1997 Pontiac Bonneville
US · Large Cars
The 1997 Pontiac Bonneville 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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: 3.8L 6-cylinder supercharged (FFS) (MPFI) (S-CHARGE), 3.8L 6-cylinder (FFS) (MPFI)
- Transmission
- 4-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 3.8L 6-cylinder supercharged (FFS) (MPFI) (S-CHARGE), 3.8L 6-cylinder (FFS) (MPFI) | |
| Displacement | 3.8 L | |
| Cylinders | 6 | |
| Aspiration | Supercharged | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| Gears | 4 | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
2 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 5, 2026.
09E012000: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
Reported April 7, 2009. View on NHTSA
96V196000: SEATS
THE SEAT COVER TRIM MATERIAL DOES NOT MEET THE FLAMMABILITY REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 302, "FLAMMABILITY OF INTERIOR MATERIALS."
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE COVERS ON THE FRONT SEAT BACKS, REAR SEAT CUSHION AND REAR SEAT BACK ASSEMBLIES.
Reported October 8, 1996. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 10, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 19, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: November 10, 2026
Data verified: November 10, 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
- 1996 Pontiac Bonneville
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 3.8L 6-cylinder supercharged ((FFS) (MPFI)), 3.8L 6-cylinder ((FFS) (MPFI)) · FWD
21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) - 1998 Pontiac Bonneville
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 3.8L 6-cylinder, 3.8L 6-cylinder supercharged · FWD
20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 1997 Pontiac Bonneville have?
Varies by configuration: 3.8L 6-cylinder supercharged ((FFS) (MPFI) (S-CHARGE)), 3.8L 6-cylinder ((FFS) (MPFI)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 1997 Pontiac Bonneville?
Combined fuel economy is 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 1997 Pontiac Bonneville front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: FWD.
Are there recalls for the 1997 Pontiac Bonneville?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 5, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.