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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Awesome drive - 2009 Pontiac G8
By Brenda - March 18 - 3:33 amPontiac G-8 GT is my 3rd Ponitac, and by far the best. I had a 96 Grand Prix GT 2-door for 10 years, traded for a 06 Pontiac Solstice and traded for the 09 Pontiac G8. It is the best car Ive ever had, has everything you can possibly think of, design and interior is awsome at night. The best part is the performance, all I can say is wow.
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What a Pontiac - 2009 Pontiac G8
By jeff - March 6 - 1:03 pmAll i can say is this is the best car i ever owned. I cant understand why Pontiac didnt bring this car over sooner. I love the power of the v8 and the mpg are great for the engine size. This car to me handles better than the BMW 5 series. Pontiac needs to do a lot more advertising with this car. Its a 4 door vette. You cant go wrong with this one. It was sold before i even test drove it
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Awesome Ride - 2009 Pontiac G8
By Chris D - January 7 - 6:36 pmI bought this car to replace my aging Trans Am. I am completely overjoyed with this sporty sedan...perfect blend of speed and comfort. Everything about this car is outstanding, from appearance, to acceleration, to creature comforts, to gas mileage, and so on. The size of the car is just right for handling, while the space provided for the driver and adult passengers in more than sufficient. The trunk is huge! The best part (of course) is when my friends review the car and then stand in total amazement when I tell them the cost -- very reasonable for everything you get. I cant believe I dont see more of this caron the road...people dont know what theyre missing!
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If you can find one, buy it! - 2009 Pontiac G8
By Herk Loadmaster - December 1 - 6:50 pmI purchased this vehicle in December 2009 after my 2008 Lancer got totalled in an accident. I could only find about 10 in my area when I was looking. FANTASTIC car for the price! I cant believe how fast it is. I have the gas pedal on the floor at every on ramp I encounter. I had the dealer install 17 inch winter wheel and tire package before delivery because I live in the northern US. I have no problems getting around during the cold winter months. This a drivers car for sure.
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The American Dream from Australia - 2009 Pontiac G8
By i12cunekid - November 26 - 2:09 pmI simply love this car. 6 liters of V8 muscle with a 6 speed and rear wheel drive. Interior is nicely laid out with more room inside than anything else in or near its class. Fun to drive and gets lots of compliments. Sat radio, power everything, heated seats, DOD/AFM, factory 19" wheels, Leather seats, dual climate control,... Looks like a 5 series BMW on the outside and has more room on the inside. Yes the BMW has a nicer interior but its also twice the price. Ive had the car 3 years and love to drive it. If you can get your hands on one, get it while you can. Only imported for 2 years by Pontiac from GMs Australian partner Holden. Only thing Pontiac about it is the name badges. :)
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Pontiac G8 GT 6.0 - 2009 Pontiac G8
By Dave - November 16 - 9:40 amThis is my first Pontiac. What a performer this car is. Eats everything on the road, cant keep my foot out of it. I bet it does get great gas mileage but I wouldnt know that yet cause I cant keep my foot out of it. Beautiful to look at in the Stryker blue I bought it in. This car is a rush to drive, feels so tight but yet refine ride. Massive power on tap all the time, with the TC off and a light power brake easily smokes those sticky summer performance tires. I wish I was rich so I could buy another one to stash away for a collector. I know these cars will be worth 10 times there sales price someday, so if you have one take good care it. If you dont you had better hurry up and get one.
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Love it so far - 2009 Pontiac G8
By Doug - November 14 - 3:13 pmIve only owned the car for 2 weeks, but I love how it looks (except fake hood scoops), rides & drives. Lot of room, decent Blaupunkt stereo. Power & torque are addictive, but also getting 21 mpg on mostly highway driving. Rare vehicle, so you dont see yourself coming & going.
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Should have bought 2 of them! - 2009 Pontiac G8
By dvick - October 8 - 3:13 amPurchased my G8-GT before I knew Pontiac was going down the tubes. Did my research. This car has more interior room than a BMW 7 Series, four 6 ft+ people can go cross country, no problem. V8 got me 24.5 mpgs fully loaded going thru desert with a/c full blast! I will keep this car until it craters on me. People still stop me occasionally to compliment the car. After 18k miles, absolutely no squeaks, no rattles, a pet peeve of mine. Performance claims are correct- 0-60 in 5.3, 13.5 1/4 mile at 110 mph- AWESOME for a car thatll haul the family in complete comfort. IF you can find one, BUY IT, but plan on keeping it- but dont worry, you WILL, as it puts a BMW 550i to shame for half the price
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Ill never own a BMW again! - 2009 Pontiac G8
By Danevick - September 28 - 1:26 amConsidered the G8 among others including MB C350, BMW 550i. MB too small, 550i too pricey and rode way too rough. The G8 is my Goldilocks car, just right, and 1/2 the price of the Beemer! Cant get over the value for the dollar. Have owned MB, BMW, Lexus before, every time I mash the go pedal the status issue disappears! Mileage on the road was actually 24.5, in town about 16-17 mixed driving. Cant tell when cylinder deactivation happens, but big v8 vibrates at idle like my old Camaro, shouldnt happen today. Lots of room in back for 6+ footers, huge trunk, a great family car that will still open your sinuses from adrenaline when pushed. compliant but firm ride. Buy 1, You wont be sorry!
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I switched from a BMW 545i - 2009 Pontiac G8
By JSBMWMAN - September 20 - 4:13 pmJust purchased a Panther Metalic Black Onix/Red G8 GT. Did a lot of research and test driving prior to buying on 3- 30-09. I am 52 Yrs old and owned/driven nothing but Porsche,BMW, and Mercedes most of my adult life. I am a total Car Fanatic and love to drive. For the overall driver the BMW is by far the best, but it comes at a price. My most recent BMW was a 545i which I purchased new in 05. I started getting tired of the cost of owning these cars and drove the G8 GT two months ago, and was hooked. It is far from a BMW or Mercedes in terms of luxury and overall ride, but for the $ the G8 GT was good enough to convert me. It is a total buyers market, now is a great time to buy.
