2003 · Compact Car · Gas
2003 Pontiac Sunfire MPG & fuel economy
The 2003 Pontiac Sunfire is a compact car offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 25 MPG combined (21 city / 30 highway) on regular gasoline. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2002 model. Among 45 compact cars rated for 2003, it ranks 18th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,860 a year to fuel.
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Fuel average
The 2003 Pontiac Sunfire's fuel average is 10.6 km/L (9.4 L/100 km), or 25 MPG combined: 8.9 km/L in the city and 12.8 km/L on the highway.
| MPG | km/L | L/100 km | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City | 21 | 8.9 | 11.2 |
| Highway | 30 | 12.8 | 7.8 |
| Combined | 25 | 10.6 | 9.4 |
How it ranks among 2003 Compact Cars
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Sunfire MPG across model years
Full history →2 EPA-rated configurations
| Configuration | Type | City | Hwy | Combined | Range | Your cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FWD · 2.2L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic Sunfire |
Gas | 21 MPG | 30 MPG | 25 MPG | — | $1,860 |
| FWD · 2.2L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual Sunfire |
Gas | 22 MPG | 30 MPG | 25 MPG | — | $1,860 |
Specs (most efficient configuration)
- Fuel
- Regular gasoline
- Engine / motor
- 2.2L 4-cyl
- Transmission
- 4-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Passenger volume
- 92 cu ft
- Cargo volume
- 13 cu ft
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 355 g/mi
2003 Pontiac Sunfire vs. rivals
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Frequently asked questions
What is the gas mileage of the 2003 Pontiac Sunfire?
Up to 25 MPG combined (21 city / 30 highway).
What fuel does the 2003 Pontiac Sunfire use?
Regular gasoline.
What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2003 Pontiac Sunfire?
The 2003 Pontiac Sunfire's fuel average is 10.6 km/L (9.4 L/100 km), or 25 MPG combined: 8.9 km/L in the city and 12.8 km/L on the highway.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2003 Pontiac Sunfire per year?
About $1,860 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $12.40 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.