Pontiac Fiero 1983–1988 car dimensions: 4072 mm long, 1750 mm wide and 1191 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,117 kg. Braked towing is 450 kg.
The two-seat cabin has reclining bucket seats and a tall full-length center console. Manual climate controls are standard with heater and defroster. air conditioning is optional with push-button modes. Cruise control is optional and controlled from the multi-function stalk. Instruments include speedometer, tachometer, fuel, temperature and voltmeter gauges. Power windows and door locks are optional on most trims. No electronic driver aids or screens appear in the equipment.
Rear luggage space measures 5.85 cubic feet and holds soft bags or two golf bags. The front compartment stores the spare tire and jack only.
Maximum loaded trailer weight is 1000 pounds with 100-pound tongue weight. Heavy-duty cooling is optional. Heavy-duty and WS6 performance suspension packages are available on higher trims.
The cabin is a compact two-seater with reclining cloth bucket seats that provide good lateral support and padding. A tall full-length center console sits between the seats. The free-standing instrument cluster holds key gauges close to the driver. Air conditioning is optional. Some early models place stereo speakers in the headrests. A removable glass sunroof is optional. Early cars lack power steering so the wheel feels heavy in slow turns.
Regular unleaded fuel, minimum 87 octane.
EPA ratings reach 31 city/50 highway mpg on base four-cylinder economy models.
Oil and filter change every 3000 miles on four-cylinder engines.
NHTSA NCAP five-star frontal crash rating for driver and passenger.
Four-wheel power disc brakes standard.
Steel space frame with non-structural plastic body panels.
Fuel economy was a core design goal. Base 2.5-liter four-cylinder models with the economy-ratio four-speed manual earned high EPA numbers, up to 31 mpg city and 50 mpg highway. Other four-cylinder setups rated around 21 city and 29-33 highway. V6 models delivered lower figures near 16-22 mpg combined. The fuel tank held about 10 gallons in early years and nearly 12 gallons later. Use only 87-octane regular unleaded.
Servicing needs careful attention to the cooling and oil systems. Factory guidance for four-cylinder cars called for oil and filter changes every 3000 miles using the specified viscosity and filter. Air cleaner replacement came every 15000 miles or 24 months. Coolant must stay a 50/50 mix meeting GM specs and the system needs proper bleeding. Special service campaigns addressed early engine-bay issues. Body panels bolt on and off the space frame for simple replacement.
Safety centers on the rigid steel space frame that forms the structure. The car earned five stars in NHTSA NCAP frontal barrier tests at 35 mph for both driver and passenger positions. Four-wheel power disc brakes were standard. Seat belts are the primary restraint system. Plastic outer panels resist dents and do not rust. Early four-cylinder models saw some engine-fire reports linked to poor maintenance. those cars received factory corrections.
Living with the Fiero means treating it as a light two-seat coupe that rewards regular upkeep. The plastic skin stays free of corrosion and panels swap easily after impacts. Keep oil levels and cooling lines in check to avoid heat-related trouble. Parts remain available through GM channels and the aftermarket. The mid-engine layout and independent suspension give a sporty drive when the car is properly maintained.
Length 4072 mm, Width 1750 mm, Height 1191 mm, Wheelbase 2372 mm (Fiero 1983–1988)
Sources: manufacturer data, Wikipedia, automoli.com/cararac.com, gafiero.akroncdnr.com PDF.