DecodedCars2005 Pontiac Aztek
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2005 models.
- Class
- Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD
- Body styles
- 4dr Base/GT FWD/AWD
- Engines
- 3.4L 6-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 19 combined · 17 city / 24 hwy
- Length
- 182.3 in
- Curb weight
- 3,779 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- Few owner complaints8 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 52 for similar models.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 31 similar 2005 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2005 Pontiac Aztek is a SUV - offered with a 3.4L 6-cyl engine and front-wheel drive and 4-wheel or all-wheel drive.
It measures about 182 inches long and 74 inches wide on a 108-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,779 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 19 MPG combined (17 city / 24 highway), 6% better than the 2005 SUV - average of 18 MPG, for an estimated $3,550 a year in fuel.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the vehicle speed control.
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Base/GT FWD/AWD | 182.3 in | 73.6 in | 66.5 in | 108.3 in | 62.6 / 63.8 in | 3,779 lb | 61/39 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aztek FWD | 3.4L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 / 24 / 19 | +6% | $3,550 | 468 |
| Aztek AWD | 3.4L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 22 / 18 | +8% | $3,700 | 494 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2005 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2005 Pontiac Aztek under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2005 SUV -s
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 Pontiac Aztek (this car) | 19 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | 13 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2005 Honda CR-V | 23 MPG | Not rated | 11 |
| 2005 Toyota 4Runner | 18 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2005 Subaru Forester | 23 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2005 Toyota Highlander | 22 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 17 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2005 Pontiac Aztek.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2005 Pontiac Aztek is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2005 Pontiac Aztek buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Vehicle Speed Control — 3 owner reports. Ask the seller and mechanic specifically about this system.
- Engine — 2 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Steering — 1 owner reports. Turn lock-to-lock while parked and on the road; listen for noises and feel for heavy or loose steering.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 115,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2005 Pontiac Aztek. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Pontiac. How we calculate this →