2009 Pontiac G8 Car Ratings, Comparisons, Reviews and Specs

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2009 Pontiac G8

MSRP: $28,190 - $37,610
Invoice: $26,921 - $35,918

OVERALL

7.3

out of 10

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OVERALL

5.0

out of 5

User Reviews

2 reviews

Fuel Economy

15 City / 25 Hwy

2009 Pontiac G83 Trims Available

TRIM	PRICE	ENGINE	FUEL ECONOMY
GT	MSRP: $31,555 Invoice: $30,135	6.0L V8	15 City/24 Hwy
GXP	MSRP: $37,610 Invoice: $35,918	6.2L V8	N/A
Sedan	MSRP: $28,190 Invoice: $26,921	3.6L V6	17 City/25 Hwy

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Summary

The 2009 G8 is a 4-door, 5-passenger family sedan, or sports sedan, available in 3 trims, ranging from the Sedan to the GXP. Upon introduction, the Sedan is equipped with a standard 3.6-liter, V6, 256-horsepower engine that achieves 17-mpg in the city and 25-mpg on the highway. A 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard. The GXP is equipped with a standard 6.2-liter, V8, 415-horsepower engine. A 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard. The 2009 G8 is a carryover from 2008.

User Reviews

2009 Pontiac G8

Model Rating

5.0

out of 5

Overall

2 user reviews

User Review

Pros:Power, handling, room, attractive styling, price Cons:Fuel economy, derivative exterior, sparse interior, lacks some features most $40,000 cars have

If power, handling, and room are top priorities, and everything else is a distant fourth, this is your car.

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2009 G8 GT

MSRP	$31,555	6.0L V8	15 City/24 Hwy
Invoice:	$30,135	355@5300

Specs and Features

Standard Features Options Safety Warranty

Anti-Theft & Locks

Child Safety Door Locks Located On Rear Doors

Locking Fuel Filler Cap

OnStar(R) Stolen Vehicle Tracking

Power Door Locks

Theftlock(R) Radio Anti-Theft

Vehicle Anti-Theft Via Engine Immobilizer

Braking & Traction

4-Wheel Anti-Lock Brakes

All-Speed Traction Control Controlled By ABS and Engine Management

Brembo(R) Front Power 321-mm X 30-mm Vented Disc and Rear Power 324-mm X 22-mm Vented Disc Brakes

Electronic Brake Assistance

Electronic Brake Force Distribution

Rear Limited Slip Differential

StabiliTrak(R) Vehicle Stability Control System

Electrical

2 Front Power Outlets

Battery

Battery Saver

Delayed Power Retention Operates Audio and Windows For 10-Minutes

Drive By Wire Control For Throttle

Engines & Emissions

6.0-Liter, V8, 16-Valve, OHV, SEFI Engine; Front Mounted With Horsepower Of 355@5300 and Torque Of 384@4400, Alloy Black and Alloy Cylinder Heads

Active Fuel Management Displacement On Demand

Extended Service Interval For Distributorless Ignition

Entertainment, Communication & Navigation

AM/FM Radio With 230-Watts, Seek, Scan, Speed Sensitive Volume, Blaupunkt Sound System and 11 Speakers Total; 6-Disc CD Changer; MP3 Player; XM(R) Satellite Radio

Auxiliary Input Jack

Equalizer

OnStar(R) Personal Calling Hands-Free Telephone

OnStar(R) Telematics System With 12 Months Safe and Sound Service Plan Includes Automatic Collision Notification, Crisis Assistance, Concierge Services, Emergency Response, Personal Calling, Remote Unlocking, Roadside Assistance, Security System Notificat

Radio Antenna

Radio Data System

Subwoofers

Wireless Communication Access For Bluetooth(R) Enabled Devices

Exterior Lighting

Automatic Headlights With Automatic On, Automatic Off and Dusk Sensor

Daytime Running Lights

Front Foglights

Projector Beam Halogen Headlights

Exterior, Design, Paint & Finish

Front Air Dam

Front and Rear Body Colored Bumpers

Metallic Paint (If Selected)

Quad Exhaust Outlets

Rear Spoiler

Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning

Automatic Climate Control

Rear HVAC Ducts

Separate Driver/Front Passenger Climate Controls

Instrumentation

Battery Gauge

Compass

Cruise Control

Maintenance Interval Indicator For Oil Quality

Steering Wheel Mounted Controls For Audio, Bluetooth(R) Wireless Enabled Devices and Trip Computer

Tachometer

Tire Pressure Monitor

Trip Computer With Average Speed, Average Fuel Consumption, Miles To Empty and Trip Odometer

Voice Activated Controls For Bluetooth(R) Wireless Enabled Devices

Voice Activated Controls For Phone

Interior Lighting

Front Reading Lights

Trunk Light

Interior, Design, Decor & Floor Covering

Carpet Located In Passenger Cabin

Front Carpeted Floor Mats

Leather Steering Wheel

Rear Carpeted Floor Mats

Remote Controls & Remote Releases

Remote Ignition

Remote Trunk Release Located Inside Vehicle

Safety

Automatic Locking Retractors

Crash Sensor Sends GPS Signal

Crumple Zones

Driver Airbag With Dual Stage Deployment

Front and Rear 3-Point Seatbelts

Front and Rear Side Head Curtain Airbags Located In Roof

Front Pretensioners With Force Limiters

L A T C H

Passenger Airbag Cutoff Sensor

Passenger Airbag With Dual Stage Deployment

Rear 3-Point Center Seatbelt

Seat Mounted Front Side Airbags With Head Protection

Second Row Side Airbags

Side Guard Door Beams

Trunk Anti-Trap Device

Seats

Cloth Seats

Driver Power Seat Adjusts 4 Ways Total

Front Dual Reclining Bucket Seats With Adjustable Headrests

Front Passenger Power Seat Adjusts 4 Ways Total

Rear Bench Seat

Rear Seat Pass Through

Theater Style Seating

Steering

Power Rack and Pinion Variable Assisted Steering

Telescopic Steering Column

Tilt Steering Column

Storage

4 Front and 2 Rear; 6 Cupholders Total

Cargo Net

Coin Holder

Front and Rear Door Mounted Storage

Front Dual Seatback Storage Pockets

Lockable Glovebox

Lower Console Storage

Overhead Console Storage

Suspension

Front Stabilizer Bar

Independent Multi-Link MacPherson Strut Front Suspension With Coil Springs, Shock Absorbers and Performance Ride Type

Independent Multi-Link Rear Suspension With Coil Springs, Shock Absorbers and Performance Ride Type

Rear Stabilizer Bar

Transmission

Hydra-Matic 6-Speed Electronically Controlled Manually Interactive Automatic Transmission With Overdrive

Manually Interactive Automatic Transmission

Wheels & Tires

Inflatable Spare Tire Kit

Machine Faced Alloy Wheels, 18-In. X 8-In.

SBRP245/45R18 BSW, All-Season Tires

Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

Dual Body Color Folding Power Adjustable Exterior Rearview Mirrors

Front Dual Illuminated Vanity Mirrors

Front Dual Sunvisors

Power Window Lockout/Override

Power Windows With Driver and Front Passenger One-Touch Down

Rear Window Defroster

Tinted Glass

Vehicle Speed Sensitive Intermittent Windshield Wipers

Entertainment, Communication & Navigation

AM/FM Radio With 230-Watts; 6-Disc CD Changer

PKG**

Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning

Automatic Climate Control

PKG**

Interior, Design, Decor & Floor Covering

Alloy Located On Pedals	PKG**
Leather Located On Shift Knob	PKG**
Leather Steering Wheel	PKG**
Sport Leather Steering Wheel	PKG**

Seats

Driver Power Seats Adjusts 6 Ways Total	PKG**
Front Dual Heated Seats	PKG**
Front Passenger Power Seat Adjusts 6 Ways Total	PKG**

Special Package

Premium Package	$1,250
Sports Package	$600

Sunroof/Moonroof & Removable/Convertible Top

Front Power Glass Tilt Slide Sunroof

$900

Transmission

3.70 Axle Ratio

PKG**

Wheels & Tires

5-Spoke Machine Faced Alloy Wheels, 19-In.	PKG**
SBRP245/45R18 BSW, Summer Performance Tires	TBA#

Engine

Battery Output	N/A
Bore X Stroke	4.00x3.70
Combined Fuel Economy	18
Compression	10.4:1
Cruising Range	342 miles
Cylinders	8
Displacement	5967 / 366
Electric HorsePower BHP	N/A
Electric HorsePower RPM	N/A
Electric Torque Feet Per Pound	N/A (foot-lbs)
Electric Torque RPM	N/A
EPA Class	Mid-Size
Final Drive Gear Ratio Opt	N/A
Final Drive Ratio	No
Fuel Economy Cty/Hwy	15 / 24
Fuel Type System	Gas Engine / Sequential Electronic Fuel Injected, Sequential Port Fuel Injected Sequential, Multi-Port Fuel Injected
Horsepower @RPM	355@5300
Number of Valves	16
Overdrive Transmission	Yes
Power to Weight Ratio	11.3
Standard Engine	6.0L V8
Standard Transmission	6 Speed Automatic
Supercharged	No
Torque @RPM	N/A
Turbo (Yes/No)	No
Valves Configuration	Overhead Valve

Capacity and Volume

Box/Cargo Height	N/A
Box/Cargo Length	N/A
Box/Cargo Width (Wall)	N/A
Box/Cargo Width (Wheel)	N/A
Cargo Volume (EPA)	17 cu. ft.
Cargo Volume (MFR)	17 cu. ft.
Fuel Capacity	19
GVWR Maximum	N/A
GVWR Standard	N/A
Passenger Volume (EPA)	107
Passenger Volume (MFR)	124.5 cu. ft.
Payload Maximum	N/A
Payload Standard	N/A

Brakes, Steering, Suspension and Tires

Brakes (Front)	Disc
Brakes (Rear)	Disc
Driveline	Rear Wheel Drive
Driveline (Opt)	N/A
Steering	Rack & Pinion
Steering Diameter Left	37.4
Steering Diameter Right	37.4
Suspension (Front)	Independent
Suspension (Rear)	Independent
Tire Aspect Ratio	45
Tire Construction	Radial
Tire Type	Passenger
Tire wheel Diameter	18 in.
Tire Width	245 mm

Interior Dimensions

Headroom (Front)	38.7
Headroom (Row 2)	38
Headroom (Row 3)	N/A
Hiproom (Front)	56.7
Hiproom (Row 2)	58
Hiproom (Row 3)	N/A
Legroom (Front)	42.2
Legroom (Row 2)	39.4
Legroom (Row 3)	N/A
Seating (Maximum)	5
Seating (Optional)	N/A
Seating (Standard)	5
Shoulder Room (Front)	59.1
Shoulder Room (Row 2)	59.1
Shoulder Room (Row 3)	N/A
Tow Capacity (Maximum)	2000
Tow Capacity (Standard)	2000

Exterior Dimensions and Weight

Curb Weight AT	3995
Curb Weight MT	N/A
Doors (Maximum)	4
Doors (Standard)	4
Ground Clearance	N/A
Height	57.7
Length	196.1
Top Type (Optional)	N/A
Top Type (Standard)	Hard Fixed
Track (Front)	62.7
Track (Rear)	63.3
Weight Distribution AT (Front)	50
Weight Distribution AT (Rear)	50
Weight Distribution MT (Front)	N/A
Weight Distribution MT (Rear)	N/A
Wheelbase	114.8
Width	74.8

Crash Test Ratings, Sales and Origin

Crash Test Rating	N/A / N/A
Sales Volume	N/A
Where Built	Australia

Airbags

Driver Airbag	Standard
Front Side Airbag	Standard
Front Side Airbag with Head Protection	N/A
Passenger Airbag	Standard
Passenger Airbag Cutoff Switch/Sensor	Standard
Second Row Side Airbag	Standard
Second Row Side Airbag with Head Protection	N/A
Side Head Curtain Airbags	Standard

General Safety Features

Child Safety Door Locks	Standard
Locking Pickup Truck Tailgate	N/A
Panic Button or Alarm	Not Listed
Safety Rollbar	N/A
Side Guard Door Beams	Standard
Trunk Anti-Trap Device	Standard

Theft Prevention

Locking Fuel Filler Door or Gap	Standard
Selective Locking / Unlocking	Not Listed
Valet Lockout	N/A
Vehicle Anti-Lockout Device	Not Listed
Vehicle Theft Tracking / Notification	Standard
Wheel Locks	N/A

Basic

36,000 miles / 36 months

Bumper-to-Bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty covers labor and parts.

Powertrain

100,000 miles / 60 months

Part of Bumper-to-Bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

Rust

100,000 miles / 72 months

Covers any sheet metal panel that rusts-through (an actual hole). Corrosion Warranty covers body sheet metal against surface rust for 36 months/36,000 miles.

Tires

36,000 miles / 36 months

Included in Bumper-to-Bumper Warranty. Tires may continue to be covered under the tire manufacturer warranty.

Courtesy Transportation

100,000 miles / 60 months

Interim transportation may be available during Bumper-to-Bumper coverage period for warranty repairs or customer may be reimbursed up to $30 a day for cost of rental car, etc. For powertrain repairs, coverage period is 60 months/100,000 miles. See dealer.

Towing

100,000 miles / 60 months

Towing to nearest Pontiac dealer is provided at no cost for warranty covered breakdowns.

2009 G8 GXP

MSRP	$37,610	6.2L V8
Invoice:	$35,918	415@5900

Specs and Features

Standard Features Options Safety Warranty

Anti-Theft & Locks

Child Safety Door Locks Located On Rear Doors

Locking Fuel Filler Cap

OnStar(R) Stolen Vehicle Tracking

Power Door Locks

Theftlock(R) Radio Anti-Theft

Vehicle Anti-Theft Via Engine Immobilizer

Braking & Traction

4-Wheel Anti-Lock Brakes

All-Speed Traction Control Controlled By ABS and Engine Management

Brembo(R) Front Power 355-mm Vented Disc and Rear Power Vented Disc Brakes

Electronic Brake Assistance

Electronic Brake Force Distribution

Rear Limited Slip Differential

StabiliTrak(R) Vehicle Stability Control System

Electrical

2 Front Power Outlets

Battery

Battery Saver

Delayed Power Retention Operates Audio and Windows For 10-Minutes

Drive By Wire Control For Throttle

Engines & Emissions

6.2-Liter, V8, 16-Valve, OHV, SEFI Engine; Front Mounted With Horsepower Of 415@5900 and Torque Of 415@4600, Alloy Black and Alloy Cylinder Heads

Active Fuel Management Displacement On Demand

Extended Service Interval For Distributorless Ignition

Extended Service Interval For Platinum-Tipped Spark Plugs

Entertainment, Communication & Navigation

AM/FM Radio With 230-Watts, Seek, Scan, Speed Sensitive Volume, Blaupunkt Sound System and 11 Speakers Total; 6-Disc CD Changer; MP3 Player; XM(R) Satellite Radio

Auxiliary Input Jack

Equalizer

OnStar(R) Personal Calling Hands-Free Telephone

Radio Antenna

Radio Data System

Subwoofers

Wireless Communication Access For Bluetooth(R) Enabled Devices

Exterior Lighting

Automatic Headlights With Automatic On, Automatic Off and Dusk Sensor

Daytime Running Lights

Front Foglights

Projector Beam Halogen Headlights

Exterior, Design, Paint & Finish

Alloy Located On Pedals

Front Air Dam

Front and Rear Body Colored Bumpers

Metallic Paint (If Selected)

Quad Exhaust Outlets

Rear Spoiler

Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning

Automatic Climate Control

Rear HVAC Ducts

Separate Driver/Front Passenger Climate Controls

Instrumentation

Battery Gauge

Compass

Cruise Control

Maintenance Interval Indicator For Oil Quality

Steering Wheel Mounted Controls For Audio, Bluetooth(R) Wireless Enabled Devices and Trip Computer

Tachometer

Tire Pressure Monitor

Trip Computer With Average Speed, Average Fuel Consumption, Miles To Empty and Trip Odometer

Voice Activated Controls For Bluetooth(R) Wireless Enabled Devices

Voice Activated Controls For Phone

Interior Lighting

Front Reading Lights

Trunk Light

Interior, Design, Decor & Floor Covering

Carpet Located In Passenger Cabin

Front Carpeted Floor Mats

Leather Located On Shift Knob

Rear Carpeted Floor Mats

Remote Controls & Remote Releases

Remote Ignition

Remote Trunk Release Located Inside Vehicle

Safety

Automatic Locking Retractors

Crash Sensor Sends GPS Signal

Crumple Zones

Driver Airbag With Dual Stage Deployment

Front and Rear 3-Point Seatbelts

Front and Rear Side Head Curtain Airbags Located In Roof

Front Pretensioners With Force Limiters

L A T C H

Passenger Airbag Cutoff Sensor

Passenger Airbag With Dual Stage Deployment

Rear 3-Point Center Seatbelt

Seat Mounted Front Side Airbags With Head Protection

Second Row Side Airbags

Side Guard Door Beams

Trunk Anti-Trap Device

Seats

Cloth Seats

Driver Power Seat Adjusts 6 Ways Total

Front Dual Reclining Heated Bucket Seats With Dual Adjustable Seat Height and Adjustable Headrests

Front Passenger Power Seat Adjusts 6 Ways Total

Rear Bench Seat With Fold-Down Armrest

Rear Seat Pass Through

Theater Style Seating

Steering

Power Rack and Pinion Variable Assisted Steering

Telescopic Steering Column

Tilt Steering Column

Storage

4 Front and 4 Rear; 8 Cupholders Total

Cargo Net

Coin Holder

Front and Rear Door Mounted Storage

Front Dual Seatback Storage Pockets

Lockable Glovebox

Lower Console Storage

Overhead Console Storage

Suspension

Front Stabilizer Bar

Independent Multi-Link MacPherson Strut Front Suspension With Coil Springs, Shock Absorbers and Sport Performance Ride Type

Independent Multi-Link Rear Suspension With Coil Springs, Shock Absorbers and Sport Performance Ride Type

Rear Stabilizer Bar

Transmission

Hydra-Matic 6-Speed Electronically Controlled Manually Interactive Automatic Transmission With Overdrive

Manually Interactive Automatic Transmission

Wheels & Tires

Inflatable Spare Tire Kit

Polished Alloy Wheels, 19-In.

SBRP245/40R19 BSW, All-Season Tires

Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

Dual Body Color Folding Power Adjustable Exterior Rearview Mirrors

Front Dual Illuminated Vanity Mirrors

Front Dual Sunvisors

Power Window Lockout/Override

Power Windows With Driver and Front Passenger One-Touch Down

Rear Window Defroster

Tinted Glass

Vehicle Speed Sensitive Intermittent Windshield Wipers

Entertainment, Communication & Navigation

AM/FM Radio With 230-Watts; 6-Disc CD Changer

PKG**

Gas Guzzler Tax

$1,700

Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning

Automatic Climate Control

PKG**

Interior, Design, Decor & Floor Covering

Alloy Located On Pedals	PKG**
Leather Located On Shift Knob	PKG**
Leather Steering Wheel	PKG**
Sport Leather Steering Wheel	PKG**

Seats

Driver Power Seats Adjusts 6 Ways Total	PKG**
Front Dual Heated Seats	PKG**
Front Passenger Power Seat Adjusts 6 Ways Total	PKG**

Sunroof/Moonroof & Removable/Convertible Top

Front Power Glass Tilt Slide Sunroof

$900

Transmission

3.70 Axle Ratio	PKG**
6-Speed Manual Transmission With Overdrive	$695

Wheels & Tires

5-Spoke Machine Faced Alloy Wheels, 19-In.	PKG**
SBRP245/40R19 BSW, Performance Tires	TBA#

Engine

Battery Output	N/A
Bore X Stroke	NLxNL
Combined Fuel Economy	N/A
Compression	N/A
Cruising Range	N/A
Cylinders	8
Displacement	N/A / N/A
Electric HorsePower BHP	N/A
Electric HorsePower RPM	N/A
Electric Torque Feet Per Pound	N/A (foot-lbs)
Electric Torque RPM	N/A
EPA Class	Mid-Size
Final Drive Gear Ratio Opt	N/A
Final Drive Ratio	No
Fuel Economy Cty/Hwy	N/A / N/A
Fuel Type System	Gas Engine / Sequential Electronic Fuel Injected, Sequential Port Fuel Injected Sequential, Multi-Port Fuel Injected
Horsepower @RPM	415@5900
Number of Valves	16
Overdrive Transmission	Yes
Power to Weight Ratio	9.8
Standard Engine	6.2L V8
Standard Transmission	6 Speed Automatic
Supercharged	No
Torque @RPM	N/A
Turbo (Yes/No)	No
Valves Configuration	Overhead Valve

Capacity and Volume

Box/Cargo Height	N/A
Box/Cargo Length	N/A
Box/Cargo Width (Wall)	N/A
Box/Cargo Width (Wheel)	N/A
Cargo Volume (EPA)	17 cu. ft.
Cargo Volume (MFR)	17 cu. ft.
Fuel Capacity	19
GVWR Maximum	N/A
GVWR Standard	N/A
Passenger Volume (EPA)	107
Passenger Volume (MFR)	124.5 cu. ft.
Payload Maximum	N/A
Payload Standard	N/A

Brakes, Steering, Suspension and Tires

Brakes (Front)	Disc
Brakes (Rear)	Disc
Driveline	Rear Wheel Drive
Driveline (Opt)	N/A
Steering	Rack & Pinion
Steering Diameter Left	37.4
Steering Diameter Right	37.4
Suspension (Front)	Independent
Suspension (Rear)	Independent
Tire Aspect Ratio	40
Tire Construction	Radial
Tire Type	Passenger
Tire wheel Diameter	19 in.
Tire Width	245 mm

Interior Dimensions

Headroom (Front)	38.7
Headroom (Row 2)	38
Headroom (Row 3)	N/A
Hiproom (Front)	56.7
Hiproom (Row 2)	58
Hiproom (Row 3)	N/A
Legroom (Front)	42.2
Legroom (Row 2)	39.4
Legroom (Row 3)	N/A
Seating (Maximum)	5
Seating (Optional)	N/A
Seating (Standard)	5
Shoulder Room (Front)	59.1
Shoulder Room (Row 2)	59.1
Shoulder Room (Row 3)	N/A
Tow Capacity (Maximum)	2000
Tow Capacity (Standard)	2000

Exterior Dimensions and Weight

Curb Weight AT	4050
Curb Weight MT	N/A
Doors (Maximum)	4
Doors (Standard)	4
Ground Clearance	N/A
Height	57.7
Length	196.1
Top Type (Optional)	N/A
Top Type (Standard)	Hard Fixed
Track (Front)	62.7
Track (Rear)	63.3
Weight Distribution AT (Front)	50
Weight Distribution AT (Rear)	50
Weight Distribution MT (Front)	N/A
Weight Distribution MT (Rear)	N/A
Wheelbase	114.8
Width	74.8

Crash Test Ratings, Sales and Origin

Crash Test Rating	N/A / N/A
Sales Volume	N/A
Where Built	Australia

Airbags

Driver Airbag	Standard
Front Side Airbag	Standard
Front Side Airbag with Head Protection	N/A
Passenger Airbag	Standard
Passenger Airbag Cutoff Switch/Sensor	Standard
Second Row Side Airbag	Standard
Second Row Side Airbag with Head Protection	N/A
Side Head Curtain Airbags	Standard

General Safety Features

Child Safety Door Locks	Standard
Locking Pickup Truck Tailgate	N/A
Panic Button or Alarm	Not Listed
Safety Rollbar	N/A
Side Guard Door Beams	Standard
Trunk Anti-Trap Device	Standard

Theft Prevention

Locking Fuel Filler Door or Gap	Standard
Selective Locking / Unlocking	Not Listed
Valet Lockout	N/A
Vehicle Anti-Lockout Device	Not Listed
Vehicle Theft Tracking / Notification	Standard
Wheel Locks	N/A

Basic

36,000 miles / 36 months

Bumper-to-Bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty covers labor and parts.

Powertrain

100,000 miles / 60 months

Part of Bumper-to-Bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

Rust

100,000 miles / 72 months

Covers any sheet metal panel that rusts-through (an actual hole). Corrosion Warranty covers body sheet metal against surface rust for 36 months/36,000 miles.

Tires

36,000 miles / 36 months

Included in Bumper-to-Bumper Warranty. Tires may continue to be covered under the tire manufacturer warranty.

Courtesy Transportation

100,000 miles / 60 months

Towing

100,000 miles / 60 months

Towing to nearest Pontiac dealer is provided at no cost for warranty covered breakdowns.

2009 G8 Sedan

MSRP	$28,190	3.6L V6	17 City/25 Hwy
Invoice:	$26,921	256@6300

Specs and Features

Standard Features Options Safety Warranty

Anti-Theft & Locks

Child Safety Door Locks Located On Rear Doors

Locking Fuel Filler Cap

OnStar(R) Stolen Vehicle Tracking

Power Door Locks

Theftlock(R) Radio Anti-Theft

Vehicle Anti-Theft Via Engine Immobilizer

Braking & Traction

4-Wheel Anti-Lock Brakes

All-Speed Traction Control Controlled By ABS and Engine Management

Electronic Brake Assistance

Electronic Brake Force Distribution

Front Power 298-mm X 30-mm Vented Disc and Rear Power 302-mm X 22-mm Vented Disc Brakes

StabiliTrak(R) Vehicle Stability Control System

Electrical

2 Front Power Outlets

Battery

Battery Saver

Delayed Power Retention Operates Audio and Windows For 10-Minutes

Drive By Wire Control For Throttle

Engines & Emissions

3.6-Liter, V6, 24-Valve, DOHC, SEFI Engine; Front Mounted With Horsepower Of 256@6300 and Torque Of 248@2100, Alloy Block and Alloy Cylinder Heads

Extended Service Interval For Platinum-Tipped Spark Plugs

Entertainment, Communication & Navigation

AM/FM Radio With Seek, Scan, Speed Sensitive Volume, Blaupunkt Sound System and 7 Speakers Total; CD Player; XM(R) Satellite Radio

Auxiliary Input Jack

Equalizer

OnStar(R) Personal Calling Hands-Free Telephone

Radio Antenna

Radio Data System

Wireless Communication Access For Bluetooth(R) Enabled Devices

Exterior Lighting

Automatic Headlights With Automatic On, Automatic Off and Dusk Sensor

Daytime Running Lights

Front Foglights

Projector Beam Halogen Headlights

Exterior, Design, Paint & Finish

Dual Exhaust Outlets

Front Air Dam

Front and Rear Body Colored Bumpers

Metallic Paint (If Selected)

Rear Spoiler

Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning

Manual Air Conditioning

Rear HVAC Ducts

Instrumentation

Battery Gauge

Compass

Cruise Control

Maintenance Interval Indicator For Oil Quality

Steering Wheel Mounted Controls For Audio, Bluetooth(R) Wireless Enabled Devices and Trip Computer

Tachometer

Tire Pressure Monitor

Trip Computer With Average Speed, Average Fuel Consumption, Miles To Empty and Trip Odometer

Voice Activated Controls For Bluetooth(R) Wireless Enabled Devices

Voice Activated Controls For Phone

Interior Lighting

Front Reading Lights

Trunk Light

Interior, Design, Decor & Floor Covering

Carpet Located In Passenger Cabin

Front Carpeted Floor Mats

Rear Carpeted Floor Mats

Remote Controls & Remote Releases

Remote Ignition

Remote Trunk Release Located Inside Vehicle

Safety

Automatic Locking Retractors

Crash Sensor Sends GPS Signal

Crumple Zones

Driver Airbag With Dual Stage Deployment

Front and Rear 3-Point Seatbelts

Front and Rear Side Head Curtain Airbags Located In Roof

Front Pretensioners With Force Limiters

L A T C H

Passenger Airbag Cutoff Sensor

Passenger Airbag With Dual Stage Deployment

Rear 3-Point Center Seatbelt

Seat Mounted Front Side Airbags With Head Protection

Second Row Side Airbags

Side Guard Door Beams

Trunk Anti-Trap Device

Seats

Cloth Seats

Driver Power Seat Adjusts 4 Ways Total

Front Dual Reclining Bucket Seats With Adjustable Headrests

Front Passenger Power Seat Adjusts 4 Ways Total

Rear Bench Seat

Rear Seat Pass Through

Theater Style Seating

Steering

Power Rack and Pinion Variable Assisted Steering

Telescopic Steering Column

Tilt Steering Column

Storage

4 Front and 2 Rear; 6 Cupholders Total

Cargo Net

Coin Holder

Front and Rear Door Mounted Storage

Front Dual Seatback Storage Pockets

Lockable Glovebox

Lower Console Storage

Overhead Console Storage

Suspension

Front Stabilizer Bar

Independent Multi-Link MacPherson Strut Front Suspension With Coil Springs, Shock Absorbers and Performance Ride Type

Independent Multi-Link Rear Suspension With Coil Springs, Shock Absorbers and Performance Ride Type

Rear Stabilizer Bar

Transmission

Hydra-Matic 5-Speed Electronically Controlled Manually Interactive Automatic Transmission With Overdrive

Manually Interactive Automatic Transmission

Wheels & Tires

Compact Spare Tire

SBRP245/45R18 BSW, All-Season Tires

Silver Painted Alloy Wheels, 18-In. X 8-In.

Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

Dual Body Color Folding Power Adjustable Exterior Rearview Mirrors

Front Dual Illuminated Vanity Mirrors

Front Dual Sunvisors

Power Window Lockout/Override

Power Windows With Driver and Front Passenger One-Touch Down

Rear Window Defroster

Tinted Glass

Vehicle Speed Sensitive Intermittent Windshield Wipers

Entertainment, Communication & Navigation

AM/FM Radio With 230-Watts; 6-Disc CD Changer

PKG**

Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning

Automatic Climate Control

PKG**

Interior, Design, Decor & Floor Covering

Alloy Located On Pedals	PKG**
Leather Located On Shift Knob	PKG**
Leather Steering Wheel	PKG**
Sport Leather Steering Wheel	PKG**

Seats

Driver Power Seats Adjusts 6 Ways Total	PKG**
Front Dual Heated Seats	PKG**
Front Passenger Power Seat Adjusts 6 Ways Total	PKG**

Special Package

Comfort and Sound Package	$795
Premium Package	$1,375

Sunroof/Moonroof & Removable/Convertible Top

Front Power Glass Tilt Slide Sunroof

$900

Transmission

3.70 Axle Ratio

PKG**

Wheels & Tires

5-Spoke Machine Faced Alloy Wheels, 19-In.	PKG**
SBRP245/45R18 BSW, Summer Performance Tires	TBA#

Engine

Battery Output	N/A
Bore X Stroke	3.70x3.40
Combined Fuel Economy	20
Compression	10.2:1
Cruising Range	380 miles
Cylinders	6
Displacement	3564 / 220
Electric HorsePower BHP	N/A
Electric HorsePower RPM	N/A
Electric Torque Feet Per Pound	N/A (foot-lbs)
Electric Torque RPM	N/A
EPA Class	Mid-Size
Final Drive Gear Ratio Opt	N/A
Final Drive Ratio	No
Fuel Economy Cty/Hwy	17 / 25
Fuel Type System	Gas Engine / Sequential Electronic Fuel Injected, Sequential Port Fuel Injected Sequential, Multi-Port Fuel Injected
Horsepower @RPM	256@6300
Number of Valves	24
Overdrive Transmission	Yes
Power to Weight Ratio	15.2
Standard Engine	3.6L V6
Standard Transmission	5 Speed Automatic
Supercharged	No
Torque @RPM	N/A
Turbo (Yes/No)	No
Valves Configuration	Dual Overhead Cam / Twin Overhead Cam

Capacity and Volume

Box/Cargo Height	N/A
Box/Cargo Length	N/A
Box/Cargo Width (Wall)	N/A
Box/Cargo Width (Wheel)	N/A
Cargo Volume (EPA)	17 cu. ft.
Cargo Volume (MFR)	17 cu. ft.
Fuel Capacity	19
GVWR Maximum	N/A
GVWR Standard	N/A
Passenger Volume (EPA)	107
Passenger Volume (MFR)	124.5 cu. ft.
Payload Maximum	N/A
Payload Standard	N/A

Brakes, Steering, Suspension and Tires

Brakes (Front)	Disc
Brakes (Rear)	Disc
Driveline	Rear Wheel Drive
Driveline (Opt)	N/A
Steering	Rack & Pinion
Steering Diameter Left	37.4
Steering Diameter Right	37.4
Suspension (Front)	Independent
Suspension (Rear)	Independent
Tire Aspect Ratio	45
Tire Construction	Radial
Tire Type	Passenger
Tire wheel Diameter	18 in.
Tire Width	245 mm

Interior Dimensions

Headroom (Front)	38.7
Headroom (Row 2)	38
Headroom (Row 3)	N/A
Hiproom (Front)	56.7
Hiproom (Row 2)	58
Hiproom (Row 3)	N/A
Legroom (Front)	42.2
Legroom (Row 2)	39.4
Legroom (Row 3)	N/A
Seating (Maximum)	5
Seating (Optional)	N/A
Seating (Standard)	5
Shoulder Room (Front)	59.1
Shoulder Room (Row 2)	59.1
Shoulder Room (Row 3)	N/A
Tow Capacity (Maximum)	2000
Tow Capacity (Standard)	2000

Exterior Dimensions and Weight

Curb Weight AT	3885
Curb Weight MT	N/A
Doors (Maximum)	4
Doors (Standard)	4
Ground Clearance	N/A
Height	57.7
Length	196.1
Top Type (Optional)	N/A
Top Type (Standard)	Hard Fixed
Track (Front)	62.7
Track (Rear)	63.3
Weight Distribution AT (Front)	50
Weight Distribution AT (Rear)	50
Weight Distribution MT (Front)	N/A
Weight Distribution MT (Rear)	N/A
Wheelbase	114.8
Width	74.8

Crash Test Ratings, Sales and Origin

Crash Test Rating	N/A / N/A
Sales Volume	N/A
Where Built	Australia

Airbags

Driver Airbag	Standard
Front Side Airbag	Standard
Front Side Airbag with Head Protection	N/A
Passenger Airbag	Standard
Passenger Airbag Cutoff Switch/Sensor	Standard
Second Row Side Airbag	Standard
Second Row Side Airbag with Head Protection	N/A
Side Head Curtain Airbags	Standard

General Safety Features

Child Safety Door Locks	Standard
Locking Pickup Truck Tailgate	N/A
Panic Button or Alarm	Not Listed
Safety Rollbar	N/A
Side Guard Door Beams	Standard
Trunk Anti-Trap Device	Standard

Theft Prevention

Locking Fuel Filler Door or Gap	Standard
Selective Locking / Unlocking	Not Listed
Valet Lockout	N/A
Vehicle Anti-Lockout Device	Not Listed
Vehicle Theft Tracking / Notification	Standard
Wheel Locks	N/A

Basic

36,000 miles / 36 months

Bumper-to-Bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty covers labor and parts.

Powertrain

100,000 miles / 60 months

Part of Bumper-to-Bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

Rust

100,000 miles / 72 months

Covers any sheet metal panel that rusts-through (an actual hole). Corrosion Warranty covers body sheet metal against surface rust for 36 months/36,000 miles.

Tires

36,000 miles / 36 months

Included in Bumper-to-Bumper Warranty. Tires may continue to be covered under the tire manufacturer warranty.

Courtesy Transportation

100,000 miles / 60 months

Towing

100,000 miles / 60 months

Towing to nearest Pontiac dealer is provided at no cost for warranty covered breakdowns.

2009 Pontiac G8

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