Trim Report

Pontiac Bonneville SE1997

Includes:BON|SE
$2,900
Starting From
5
Active Listings
—
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 5 active dealer listings as of

Min $2,900
Max $10,895
From $2,900
Fresh

SE Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$6,999
$7K–$7K
1 listings175,000 avg miles
GXP
From$3,495
4 listings|$3K–$14K
SE
From$2,900
5 listings|$3K–$11K
SLE
From$1,300
5 listings|$1K–$3K

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Where to Find Pontiac Bonneville SE

Location data for all 1997 Pontiac Bonneville trims combined

11States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Michigan (14%), but the remaining listings are spread across 10 other states nationwide.

Pontiac Bonneville Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 1997 Pontiac Bonneville trims

Elevated

The 1997 Pontiac Bonneville has a elevated safety risk profile with 1 recall campaigns and 175 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

1
Recalls
175
Complaints
3
Crashes
23
Fires
Recall Findings
96V1960001996-08-10
SEATS

THE SEAT COVER TRIM MATERIAL DOES NOT MEET THE FLAMMABILITY REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 302, "FLAMMABILITY OF INTERIOR MATERIALS."

IF AN IGNITION SOURCE WERE PRESENT, A VEHICLE INTERIOR FIRE CAN OCCUR.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 175 owners have filed complaints about the 1997 Pontiac Bonneville. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Engine And Engine Cooling54
02Electrical System25
03Power Train16
04Steering12
05Service Brakes, Hydraulic9
175 total across 1 model years (1997–1997)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Pontiac Bonneville Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 1997 Pontiac Bonneville trims

19–20mpg combined
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16-17city
·
26hwy
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$2,200-$3,050/yr

Across 2 configurations, the 1997 Pontiac Bonneville returns 19–20 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim
Bonneville - Automatic 4-spd
20mpg
3.8L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
17 city26 hwy~$2,200/yr-1/10 Poor
Bonneville - Automatic 4-spd
19mpg
3.8L 6-cyl Supercharged · Front-Wheel Drive
16 city26 hwy~$3,050/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Is the SE Worth It?

Common questions about the 1997 Pontiac Bonneville SE

How does the SE compare to other Pontiac Bonneville trims?

The SE occupies a distinct position in the Pontiac Bonneville range. See how it stacks up on the 1997 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 1997 Pontiac Bonneville SE?

Maintenance costs for the SE align with the broader Pontiac Bonneville ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The 1997 model year has 1 recall on record. The most-reported issue area is engine and engine cooling. Check the 1997 Pontiac Bonneville page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Pontiac Bonneville SE?

For the SE, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Pontiac Bonneville buyer's guide.

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