Pontiac Sunfire
Pontiac Sunfire — 1995–2005, 2-door convertible 2-door coupe 4-door sedan, 2.2 L ''LN2'' OHV I4; 2.2 L ''L61'' DOHC I4; 2.3 L ''LD2'' DOHC I4; 2.4 L ''LD9'' DOHC I4. Explore engine specifications, fuel economy, dimensions, tire sizes, seating, maintenance and tire-pressure guidance.
About the Pontiac Sunfire
Pontiac Sunfire is a 2-door convertible 2-door coupe 4-door sedan in the compact/sport compact class, with source data covering 1995–2005. The available vehicle data lists 2.2 L ''LN2'' OHV I4; 2.2 L ''L61'' DOHC I4; 2.3 L ''LD2'' DOHC I4; 2.4 L ''LD9'' DOHC I4 as an engine configuration, paired with 5-speed manual 3/4-speed automatic and a FF layout layout. Public source material describes the model in the context of its design, market positioning and vehicle history.
This Pontiac Sunfire guide focuses on the details drivers commonly want to know, including engine information for 2.2 L ''LN2'' OHV I4; 2.2 L ''L61'' DOHC I4; 2.3 L ''LD2'' DOHC I4; 2.4 L ''LD9'' DOHC I4 and 5-speed manual 3/4-speed automatic transmission information. Exact specifications should be matched to the relevant model year and market.
Pontiac Sunfire 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 | Sunfire |
| Model years | 1995–2005 |
| Body style | 2-door convertible 2-door coupe 4-door sedan |
| Vehicle class | Compact/sport Compact |
| Manufacturer | Pontiac (General Motors) |
| Production | 1994–2005 |
| Market / country | CA, FI, NL, UA, US |
Engine, transmission and performance
Engine information for the Pontiac Sunfire includes 2.2 L ''LN2'' OHV I4; 2.2 L ''L61'' DOHC I4; 2.3 L ''LD2'' DOHC I4; 2.4 L ''LD9'' DOHC I4.. Transmission information includes 5-speed manual 3/4-speed automatic.. The listed drivetrain/layout is FF layout.
| Engine | 2.2 L ''LN2'' OHV I4; 2.2 L ''L61'' DOHC I4; 2.3 L ''LD2'' DOHC I4; 2.4 L ''LD9'' DOHC I4 |
|---|---|
| Transmission | 5-speed manual 3/4-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain / layout | FF layout |
Dimensions, weight and practicality
Dimensions and capacity figures are presented as published source data when available.
| Wheelbase | 104.1 in (2,644 mm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 1995–97 Sedan & 2000–05 Coupe: 182 in (4,623 mm) 1998–99 Sedan: 181.7 in (4,615 mm) 1995–99 Coupe & Convertible: 181.9 in (4,620 mm) 2000–02 Sedan: 181.8 in (4,618 mm) 2003–05 Sedan: 183.2 in (4,653 mm) |
| Width | Convertible & 1995–97 Coupe: 67.4 in (1,712 mm) 1995–97 Sedan: 67.3 in (1,709 mm) 1998–2005 Coupe & Convertible: 68.4 in (1,737 mm) Sedan: 67.9 in (1,725 mm) |
| Height | 1998–2005 Coupe: 53 in (1,346 mm) 1998–2005 Sedan: 54.7 in (1,389 mm) 1998–2005 Convertible: 53.7 in (1,364 mm) 1995–97 Coupe: 53.2 in (1,351 mm)1995–97 Sedan: 54.8 in (1,392 mm) 1995–97 Convertible: 51.9 in (1,318 mm) |
| Kerb / curb weight | 2,605 lb (1,182 kg) |
Pontiac Sunfire other specifications
| Name | Pontiac Sunfire |
|---|---|
| Image | 03-05 Pontiac Sunfire.jpg |
Pontiac Sunfire 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 Sunfire | 1995–2005 | 2.2 L ''LN2'' OHV I4; 2.2 L ''L61'' DOHC I4; 2.3 L ''LD2'' DOHC I4; 2.4 L ''LD9'' DOHC I4 | 5-speed manual 3/4-speed automatic | FF layout |
Recommended tire pressure for Pontiac Sunfire
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 | 34 PSI | 32 PSI | Estimate |
| Fully loaded | 36 PSI | 35 PSI | Estimate |
Frequently asked questions about Pontiac Sunfire
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