Pontiac - Grand Prix VI (W)-3.1 i V6 SE (162 Hp)

Pontiac - Grand Prix VI (W)

Last updated - June 27, 2025, 11:09 p.m.

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Brand	Pontiac
Model	Grand Prix
Generation	Grand Prix VI (W)
Modification	3.1 i V6 SE (162 Hp)
Start Of Production	1996
End Of Production	2001

Performance

The Chevrolet Grand Prix is a high-performance car with a top speed of 195 km/h (121.17 mph).

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Max Speed	195 km/h 121.17 mph

Body & Dimensions

The Grand Prix is a sedan with a length of 4990 mm, width of 1845 mm, and height of 1390 mm. It has a wheelbase of 2805 mm and a front track of 1565 mm. It can seat 5 people and has 4 doors.

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Body Type	Sedan
Seats	5
Doors	4
Length	4990 mm 196.46 in.
Width	1845 mm 72.64 in.
Height	1390 mm 54.72 in.
Wheelbase	2805 mm 110.43 in.
Front Track	1565 mm 61.61 in.
Rear Track	1550 mm 61.02 in.

Fuel Consumption

The Grand Prix is a petrol (gasoline) car with varying fuel consumption. In urban areas, it consumes 11.8 l/100 km (19.93 US mpg, 23.94 UK mpg, 8.47 km/l), while in extra-urban conditions, it consumes 8.1 l/100 km (29.04 US mpg, 34.87 UK mpg, 12.35 km/l).

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Fuel Type	Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban	11.8 l/100 km 19.93 US mpg 23.94 UK mpg 8.47 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban	8.1 l/100 km 29.04 US mpg 34.87 UK mpg 12.35 km/l

Engine & Transmission

The Grand Prix is a front-wheel drive car powered by a 3.1-liter V6 engine, producing 162 horsepower and 185 lb-ft of torque. It features a 4-speed automatic transmission and has a front transverse engine layout. The engine has a compression ratio of 9.6 and uses multi-port manifold injection. The car has a spring strut front suspension and double wishbone rear suspension.

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Powertrain Architecture	Internal Combustion engine
Power	162 Hp @ 5200 rpm.
Power Per Litre	51.7 Hp/l
Torque	251 Nm @ 4000 rpm. 185.13 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm.
Engine Layout	Front, Transverse
Engine Model Code	L82
Engine Displacement	3135 cm3 191.31 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders	6
Engine Configuration	V-engine
Cylinder Bore	89 mm 3.5 in.
Piston Stroke	84 mm 3.31 in.
Compression Ratio	9.6
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder	2
Fuel Injection System	Multi-port manifold injection
Engine Aspiration	Naturally aspirated engine
Engine Oil Capacity	4.3 l 4.54 US qt \| 3.78 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification	5W-30, 10W-30 / API SJ
Coolant	10.42 l 11.01 US qt \| 9.17 UK qt
Drivetrain Architecture	The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel	Front wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox	4 gears, automatic transmission
Front Suspension	Spring Strut
Rear Suspension	Double wishbone

Brakes

The car specs indicate a budget-friendly vehicle with reliable braking and steering systems. The ventilated front discs and disc rear brakes ensure adequate stopping power, while the steering rack and pinion setup offers precise handling. The 205/70 R15 tires provide adequate grip and stability.

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Front Brakes	Ventilated discs
Rear Brakes	Disc
Assisting Systems	ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering Type	Steering rack and pinion
Power Steering	Hydraulic Steering
Tires Size	205/70 R15

Weight & Capacity

The Grand Prix has a weight-to-power ratio of 9.6 kg/Hp (104.5 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 6.2 kg/Nm (161.9 Nm/tonne). It has a kerb weight of 1550 kg (3417.17 lbs.) and a trunk/boot space of 455 l (16.07 cu. ft.). The fuel tank capacity is 68 l (17.96 US gal | 14.96 UK gal).

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Weight To Power Ratio	9.6 kg/Hp, 104.5 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio	6.2 kg/Nm, 161.9 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight	1550 kg 3417.17 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Maximum	455 l 16.07 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity	68 l 17.96 US gal \| 14.96 UK gal