Overview & Reviews

A performance suspension is newly optional on GL models. The four-cylinder gets a composite intake manifold, while all models benefit from the addition of three rear-shelf anchors for child safety-seat restraints. If glitz is your thing, you can now opt for a new gold package on GL and GLS versions.

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

• Hint of cheapness to interior bits, unrefined engine noise intrudes into passenger compartment, ugly cloth fabric pattern on GX and GL.

User Reviews:

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  More Than the Camry - 2000 Oldsmobile Alero
  By Art - September 23 - 12:26 am

  I have had my Alero for five years with no problems. I prefer the handling and safety features over my sister-in-laws newer Camry. The only small problem has been brake rotor warping, which is common on all cars with ABS brakes in our hilly area. It is also a wonderful towed vehicle, behind the motor home. The automatic lights are great.

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  I LOVE THIS CAR - 2000 Oldsmobile Alero
  By bmatheis - September 22 - 2:00 am

  Bought this car new and it has 70,000K on it now, the only things i have had to do on it is regular maintance and i am not babying it!

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  3 Year Update from 11/09/03 Post - 2000 Oldsmobile Alero
  By us_blueskirt - June 14 - 12:50 am

  The milage and performance has dramatically decreased over the last year! The only real issue outside of that was a problem with the flasher system, which was fixed by a factory recall on the assembly. I cant really complain about the performance...Its got just over 165,000 miles on it. The performance didnt waiver until it hit around 120,000 miles, but its been downhill since then. I keep up with all scheduled maintenance and it seems to work for this car. It is very reliable...I still take long trips on a regular basis!

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  Former Toyota Owner - 2000 Oldsmobile Alero
  By S. Racer - March 11 - 1:33 am

  My first car ever was a 72 Nova SS. The mechanic saw this car more than I did. This experience made me vow to never own an American car. Ive owned 4 Toyotas, including an MR2 (best car Ive ever had). When the Alero came out, I had to go back on my vow. I currently am driving a slick looking black V-6 coupe. Only major problem Ive had was a power steering leak. Besides this, my Aleros quality build has been much better than what I expected. The power under the hood is scary (Im thinking about getting a radar detector). Seating is good in the front AND the back. The styling is terrific! Beware: This car drinks gas like crazy. Besides this, its a very fun & cool car to drive.

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  I agree - 2000 Oldsmobile Alero
  By chairmanfat - March 9 - 4:56 am

  All the same problems: brake rotors that are worthless, a recall on the turn signal problem, and a rapid depreciation but I like the car. Weird. When I think of the crap I could have bought for same money ( I went in with a budget and stuck to it) I really like the car. I wont buy from GM again though. The last American car I owned was in 1984. There just isnt any excuse for the problems they have with this car. They must do it on purpose, seriously. They cant be this stupid.

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  Nice Car - 2000 Oldsmobile Alero
  By lbsorensen - February 28 - 6:10 am

  I bought this car 6 years ago. The kids were much smaller then. Now that they are leggy teens, the back seat is small for 3 of them. But I find that the car is a great family vehicle. nice body style, and fairly peppy.

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  solid - 2000 Oldsmobile Alero
  By vinmore - February 15 - 10:00 am

  very easy to drive. zero problems.

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  Olds Alero is Great! - 2000 Oldsmobile Alero
  By Matt Terpstra - January 21 - 10:00 am

  the alero is an awesome car for the money. great looks and a blast to drive. too bad theyre going away.

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  Put the brakes on... - 2000 Oldsmobile Alero
  By Andrea Nel - November 13 - 3:56 am

  Fun car to drive, stylish, roomy in the front, and love the air flowing to the back seat and removable ash tray that turns into a cup holder. This car was so close to my dream car until the mechanical problems started. Replaced brake rotors twice, water pump, and now am experiencing problems with the fan and the annoying blinker switch noise (anyone who has one knows what Im talking about), problems with starting the car due to a electrical problem all before 75,000. My extended warranty ends at 85,000, and Im sure Ill make use of it. Not the most mechanically dependable car I ever owned. Very nickle and dime on the mechanics...

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  A little short on quality - 2000 Oldsmobile Alero
  By rmc - October 15 - 2:00 am

  The good: torquey engine, handling, braking (but see below); exterior paint/finish/styling; sound system. The bad: front brakes replaced at 28K miles-- rotors warp easily & sound creaky; interior material cheap/unrefined; poor seal on drivers side door caused sound system to short out on wet days; hazard switch went through dash (the last straw). Overall: A pretty good car with nice features that lacks refinement & compromises a little too much on quality. Was not sorry to let mine go after 56.5K miles.