Pontiac G5 first generation

Pontiac G5 first generation
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The Pontiac G5 first generation (2007–2010): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 8 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: Delta

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length–4,580–4,585 mm
Width–1,725 mm
Height–1,410–1,450 mm
Wheelbase–2,624 mm
Weights and towing
Kerb weight–1,216–1,246 kg
Seats and space
Luggage space (EPA)396 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)2,350–2,435 L EPA–

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia, US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

381 complaints for model years 2007–2010. 40 crashes · 4 fires · 36 injuries · 6 deaths

  • Fuel system 126
  • Steering 95
  • Electrical system 72
  • Airbags 66

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 8 versions of the Pontiac G5 first generation

United States 4 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2007–2010SIL2.2 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive25–30 MPG (7.8–9.4 L/100 km) EPA184–221 g/km
2007–2010CLKUP2.2 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive24–27 MPG (8.7–9.8 L/100 km) EPA205–230 g/km
2007–20082.4 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive25–26 MPG (9.0–9.4 L/100 km) EPA212–221 g/km
2007–2008CLKUP2.4 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive24–25 MPG (9.4–9.8 L/100 km) EPA221–230 g/km

Canada 4 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2007–2010Subcompact2.2 LPetrol4-speed automatic8.7–9.6 L/100 km 5-cycle200–221 g/km
2007–2010Subcompact2.2 LPetrol5-speed manual8.0–9.0 L/100 km 5-cycle184–207 g/km
2007–2008Subcompact2.4 LPetrol4-speed automatic9.4–9.5 L/100 km 5-cycle216–219 g/km
2007–2008Subcompact2.4 LPetrol5-speed manual9.2–9.3 L/100 km 5-cycle212–214 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.