Overview & Reviews

The OnStar communications system is now standard on all Bonnevilles.

• Loads of gee-whiz features, solid handling, powerful V8 in GXP, excellent crash test scores, large trunk.

• Average interior materials, overly complicated controls, poor resale value.

User Reviews:

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  I LOVE My 2005 Pontiac Bonneville GXP! - 2005 Pontiac Bonneville
  By 2005Wht-GldBonnieGXP - August 8 - 4:36 am

  Weve only had our Bonneville GXP for 5 weeks so far - but nothing has deterred us from loving this car as Pontiac did a wonderful job! It is such a shame to see the Bonneville line discontinued after 48 great years - but at least it went out with a BANG! So far, the only shortcomings are the lack of aftermarket performance items available for it and a little lower gas mileage than I expected. But we do drive it enthusiastically as it is just a blast and the exhaust note is incredible for factory-spec. The GXP handles exceptionally well for such a large sedan and yet offers great ride quality. Luckily, I found one of the last NEW GXPs with every available option in White-Gold Tricoat.

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  Overall great car - 2005 Pontiac Bonneville
  By GXP doc - July 4 - 8:06 am

  I priced other imports and none of them came close to this car,as far as size,performance and value.I drive approx.100 miles a day and this car is just flat out fun to drive!I have been very pleased with my purchase.The dealer treated me better than any of the import dealers I have dealt with.

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  Excellent bargain. - 2005 Pontiac Bonneville
  By jocho - May 25 - 9:23 pm

  Great car. Gas mileage @ 65mph > 31+, in town, 22.5. Super ride, quiet, comfortable. Sunroof is extra-large. Exception bargain, if youre looking for a superior, comfortable, car that gets great mileage. Picked this one up used, 14,000 miles < $19.5K. List for a new one is over $35K. Thanks for earlier reviews, they helped make decision to buy.

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  Awesome Vehicle, Bring it back! - 2005 Pontiac Bonneville
  By jdkan1 - March 25 - 3:50 pm

  Well, about one month after we purchased the car, it had a recall on a steering linkage. Since then (it now has over 100,000 miles on it) it is going strong. Good mileage (20 in town 29 on the road). Bullet proof 3800 Series II engine. Only the normal wear and replace things such as tires and brakes. We just did the first tune up and are getting ready to replace shocks, struts, coolant flush and refill, new surpentine belt and transmission service, hope for another 100,000 out of it! One of the best cars weve ever owned for durability and comfort.

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  Nice deal - 2005 Pontiac Bonneville
  By Jeff - November 20 - 5:33 pm

  This is a large, safe, 4 door sedan built by the UAW in Michigan. It is based on GMs G platform which also underpins the Buick Lucerne and Cadillac DTS, and it is lighter than both of these cars. Most of the shortcomings of the Bonneville have been addressed in GMs newer models, but if you can live with them, the price is incredible.

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  GXP - 2005 Pontiac Bonneville
  By Gary - March 27 - 8:33 am

  All the bells and whistles of the Seville for less dollars. Fun to drive, but you give up a bit in the ride.

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  New car 2005 - 2005 Pontiac Bonneville
  By A. J. Young - March 19 - 4:33 pm

  I like this car except for the price I paid for it. It is smooth driving and very comfortable on long distance driving. My 84 yr old brother-in-law finds it comfortable to ride in the back seat.

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  10 years of foreign, now GXP - 2005 Pontiac Bonneville
  By Chak - March 15 - 1:56 am

  Both wife and I saw eye-to-eye after test drive of GXP, buy it. Very quick to highway speed - sport suspension, braking all excellent. At 62, pushing the envelope on room, bit more than OK. Cockpit dashboard @ night is awesome. Live in town with many Lexus, BMW, Audi, etc and this styling stands up to all of them, performance does too. This is great choice and too bad they are discontinuing them.

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  2nd Bonneville in 3 Tears - 2005 Pontiac Bonneville
  By bill bryant - March 1 - 10:00 am

  Bought an 01, SSEI, and loved it, accept that it was white and showed every bug in Ga, Al, & Miss. BUT this GXP with V8 is a Blast. I can enjoy riding around and listening to these big 8 cylindars. With DOC and 4 valves/Cyl. this car will kick ass. The super charged 6 on my 01 was quick, but this is 1.5 seconds faster. I am burning mid grade gas, and not getting the same mileage HWY or City, but the wasy it drives and sounds, it is worth it. do yourself a favor, test drive one.

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  Been Everything I Wanted...Almost - 2005 Pontiac Bonneville
  By nickf1995 - December 25 - 12:42 pm

  This is the car that I wanted since 7th grade, and finally this past May I had the opportunity to purchase one! I absolutely love the styling, particularly on the exterior. The pearl white shimmers in the sun and is gorgeous to look at. The tan interior is great as well, although I have been a bit disappointed with some of the material qualities, particularly on the ceiling panel and dashboard. I bought the car with 63,000 miles and have put on another 3,000 to date. Other than a couple of major repairs up front (engine mount and instrument panel) this car has been practically problem free. I love the power and handling and plan on keeping it for a very long time!