Segment: Medium
Production years: 2008, 2009, 2010
Pontiac introduced an upgraded version of the G6 Sedan in 2008, desperately trying to get more sales and avoid bankruptcy due to the world financial crisis.
During the world financial crisis that started in 2007, carmakers had to scale down their business. They had to choose if they would keep their products on the market or launch new models. The G6 was not too old to replace but needed a facelift. So GM took the daring decision to invest in this sedan and offered it with new features and engines. But it was all in vain. By 2010 the brand was doomed.
Based on the same platform co-developed with Fiat, the G6 sedan sported an all-American styling, with the signature Pontiac dual port honeycomb grille surrounded by a chromed trim. In addition, the same grill pattern was used for the lower air intakes. The headlights received clear blinkers and parking lights fitted with amber lights. Depending on the engine option, there were single or dual exhausts at the back.
The interior, on the other hand, received several upgrades. The lumbar and torso airbag, which was introduced in 2006 for the G6, became a standard feature across the range. A striking difference was on the center stack that hosted a new HVAC control system and a new stereo with an AUX-in port. Additional changes were performed on the trims, which got a satin-metallic finish.
Under the hood, the G6 received the fuel-efficient 2.4-liter inline-four engine paired with a six-speed auto. In addition, a more powerful version of the 3.5-liter V6 was available.
ENGINE SPECS - 2.4L 4AT (164 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 2384 cm3 |
Power: | 122.3 KW @ 6400 RPM 166 HP @ 6400 RPM 164 BHP @ 6400 RPM |
Torque: | 156 lb-ft @ 5000 RPM 212 Nm @ 5000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 16.9 gallons (64.0 L) |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 225/50 R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 189 in (4801 mm) |
Width: | 70.6 in (1793 mm) |
Height: | 57 in (1448 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.6/60 in (1,514/1,524 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 112.3 in (2852 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.5 in (165 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 14 cuFT (396 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.3 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3305 lbs (1499 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4519 lbs (2050 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 22 mpg US (10.7 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 33 mpg US (7.1 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 26 mpg US (9 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 3.5L V6 4AT (219 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 3510 cm3 |
Power: | 163.3 KW @ 6400 RPM 222 HP @ 6400 RPM 219 BHP @ 6400 RPM |
Torque: | 220 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM 298 Nm @ 4000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 16.9 gallons (64.0 L) |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 225/50 R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 189 in (4801 mm) |
Width: | 70.6 in (1793 mm) |
Height: | 57 in (1448 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.6/60 in (1,514/1,524 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 112.3 in (2852 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.5 in (165 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 14 cuFT (396 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.3 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3457 lbs (1568 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4652 lbs (2110 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 18 mpg US (13.1 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 29 mpg US (8.1 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 22 mpg US (10.7 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 3.6L V6 GXP 6AT (252 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 3564 cm3 |
Power: | 187.9 KW @ 6300 RPM 255 HP @ 6300 RPM 252 BHP @ 6300 RPM |
Torque: | 252 lb-ft @ 3200 RPM 342 Nm @ 3200 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 16.9 gallons (64.0 L) |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 225/50 R18 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 189 in (4801 mm) |
Width: | 70.6 in (1793 mm) |
Height: | 57 in (1448 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.6/60 in (1,514/1,524 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 112.3 in (2852 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.5 in (165 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 14 cuFT (396 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.3 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3545 lbs (1608 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4740 lbs (2150 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 17 mpg US (13.8 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 26 mpg US (9 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 20 mpg US (11.8 L/100Km) |