1997 Pontiac Sunfire

$9,750
from
1
listings
$10K–$10K
price range
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Low$9,750
High$9,750
From$9,750
Avg Mileage75,000 mi
Fresh

Sourced from 1 active dealer listings as of

1997 Pontiac Sunfire Trims

All Trims Combined
From$9,750
$10K–$10K
1 listings75,000 avg miles
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From$700
5 listings|$700–$10K

1997 Pontiac Sunfire Pricing

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Pontiac Sunfire Safety & Reliability

Elevated

Federal safety data shows 0 recalls and 225 complaints for the 1997 Pontiac Sunfire, a elevated safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

0
Recalls
225
Complaints
30
Crashes
9
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 225 issues reported over 1 model years, steering problems are the most common for the 1997 Pontiac Sunfire. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Steering39
02Engine And Engine Cooling31
03Electrical System23
04Air Bags23
05Service Brakes, Hydraulic17
225 total across 1 model years (1997–1997)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Pontiac Sunfire Fuel Economy

23–26mpg combined
·
19-22city
·
29-33hwy
·
$1,700-$1,900/yr

The 1997 Pontiac Sunfire delivers 23 to 26 MPG combined across 6 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim
Sunfire - Manual 5-spd
26mpg
2.2L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
22 city33 hwy~$1,700/yr-1/10 Poor
Sunfire - Automatic 4-spd
25mpg
2.2L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
22 city31 hwy~$1,750/yr-1/10 Poor
Sunfire - Automatic 3-spd
24mpg
2.2L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
21 city29 hwy~$1,800/yr-1/10 Poor
Sunfire - Automatic 4-spd
23mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
19 city29 hwy~$1,900/yr-1/10 Poor
Sunfire - Manual 5-spd
23mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
20 city30 hwy~$1,900/yr-1/10 Poor

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

Where to Find 1997 Pontiac Sunfire

2States

Florida has the most inventory at 67%, with options spread across 2 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 1997.

Buying a 1997 Pontiac Sunfire?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 1997 Pontiac Sunfire a good car to buy?

The 1997 Pontiac Sunfire has its strengths and its watch-outs. Owners report steering as the area to watch most closely. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

What's the gas mileage of the 1997 Pontiac Sunfire?

You'll get between 23 and 26 MPG combined from the 1997 Pontiac Sunfire, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 1997 Pontiac Sunfire?

Out of 225 owner complaints, steering issues lead the pack. Get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers this area. The known issues breakdown has all the details.

How does the 1997 compare to other Pontiac Sunfire years?

Pricing, reliability, and supply vary across Pontiac Sunfire model years. Visit the Pontiac Sunfire buyer's guide to compare year-over-year.

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