As is always the case, it's best to pay a little more for a well maintained example, and good quality Alero will no doubt give years of service. It's a nice car, and despite not being an "import" it's worthy of closer attention.
Specifications:
- 1999 Lowest-Highest Price*: $2,500 - $7,000 (60,000 to 90,000 miles**)
- 2000 Lowest-Highest Price*: $2,600 - $9,000 (50,000 to 75,000 miles**)
- 2001 Lowest-Highest Price*: $2,800 - $10,000 (40,000 to 60,000 miles**)
- 2002 Lowest-Highest Price*: $2,900 - $12,000 (30,000 to 45,000 miles**)
- 2003 Lowest-Highest Price*: $3,700 - $15,000 (20,000 to 30,000 miles**)
- 2004 Lowest-Highest Price*: $4,000 - $18,000 (10,000 to 15,000 miles**)
- Body Type: 2-door coupe, 4-door sedan
- Layout: front engine, FWD
- Base Engine (99-01): 150 hp, 155 lb-ft of torque, 2.4-L, OHV, 8-valve I-4
- Base Engine (02-04): 140 hp, 150 lb-ft of torque, 2.2-L, DOHC, 16-valve I-4
- Opt Engine: 170 hp, 200 lb-ft of torque, 3.4-L, OHV, 12-valve V6
- Transmission: 5-spd manual (optional 4-spd auto)
- Brakes (front/rear): disc/disc, ABS
- Curb Weight: 2,950 - 3,123 lbs
- Seating Capacity: 5
- Cargo Volume (trunk): 14.6 cu ft
- Fuel Economy (city/hwy): 24 / 34 mpg (2004 4-cyl)
- Direct Competitors: Chrysler Sebring, Dodge Stratus, Ford Taurus, Honda Accord, Hyundai Sonata, Mazda 626 / 6, Mitsubishi Galant, Nissan Altima, Pontiac Grand Am, Saturn L-Series, Subaru Legacy, Toyota Camry, VW Passat
- Web Site: www.oldsmobile.com
* Prices show lowest and highest of classified ads in AutoTrader.com and additional classified ad services across the nation. Prices in specific states may vary. Also, these are asking prices so discounts may be available.
** Mileage averages based on approximately 10,000 to 15,000 miles traveled per year (calculated in 2005/2006 model year).
*** Price represents fully loaded 2004 Alero with no discount.
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