1986 Pontiac 6000
US · Midsize Cars
The 1986 Pontiac 6000 is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- Varies by configuration: 2.5L 4-cylinder (FFS), 2.8L 6-cylinder (FFS)
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 2.5L 4-cylinder (FFS), 2.8L 6-cylinder (FFS) | |
| Displacement | 2.5 L to 2.8 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 to 6 | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| Gears | 3 to 4 | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
10 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
- 2.5L · FWD · 3-speed automatic
- 2.8L · FWD · 3-speed automatic
- 2.8L · FWD · 3-speed automatic
- 2.8L · FWD · 4-speed automatic
- 2.8L · FWD · 4-speed automatic
- 6000 Wagon · 2.5L · FWD · 3-speed automatic
- 6000 Wagon · 2.8L · FWD · 3-speed automatic
- 6000 Wagon · 2.8L · FWD · 3-speed automatic
- 6000 Wagon · 2.8L · FWD · 4-speed automatic
- 6000 Wagon · 2.8L · FWD · 4-speed automatic
Recalls
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 8, 2026.
06E043000: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS…
Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
Reported May 19, 2006. View on NHTSA
87V093000: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
THE ANTI LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) PRESSURE/WARNING SWITCH MAY EXHIBIT BRAKE FLUID SEEPAGE WHICH EVENTUALLY CAN LEAD TO LOSS OF THE BRAKE SYSTEM HYDRAULIC PUMP MOTOR. ADDITIONALLY, THE HYDRAULIC PUMP MOTOR AND ABS ELECTRICAL RELAYS MAY HAVE BEEN EXPOSED TO WATER CONTAMINATION DURING VEHICLE ASSEMBLY. THIS CONDITION CAN CAUSE LOSS OF THE HYDRAULIC PUMP MOTOR AND/OR LOSS OF THE ABS FUNCTION.
Remedy: THE ABS AND HYDRAULIC PUMP MOTOR ELECTRICAL RELAYS AND 30 AMP FUSES WILL BE REPLACED. IN ADDITION, THE HYDRAULIC PUMP MOTOR ASSEMBLY AND PRESSURE/WARNING SWITCH WILL BE INSPECTED AND, IF REQUIRED, REPLACED.
Reported June 23, 1987. View on NHTSA
86V131000: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH
THE PUSH PULL HEADLIGHT SWITCH MAY HAVE ELECTRICAL CONTACTS WHICH ALLOW AN INTERMITTENT HEADLIGHT CIRCUIT CAUSING HEADLIGHT TO FLICKER OR SUDDENLY GO OUT. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: SUDDEN LOSS OF THE HEADLIGHTS UNDER SEVERE WEATHER OR NIGHTTIME…
Remedy: REPLACE HEADLIGHT SWITCH AS NECESSARY.
Reported September 19, 1986. View on NHTSA
86V056000: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH
THE PUSH-PULL HEADLIGHT SWITCH MAY HAVE ELECTRICAL CONTACTS WHICH ALLOW AN INTERMITTENT HEADLIGHT CIRCUIT CAUSING HEADLIGHT TO FLICKER OR SUDDENLY GO OUT. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: SUDDEN LOSS OF THE HEADLIGHTS UNDER SEVERE WEATHER OR NIGHTTIME…
Remedy: REPLACE HEADLIGHT SWITCH AS NECESSARY.
Reported April 28, 1986. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 24, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 24, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: October 24, 2026
Data verified: October 24, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
Related vehicles
- 1985 Pontiac 6000
Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Diesel
Varies by configuration: 2.8L 6-cylinder ((FFS) CA model), 4.3L 6-cylinder (CA model), 2.5L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 2.8L 6-cylinder ((FFS)), 4.3L 6-cylinder · FWD
26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) - 1987 Pontiac 6000
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 2.5L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 2.8L 6-cylinder ((FFS)) · FWD
23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 1986 Pontiac 6000 have?
Varies by configuration: 2.5L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 2.8L 6-cylinder ((FFS)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 1986 Pontiac 6000?
Combined fuel economy is 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 1986 Pontiac 6000 front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: FWD.
Are there recalls for the 1986 Pontiac 6000?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 8, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.