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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  verry fast - 2005 Pontiac GTO
  By e. m. - December 27 - 2:56 am

  no complaints except it could have a little better suspesion and a better stereo

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  Explosive GTO !!! - 2005 Pontiac GTO
  By GTO 05 - December 11 - 8:36 pm

  Since I purchased the car I look forward to driving the GTO on a daily basis. The vehicle has awsome torque on the take off, and pass ability. I have the six speed manual, the gears shift smooth and compact. Handling is above average holds very tight on curves, yet comfortable on long trips. Stability could be a little better.

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  You have to experience the GTO in Person! - 2005 Pontiac GTO
  By DurhDevilYellow05 - November 2 - 4:16 am

  DONT BELIEVE the reviews in the car rags, I went and looked one over "closely" and test drive it! YOU WILL be impressed! Im a former Porsche owner (Both 911 and 928S4 so you know Im spoiled!) and I am throughly impressed with my 2005 "Yellow Jacket" M6 GTO. Vehicle is very tight and drives great.

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  2005 gto - 2005 Pontiac GTO
  By damyankee007 - August 20 - 12:30 am

  its hard to beleive this power horse is a family car . it has great comfort (my wife is 5ft. 7 and she sat in the back she said she had lots of leg room and was quite comfortable as for my son well he feel asleep in the back, me i feel like im sitting in my living room ) , styling great for long trips and very fast.i own one with the 6 speed and i love driving it . as for price you cannot beat it . i did a comparison with the ford mustang and the dodge charger and the gto came out on top. even gas milage it was out did them both evn with 400hp under the hood . until you drive one youlsee and feel the differance.you just can not beat it.

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  2005 GTO - 2005 Pontiac GTO
  By PR - August 8 - 6:46 am

  When looking at new car options I didnt know much about the GTO. I had guessed it was something akin to a Grand Am with a big engine dropped in. Upon test driving it was immediately clear that my preconceptions were completely wrong. More like a BMW 330 with a huge engine... No squeaks or rattles to speak of, tight fitting door and gaps, and of course neck-snapping performance (yes its fast!). The first car Ive ever loved - and you wont know it unless you drive one.

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  Contented Old Man - 2005 Pontiac GTO
  By Heywood Wakefield - June 27 - 4:10 pm

  Ive had this 6-speed GTO for only about 600 miles. So far, it is just great. It handles well and accelerates well. The stick shift, while not totally sporty, is fine. Car feels solid. I bought this car because it is beautiful looking to me (it has a quietly strong appearance) and because I did want to get the most power for the money. It being 60% Australian and 90s-looking were not an issue for me. Yes, the trunk is small, the power seats are slow-moving, rear entry is difficult, and this is no mileage king. What the GTO is: a pleasure to drive, a great car for my 60th birthday, and something very special. This car puts a smile on my face. I love to drive again!

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  Blue GTO - 2005 Pontiac GTO
  By torridgto - June 27 - 11:49 am

  This car is a screamer, I put a k/n CAI, and a borla exhaust in my car. Now it sounds great, it sounded good when i first got it, and could lay down some rubber but now i could burn the tires right off if i wanted too (not like i couldnt when it was stock). last year i went on a trip to Colorado and the ride just never gets old its such a comfortable ride i Just love this car. Everybody should have one!!

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  gto - 2005 Pontiac GTO
  By john deleone - June 11 - 3:26 am

  I have had this car for one year. no problems at all,, hiway mileage is around 25 MPG and city about 17,it is fun to drive and draws attention everywhere I go

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  Love it , but needs better fuel economy - 2005 Pontiac GTO
  By Big Red - May 14 - 6:46 am

  The GTO has more power than Ill ever need, and with a partial sports appearence package this one beautiful auto. Im 99% in love with the GTO with the 1% being poor gas mileage. The EPA rates it at 17 city and 25 highway, but Ive been averaging 11 all-around. I have a 6 speed and have driving very moderately as I am still breaking the engine.

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  All Go-Bland Show - 2005 Pontiac GTO
  By OldSarge - May 13 - 1:50 am

  I bought my 2005 GTO in March 06 . It had sat on the dealers lot since the previous July. I got it for invoice plus $3500 cash back, plus $600 more than my trade in was worth. I had the intake, entire exhaust, sway bars, and shocks swapped out for high performance replacements, plus had the ECM modified to take out the 140mph governor. What a car!!! It will melt its rear tires!! Great seats, excellent forward view. Of course, very fast. I had previously owned a beefed up 69 Road Runner (during the early 70s), and a supercharged 94 Camaro Z28 (during the 90s). This car beats them both, hands down. Im glad it didnt sell well. The dummies dont know what they missed.