Overview & Reviews

All models get a tilt steering wheel and an electric trunk release as standard equipment. Three new exterior colors debut, while the three-speed automatic transmission gets dropped from the lineup.

• Lack of refinement, overdone styling, old-tech engineering, sloppy handling, poor crash-test scores, uncomfortable cabin.

User Reviews:

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  Great Car - 2002 Pontiac Sunfire
  By expressfanatic - February 6 - 1:58 pm

  My partner has owned this car since 2009. He has had no problems what so ever with the car other then wrecking it twice. Since we have been together, and i have been doing most of the driving, i have been taking care of the odds and ends. This car has 177,600 miles on it, and still runs like a champ. I have had the oil changed numerous times(as all he did was add oil when needed), tune-up, Throttle Position Sensor, and soon a O2 sensor. We drive the car about 300 miles a day, and have no problems.

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  Yellow Ecotec - 2002 Pontiac Sunfire
  By Danm - March 11 - 10:00 am

  I have a new "Flame Yellow" 2.2l Ecotec on my hands and I love it! The sun and sound package with sunroof and better sound system is a must. Putting down the windows and roof and turning up the volume make ths a great car to drive. It also has a peppy enging that picks up quickly. The import fighting world is making many new aftermarket part for the new ecotec, too. So if you dont want a civic or eclipse like EVERYONE else,this is a great car for the money.

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  Not a bad car - 2002 Pontiac Sunfire
  By therover - March 5 - 1:50 pm

  I bought this sunfire with only 16,000 miles on it and I still have it now at 133,000. I trust this car to get me where I want to go and have had no problems with it what so ever. Yes it could be more comfortable, but the lack of comfort should be expected in this type of small car. The paint is still intact and gets great fuel mileage, 30 on the highway! My daughter wants this car as soon as I get a new one. Again, no problems so far.

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  a few problems but still a good car - 2002 Pontiac Sunfire
  By sweeties_mom - February 21 - 2:00 am

  I had my first major elec. problem within 24 hrs of pick up and 4 other others since but I have not had any problems in the last couple of months. It has been performing perfectly. I do ALOT of highway driving and this car does have alot of wind noise, especially when the sunroof is open. I would highly recommend the 2.2 DOHC engine. I came from a Cavalier Z24 w/ a v6 engine and this engine has almost as much power as that did. Despite the early electrical issues, this has been a very reliable, fuel efficient car that can be fun to drive.

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  Great RELIABLE car that I miss in so many ways - 2002 Pontiac Sunfire
  By moed88 - December 26 - 3:09 pm

  Mine was 4dr automatic trans. Had for 10 years, 135,000 miles. Bought as a commuter car and I give it 5 stars for that purpose. Fit and finish not so great; and cheesy design cues like the body cladding, chrome hub caps, and spoiler werent necessary. But this car ran like a champ. No fluid or oil leaks EVER and timing CHAIN never failed. Mileage was solid 30s in mixed driving (high 20s with a/c on). Any maintenance was very simple and inexpensive. Tires cheap to replace due to small size. Finally sold it b/c P0440 evap code came up and I decided to put money towards a small SUV (Im very outdoorsy). Great Corolla alternative.

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  A Reliable Cheap Car - 2002 Pontiac Sunfire
  By Luke - May 29 - 9:33 am

  This car has been more than dependable. It has held up through 3 teenagers, a papaer route, pizza delievery, and everything in between. My only complain is the suspension. It just isnt right. it edge wears tires like no other and there is nothing you can do. The Strut bearings go bad super fast, but the ball joints and tie rod ends hold up. Very Dependable. it has never left me stranded. I have has the car a long time, and it has 135k on it, still runs like a champ. been child abused, and killed with miles, hardly ever maintenance it, and its still a good car. For the price, you almost cant beat it, other than insurance. Sport Coupe. I Recommend this car to anyone needing a cheap ride.