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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Get it while you can - 2009 Pontiac G8
By SV - November 7 - 8:40 amWith Pontiac going the way of Oldsmobile, I cant imagine too many people are willing to buy one of these anymore-to which all I can say is that is just too bad and pathetic mismanagement on GMs part. This car is the best deal out there in my opinion and after 9 months and 7,000 miles I can say I really love this car. This is a roomy, fast car that can quickly and comfortably eat up hundreds of miles at a stretch. The seats are extremely comfortable and the ergonomics just fine. Its not quite a luxury sedan but its got all the essentials done well; nothing comes close to the roominess and performance for the real-world cost of this car. Biggest glitch: came with defective rotors.
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Teriffic value - 2009 Pontiac G8
By Larry - November 3 - 7:03 amUpdate from 9-28:purchased (oem)19in rim & tire, fits perfectly into the spare tire well.R/R air pressure sensor failed, quickly replaced by Pontiac. Mixed very easy driving yielding about 21/22. We dont drive very much these days, so gas mileage not a problem. Fretted about buying an 8 cyl, did not need nor want the extra horses, it just drove better than the 6 cyl. Quieter & many options were standard. Apparently no insurance penalty for the 8 cyl. Love the overall quietness & comfort of this car. Rumor has it GM is ready to do away with Pontiac. Would not have purchased it had I known. If this happens I guess the 5 year 100k warranty will be worthless. Too bad, love the car.
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4 door family vette - 2009 Pontiac G8
By BobK - October 17 - 1:40 pmI had a Monte Carlo SS which was a great car but I really wanted a V8 sport sedan with rear wheel drive 4 doors and a generous trunk. When the G8- GT came out I waited until the 2009 model and purchased a GT with the sport package and the premium package. This car is everything that I wanted. Great looks. outstanding power, superb handling, exceptional braking, comfortable interior with plenty of room for everybody. I have the color Pacific Slate, which brings many compliments. This car is the best bang for the buck when you compare apples to apples. I am a strong supporter of GM and their products. My wife loves the on star system and the xm radio.
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For folks tired of European car prices! - 2009 Pontiac G8
By Todd - August 27 - 9:16 pmThis car is the perfect replacement for people, like me, who are tired of the ever increasing price of Audis, BMWs, Volvos etc.. No price gouging on the options packages either. There are only three options, and they are all very reasonably priced. Just try to get a Sports Package on a European car for under $600! The car is an incredible value. Fast, great handling, great build quality, great looking. Also very quiet and comfortable. Ive had M3s, 3 Series, 5 Series, SAABs and my last car was a Volvo S60R. This car shames them all, and at this price its a knock out in the first round!
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GTO + G6 = G8 GT - 2009 Pontiac G8
By Jay - July 30 - 3:30 amI have never had so much fun driving a car ever in my life. I drive like an old man in my G8 GT. Reason being if you hit the accelerator, she will fly!! But when you cruise, the G8 is quiet and smooth. The bucket seats will sink you in for a very comfortable ride. I love the armrest leveled with the controls in the middle for a different feel. Also I love the twitch that shakes from 6.0 V8 time to time from the as you sit in idle at a light. I never felt so good driving an automobile in my life. I have my Corvette for the fraction of the price!! GM has finally answered our prayers for a muscle car!!
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Pontiact: Say it aint so! - 2009 Pontiac G8
By jjg - May 12 - 1:46 amThis car snaps. Its tight and comfortable. One does not know what it has to offer until one drives it. It is fun and fast, and unassuming: No one knows what it it until it roars in speed if not sound! The premium sports model keeps one interested; and OH! How I love the DIC, in all its guises. Please transfer this gem to chev It is different enough from the crouched, sporty Camero to deserve a life of its own. If it goes to Buick, expect it to be 4or 5K more expensive. Perhaps, it needs its own,new brand! Dont let this baby archive. GM would be absolutely insane.
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This car almost killed my wife twice - 2009 Pontiac G8
By mannheimer6 - April 15 - 1:53 amTwice now, unexplained and unfixable shut downs from 70 to 0 MPH in the middle of I-75 and I-4 respectively. We were told loose connector at B+ bulkhead terminal for fatal flaw excuse number 1. Now it is an overheating fuel pump module for fatal flaw excuse number 2. Letters to CEO GM sent. Car is now 2.5 hours away after Onstar recovered it. No matter what I am told about this car, we shall never trust it again, nor drive it again, and as far as we are concerned it can rot where it is, or I can park it right through the windows of a GM dealership and walk away. We are done with GM. Forever. DO NOT BUY HERE.
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2009 Pontiac G8 4dr Sedan ( 3.6 6cyl ) - 2009 Pontiac G8
By Chris - April 9 - 8:40 amTwo Thumbs up!! Have owned several luxury cars before. ( BMW 300 series as well as a Lexus ) The Pontiac G8 Rules! One of the quietest cars that I have ever been. G8 also in the V6 has some " Get up and go" power! I have gotten so many compliments on this car.
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Great Car, Great Deal - 2009 Pontiac G8
By Overjoyed - April 4 - 5:36 amI had been waiting for this to happen for some time. And it was worth it. I looked long and hard at the competition - Malibu, Accord, Altima, Camry, Sonata, Lucerne, etc. but this was the winner. I didnt buy it for the rear wheel drive, but for the size and style. It is very sporty looking, agressive even. The interior is clean, uncluttered, and straightforward. The switch gear location, designed to make the switch from right hand drive in Australia, to left hand drive in the US takes some getting used to, but it isnt too big a deal. I am extremely happy so far, and so glad to be ride of my 2002 Camry. This is a much more exciting car.
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Love driving again - 2009 Pontiac G8
By Pontiac Fan - April 3 - 11:16 amBelieve the hype. This is a powerful and fun car to drive with comfort too. Thanks GM for bringing it to the states.
