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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  WOW WOW - 2009 Pontiac G8
  By JOE S. - December 18 - 10:40 am

  Had 07 300 SRT8, 05 CTS-V, The best car for the money hands down...sold both cars in search of the best of all worlds...AND I FOUND IT IN THE G8 GXP.....love this car....

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  Best GM Car in Years - 2009 Pontiac G8
  By Jerry - October 27 - 5:23 pm

  The G8 is an excellent vehicle overall. It drives and performs like a muscle car with the luxury of the best. I constantly get comments from people in parking lots and thumbs up from others on the highway. GM must keep this vehicle in the lineup even if it is rebadged. Great job GM!

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  Adapting quite well - 2009 Pontiac G8
  By Larry - September 27 - 8:33 am

  Still like this car alot.After 17 months of ownership nothing to complain about.I still feel the price was more than fair,& Purchased An oem 19" rim & tire at dealer cost(maybe)as a spare.Overall mileage has been 19 to 20 mpg mixed driving,on a 150 mile trip yesterday 23.5 mpg. Biggest problem is watching speed limits, I am old & try to obey the law. Overall I have very pleased with the comfort & performance & especially the reliability so far. Motortrend is saying gm is now inclined to bring the g8 back as a high line chevy limited production. Because of new cafe standards.

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  Thanks Pontiac - 2009 Pontiac G8
  By Kipper - September 4 - 1:56 pm

  I researched cars for 2 years and got the GT. Better price/performance value than Audi, VW, BMW, Merc, Acura, etc. hands down. What you get for the price is unbeatable. This rides solid and quiet, punch it and fly. Styling is awesome. Driving position is great, it drives like a small car. It isnt perfect but Ill take it. My dream car that I can actually afford. Im taking it to the track soon. City mileage 18. Highway mileage 27. Be careful with curbs.

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  Awesome! - 2009 Pontiac G8
  By stlembach - August 27 - 9:36 am

  Unbelevably awesome! The fit and finish of this car is so solid, you would think it was built in Germany. The motor pulls very hard on demand. Yet can be mild bopping around town. The engine management system is seamless. A drivers car!

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  What a great car! - 2009 Pontiac G8
  By MichiganJack - August 22 - 11:16 pm

  The G8 GTs performance is amazingly close to my Audi RS 6 (450 hp), which cost $85K in 2003. With a tune I suspect the Audis only remaining performance advantage would be traction thanks to AWD. If GM had been turning out products like the G8 GT all along, they wouldnt be begging before Congress.

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  Satisfied G8 owner - 2009 Pontiac G8
  By Ray - August 8 - 5:33 pm

  Sorry to see Pontiac fade away when they finally have a fleet of good and exciting vehicles to sell. I hope some of the legacy will be picked up and rebadged under Chevy or Buick. The G8 hit the sweet spot for me.

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  What a shame - 2009 Pontiac G8
  By vegassam66 - August 2 - 2:33 am

  Just bought my first American car in 25 years and I come to find that GM is killing it. No wonder they are bankrupt. GM listen to your customers not the bean counters. I have just bought mine three days ago and an in love with it. The performace for the dollar is second to none, and I dont mind driving in rush hour traffic.

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  Best dollar per pound USED high proformence vehicle - 2009 Pontiac G8
  By randallel - July 24 - 5:52 pm

  Pound for pound this is the best car for you the price. The V8 is powerful and responsive, tires get great grip, good handling the weight ratio is almost 50/50 which helps the suspension and handling but if you have the option the fe3 suspension on the GXP is better. The fact that you can buy one for under 20K and the car is competitive to hang with last model Camaros and Mustangs that are twice the price tag is the best reason to buy this car.

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  Stryker Blue Streak - 2009 Pontiac G8
  By Stryker Bluestreak - July 12 - 10:06 pm

  I just bought a 2009 G8 GT, Stryker blue. The color was chosen by my wife, I wanted Panther black but I am getting used to it! The car rides very well in comparison to my 2004 GTO. The ride is firm but not as harsh as the GTO. I have not really pushed the G8 yet but I expect great performance. Fit and finish are very good. My wife has received many compliments on the cars appearance. It has sleek and muscular lines. Difficult to combine but the G8 has them. I looked at the new CTS but the G8 offered a V8, Cadillac didnt, plus, at a lower price point ($10K). I looked at several imports, but I have bought American for over 25 years. Congratulations to GM for importing this fine car.