobile diesel V6 |
|---|---|
| Transmission | ''GM TH-125C'' 3-speed automatic; ''GM 440-T4'' 4-speed automatic; ''GM 4T60'' 4-speed automatic 4- speed manual (1984 only) |
| Drivetrain / layout | Transverse front-engine, front-wheel drive |
| Power | 85 hp (63.4 kW) |
| Torque | 165 lbft |
Dimensions, weight and practicality
Dimensions and capacity figures are presented as published source data when available.
| Wheelbase | 104.9 in (2,664 mm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 190.3 in (4,834 mm) |
| Width | 69.5 in (1,765 mm) |
| Height | 54.1 in (1,374 mm) |
Oldsmobile Ciera SL other specifications
| Name | Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera |
|---|---|
| Aka | Oldsmobile Ciera (1996); Oldsmobile Cutlass (Ciera) Cruiser; Cutlass by General Motors (Mexico) |
| Image | 1996 Oldsmobile Ciera.jpg |
Oldsmobile Ciera SL generations and model years
Where a source covers multiple generations, CarCareTool selects the generation(s) that best match this catalog model instead of mixing unrelated variants.
| Generation / scope | Years | Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera | 1982–1996 (Ciera); 1984–1996 (Cruiser) | 2.2 L ''122'' I4; 2.5 L ''Tech IV'' I4; 2.8 L ''LE2'' V6; 2.8 L ''Gen II'' V6; 3.0 L ''LK9'' V6; 3.1 L ''Gen II'' V6; 3.3 L ''LG7'' V6; 3.8 L ''LG3'' V6; 4.3 L ''LT7'' Diesel V6 | ''GM TH-125C'' 3-speed automatic; ''GM 440-T4'' 4-speed automatic; ''GM 4T60'' 4-speed automatic 4- speed manual (1984 only) | Transverse front-engine, front-wheel drive |
Recommended tire pressure for Oldsmobile Ciera SL
Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the manufacturer’s cold inflation pressure. CarCareTool estimates are clearly labelled when an exact verified value is unavailable.
| Load condition | Front | Rear | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | 32 PSI | 30 PSI | Estimate |
| Fully loaded | 34 PSI | 33 PSI | Estimate |
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