1986 Cutlass Ciera

Whats new for '86:
Changes for 1986 included a revised grille design up front. In the rear, back up lamp assembly was one piece stretching between the tail lamps. LS models, were just called Cutlass Ciera. Third brakelight was standard, as mandated by the government. The diesel engine was finally gone from the options list. ES wheelcovers were discontinued.
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Biggest News:
There was a new GT coupe, similar in spirit to the ES which was dropped after '84. It had unique lower cladding and was the only Ciera to feature fog lamps.
86 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera
Powertrain Specs
Standard Engine2.5 L4
Optional Engine(s)2.8 V6 2bbl.
3.8 V6 fuel-injected
4.3 diesel V6
Standard Transmission

3-speed automatic
Optional Transmission(s)

4-speed automatic
Dimensions
Exterior DimensionsCoupe/Sedan
Overall length (in.)188.4
Wheelbase (in.)104.9
Luggage cap. (cu. ft.)

15.8
Fuel tank (gals.)

15.7
Interior DimensionsCoupeSedan
Headroom f/r38.6/38.038.6/37.9
Legroom f/r42.1/36.442.1/35.8
Shoulder room f/r

56.2/56.256.2/57.0
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Identifying an '86:
The major difference between the '85 and '86 Ciera's is in the grille area. The '85 design is composed of square openings, while the '86 features enlongated rectangular openings.

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