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How reliable is a Pontiac G8 GT?
Is the Pontiac G8 Reliable? The Pontiac G8 has received high reliability ratings on a number of review sites because of its proven performance. It scored an impressive 4.7 out of 5.0 stars with owners on Cars.com. The most positive reviews came from owners who have had their G8s for over a decade.
Are 2009 Pontiac G8 good cars?
As a bargain sports sedan, the Pontiac G8 is a success. Based on General Motors’ Holden Commodore from Australia, the G8 handles and rides as well as the best cars in its class. Interior quality is good, but not luxurious, and some controls are peculiar.
Is the G8 GT a muscle car?
The 2008-2009 Pontiac G8 GT and GXP was the brand’s first muscle car sedan in over 20 years. The G8 GXP was also the most powerful muscle car Pontiac ever built, and it couldn’t have come along at a better time.
How much horsepower does a 2009 Pontiac G8 GT have?
355 hp2009 Pontiac G8 GT / Horsepower
Acceleration and Power The G8 Sedan features a 3.6-liter V6 engine that generates 256-horsepower at 6,300 rpm and 248 pound-feet of torque at 2,100 rpm. However, the more powerful GT comes equipped with a 6.0-liter V8 engine that produces 355-horsepower at 5,300 rpm and 385 pound-feet of torque at 4,400 rpm.
How fast can a G8 GT go?
our supercharged car runs to 192mph with a long road:driving: So 200mph is on the card with a few body changes…..
What is the top speed of a 2009 Pontiac G8 GT?
Although we did not have access to high-speed testing, Pontiac told us that the G8 GXP is capable of 155 mph, and its speed is electronically limited so as to not to exceed the speed rating of the factory tires.
Is the G8 GT a good car?
I’ve owned my G8 GT for 4 years now and it’s been everything a car guy could want, it’s very fast, reliable, and easy to maintain. It’s Corvette derived high performance power-plant with the 6 speed transmission is a match made in heaven! 0-60 in 5.3 sec.
Are there any recalls on 2008 Pontiac G8?
Summary: GM IS RECALLING 35,038 MY 2008-2009 PONTIAC G8 VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, “LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT” AND FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLES SAFETY STANDARD NO. 138, “TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEMS”.
Is there a recall on the GM Pontiacs?
THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE JUNE 5, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GM PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668.