1976 Pontiac Astre Safari 3MT
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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
Photos show the Astre (1975–1977); trim, color, and model year may differ.
All photo credits
- 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 Safari 3MT is a 70-hp 2.3-liter inline-4 with a 3-speed manual and rear-wheel drive.
It makes 70 horsepower at 4,200 rpm and 120 lb-ft of torque at 2000 rpm.
The Astre Safari measures 177.6 inches long on a 97.0-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,760 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.3L Inline-4 SOHC (Chevrolet 2300) |
| Displacement | 2.3 L |
| Horsepower | 70 hp @ 4,200 rpm |
| Torque | 120 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | SOHC, 2 valves per cylinder |
| Bore and Stroke | 88.9 x 92.1 |
| Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 |
| Injection Type | 1-barrel carburetor |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Differential Type | Live rear axle |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 3-speed manual |
| 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 |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | Drum |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Tires Front | A78-13 |
| Tires Rear | A78-13 |
| 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 | 38.8 in |
| Headroom Rear | 38.3 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.8 in |
| Legroom Rear | 30.1 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 51.3 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 48.2 in |
| Hip Room Front | 46.6 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 42.5 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1976 Pontiac Astre Safari 3MT with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
No NHTSA data available for the 1976 Pontiac Astre Safari.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov). US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.