1991 Pontiac Sunbird
US · Subcompact Cars
The 1991 Pontiac Sunbird 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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: 2.0L 4-cylinder (FFS), 3.1L 6-cylinder (FFS)
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder (FFS), 3.1L 6-cylinder (FFS) | |
| Displacement | 2.0 L to 3.1 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 to 6 | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual | |
| Gears | 3 to 5 | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) to 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 33 mpg (7.1 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Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity.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
8 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
- 2.0L · FWD · 3-speed automatic
- 2.0L · FWD · 5-speed manual
- 3.1L · FWD · 3-speed automatic
- 3.1L · FWD · 5-speed manual
- Sunbird Convertible · 2.0L · FWD · 3-speed automatic
- Sunbird Convertible · 2.0L · FWD · 5-speed manual
- Sunbird Convertible · 3.1L · FWD · 3-speed automatic
- Sunbird Convertible · 3.1L · FWD · 5-speed manual
Recalls
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 7, 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
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
92V003000: SEAT BELTS
THE FRONT DOOR SHOULDER BELT GUIDE LOOPS MAY BE CRACKED AND ARE NOT IN COMPLIANCE WITH FMVSS 208.
Remedy: INSTALL REINFORCING PLATES ON THE CRACKED SHOULDER BELT GUIDES.
Reported January 10, 1992. View on NHTSA
91V165000: STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
FRONT DOOR INTERLOCK STRIKER MAY FAIL, CAUSING DOOR FRAME COLLAPSE AND INSUFFICIENT STRENGTH FOR THE SHOULDER BELT ANCHORAGE.
Remedy: REPLACE THE PASSIVE RESTRAINT INTERLOCK STRIKER STUDS ON FRONT DOORS.
Reported September 23, 1991. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 21, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 21, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: October 21, 2026
Data verified: October 21, 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
- 1990 Pontiac Sunbird
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO)), 2.0L 4-cylinder ((FFS)) · FWD
26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) - 1992 Pontiac Sunbird
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 3.1L 6-cylinder ((FFS)) · FWD
26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 1991 Pontiac Sunbird have?
Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 3.1L 6-cylinder ((FFS)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 1991 Pontiac Sunbird?
Combined fuel economy is 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 1991 Pontiac Sunbird front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: FWD.
Are there recalls for the 1991 Pontiac Sunbird?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 7, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.