What Changed

Trans Sport is the third in a trio of new mini-vans from GM this year. Similar to the Venture and Silhouette, the Trans Sport is available in two lengths and with either one or two rear sliding doors. The regular version Trans Sport is 187.3 inches in length. The extended wheelbase version is 201 inches in length. Trans Sport offers five different seating configurations that can hold up to eight people.

Comparison to Prior Model

1997 Pontiac Trans Sport 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport
1997 Pontiac Trans Sport 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport
Price Range ($) $19,394
Length (in) 192.2
Wheelbase (in) 109.8
Width (in) 74.6
Height (in) 65.7
Track (in) 59.2
Exterior Volume (cu. ft.) 432.6
Curb Weight (lbs.) 3593
Legroom Total (in.)
  • 76.1 (First 2 rows)
  • 112.9
Passenger Volume (cu. ft.)
  • 103.2 (First 2 rows)
  • 153.3
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.)
  • (Behind row 2)
Driven Wheels
  • FWD
Engines
  • 3.4l V6 (180-bhp)
Transmissions A4
City MPG
Highway MPG
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