1985 Cutlass Ciera

Whats new for '85:
There were a fair share of changes for '85. Up front there was more rounded styling, with somewhat recessed headlamps. In the rear, new tail lamps looked much like the '82-'83 design, but the license plate was moved to the rear bumper and reverse lamps became more horizontal. ES coupe was dropped, but ES sedans had more contoured bucket seats.
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Biggest News:
After bieng introduced just one year prior, the four speed manual was dropped.

85 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera
Powertrain Specs
Standard Engine2.5 L4
Optional Engine(s)3.0 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(gas)/16.6(diesel)
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 '85:
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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