2006 Pontiac GTO Research & Reviews

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.68/5 Average
140 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

There are no major changes in store for the 2006 Pontiac GTO.

Pros:
  • One of the best V8s ever made under the hood, comfortable enough to drive every day, interior design and quality worthy of the price tag.
Cons:
  • Soft suspension tuning more suited for a Grand Prix than a high-performance coupe, long shifter throws, small trunk, missing key amenities and safety features.

User Reviews:

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  • great car - 2006 Pontiac GTO
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    owned over a year now. had a few bugs to get worked out. r&r a/c conditioner twice, rf wheel hub asbly, paint on one of the rims was peeling,r&r steering wheel crome, door light asbly passenger door, all covered buy warranty. very pleased. i drive the car 2 or 3 times a week. mostly hwy. ave 24 mpg if i keep under 65, it realy likes 75 and 80 mph but then i only get about 18 mpg. i have had 97 trans am and a 00 trans am , just cant compare. the power is so much better in the gto. fit and finish, quality of metireals. it rides better and more room for passengers .

  • Goat - 2006 Pontiac GTO
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    Great performance; handling on par with european cars; acceleration fierce; excellent interior fit and finish

  • The greatest secret of all - 2006 Pontiac GTO
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    This car is fabulous. Everyone stops and stares as I drive by them. Great car for the money. Such a good value.

  • Comfort with a kick. - 2006 Pontiac GTO
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    I was shopping around most of May for Mazda RX-8s, BMW 3 series, Mustang GTs, Infiniti G35s, Nissan 350Zs and Subaru STis. I never gave the GTO a thought. I just wasnt interested. Thats until one day a salesperson convinced me to take a look and drive the GTO. I humored him and gave it a good look over and a drive and it just about changed my mind on the spot. Do a comparison, the GTO gives you everything these other cars have and more in some cases for the cheapest insurance and cost! Youll quickly grow on the bland exterior and start to see it as a clean, sharp design. Pics dont do justice. Go take an 06 out even if you arent interested, youll likely change your mind like I did.

  • 64 to 05 - 2006 Pontiac GTO
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    I have a 64 and bought the 05, Wow! What a great car! The power is fantastic and so easy to use. A great automobile and especially for the price. This can only get better and maybe GM will keep it around. There are so many things that can be offered to maintain the legend, cause the new one is truly worthy of the name.

  • Just Bought - 2006 Pontiac GTO
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    I have had my 2006 GTO for all of two days now. I took the day off work to just drive it around. I had a blast with it and plan on having many more days just like today. I recently sold a 1971 Oldsmobile 442 with a slightly built Olds 455. I restored the car and it was my baby. When I found myself in the market for a new car I needed one with power. I found out the Challenger if coming out with a 5.7L and was turned off by the thought of the price for the upgrade when it becomes available. I tested the Mustang GT and the GTO and immediately knew the GTO was the better of the two. Considering where the market is going, the exterior styling could be better, but I still love the looks.

  • Mod - 2006 Pontiac GTO
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    I have mainly great reviews for my GTO. I had strut issues at first with poor dealer support. I recently added the pedders x-treme pro suspension package, new clutch and twin 400 hp turbos. We are working out some bugs with the system but all I have to say at this point is I may need to add wings and a parachute. Its a BEAST.

  • Bringing the fun of driving back - 2006 Pontiac GTO
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    Living in one of the most traffic congested in the country, I have forgotten what its like to have fun while driving until I purchased my Goat. This car is a true sleeper. It doesnt look like a muscle car but surprise. I have raced a stock 06 Vette, Charger SRT8, and numerous Mustangs and none of them can get me off the line. All the power you ever wanted is one mash of the gas pedal away.

  • Comfort with "musclecar" power! - 2006 Pontiac GTO
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    Just bought mine a few weeks ago. The engine is awesome, with a smooth, broad power band that lets you just drive around everyone else without a fuss. If you really open it up then hang on, because the GTO is FAST. The seats are top rate, the interior is very nice with excellent fit and finish. To me the suspension is a good balance of performance and ride comfort. The exterior is a bit bland, the trunk is small and the back seats are hard to get into, but none of that matters to me. Good hwy gas mileage, but uses fuel at a phenomenal rate if you romp on it around town. The GTO makes a very comfortable daily driver thats a blast to drive if you are into raw power.

  • Best.... Car.... Ever. - 2006 Pontiac GTO
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    Wow, what a fun car to drive. Everything from the comfortable and roomy all leather interior to the LS2 engine and exhaust sound is fantastic. In terms of interior roominess, this puts the Mustang to shame (same with the engine and power). 400 HP for $30,000, just try to find more power for a better price, you wont be able to.

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