Overview & Reviews
Option packages have been shuffled a bit, as have the wheel choices. New radio units include a CD/MP3 player and a DVD-based navigation system with six-disc CD changer. Remote vehicle start is now available in all models. Late in the model year a 303-horsepower V8-powered GXP joins the lineup.
- Strong V8 and supercharged V6, nimble handling, attractive gauges, easy-to-use controls, big trunk, fold-flat front-passenger seat.
- Build and materials quality still needs some work, tight backseat, noisy engine, not enough storage or cupholders.
User Reviews:
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A Great Steal - 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix
By clarkb2999 - May 3 - 7:03 amAfter rebates, paid just under $14K. For that amount, it is a great car. It is responsive and engergetic in everyday driving, quick when pushed. Individual Map lights are absent on the Base model, which most base Korean cars have. Base stereo is weak. Still a bit too much hard plastic on the dashboard, though the layout/ergonomics are FAR improved from the previous generation. A generally great car, and even without the insane deal, I would happily drive it over the boring 4 cylinder versions of the Camry, Accord, Altima, or Mazda 6.
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Foxy Sweet - 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix
By Frank - April 27 - 5:36 amThis car is a beautiful car, however some rider may not find it statisfying to them, there are cars are lemons, and dealer has no fault of it. Like any other cars always here and there you will notice a few issues, but on whole this car is reponsive, ecellent riding manner, excellent accerlation, and the look and the power. GM should tight this car alittle bit ad some luxury features inside and that is it, why this car manufatures cheep like that, if they cant improve this car esprcailly becuase it is #1 selling car for them, then I do ot blame the foreign import to beat the heck on GM.
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Impressive American Sedan - 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix
By GP fan - April 24 - 12:13 amIve put 11k Miles on this vehicle and am pleased with its quality. Its straight line performance is great for a sedan. Its steering is a bit vague, but thats compared to my compact Mazda. My 4cyl Mazda only got 2mpgs better with half the horsepower. The dashboard is a bit bland in all black, so I recently bought a Sherwood dash kit to accent it. The only other gripe I have is the door handles. They are to small and slippery for such heavy doors. If you enjoy modifying your vehicle, there are several sellers of aftermarket parts for this car. Overall, I really enjoy driving this car. I get nice comments about its looks. I am really glad I bought American.
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05 Grand Prix GT - 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix
By JBS - April 16 - 4:43 pmI just took delivery of my new 05 GT and have had it now for about a week. I am very impressed with this vehicle. It is my 2nd Grand Prix and the car has gotten much better. The restyled interior is great. Everything is within easy reach of the drivers seat. The throttle response from the engine is right where it needs to be, and the engine has plenty of power in passing situations. The handling seems much imporved as well. The only negative so far is fuel economy in city driving. On the Highway its great but in day to day situations it can be improved.
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Outstanding car w/ great performance - 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix
By Doug Haskin - March 21 - 10:00 amI have had my 2004 GTP CompG for about 3 months now, and I really enjoy it. It has great performance from the supercharged 3800 series V-6 engine. IMHO this is one of the best engines ever built... GM uses it on almost all of its midsized cars, so it has been around for years and has many aftermarket performance parts available. The interior is all new, and it thanksfully is missing the plastic interiors of previous Pontiacs. The CompG package is a must as well, coming with manumatic TAPshift and Head Up Display. I would recommend this car to anyone in the market for a sedan with good power and styling.
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Love it - 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix
By Whammy - March 15 - 12:10 pmLove the ride and performance. Need more storage in the front and a little hard to see my blind spot when changing lanes, other than that its great. Very sporty, great handling and excellent pick up when I need it. The red illumination is great also.
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Nice looks and powerful engine but... - 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix
By Josh - March 11 - 6:00 pmThe looks of this car is what sold me. Beautifal car. I was looking at an 2002 Trans Am, but couldnt find one in good enough shape for the price. Bad things - at 40,000 intermediate steering shaft needed replaced, I guess this is standard as I have seen it many times in other reviews. Leaks from either the windsheild seal or from the antena are common. Water comes through the front dome light, luckily right into the cup holder. Brakes have become horrible, pads are at half wear and squeel noticeably loud, probably due to the drilled rotors. Significant rattle coming from the undercarriage, maybe exhaust? Only happens when in Drive, shift to neutral and the noise disappears.
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Love my GTP - 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix
By nolaCreoGirl - February 7 - 10:00 amGreat car and very fun to drive. I have the new supercharged engine and I tell ya its great for those pick up moments.Very reliable no problems with her yet.
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Nice Car - 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix
By Art Phippsa - January 23 - 11:43 amThe way this car handles,rides and preforms makes it a thrill to drive. The interior is very comfortable and just adds to the fun. This car can compete with any of the imports that Ive had over the last 10 years.
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Lots of fun - 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix
By vlee - December 4 - 10:00 amI purchased my GTP this month from my company. It has been my company car for four years and Ive now put 117,000 on the clock and still a sweet ride without any major issues.
