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2009 Pontiac G8
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2009 Pontiac G8

This is GM's latest attempt at bringing a rear-wheel-drive model from its Australian-based Holden division to the U.S. market. The G8 offers a 256-hp, 3.6-liter V6 paired with a five-speed automatic transmission in the base model and a 361-hp, 6.0-liter V8 with a six-speed automatic in the more powerful G8 GT. A six-seed manual is optional in the G8 GXP, which has a 6.2-liter V8. The G8 has a distinct European flavor to its ride and handling. Interior accommodations are impressive, with good seats and nice fit and finish. ESC and head-protection air bags are standard. 2009 was the final year for the G8.

Market value
$10,350
Fuel
Conventional
Transmission
Automatic
Seats
5
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Model year 2009
Owner rating Not rated
Reliability Not rated
Data updated December 4, 2025

At a glance

Model data

Overview

Powertrain
Conventional
Body style
sedan
Drive type
RWD
Transmission
Automatic, 6-speed
Category
Large cars
Generation began
2008

Pricing

Current retail median
$10,350
Retail value range
$5,875 - $13,400
Original MSRP range
$28,250 - $37,610
Trade-in range
$2,735 - $9,815

Ratings

Road test score
75/100

Fuel economy

EPA city
15 MPG
EPA highway
24 MPG
EPA combined
18 MPG
Tested city
11 MPG
Tested highway
25 MPG
Tested overall
17 MPG
Annual fuel cost
$2,295
Cruising range
330 miles

Road tests

0-30 mph
2.3 sec
0-60 mph
5.7 sec
60-0 mph braking
129 ft
Avoidance speed
51.5 mph
Test status
Test Completed

Dimensions

Length
196 in
Width
75 in
Height
58 in
Wheelbase
115 in
Weight
3,950 lb
Maximum load
925 lb
Towing capacity
2,000 lb

Interior

Seating
5 people
Front head room
3 in
Front leg room
42 in
Rear head room
3 in
Rear leg room
29.5 in
Luggage
3+0+0

Brand context

About Pontiac

Once known as GM’s performance brand, Pontiac was discontinued in 2010 along with Hummer, Saab, and Saturn. The legendary GTO of the 1960s and Firebird of the ‘70s, ‘80s, and ‘90s were joined by models such as the Grand Am, Grand Prix, and Bonneville, which were based on other GM models. The Australian-built Pontiac G8 was a legitimate muscle car, and the Vibe hatchback shared its design with the Toyota Corolla Matrix. Today, most Pontiac vehicles still on the road are more than a decade old and lack the safety and convenience features found in modern vehicles.

Vehicle ID: 2430 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: December 4, 2025

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