These are standard specifications for the 1988 Pontiac Fiero, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
3 Automatic , 5 Manual
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
Features
| Engine Location : | Mid |
| Drive Type : | Rear Wheel |
| Production Years for Series : | 1984 - 1988 |
| Price : | $9,000-$14,000 |
| Weight : | 2600 lbs | 1179.34 kg |
Engine & Transmission
| Inline 4 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 2474 cc | 151.0 cu in. | 2.5 L. |
| Power : | 98 BHP (72.128 KW) @ 4800 RPM |
| Torque : | 135 Ft-Lbs (183 NM) @ 3200 RPM |
| Bore : | 4.0 in | 102 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.0 in | 76 mm. |
| Compression : | 9.0:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Construction : | Cast-iron block and head |
| Electronic fuel injection | |
| Intake manifold : | Aluminum Intake Manifold |
| V 6 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 2835 cc | 173.0 cu in. | 2.8 L. |
| Power : | 135 BHP (99.36 KW) @ 4900 RPM |
| Torque : | 160 Ft-Lbs (217 NM) @ 3900 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.5 in | 89 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.0 in | 76 mm. |
| Compression : | 8.50:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 4 |
| Valvetrain : | 12 OHV (2 valves per cylinder) |
| Construction : | Cast-iron block and head |
| Electronic fuel injection | |
| Intake manifold : | Aluminum Intake Manifold |
3 Automatic , 5 Manual
Production Figures
| Total Pontiac Production for 1988 : | 680,714 |
| Fiero Production (1984-1988) : | 370,168 |
| Total 1988 Fiero production : | 26,401 |
| 1988 Pontiac Fiero | |
Dimension(s)
Coupe
| Fuel Capacity : | 12.0 Gal |
| Seating Capacity : | 2 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 162.7 in | 4133 mm. |
| Width : | 69.0 in | 1753 mm. |
| Height : | 46.9 in | 1191 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 93.4 in | 2372 mm. |
| Front Track : | 57.8 in | 1468 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 57.8 in | 1468 mm. |
| Ground Clearance : | 5.3 in | 135 mm. |
Formula Coupe
| Price : | $11,000 |
| Weight : | 2600 lbs | 1179.34 kg |
| Fuel Capacity : | 12.0 Gal |
| Seating Capacity : | 2 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 162.7 in | 4133 mm. |
| Width : | 69.0 in | 1753 mm. |
| Height : | 46.9 in | 1191 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 93.4 in | 2372 mm. |
| Front Track : | 57.8 in | 1468 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 57.8 in | 1468 mm. |
| Ground Clearance : | 5.3 in | 135 mm. |
GT Coupe
| Price : | $14,000 |
| Weight : | 2795 lbs | 1267.791 kg |
| Fuel Capacity : | 12.0 Gal |
| Seating Capacity : | 2 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 162.7 in | 4133 mm. |
| Width : | 69.0 in | 1753 mm. |
| Height : | 46.9 in | 1191 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 93.4 in | 2372 mm. |
| Front Track : | 57.8 in | 1468 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 57.8 in | 1468 mm. |
| Ground Clearance : | 5.3 in | 135 mm. |
Handling
| Suspension | |
|---|---|
| Front : Independent Control Arms with Coil Springs Rear : Independent Control Arms with Coil Springs | |
| Steering | |
|---|---|
| Rack and Pinion | |
| Turns lock to lock : | 3.00 |
| Turning Circle : | 12.1 m | 476.416 in. | 12100.966 mm. |
| Tires / Wheels | |
|---|---|
| Tires : | P185/75R15 |
Recall
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 06E043000 |
| Summary | 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 APPLICATIONS'). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE. |
| Consequence | THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR. |
| 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). |
| Notes | THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET FRAM FUEL FILTERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV. |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
| Mfr Report Date | 19840701 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 90V104000 |
| Summary | 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. |
| Consequence | AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE CAN SPREAD TO THE PASSENGERCOMPARTMENT AND INJURE OCCUPANTS. |
| Remedy | CORRECT OR INSTALL NEW COMPONENTS TO PREVENT UNREASONABLE FIRE RISK. |
| Notes | SYSTEM: ENGINE.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: FIERO PASSENGER CARS WITH 2.8L 6 CYLINDER ENGINES. |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
| Mfr Report Date | 19840901 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 89V232000 |
| Summary | DUE TO AN INTERACTION OF THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT ENVIRONMENT AND MAINTENANCE OR SERVICE RELATED FACTORS, THERE IS A RISK OF ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES. |
| Consequence | AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE CAN SPREAD TO THE PASSENGERCOMPARTMENT AND INJURE OCCUPANTS. |
| Remedy | CORRECT OR INSTALL NEW ENGINE COMPONENTS TO PREVENT UNREASONABLE FIRE RISK. |
| Notes | SYSTEM: ENGINE.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS WITH 4 CYLINDER ENGINES. |
Data updated January 2023
1988 Averages
| Avg. Car Cost : | $10,400 |
| Avg. Household Income : | $27,225 |
| Avg. Home : | $91,600 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $0.91 |
| Avg. Stamp : | $0 |
1988 Pontiac Fiero FAQs (show)
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 1988 Pontiac Fiero?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1988 Pontiac Fiero? A: The 1988 Pontiac Fiero has a wheelbase size of 93.40 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1988 Pontiac Fiero? A: The 1988 Pontiac Fiero has a length of 162.70 inches.Q: What is the width of the 1988 Pontiac Fiero? A: The 1988 Pontiac Fiero has a width of 69.00 inches.Q: How much did the 1988 Pontiac Fiero cost when new?A: The 1988 Pontiac Fiero cost approximately $9,000 to $14,000 (USD) when new.Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1988 Pontiac Fiero? A: The 1988 Pontiac Fiero was offered as a Coupe, Formula Coupe, GT Coupe.Q: What tires did the 1988 Pontiac Fiero have? A: The 1988 Pontiac Fiero had P185/75R15 tires.Q: How many vehicles did Pontiac produce in 1988? A: Pontiac produced 680,714 automobiles in 1988.Q: How many Fiero were produced? A: Pontiac produced 370,168 examples of the Fiero from 1984 to 1988.Q: How many 1988 Fieros were produced? A: Pontiac produced 26,401 examples of the Fiero in 1988.Q: What engines did the 1988 Pontiac Fiero have? A: The 1988 Pontiac Fiero had the following engine options: Inline 4 (2474 cc | 151.0 cu in. | 2.5 L.) with 98 BHP (72.128 KW) @ 4800 RPM and 135 Ft-Lbs (183 NM) @ 3200 RPM V 6 (2835 cc | 173.0 cu in. | 2.8 L.) with 135 BHP (99.36 KW) @ 4900 RPM and 160 Ft-Lbs (217 NM) @ 3900 RPM Q: What transmissions did the 1988 Pontiac Fiero have? A: The 1988 Pontiac Fiero had the following gearbox options: 3 speed Automatic, 5 speed Manual.