What I liked about the Pontiac G8:
- Very fast
- Reasonably priced
- Handsome styling
- Lots of interior space
What I didn't like:
- Lack of options
- Tiny side mirrors
- Fiddly seat controls
Who should buy the Pontiac G8:
Would-be Corvette buyers who need a back seat
Who should not buy the Pontiac G8:
Those who require a full size car but don't feel the need for speed
Details and Specs:
- Body style: 4-door sedan
- Seating capacity: 5
- Trim levels: Base, GT
- Price range (including options): $27,595 - $32,745
- Test car model/price: G8 GT, $31,845
- Base engine: 3.6 liter V6, 256 hp @ 6300 RPM, 248 lb-ft @ 2100 RPM
- Optional engine: 6.0 liter V8, 361 hp @ 5300 RPM, 385 lb-ft @ 4400 RPM
- Premium fuel required? Recommended, not required
- Transmission: 5-speed automatic (V6), 6-speed automatic (V8)
- Driveline: Front engine, rear-wheel-drive
- EPA fuel economy estimates: 17 MPG city/25 MPG highway (V6), 15/24 (V8)
- Where built: Australia
- Standard safety equipment: Front airbags, front-seat-mounted side (torso) airbags, two-row side curtain airbags, antilock brakes, electronic stability control
- Optional safety equipment: None
- Major standard features: Power windows, locks, and mirrors, remote keyless entry and starting, air conditioning, CD player
- Major options: Sunroof, leather interior, heated seats, upgraded stereo
- Warranty: 3 years/36,000 miles bumper-to-bumper, 5 years/100,000 miles powertrain, 6 years/100,000 miles outer body rust-through
- Roadside assistance/free maintenance: 5 years/100,000 miles roadside assistance
Best rivals:
- Dodge Charger
- Chrysler 300
- Toyota Avalon
