Overview & Reviews

The 2008 Pontiac G8 is an all-new full-size sport sedan. It boasts available V8 power, rear-wheel drive and dramatic styling.

• Commendable ride and handling balance, muscle-car mojo with the optional V8, the best Pontiac interior in recent memory.

User Reviews:

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  a four door mustang? - 2008 Pontiac G8
  By big bill - June 3 - 10:53 pm

  I traded in a 2008 mustang GT with about 6,000 miles on for the G8 GT. it has nearly the same acceleration (but not the same exhaust note), much more room, and a less tacky (but still not sophisticated) dashboard. I like this vehicle but there are a lot of things done wrong - see suggested improvements below.

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  Did i pay too much? - 2008 Pontiac G8
  By rich - February 2 - 9:40 am

  I bought a red g8gt last week. List with options was $31,345. I got it for $30,000 even. I was expecting more of a discount, this close to year end. So far my questions/gripes - weird noises when you put it in reverse, especially from the steering gear and rear suspension. No satellite radio available. Faux carbon fiber dash doesnt like Armour all. The seat controls are chintzy. The radio off button isnt on the knob. Interior is a bit dark and depressing. Acceleration and braking are terrific though. The paint is normal red, not metallic?

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  #607 of 888 - 2008 Pontiac G8
  By Sean - December 7 - 3:20 am

  I just picked up my G8 GT today. Its #607 of the original 888 made by Holden (actually has a Holden VIN #). Amazing car. Fun to drive, beautiful to look at it. Between the stares driving home, and the neighbors all coming around to tell me how amazing it looks, its certainly a winner. So far so good!

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  Poor mans bmw - 2008 Pontiac G8
  By aldinero - August 29 - 8:16 am

  Great car to drive. Ride and handling as good as it gets. Very comfortable seating. Steering is precise very good brakes. Radio only fair, controls somewhat confusing and seat back control knob hard to reach. Overall a competitive performance car.

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  Like Two Bats Out of Hell! - 2008 Pontiac G8
  By Richie - July 21 - 12:46 am

  I have followed this car since I heard about it being available in the US. Overall this car is the best bang for your buck if you want a sport sedan. I looked at a few imports and some other domestics but the G8 won hands down dollar wise. The engine is excellent. I live in NYC and the gas mileage is low in the city (10-12 mpg) and when the highways are packed I see the same results. But when the highways are clear I see 20+mpg easy. For daily driving the suspension is fine, seats are comfy, exhaust is quiet but open up the engine and it sounds sweet. I had this car for about 2 months and I still smile when I turn her on.

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  I love my G8, but hate Blaupunkt - 2008 Pontiac G8
  By L Wheeler - January 16 - 4:43 am

  For the money, my G8 smokes everything else in its class. It puts a smile on my face every time I put my foot in it. I test drove the Cadillac CTS, and really wanted to buy it, but couldnt justify the extra $10K.

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  Is this really a Pontiac ? - 2008 Pontiac G8
  By Andrew - January 21 - 7:10 am

  I still cant believe this is a Pontiac - I guess GM finally got it right. The quality is almost BMW, the performance is better than the 5 series, and the cost is amazing for a new V8. I got a "deal" via the GM employee pricing, but wouldve been nice if the dealer negotiated - they wouldnt budge a dollar, insisting that GM wont let them. Regardless, Im so far very happy w/ my purchase - I just cant get use to peoples reactions when they its a Pontiac! lol

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  Bad! - 2008 Pontiac G8
  By Twenty2inDubz - January 18 - 10:33 am

  I never thought that I would buy a Pontiac!! Considering only driving foreign automobiles. Paid $33K for the car and it feels like its worth more. Driving this beast is incredible .. fast, responsive BMW killer!! Thank you GM .... keep them coming. Number 037 of 888

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  424 of 888 - 2008 Pontiac G8
  By wesson smith - July 23 - 1:50 pm

  "Mean" look vehicle. I have never owned a vehicle which causes so many heads to turn as when I drive by. I even had a Pontiac dealer who had not yet received a G8 chase me down to look at my car. I have the Sedan, which is quicker than a lot of V8s. Some cheap features such as flimsy door handles and no XM is disappointing. Cheap stereo controls on the steering wheel. Flip open key looks cool, but seems flimsy and surely will not last. Hugh trunk and great back seat leg room.

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  1st Pontiac - 2008 Pontiac G8
  By gunter - September 1 - 8:30 am

  Traded an 04 Tahoe on the car and have been quite pleased to date. The v-6 has plenty of moxie with just the right amount of cool in the styling. The fuel mileage could be closer to 30+ I would think, being it has a 5 speed auto. The rest of the car is still so new to us that we are still figuring out items. At first blush the one thing that sticks out to me is the tilt wheel. Seems it could have been more akin the tilts in pick ups and suv type vehicle. Not much range of motion, especially when one is in egress mode. Getting in and out is a bit challenging. I was also a bit leery about buying a vehicle that had the (odd size) wheels. Heres hoping the tires wear well. Expensive.