Car financing: 2001 Pontiac Sunfire
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 9.8 to 11.2 L/100 km combined (EPA). 1 NHTSA recall campaign. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 9.8 to 11.2 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 1
For sale
We do not have a 2001 Pontiac Sunfire for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2001 Pontiac Sunfire specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.2L 4-cylinder | 2.2L 4-cylinder | 2.2L 4-cylinder | 2.4L 4-cylinder | 2.4L 4-cylinder |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 3-speed automatic | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 11.2 L/100 km | 11.8 L/100 km | 11.8 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km |
| Highway | 8.1 L/100 km | 8.7 L/100 km | 7.8 L/100 km | 8.1 L/100 km | 9.0 L/100 km |
| Combined | 9.8 L/100 km | 10.2 L/100 km | 10.2 L/100 km | 10.2 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 230 g/km | 240 g/km | 240 g/km | 240 g/km | 263 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $15.19 | $15.81 | $15.81 | $15.81 | $17.36 |
2001 Pontiac Sunfire: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.2 L | 2.2 L | 2.2 L | 2.4 L | 2.4 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 21 | 20 | 20 | 19 | 18 |
| MPG highway (US) | 29 | 27 | 30 | 29 | 26 |
| MPG combined (US) | 24 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 21 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 29 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 25 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 368 L (13 cu ft) | 368 L (13 cu ft) | 368 L (13 cu ft) | 368 L (13 cu ft) | 368 L (13 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,800 | US$2,900 | US$2,900 | US$2,900 | US$3,200 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,038 | $3,162 | $3,162 | $3,162 | $3,472 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2001 Pontiac Sunfire
- NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 66 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system (21), engine and engine cooling (12) and service brakes (10). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04V036000 | 2004-01-27 | electrical system:ignition:switch | ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES. IF THE ENGINE FAILS TO START AND THE DRIVER HOLDS THE KEY IN THE "START" POSITION FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD, HIGH CURRENT FLOWS THROUGH THE IGNITION SWITCH, AND SOMETIMES PRODUCES ENOUGH HEAT TO MELT INTERNAL SWITCH PARTS. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2001 Pontiac Sunfire: before you buy
We rent cars and sell one only now and then. There is no 2001 Pontiac Sunfire for sale by us right now. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. Thinking about the 2001 Pontiac Sunfire? Here are the numbers in plain words and what to check.
Before you sign for the Sunfire
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed. Owners filed 66 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system, engine and engine cooling and service brakes; have those parts checked. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car.
Engine and fuel
Its 2.2L 4-cylinder drives through a 4-speed automatic. It runs on regular gas. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
The EPA rates it at 9.8 L/100 km combined, so a 300 km weekend uses about 29 litres. A 300 km round trip costs roughly $45.57 at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$2,800 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
What to expect from the Sunfire
A car body like this keeps the weight low, so it feels settled on the highway. Its 368 litres of luggage space fit about two large suitcases and a few soft bags.
Who the Sunfire suits
It suits visitors who want a familiar car for a week in town. It suits commuters, couples and business trips.
Drive it on your own roads
Rent it, live with it for a week, and decide with real experience. Rent the Sunfire for a week and see how it fits your life. Load it with your things and park it where you park; then decide.
Running costs
The EPA estimates US$2,800 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $15.19 in fuel.
Which one to look for
Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history.
Ready when you are
Questions about trying a car first? Ask in your request.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2001 Pontiac Sunfire from us first.
Ask us about the 2001 Pontiac Sunfire
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2001 Pontiac Sunfire for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2001 Pontiac Sunfire
Does CarmaCars sell the 2001 Pontiac Sunfire?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2001 Pontiac Sunfire before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2001 Pontiac Sunfire have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2001 Pontiac Sunfire cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$2,800 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3038.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.