Pontiac Sunbird Convertible

19851991 · 30 configurations

Lowest
19
Average
22
Best
26

The Pontiac Sunbird Convertible has been tested by the EPA across 30 different configurations spanning model years 1985 through 1991. Over this period, the Sunbird Convertible has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 19 MPG to 26 MPG, with an overall average of 22 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
1991
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,600192823MPG
1991
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,500213024MPG
1991
3.1L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$3,000182520MPG
1991
3.1L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$3,000172620MPG
1990
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdPremium
$3,300182621MPG
1990
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,700192622MPG
1990
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,500213024MPG
1990
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,150182822MPG
1989
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,700192622MPG
1989
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdPremium
$3,300182621MPG
1989
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,500213024MPG
1989
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,150182822MPG
1988
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdPremium
$3,450182520MPG
1988
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,300182721MPG
1988
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,500212924MPG
1988
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,400223125MPG
1987
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdPremium
$3,450182420MPG
1987
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,150182822MPG
1987
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,500212724MPG
1987
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,300233326MPG
1986
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdPremium
$3,450182420MPG
1986
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,500212724MPG
1986
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 4-spdPremium
$3,300192621MPG
1986
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,300233226MPG
1985
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdPremium
$3,650172319MPG
1985
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 4-spdPremium
$3,150192722MPG
1985
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdPremium
$3,450182320MPG
1985
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,600212723MPG
1985
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 4-spdPremium
$3,300192421MPG
1985
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,300233226MPG

Historical Efficiency

1991
24
1990
24
1989
24
1988
25
1987
26
1986
26
1985
26

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Sunbird Convertible) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Pontiac Sunbird Convertible. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Pontiac Pontiac Sunbird (1985-1994)/J-2000/Sunfire (1995 on) grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
4
Total Deaths
5

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
25.0%
Fire Occurrence
0.0%
Speeding Involved
0.0%
DUI Involved
25.0%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

100%
Front
0%
Side
0%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2022
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2018
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2015
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
1.50

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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Historical Severity Timeline

1991
2
1989
2
1988
2
1987
1
1986
1
1985
1
Critical
Moderate
Advisory