1986 Pontiac 1000
US · Subcompact Cars
The 1986 Pontiac 1000 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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
- 1.6L 4-cylinder (FFS)
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.6L 4-cylinder (FFS) | |
| Displacement | 1.6 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual | |
| Gears | 3 to 5 | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) to 31 mpg (7.6 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Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity.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
3 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked November 8, 2026.
86V056000: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH
THE PUSH-PULL HEADLIGHT SWITCH MAY HAVE ELECTRICAL CONTACTS WHICH ALLOW AN INTERMITTENT HEADLIGHT CIRCUIT CAUSING HEADLIGHT TO FLICKER OR SUDDENLY GO OUT. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: SUDDEN LOSS OF THE HEADLIGHTS UNDER SEVERE WEATHER OR NIGHTTIME…
Remedy: REPLACE HEADLIGHT SWITCH AS NECESSARY.
Reported April 28, 1986. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 24, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: October 24, 2026
Data verified: October 24, 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
- 1985 Pontiac 1000
Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Diesel
Varies by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder ((FFS) CA model), 1.6L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 1.8L 4-cylinder · RWD
36 mpg (6.5 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) - 1987 Pontiac 1000
Gasoline
1.6L 4-cylinder ((FFS)) · RWD
27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km) to 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 1986 Pontiac 1000 have?
1.6L 4-cylinder ((FFS)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 1986 Pontiac 1000?
Combined fuel economy is 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 1986 Pontiac 1000 front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: RWD.
Are there recalls for the 1986 Pontiac 1000?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 8, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.