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Pontiac Montana MPG
EPA fuel economy for 13 Pontiac Montana trims sold from 2000 to 2006. Best ever: 20 MPG (2004 Montana FWD). Latest model year 2006: 17 to 19 MPG combined across 3 trims.
Pontiac Montana fuel cost calculator
Enter what you pay for fuel and how far you drive in a year. The starting prices are the ones the EPA uses for its own yearly fuel-cost estimates. Every cost on this page updates as you type.
At $4.16 a gallon for regular and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 2006 Pontiac Montana to fuel is the Montana SV6 FWD, 3.5 L, 6 cyl (19 MPG) at $3,280 a year. The Montana SV6 AWD, 3.5 L, 6 cyl (17 MPG) costs $3,670, so the thriftier trim saves $390 a year and $1,950 over five years.
| 2006 trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | Comb | Cost/yr | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montana SV6 FWD | 3.5 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 19 | $3,280 | cheapest |
| Montana SV6 FWD | 3.9 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 19 | $3,280 | cheapest |
| Montana SV6 AWD | 3.5 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 17 | $3,670 | +$390 |
Cost per year is miles per year divided by the EPA combined rating, times your fuel price; electric vehicles use the EPA's kWh per 100 miles instead. Rounded to the nearest $10. Your prices are kept in this browser only.
Pontiac Montana MPG by year
| Year | Best combined | City | Hwy | Best trim that year | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 19 | 16 | 23 | Montana SV6 FWD, 3.5 L, 6 cyl, Auto 4-spd | 3 |
| 2005 | 18 | 16 | 23 | Montana SVX FWD, 3.5 L, 6 cyl, Auto 4-spd | 2 |
| 2004 | 20 | 17 | 24 | Montana FWD, 3.4 L, 6 cyl, Auto 4-spd | 2 |
| 2003 | 20 | 17 | 24 | Montana FWD, 3.4 L, 6 cyl, Auto 4-spd | 2 |
| 2002 | 20 | 17 | 24 | Montana FWD, 3.4 L, 6 cyl, Auto 4-spd | 2 |
| 2001 | 20 | 17 | 24 | Montana FWD, 3.4 L, 6 cyl, Auto 4-spd | 1 |
| 2000 | 19 | 17 | 24 | Montana FWD, 3.4 L, 6 cyl, Auto 4-spd | 1 |
Every Pontiac Montana trim
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | CO2 g/mi | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Montana SV6 FWD | 3.5 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 16 | 23 | 19 | 468 | $3,280 |
| 2006 | Montana SV6 FWD | 3.9 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 16 | 23 | 19 | 468 | $3,280 |
| 2006 | Montana SV6 AWD | 3.5 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 15 | 21 | 17 | 523 | $3,670 |
| 2005 | Montana SVX FWD | 3.5 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 16 | 23 | 18 | 494 | $3,470 |
| 2005 | Montana SVX AWD | 3.5 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 15 | 21 | 17 | 523 | $3,670 |
| 2004 | Montana FWD | 3.4 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 17 | 24 | 20 | 444 | $3,120 |
| 2004 | Montana AWD | 3.4 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 16 | 22 | 18 | 494 | $3,470 |
| 2003 | Montana FWD | 3.4 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 17 | 24 | 20 | 444 | $3,120 |
| 2003 | Montana AWD | 3.4 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 16 | 22 | 18 | 494 | $3,470 |
| 2002 | Montana FWD | 3.4 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 17 | 24 | 20 | 444 | $3,120 |
| 2002 | Montana AWD | 3.4 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 16 | 22 | 18 | 494 | $3,470 |
| 2001 | Montana FWD | 3.4 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 17 | 24 | 20 | 444 | $3,120 |
| 2000 | Montana FWD | 3.4 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 17 | 24 | 19 | 468 | $3,280 |
CO2 is tailpipe grams per mile from the EPA test. Fuel cost per year uses the prices and miles in the calculator above (the EPA's own prices and 15,000 miles a year until you change them); blank when the fuel has no price here (hydrogen, natural gas).
Compare with other 2006 Minivan - 2WD
| Vehicle | Combined | City | Hwy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 Dodge Caravan/Grand Caravan 2WD | 20 | 17 | 24 |
| 2006 Honda Odyssey | 20 | 17 | 26 |
| 2006 Buick Terraza FWD | 19 | 16 | 23 |
| 2006 Chevrolet Uplander FWD | 19 | 16 | 23 |
| 2006 Chrysler Town and Country 2WD | 19 | 17 | 24 |
| 2006 Nissan Quest | 19 | 17 | 24 |
All Minivan - 2WD ranked by MPG
Questions people ask
What is the best MPG for a Pontiac Montana?
The most efficient Pontiac Montana the EPA has rated is the 2004 Montana FWD at 20 MPG combined (17 city, 24 highway).
What MPG does the 2006 Pontiac Montana get?
2006 Pontiac Montana trims range from 17 to 19 MPG combined, depending on engine, transmission and drivetrain.
Which Pontiac Montana has the worst fuel economy?
The 2006 Montana SV6 AWD is the lowest rated at 17 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a Pontiac Montana for a year?
At $4.16 a gallon for regular and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 2006 Pontiac Montana to fuel is the Montana SV6 FWD, 3.5 L, 6 cyl (19 MPG) at $3,280 a year. The Montana SV6 AWD, 3.5 L, 6 cyl (17 MPG) costs $3,670, so the thriftier trim saves $390 a year and $1,950 over five years.
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