1989 Pontiac Sunbird
The 1989 Pontiac Sunbird is listed in 8 versions in the EPA fuel economy database, with 2.0 L 4-cyl and 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo powertrains. Combined fuel economy ranges from 20 to 27 MPG (best: 8.7 L/100 km).
Model year1989
Versions8
ClassCompact Cars, Subcompact Cars
DriveFront-Wheel Drive
Engines, transmissions & fuel economy
| Version | Powertrain | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | MPG city / hwy / comb | L/100 km (comb) | CO2 g/mi | Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunbird | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 21 / 28 / 23 | 10.2 | 386 | Compact Cars |
| Sunbird | 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 3-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | 18 / 25 / 20 | 11.8 | 444 | Compact Cars |
| Sunbird | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 23 / 33 / 27 | 8.7 | 329 | Compact Cars |
| Sunbird | 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | 18 / 28 / 22 | 10.7 | 404 | Compact Cars |
| Sunbird Convertible | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 19 / 26 / 22 | 10.7 | 404 | Subcompact Cars |
| Sunbird Convertible | 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 3-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | 18 / 26 / 21 | 11.2 | 423 | Subcompact Cars |
| Sunbird Convertible | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 21 / 30 / 24 | 9.8 | 370 | Subcompact Cars |
| Sunbird Convertible | 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | 18 / 28 / 22 | 10.7 | 404 | Subcompact Cars |
Figures are EPA estimates for the U.S. market (U.S. gallons). Your mileage will vary. Transmissions: (S6) = 6-speed with manual select mode, (AV) = continuously variable, (AM) = automated manual.
Safety recalls
Check the NHTSA recall database for the 1989 Pontiac Sunbird.