Oldsmobile Alero
The final new model ever released by the historic Oldsmobile brand.
- Power
- 150 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 9.2 s
- Top speed
- 124 mph
- Est. value
- $1k–$5k
About the Oldsmobile Alero
The Oldsmobile Alero was introduced in 1998 as a replacement for the Achieva, designed to attract younger buyers with its 'Precision Control' styling and European-influenced handling. It shared the GM N-body platform with the Pontiac Grand Am and was the last model to be developed and launched by Oldsmobile before General Motors shuttered the brand in 2004. The 2.4-litre 'Twin Cam' engine provided respectable performance for the era, though it was later replaced by the Ecotec unit. While not a performance icon, it represents the final chapter of America's oldest automotive brand.
Oldsmobile Alero specs
The Oldsmobile Alero produces 150 bhp (112 kW) and 210 Nm (155 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 9.2 seconds and has a top speed of 124 mph (200 km/h).
| Make | Oldsmobile |
|---|---|
| Model | Alero |
| Trim | 2.4 |
| Years | 1998–2004 |
| Type | Saloon |
| Body style | Sedan |
| Country | United States |
| Original price | About $18,000 when new |
| Engine | 2.4-litre inline-four |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2,392 cc (2.4 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 150 bhp (112 kW) at 5,600 rpm |
| Torque | 210 Nm (155 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,500 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 9.2 s |
| Top speed | 124 mph (200 km/h) |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,365 kg (3,009 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 110 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is an Oldsmobile Alero worth?
A typical Oldsmobile Alero is estimated to be worth $1,200 – $4,500 (about £895 – £3,400).
Its original price when new was about $18,000.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Oldsmobile Alero rarity in CarSpot
The Oldsmobile Alero is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 0 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Oldsmobile Alero fun facts
- The very last Oldsmobile ever produced was a dark cherry metallic Alero GLS sedan, which rolled off the assembly line on 29 April 2004.
- In Europe and Israel, the Alero was briefly sold under the Chevrolet brand because the Oldsmobile nameplate was not established there.
- The Alero's design was heavily inspired by the 1995 Oldsmobile Antares concept car.
