1976 Pontiac Astre GT Auto
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- Photo: Pontiac Astre (2458614026) by dave_7 from Lethbridge, Canada, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1976 Pontiac Astre in Starlight Black, front left, 09-20-2025 by Cutlass, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Pontiac Astre 1975 by Bene Riobó, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: PontiacAstre (1) by dave_7 from Lethbridge, Canada, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1976 Pontiac Astre in Starlight Black, rear left, 09-20-2025 by Cutlass, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1976 Pontiac Astre GT Auto is an 84-hp 2.3-liter inline-4 with a 3-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive.
It makes 84 horsepower at 4,400 rpm and 122 lb-ft of torque at 2800 rpm.
The Astre measures 177.6 inches long on a 97.0-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,760 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Coupe |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.3L Inline-4 SOHC (Chevrolet 2300) |
| Displacement | 2.3 L |
| Horsepower | 84 hp @ 4,400 rpm |
| Torque | 122 lb-ft @ 2800 rpm |
| Valvetrain | SOHC, 2 valves per cylinder |
| Bore and Stroke | 88.9 x 92.1 |
| Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 |
| Injection Type | 2-barrel carburetor |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Differential Type | Live rear axle |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 3-speed automatic (Turbo-Hydramatic) |
| 1st Gear | 2.52 |
| 2nd Gear | 1.52 |
| 3rd Gear | 1 |
| Reverse | 2.07 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| Recommended Fuel | Unleaded gasoline |
| Tank Capacity | 16 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Short- and long-arm independent, coil springs |
| Rear Suspension | Torque-arm live axle, coil springs |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | Yes |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | Yes |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | Drum |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Tires Front | BR78-13 |
| Tires Rear | BR78-13 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 177.6 in |
| Width | 65.4 in |
| Height | 50 in |
| Wheelbase | 97 in |
| Front Track | 55.2 in |
| Rear Track | 54.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,760 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 37.2 in |
| Headroom Rear | 36.3 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.8 in |
| Legroom Rear | 29.7 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 51.3 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 48.2 in |
| Hip Room Front | 47.2 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 42.5 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1976 Pontiac Astre GT Auto with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 1976 Pontiac ASTRE. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Oct 24, 2007 · EQUIPMENT
CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AND PART NUMBER APPEAR ON THE FILTER HOUSING. FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A DATE CODE IN THIS RANGE ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL. THE GASKET OF THE OIL FILTER BECOMES MORE PLIABLE UNDER HIGH TEMPERATURES AND PRESSURES.
Consequence: THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075.
NHTSA campaign 07E088000
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1976 PONTIAC ASTRE. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.