Overview & Reviews

The 2005 Pontiac GTO receives a new engine -- the 6.0-liter LS2 V8. The new V8 produces 400 horsepower, up from 350, and 395 lb-ft of torque, up from 365. More rumble comes from a new split dual-exhaust system, and new exterior options include two new colors and an available hood scoop.

• Powerful V8, rear-wheel drive, tight build quality, loaded with standard features.

• Forgettable styling, handling should be a bit sharper, no sunroof or navigation system available.

User Reviews:

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  F-Body convert - 2005 Pontiac GTO
  By danno-SS - March 24 - 4:20 pm

  Traded in a 2002 A4 SS Camaro (SLP 335HP) for a 2005 M6 GTO, comparison follows: Engine: GTO. LS2 has noticeable better low-end torque than an LS1, . The LS2s electronic throttle body is responsive to even the slightest of inputs, ultra-smooth power delivery. Exhaust: GTO. True Duals give the GTO a deeper, more menacing tone than the optional SLP cat-back. Suspension: Tie. Much higher ride height and softer suspension in the GTO. The goat has great turn-in feel but not quite the same grip as the SS. The GTOs IRS does well in keeping the rear from skipping during maneuvers in broken pavement. Interior: GTO. No contest.

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  05 GTO Feedback - 2005 Pontiac GTO
  By 05worldclass - March 6 - 8:40 am

  Previous Car to This was a BMW 740 I SPORT.An Excellent Car with Great Driving Manners. What a surprise the Quality/Fit Finish and Performance that the GTO offers.The Handling is Just as Good as the BMW and Includes a Nice Ride as well. Also had a Mint 2000 Mustang GT 4.6/5 Speed (NO COMPARISON). This Car is an Awesome Value and The Aussies Totally Have Their S-T Together compared to GM Quality Over HERE. Try One. You Will love it!

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  The BEST car Ive ever driven - 2005 Pontiac GTO
  By Michelle Alava - March 2 - 9:33 am

  Ive ALWAYS wanted a Corvette, but could not swallow the price tag... Now I have my Corvette engine, but half the price... Same leather,stereo system, performance as the vette,and to my mind a FANTASTIC looking car. LOVE this car... will probally stay with the GTOs for quite a long time.

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  Excellent Performance Coupe! - 2005 Pontiac GTO
  By Phantom Black Goat - February 18 - 7:53 pm

  Excellent Performance Coupe! I had a Trans Am before I got my GTO. The GTO is superior in every way. Performance is top notch, handling is great, ride quality is excellent. Interior trim and design is probably the best GM has ever done. Downsides are very minor, one does not expect fuel economy from a car of this type, however my fuel economy has not been as bad as I had feared. I get around 19 to 21 in a mix of city/highway. That is good for a car with a large V8 and 400 bhp. My personal experience has been wonderful with my GTO and I would recommend it to anyone who is looking into a high-performance coupe.

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  Fantastic - 2005 Pontiac GTO
  By Mike - February 15 - 9:46 am

  Bought this used 05 with appx. 17,000 miles on it, great value for the package. Almost too fast! Have enjoyed every minute. I drive a company vehicle to work, and I can wait to get home to get back to this beast. May not be the best representation of the old goats, but that doesnt mean that it is not a superb muscle car.

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  Best Car I have owned - 2005 Pontiac GTO
  By Ken - February 3 - 5:13 pm

  If youre looking for a car that is fun to drive and youre not concerned about gas mileage, then youre looking at the best car out there. Youre looking at a 400hp ls2 that comes with the Corvette in half the price. I love it and with only a limited amount built, grab them while you can!

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  2005 GTO - 2005 Pontiac GTO
  By Roger - January 18 - 5:20 pm

  The most enjoyable car Ive ever owned. I had muscle cars in the 60s but this is a far stronger machine with the LS2 and 6 speed. I like the fact that the new GTO is rare - not many around (GM probably doesnt think this is a positive). All that and reasonable gas mileage to boot.

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  I love my goat - 2005 Pontiac GTO
  By Ron - October 24 - 2:30 pm

  I was in the market for a G35 initially, but the performance, style & relative rarity of the GTO was a combination that was hard to beat. I have the red on red M6 with chopped mufflers. I cant tell you how many compliments on the car I have gotten. Shes great on long trips as well.

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  Better than a Mustang - 2005 Pontiac GTO
  By GTOawaywego - June 25 - 7:36 pm

  This is the best Pontiac has ever made, it is so fun to drive and yet so comfortable to be in.

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  Fun in 2k5 - 2005 Pontiac GTO
  By Dave - June 3 - 11:30 am

  The 2005 GTO has finally started to take note of the people hollering about appearance items. I really like the scoops and the split tail pipes. A lot of what they did to the 2005 was available on the 2004 model but as dealer installed options making the cost go up greatly. This year they added these as standard. There are still some dealer available options that really dress up the car, these should be looked into for the fun loving GTO freak in all of us.