Pontiac G5 first generation

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
| Specification | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| 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 version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007–2010SIL | 2.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 25–30 MPG (7.8–9.4 L/100 km) EPA | 184–221 g/km |
| 2007–2010CLKUP | 2.2 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 24–27 MPG (8.7–9.8 L/100 km) EPA | 205–230 g/km |
| 2007–2008 | 2.4 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 25–26 MPG (9.0–9.4 L/100 km) EPA | 212–221 g/km |
| 2007–2008CLKUP | 2.4 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 24–25 MPG (9.4–9.8 L/100 km) EPA | 221–230 g/km |
Canada 4 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007–2010Subcompact | 2.2 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 8.7–9.6 L/100 km 5-cycle | 200–221 g/km |
| 2007–2010Subcompact | 2.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 8.0–9.0 L/100 km 5-cycle | 184–207 g/km |
| 2007–2008Subcompact | 2.4 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 9.4–9.5 L/100 km 5-cycle | 216–219 g/km |
| 2007–2008Subcompact | 2.4 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 9.2–9.3 L/100 km 5-cycle | 212–214 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.





