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1987 Pontiac Fiero

US · Two Seaters

The 1987 Pontiac Fiero 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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
Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain
RWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Economy
18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) combined
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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
2.5L 4-cylinder (FFS), 2.8L 6-cylinder (FFS)
Combined Economy
18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) combined
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
Automatic, Manual
Market: US·Switch units to convert the figures shown.
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
EngineVaries by configuration: 2.5L 4-cylinder (FFS), 2.8L 6-cylinder (FFS)
Displacement2.5 L to 2.8 L
Cylinders4 to 6
Fuel typeGasoline

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionVaries by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Gears3 to 5
DrivetrainRWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km)
City16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km)
Highway22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 32 mpg (7.4 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Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity.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

4 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 3 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

  • 90V104000: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE

    PCV GROMMET OIL LEAKS, TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER LEAKS, PISTON CONNECTING ROD FAILURES BREAKING THROUGH ENGINE WALL CAUSING OIL SPILLAGE, FUEL RAIL LEAKS, COOLANT LEAKS, ROCKER COVER OIL LEAKS, AND MAINTENANCE OR SERVICE RELATED FACTORS, COULD CAUSE ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES.

    Remedy: CORRECT OR INSTALL NEW COMPONENTS TO PREVENT UNREASONABLE FIRE RISK.

    Reported April 23, 1990. View on NHTSA

  • 89V232000: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE

    DUE TO AN INTERACTION OF THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT ENVIRONMENT AND MAINTENANCE OR SERVICE RELATED FACTORS, THERE IS A RISK OF ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES.

    Remedy: CORRECT OR INSTALL NEW ENGINE COMPONENTS TO PREVENT UNREASONABLE FIRE RISK.

    Reported December 28, 1989. View on NHTSA

Data sources

  • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 23, 2026 · US Government public data
  • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 23, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: October 23, 2026

Data verified: October 23, 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

  • Varies by configuration: 2.5L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 2.8L 6-cylinder ((FFS)) · RWD
    25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km)

  • Varies by configuration: 2.5L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 2.8L 6-cylinder ((FFS)) · RWD
    25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 1987 Pontiac Fiero 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 1987 Pontiac Fiero?

Combined fuel economy is 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 1987 Pontiac Fiero front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: RWD.

Are there recalls for the 1987 Pontiac Fiero?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 8, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.