2005 Pontiac Sunfire Review
Price Estimate: $948 - $1,578





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Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Low price, torquey four-cylinder engine, optional satellite radio and OnStar.
Cons
- Overall design showing its age, low resale value, poor side-impact and front-offset crash test results.
What’s new
Other than revised package content, the Sunfire continues unchanged.
Edmunds says
Despite a peppy engine and a few neat options, this decade-old economy coupe is outclassed by newer competitors.
For sale near New Haven, CT
2 listings
- 67,291 miles
- 1 accident, 4 owners, personal use only
- 4cyl automatic
- On The Road Again Auto Sales (130 mi away)
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Alarm
- Rear Bench Seats
- Fold Flat Rear Seats
Close
Located in Lake Ariel, PA
More great new inventory! Check out this Nice LOW MILE 2005 Pontiac Sunfire 2dr coupe with only 67K on the clock! This Clean Sunfire runs excellent wi...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
26 Combined MPG (23 City/32 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 3G2JB12F65S224531
Stock: 224531
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 05-17-2025- Not provided
- Rebuilt vehicle reported, 3 owners, rental vehicle
- 4cyl automatic
- St Louis Auto Car Sales (932 mi away)
- Alarm
- Rear Bench Seats
- Fold Flat Rear Seats
Close
Located in Saint Louis, MO
$750 DOWN , NO CREDIT NEEDED! Finance requirements: Valid MO/IL driver's license. Two most recent paycheck stubs or proof of income. Minimum monthly i...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: No
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Issue reported
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
26 Combined MPG (23 City/32 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 3G2JB12F55S181106
Stock: 181106
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 09-25-2024
Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in Connecticut
$147/mo for Sunfire Special Value
Sunfire Special Value
vs
$168/mo
Avg. Compact Car
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Pontiac Sunfire Owner Reviews
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Good Car, Some Faults
4 out of 5 starsdavyd, 09/04/2011
2005 Pontiac Sunfire 2dr Coupe (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
I got an '05 Sunfire with roughly 117000 miles on it, it's still going strong! Except the gauges... I'm not sure if it has something to do with the heat, but everything works at night and in the mornings. But everyday after school, after my car has been sitting in the sun for 8 hours, the gauges like to "stick". I don't know if this is happenign to everyone or just me. I think it's a … very nice first car, it's got a nice accelation, and gass isn't too terrible on it. But my only problem with it is the Gauges. I'm not sure if it's electrical and can be fixed manually, but if anyone knows anything, please tell me.
Affordable & Classie
5 out of 5 starsNancy, 01/29/2006
2005 Pontiac Sunfire 2dr Coupe (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
It is great for long distance driving as well as in town driving. Very comfortable front and back seating. The SunFire handles very well under all driving weather conditions. Fuel economy is great!
05 Sunfire
4.75 out of 5 starschesterr, 11/29/2008
2005 Pontiac Sunfire 2dr Coupe (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
It has been good solid car at a low price. Only problem I had is wiring was not installed right at factory. Engine doesn't burn oil after 73 k. Should go 200k easy. I use synthetic at least once a year
fabulous car.
5 out of 5 starscaismer wisomierski, 05/22/2005
2005 Pontiac Sunfire 2dr Coupe (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
i have never owned a pontiac before,this car not only looks sporty for the money, but,has the pick up i wanted in a car. i really am honest when i say this,,,i love this car, i truly am 100 percent satisfied with the pontiac sunfire,before i bought this car i have not been impressed with any of the other dealership models that are out there.thank you pontiac,i will return to pontiac in … the future for another buy.
2005 Sunfire Highlights
Special Value
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $10,895 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 26 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $147/month |
Seating | 5 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 12.4 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | front wheel drive |
Warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
Safety
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver4 / 5Passenger4 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriver1 / 5Passenger2 / 5
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRollover4 / 5Dynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
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