Overview & Reviews
The 2009 Pontiac G8 receives standard XM Satellite Radio across the board, and the high-performance G8 GXP makes its debut, featuring a detuned version of the Corvette's V8 along with a sportier suspension and an optional manual transmission. Also, the dorky Atari-style oil/battery gauges atop the center stack have been removed.
- Sharp handling, firm but compliant ride, muscle-car power with either V8, spacious rear seat, sets a new Pontiac standard for interior design and quality.
User Reviews:
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So far, so good - 2009 Pontiac G8
By dmblystone14 - September 16 - 1:32 amI just bought my G8 GT 4 months ago, though Ive been looking for one for over a year and a half. I originally wanted one when they were new but they were a little too expensive so I went with a used Grand Prix GXP (big mistake). So far I love this car. I get "nice car" comments weekly, even by my local GM/ex-Pontiac dealer who apparently doesnt get to service too many of these. If you are looking for performance and value you really cant beat this. For a new car with this performance youd easily spend $35k.
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Really? - 2009 Pontiac G8
By Spare Me - September 4 - 10:00 amAbsolutely LOVE this car. It is big, fast, comfortable, solid, safe, fast, and fast. I went with White Hot with the red/onyx leather package. I cant decide if I like the inside or the outside more. We have our first baby on the way and I wanted a big 4 door sedan. Test drove a new Maxima and 300 C. Both nice cars, but the Maxi is front-wheel drive, and the 300 looks like a rental. The G8 outperforms and is unique...especially since Pontiac is history. Like so many other reviewers have said, get one while you still can. The back seat is comfy and roomy enough for adults. I cant wait to take this car a a nice long road trip.
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GRRREATT G8 - 2009 Pontiac G8
By D. Cooper - August 30 - 12:40 amI Love My G8. I was waiting for the Camaro to come out but came across the G8 and fell in love. It looks means and corners great. Everybody asks me what it is or if its a BMW or Mercedes. I love the look of the interior especially the radio. We were driving a 2500 diesel so we chose the V6. But now I want the V8. So who knows I might be upgrading. Mines Black on Black.
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Lets go somewhere - 2009 Pontiac G8
By Dan - August 23 - 10:30 pmHad an03 BMW 325i that I drove to 100K miles, then an 08 Accord V6 that I hated from day 2...their cylinder deactivation was very noticeable, and now have 2K miles on 09 G8 GT. Have the same feeling for the G8 that I had for the BMW...lets go somewhere! Dont think I will ever get tired of that sweet engine rumble. Lived in Australia for a few years as a teen and admired the Holdens back then so great to have one stateside now. Im in sales and live in my car. Very impressed with interior ergonomics, sound system, seat comfort, and low interior noise level on the highway. Way to go gm. Wasnt sure I would ever buy another one. Now if this car just got the hwy mileage of a vette.
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Awesome! - 2009 Pontiac G8
By Tom - August 15 - 10:40 amI love this car! I read all the great reviews on this web site before buying (Sport Red Metallic GT, V8) and the car has more than lived up to the rave reviews. The power is fantastic. Gas mileage is very good for a car with this power (averaging 19 to 20 mpg mixed highway/city). Over 25 mpg on highway when I can control my right foot. Acceleration off the line is amazing! I test drove the V6 and V8. Get the V8! It does not cost that much more and the gas mileage is almost the same. The extra power makes it that much more fun.
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6 is enough - 2009 Pontiac G8
By Tim K - August 13 - 11:20 amSolid automobile,,,,competes with a buddys 3 Series BMW, but thousands less....alot of people ask me about the car.....hugs corners, road and body.......big trunk for golf, etc....V6 delivers everything I need.....get 23 combined city-highway
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The Best Yet - 2009 Pontiac G8
By Headhound - July 31 - 1:16 pmI evaluated the V8 versions of Audi A6, BMW550, Hyundai Genesis, Lexus GS460, Nissan, and Cadillac before I bought. G8 drove better, handled better, and accelerated better than the others. Traded in my BMW540 and am very happy with my choice. Superb acceleration, superior handling, great braking, over 21 MPG on regular gas, comfortable seating, and roomy trunk for half the price of the competition. Only car I have ever had where I did not wish I had more power.
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The new GM standard of quality and feel. - 2009 Pontiac G8
By Ronny I - July 25 - 11:56 pmThe Pontiac G8 GT is the most fun blend of comfort, performance and style I have ever found in a car in this price class. It is my 1st brand new car of the lot, that is how highly I think of this car I risked to buy it new. It has tremendously good comfort, outstanding acceleration and low interior noise. Ive put 4k miles on it in a month, and Im extremely pleased with this vehicle, it has the best design and layout of the available space in the chassis. Comfortable dash and seats with superhigh quality feel, that was very lacking in previous years. Ive had two Pontiac Grand Prixs before this, they served me well. But this is the NEW standard we see from GM. THANK YOU MR. LUTZ for the G8.
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Get out of my way - 2009 Pontiac G8
By thebigb - July 25 - 5:43 amOh my goodness, what a fast car! Last car I owned which even came close to the speed in this car was a 1986 Corvette. This car is truly a 4 door Corvette. Looked at a CTS with DI, but this baby was the one. No contest. I have no problem with GM folding Pontiac, it only made my GXP worth more down the line. This car should have been on sale 4 years ago and GM would not be in the trouble they are today.
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Great Car - 2009 Pontiac G8
By Race Horse Drive - July 17 - 6:53 amI have driven the 2009 G8 GT for a week now. It is a great handling car with unbelievable power.The gas mileage seems reasonable considering the horsepower. I have not had a car that I have enjoyed driving this much since I owned a late sixties GTO. Pontiac really got this one right.
