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- Versatrak all-wheel drive
- DVD entertainment system
- Thunder Sport appearance package
Engine
Transmission
3.4L 3400 V6
4-speed auto
Montana RWB Value Model
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Montana Regular Wheelbase
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Montana Extended Wheelbase
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Montana AWD EWB
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Key:
Standard
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2002 PONTIAC MONTANA: NOW WITH THE SURE-FOOTEDNESS OF VERSATRAK ALL-WHEEL DRIVE
Already established as a top choice for minivan buyers who want flexible utility, comfort, and safety without sacrificing sporty styling or driving fun, the Pontiac Montana takes another giant leap forward in 2002 with the addition of GM’s vaunted Versatrak all-wheel-drive system.
To complement that AWD control with comfort and convenience, Pontiac will also offer the Gen III entertainment system in Montana, featuring a DVD system with a wireless remote. As before, Montana offers a choice of two different sizes: a 112-inch wheelbase and an extended 120-inch wheelbase, both with dual sliding doors. All Montanas offer optional power-operated passenger-side sliding doors.
All-wheel-drive traction on demand
The addition of GM’s Versatrak system to the Pontiac Montana minivan sets it apart from the competition—a minivan with all-wheel drive that still allows for a flat load floor in the rear, without removing the third-row seat. Versatrak is lightweight, quiet, efficient, and especially effective in low-traction situations. It’s one of the most advanced approaches to all-wheel drive on the market today.
With no pulling of levers, punching of buttons, or other driver action, Versatrak directs torque to those wheels with the best traction on demand when you need it. Twin gerotor pumps inside a compact rear drive module automatically sense the difference between the rotational speeds of front and rear tires in low-traction conditions. Before any significant slippage occurs, the pumps engage multi-plate clutches that provide drive to one or both rear wheels. After slippage ceases, the clutches disengage and the vehicle reverts to front-wheel-drive.
Performance on split-traction surfaces (one wheel track on dry pavement, the other on ice or snow) is notably superior than all-wheel-drive systems offered by the competition. The Versatrak system is compact, and adds no noise or vibration. Electronic and mechanical safeguards protect Versatrak from inadvertent damage from abusive overload situations.
Thunder Sport appearance package
New for 2002, the Thunder Sport appearance package is available on all extended wheelbase models. It consists of 16-inch chrome wheels, fully independent front and rear suspensions, unique two-tone leather interior, rear spoiler and special "Thunder" badging.
Gen III Entertainment System
Also new for 2002 is the Gen III entertainment system, featuring a DVD player with wireless remote. It also has a seven-inch video screen with on-screen programming, auxiliary stereo RCA jacks for video game systems and camcorders, and wireless headphones with separate volume controls.
Spacious interior and smooth V6 power
Montana’s hospitable interior continues to offer versatility and functionality. A variety of seating configurations accommodates the active demands of any family. Montana’s "space on demand" capabilities feature an available third-row stowable seat with convenience center, available with eight-passenger seating configuration on Extended Wheelbase models. In all, the Montana seats seven with four captain’s chairs and a split-folding bench in the rear seating row. Flip and fold second- and third-row seats are readily removable without tools. Buyers can also opt for eight-passenger seating with modular buckets in the middle row and a bench seat in the rear. Six-passenger seating with captain’s chairs in the middle row and buckets in the rear row is available on the regular-wheelbase version.
Montana makes a point of providing equal accommodations for all occupants. Rear-seat audio controls that come with the two uplevel radios can also be added to the standard radio. Middle-row passengers can select their own volume and medium (radio, CD, or cassette) from the rear controls, while front passengers select one of the other two program sources. While air conditioning is standard, an optional Montana package provides heating and air conditioning ducts for rear-seat passengers, along with auxiliary controls for selecting temperature and fan speed on EWB models. Auxiliary power outlets are provided in both the front passenger compartment and the rear cargo area.
The 3.4-liter V6 that powers Montana is one of the most durable and dependable engines with the best fuel economy offered in any minivan. It produces 185 horsepower at 5200 rpm, and 210 lb-ft (285 Nm) of torque at 4000 rpm – plenty of power to get a fully loaded Montana moving with ease. A special Sport Performance and Handling package contains sport suspension, 15-inch cast aluminum wheels, touring performance tires, all-weather traction control, and automatic load leveling.
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Contact:
Pontiac-GMC Communications
Phone: 313-667-4000
Fax: 313-667-4001
Online: http://media.gm.com/division/pontiac
SPECIFICATIONS
Models:
Pontiac Montana regular-length wheelbase, extended-length wheelbase
Configuration:
front-drive, front-engine eight-passenger minivan
Construction:
unibody design with ladderframe underbody construction
Body material:
stamped steel
EPA vehicle class:
minivan
Manufacturing location:
Doraville, Georgia
Key competitors:
Ford Windstar, Toyota Sienna, Honda Odyssey, Dodge Caravan and Grand Caravan, Nissan Quest, Mazda MPV
Engine
Type:
3.4L 3400 (LA1) OHV V6
Application:
standard
Block material:
cast iron
Displacement (cu in / cc):
207 / 3350
Bore & stroke (in / mm):
3.62 x 3.31 / 92.00 x 84.00
Cylinder head material:
aluminum
Valvetrain:
overhead valve, two per cylinder
Ignition system:
electronic
Fuel delivery:
sequential port fuel injection
Compression Ratio:
9.5:1
Horsepower (hp / kw @ rpm):
185 / 137 @ 5200
Torque (lb-ft / Nm @ rpm):
210 / 284 @ 4000
Recommended fuel:
87 octane
Maximum engine speed (rpm):
6000
Emission control system:
catalytic converter / EGR
Est. fuel economy (mpg city / hwy / comb.):
19 / 26 / 21
Transmission
Type:
four-speed automatic
Gear ratios (:1):
First:
2.92
Second:
1.57
Third:
1.00
Fourth:
0.70
Reverse:
2.39
Final drive ratio:
3.29:1
Chassis/Suspension
Front:
independent, MacPherson strut with coil springs (27 Nm), stamped lower control arms and aluminum knuckles, 34-mm hollow stabilizer bar
Rear:
open-section twist axle with integral stabilizer bar,
30-mm gas shocks and 27 Nm coil springs (base),
32-mm self-leveling air shocks and 32.0 Nm coil springs (sport),
36.0-mm stabilizer bar
AWD models:
fully independent double wishbone rear suspension, cast aluminum control arms, cast aluminum cradle, monotube air leveling shock absorbers, 14-mm stabilizer bar
Steering:
rack-and-pinion
Ratio:
17.5:1
Steering wheel turns, lock-to-lock:
3.05
Turning circle, curb-to-curb (ft / m):
37.4 / 11.4
Brakes
Front-drive models:
AWD models:
Type:
power assisted, front discs / rear drums, 4-wheel ABS
power assisted, front / rear discs, 4-wheel ABS
Rotor diameter x thickness (in / mm):
front: 10.9 x 1.3 / 275 x 32;
front: 11.81 x 1.18 / 300 x 30;
rear: 8.86 x 1.77 / 225 x 45
rear: 11.4 x .43 / 291 x 11
Swept area (sq in / sq cm):
front: 240.6 / 1552;
front: 232 / 1495;
rear: 224 / 1450
rear:
Wheels/Tires
Standard wheel:
RWD: 15-inch styled bolt-on cover
AWD: 16-inch aluminum
Available wheel:
RWD: 15-inch painted cast aluminum
AWD: 16-inch chrome
Standard tire:
RWD: P215/70R15 all-season touring with sealant
AWD: P225/60R16
Available tire:
P215/70R15 raised white-lettered self-sealing tires with enhanced
rain / snow performance capabilities
Dimensions
Exterior
Regular
Extended
Wheelbase (in / mm):
112 / 2845
121 / 3073
Overall length (in / mm):
187.3 / 4757
200.9 / 5103
Width (in / mm):
72.0 / 1829
72.0 / 1829
Height, without rack (in / mm):
67.4 / 1712
68.2 / 1730
Front track (in / mm):
61.5 / 1562
61.8 / 1570
Rear track (in / mm):
63.3 / 1608
63.3 / 1608
Min. ground clearance (in / mm):
6.5 / 165
6.5 / 165
Step-in height (in / mm):
15.8 / 401.3
16.1 / 408.9
Curb weight (lbs. / kg):
3803 / 1725
3942 / 1788;
AWD: 4431 / 2010
Interior
Seating capacity (front / middle / rear):
2 / 2 / 2; 2 / 2 / 3; 2 / 3 / 3
2 / 2 / 3; 2 / 3 / 3
Head room (in / mm)
Front:
39.9 / 1014
39.9 / 1014
Second:
38.9 / 988
39.3 / 998
Third:
38.8 / 986
38.9 / 988
Leg room (in / mm)
Front:
39.9 / 1014
39.9 / 1014
Second:
36.9 / 937
39.0 / 991
Third:
34.0 / 864
36.7 / 932
Shoulder room (in / mm):
Front:
59.8 / 1519
59.8 / 1519
Second:
61.9 / 1572
61.9 / 1572
Third:
60.1 / 1527
59.6 / 1514
Capacities
Cargo volume, front (cu ft / liters):
119.8 / 3392
140.7 / 3984
Cargo volume, second (cu ft / liters):
67.5 / 1911
84.6 / 2396
Cargo volume, third (cu ft / liters):
19.9 / 564
32.3 / 915
Trailer towing, with towing package (lbs / kg):
3500 / 1588
3500 / 1588
Fuel tank capacity (gals / liters):
20 / 75.7
25 / 94.6
Engine oil and filter (qts / liters):
4.0 / 3.8
4.0 / 3.8
Engine coolant (qts / liters):
10.7 / 10.1
10.7 / 10.1;
with rear air conditioning:
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12.15 / 11.5
Note: Information shown is current at time of publication. Please visit our GM Media web site at http://media.gm.com for future updates.
