Overview & Reviews

The 2009 Pontiac G5 GT drops last year's 2.4-liter engine, opting for the base model's 2.2-liter inline-4 that receives a slight increase in power and fuel economy. Bluetooth and iPod connectivity are also available for the first time.

• Favorable fuel economy, smooth and quiet ride.

• Lacks the interior fit and finish of its competitors, cramped rear seating, limited storage space, lethargic handling.

User Reviews:

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  DONT buy a Pontiac G5 or Chev. Cobalt - 2009 Pontiac G5
  By rogerandsally - October 13 - 4:03 pm

  Do not buy a Pontiac G5 or Chev. Cobalt. If you could buy one for half the MSRP maybe otherwise look else where. Seats very uncomfortable. Gas mileage not that good for a small 4 cyl. Mine did not even come with a spare tire or jack. It is not only plastic, but cheap plastic. And I am sure resale will be horrible. Do not learn the hard way like I have. I LOVE AMERICA, but not their small cars.

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  Dependable Good Gas Mileage - 2009 Pontiac G5
  By shark0311 - October 2 - 4:51 am

  I bought the bright red Pontiac G5 GT coupe with automatic transmission new. I purchased it with every available option, (IE: leather, sun roof, Pioneer XM stereo, heated seats, remote start, 17 inch tires). I drive a lot of highway miles to work and I wanted a car that got good highway gas mileage and looked sporty. I now have 135,000 miles. Original tires lasted to 98,000. Replaced rear brakes at 120,000. I havent had to replace the front brakes yet. I change oil every 4,000 miles and have most routine maintenance performed. This car has met all my expectations.

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  G5 GT - Great Car - 2009 Pontiac G5
  By razer - February 23 - 5:43 am

  Just purchased the GT 2009, its a fun car to drive, lots of leg room in front, and if there isn’t enough leg room in the back for other people, then they can take the bus, or consider themselves lucky to get a free ride. I used to drive the Saturn 2006 Ion Red Line with 205 Hp, the GT only has 155 Hp, there is a difference in power but I noticed a bigger difference in gas prices when I fell up at the pumps. In the standard 5 speed model, in 5th gear, the engine revs very low which helps in reduced engine noise. For the appearance inside, I like it, everything is in front of you, seats are firm, armrest with storage.

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  Dead Battery AGAIN!!! - 2009 Pontiac G5
  By PoorService - December 27 - 5:10 am

  Its an otherwise GREAT car but have had a dead battery 2-times!!! Serviced at Steinle GM in Fremont, OH but they cant fix it either because they dont care or dont know how. It has run down protection so the battery should never go dead. They just say "theres nothing we can do".

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  Great commuter, lots of fun - 2009 Pontiac G5
  By T19 - December 6 - 1:13 am

  Love the yellow, Im 6ft 1, 280 lbs and this car fits great. its fun to drive, not what I expected a commuter to be. Controls easy to use, radio good, ride good, road noise very low, build quality good. dont like the light material on the seats and doors, should have bought darker. just hope I can keep my lic. My Son wants this car, wants to dump his old civic.. so why do the car critics trash this car?? I would buy another one.

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  Nice car for the price - 2009 Pontiac G5
  By kc hillman - July 26 - 8:03 pm

  Needed a new vehicle to use primarily to run around town that would be economical. Noticed the G5 on Pontiac web site. Sticker on vehicle we purchased was over $22500, but GM knocked off $2500 from the start, plus another $2500. off with incentives. The vehicle is a silver GT model which is well loaded (XM radio, remote start, sunroof, automatic, etc.) It rides nice, handles well on 17" rims and is comfortable. It is small interior wise, but we knew that going in. It seems well-built and the whole family is well pleased with it. It may not have a "pure-bred" pedigree since its basically a Cobalt, but it is much nicer than wed anticipated! We are glad we gave it a look.

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  Last of the Pontiacs: G5 - 2009 Pontiac G5
  By thebarkingspider - October 8 - 11:13 am

  This car has been 100% reliable and, for a small economy car, its fun to drive. Had the dealer correct a minor manufacturing defect with the antenna, and otherwise its been perfect. Steering is solid and precise. Acceleration is good, but wont blow your sox off. Visibility is fair -- the faux spoiler partially blocks the view aft, and side mirrors are a bit small. At 65", I cant rave about space, but it is adequate, and better than most cars of this size (and many larger cars as well). Plenty of storage, with folding rear seats to expand trunk space. Noise level very good as small cars go.

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  Still love this car! - 2009 Pontiac G5
  By Sumer R. - September 24 - 5:15 pm

  In 2014, I purchased this car used from a reputable dealer in my area. Truth be told, Ive always owned a foreign vehicle, but I was working with a limited budget, and understood I couldnt be picky. The dealer showed me this car, and I wasnt totally impressed initially, but after a test drive, I had a change of mind. This car gets it done. Ive had it for about 18 months now, and as a commuter, who drives about 30,000 miles a year, my little silver bullet has proven solid through an extreme winter in Ohio, never given me any engine trouble, and is pretty comfy for a base model. I keep the oil changed, and I do regular maintenance as the manufacturer suggests. 6/17 update: Finally something went bad on this little car. In April, I learned the transmission was in need of replacement. I had it replaced for $1992, as a point of reference for anyone looking for costs. Still running. I now have 166,000 on this car.

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  Bought a bargain - 2009 Pontiac G5
  By Mean Marcus - July 22 - 10:03 pm

  I would not have bought this tiny car, except for the $4,500 federal rebate. The gas mileage is incredible. The speed sensitive electrical power steering is just ok. Cornering is ok. I think it should have better front brakes, given the weight ratio. Attn. Gm: this is a coupe. Do you understand? am I getting through? its a coupe; a coupe. Make it comfortable for two people. Jump seats would be fine in back. And the parking brake nestled under the armrest is just plain stupid.