Overview & Reviews

The biggest news for the 2002 Alero is an all-new four-cylinder engine on GX and GL1 models. Redesigned 15-inch wheels, a revamped interior console and two new exterior colors round out this year's changes.

• Sleek styling, brisk performance and handling, ergonomically intelligent interior, well-equipped standard model.

• Hint of cheapness to interior bits, numb steering, resale value may suffer.

User Reviews:

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  Great and then Dead - 2002 Oldsmobile Alero
  By imok02 - December 24 - 5:42 pm

  I hadnt heard anything bad about an Alero when my mechanic tried to sell one to me. It was an 02 and I didnt have a single problem with it for 3 years. I lived on a steep, unpaved road and the car got me up even in snow. Then the check engine light was on and it started choking on its own oxygen intact and emissions problems and now it sits not able to pass inspection. So, you be the judge: is a 2002 supposed to live past 11 years and 155000 miles? It was fine and now dead.

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  could-a-been-better - 2002 Oldsmobile Alero
  By TJ - December 6 - 2:00 am

  over all its a good car just poor build quality like the dash is rippled/ buckled, the fan blower only works on high, the blinkers work only when they want to. (have to fiddle with the emergency light button to make the blinkers work)

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  Good and Bad - 2002 Oldsmobile Alero
  By Dave - November 12 - 9:10 pm

  Have owned this alero for a few years now, and its been a pretty good car overall. Only true repairs were the LIM gasket and one of the wheel hubs. Otherwise no major problems...BUT...the security system acted up once, preventing us from starting the car, costing a new starter till we figured it out. The paint on the hood is terrible, the rear doors are rusting, and the rear quarter panels are rusting too. The plastic is flaking off the interior in places. The dashboard is starting to bubble. The "low tire pressure" light is on constantly. Most importantly, it starts every day, and even with the V6, I got 27 mpg on the last tank, which was mixed driving. Nice car, but...

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  Ryanz review - 2002 Oldsmobile Alero
  By Ryanz - October 9 - 2:03 pm

  This car has been a great car. Very little problems. The car has 128,000 on it. The expected fixes like brakes, tune up. The only major fix was getting new suspension from the very, very bumpy roads.

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  2002 Oldsmobile Alero GL2 4-dr 3.4 V6 - 2002 Oldsmobile Alero
  By grwulff - August 11 - 11:03 am

  got it for cheep so i wasnt expecting much. very smooth. excellent handling for its weight. the engine technology is lacking though. the 3.4L V6 has only one intake and one exhaust valve so performance and fuel economy are not the greatest for the engine size. it is also a cast iron block in stead of an Aluminum one which increases weight and reduces power. it also shifts rather high for my taste, also reducing fuel economy. i would love this car much more if it came with a manual transmission.

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  Really cant complain - 2002 Oldsmobile Alero
  By snogame - June 6 - 7:30 pm

  This is my 2nd Alero (1st - 99, had lots of under warranty work) but took my chances and got another 1 and I love it. Have been vigilant on regular maint, considering mileage (294,000 km) repairs have been expected (apprx $4k in 2 yrs), typical for this car (or any car with this mileage for that matter), brakes, fuel pump/filter, intake manifold gasket, head gasket, hub assembly, multifunction switch, theft-lock system sensor. I drive mostly highway miles, around 1000 km per week min. Love the drive, feel very safe and comfortable. Handling is excellent, low interior noise. A little disappointed with the low resale value. Overall a great reliable car I just wish they hadnt discontinued it.

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  2002 Olds Alero - 2002 Oldsmobile Alero
  By japorter11 - May 19 - 12:17 am

  Bought my Alero a few months ago with 72k miles on it. Solid engine, no problems thus far. Have replaced passenger side window motor, vinyl on the dash was already cracked. Decent car for the money. Uncommon tire size(225/55/16) expensive to replace.

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  WORST OF THE WORST OF THE WORST - 2002 Oldsmobile Alero
  By amrshalaby - March 21 - 1:52 pm

  WORST CAR EVER MADE IN THE HISTORY OF MANKIND. Lets see where to start. I will start when the car was bought. AC Fan Resistor. Intake Gasket Manifold. Oil Pressure Sensor. Front Right Spring broke! Front Shocks and Front Springs! Front Wheel bearings went bad. Calibers seized. New brake calibers, new brake lines, and new rotors & pads, and the brakes still seized! AC Clutch bad, needs AC compressor. Cheap interior. dashboard cover is peeling and rolling backwards. New water pump. Then intake gasket only lasted 2 years, needed an engine. This car is an ongoing fire pitt for your money. WORST CAR EVER MADE.

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  consistant - 2002 Oldsmobile Alero
  By papadoc - February 25 - 9:10 pm

  well looks like im not the only one with the same probs, ive also expierenced window motor troubles on two windows! also frequent replacement of lights and bulbs here and there, fuel pump (first time) and it seems pretty consistant with everybodies elses expierience with their Alero. Good thing the thing is paid off!!!!

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  Excited About Alero!!! - 2002 Oldsmobile Alero
  By vanillaalero - January 14 - 2:00 am

  Just bought my new olds alero. Thus far, from what I can tell, this is a great vehicle. Has great handling, good acceleration, nice turning raduis & is a sporty little car but has four doors. So that is a great solution for mothers like me who still want sports cars but need space for the little ones. Best of all its soooooo fun to drive!!!