for 1995 on the new Quad 4 engine. In Japan, this generation was officially imported by Yanase and Suzuki with left-hand drive. The main imports were the SE and V6 models. The V6 model, however, was only offered for the 1996 model year there. All models had a three-speed (later 4-speed) automatic transmission. 1996–1998 For 1996, the Grand Am received a mid-generation facelift. Outside, an updated front fascia, rear fascia, and side skirts gave the Grand Am a smoother, more rounded look. The interior was redesigned and featured dual airbags, easier to use audio system and HVAC controls, and softer plastics. The Quad 4 was replaced by a new 'Twin Cam' 2.4 L DOHC (Dual Over Head Cam) four-cylinder engine. Still based on the Quad 4, this was a re-engineered version of the previous year's 2.3 L with SFI fuel injection. The new engine made of torque at lower rpm than the older 2.3 L. The 3.1 L V6 remained optional. The 3-speed automatic was dropped for 1996, and the 4-speed automatic featured standard traction control. Daytime running lamps with automatic lighting control were newly standard on all Grand Ams. 1997 models featured standard air conditioning. The Grand Am was redesigned for 1999. Available engines: 1992–1994: 2.3 L SOHC L40 L4. 120 hp (115 in 1993 and 1994), of torque 1992–1994: 2.3 L DOHC Quad 4 L4 engine: 160 hp (155 in 1993 and 1994), of torque 1992–1994: 2.3 L DOHC Quad 4 HO L4 engine: 180 hp (175 in 1993 and 1994), of torque 1992–1993: 3.3 L 3300 MPFI V6: , of torque 1994–1998: 3.1 L 3100 SFI V6: , of torque 1995: 2.3 L DOHC Quad 4 L4 engine: , of torque 1996–1998: 2.4 L DOHC Twin Cam L4 engine: , of torque Available transmissions: 1992–1994: Muncie sourced Getrag designed 5-speed manual with overdrive ('Quad 4 HO' only) 1992–1998: Isuzu sourced 5-speed manual with overdrive (1992-1994 'Quad OHC' only; 1995-1998 'Quad4' & 'Twin Cam' only) 1992–1995: 3T40 3-speed automatic 1994–1998: 4T60-E 4-speed automatic with overdrive (available with 3100 SFI V6 beginning in 1994) 1999–2005 Available in late spring 1998, the basic design of the fifth-generation Grand Am was shared with the Oldsmobile Alero (also new for 1999) and Chevrolet Malibu (introduced in 1996). The length was shortened slightly, but the wheelbase grew by more than three inches (76 mm). The suspension was now fully independent, with a revised