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Pontiac Bonneville

Pontiac Bonneville — sedan. Explore engine specifications, fuel economy, dimensions, tire sizes, seating, maintenance and tire-pressure guidance.

About the Pontiac Bonneville

Pontiac Bonneville is a sedan in the full-size car (1957–1981 and 1987–2005)mid-size car (1982–1986) class. The guide brings together the vehicle information currently available for this model and a FR layout (1958–1986) Transverse front-engine, front-wheel drive (1987–2005) layout. Public source material describes the model in the context of its design, market positioning and vehicle history.

This guide is designed to answer practical questions about the Pontiac Bonneville, including its specifications, engine, fuel economy, tires, maintenance and ownership details.

Pontiac Bonneville specifications at a glance

Use this table for the model-level essentials. Exact figures may vary by year, trim, engine and market.

Make	Pontiac
Model	Bonneville
Model years	Not specified
Body style	sedan
Vehicle class	Full-size car (1957–1981 and 1987–2005)Mid-size car (1982–1986)
Manufacturer	Pontiac (General Motors)
Production	1958–20051983–2005 (Canada)
Market / country	CA, FI, GB, NL, NZ, UA, US

Engine, transmission and performance

The available source data does not identify a single engine configuration for every Pontiac Bonneville variant.. The listed drivetrain/layout is FR layout (1958–1986) Transverse front-engine, front-wheel drive (1987–2005).

Drivetrain / layout	FR layout (1958–1986) Transverse front-engine, front-wheel drive (1987–2005)

Pontiac Bonneville other specifications

Name	Pontiac Bonneville
Image	Pontiac Bonneville — 07-09-2009.jpg
Caption	2000–2005 Pontiac Bonneville

Pontiac Bonneville 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
Pontiac Bonneville	1958–20051983–2005 (Canada)	Not specified	Not specified	FR layout (1958–1986) Transverse front-engine, front-wheel drive (1987–2005)

TIRE PRESSURE

Recommended tire pressure for Pontiac Bonneville

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.

Normal load36 PSI front38 PSI rear

Fully loaded38 PSI front41 PSI rear

Load condition	Front	Rear	Status
Normal	36 PSI	38 PSI	Estimate
Fully loaded	38 PSI	41 PSI	Estimate

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Frequently asked questions about Pontiac Bonneville

These FAQs are generated automatically for this specific vehicle from the specifications, features and ownership data available in CarCareTool. Questions are selected by relevance so the page focuses on details that can actually be answered for this model.

What tire pressure should I use for the Pontiac Bonneville?

For the correct setting, use the cold inflation pressure on the vehicle placard or in the owner’s manual. When CarCareTool does not have a verified configuration-specific value, its starting estimate is 36 PSI front and 38 PSI rear for normal load. This is an estimate, not an OEM recommendation.

What is the best engine oil for the Pontiac Bonneville?

There is no single best engine oil for every Pontiac Bonneville configuration. Use the viscosity grade and manufacturer approval specified for the exact engine in the owner’s manual.

What body style is the Pontiac Bonneville?

The Pontiac Bonneville is classified as a sedan.

Is the Pontiac Bonneville FWD, RWD or AWD?

The listed drivetrain/layout for the Pontiac Bonneville is FR layout (1958–1986) Transverse front-engine, front-wheel drive (1987–2005).

Who makes the Pontiac Bonneville?

The manufacturer listed for the Pontiac Bonneville is Pontiac (General Motors).

When was the Pontiac Bonneville produced?

The available source data describes production as 1958–20051983–2005 (Canada).

Where was the Pontiac Bonneville built?

The available source record lists assembly information as Pontiac Assembly, Pontiac, Michigan.

What class of car is the Pontiac Bonneville?

The Pontiac Bonneville is listed in the Full-size car (1957–1981 and 1987–2005)Mid-size car (1982–1986) class.

Which markets or countries sold the Pontiac Bonneville?

The CarCareTool catalog currently associates the Pontiac Bonneville with CA, FI, GB, NL, NZ, UA, US. Market availability and specifications can differ.

What came after the Pontiac Bonneville?

The available vehicle data lists Pontiac G8 as a successor where applicable.

What replaced the Pontiac Bonneville?

The available vehicle data lists Pontiac G8 as the successor where applicable.

How often should I check the tire pressure on the Pontiac Bonneville?

Check the tires regularly and before long trips, with the tires cold. Use the vehicle placard or owner’s manual as the source of the manufacturer’s recommended pressure.

Should I use the tire sidewall pressure for the Pontiac Bonneville?

No. The maximum pressure printed on the tire sidewall is not automatically the vehicle’s recommended setting. Use the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the correct cold inflation pressure.

Does the recommended tire pressure change when the Pontiac Bonneville is fully loaded?

It can. Many vehicles specify a different cold pressure for heavier loads. Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the exact loading condition.

Can the Pontiac Bonneville have different tire pressures front and rear?

Yes. Some vehicles specify different front and rear pressures because axle loads and vehicle configurations differ. Follow the exact vehicle recommendation where available.

Why can mileage differ from the published figure for the Pontiac Bonneville?

Published fuel economy is measured under a defined test method. Real-world mileage can vary with traffic, speed, temperature, tire pressure, payload, maintenance and driving style.

Data sources and verification are available in the page editor; exact specifications can vary by year, market, trim and engine.

Pontiac Bonneville images

Vehicle images are shown from the stored source image records when available.