Pontiac

Pontiac G6

Pontiac G6
Photo: IFCAR / Wikimedia Commons · Public domain

The official data lists 46 versions of the Pontiac G6 (2005–2010), in the United States and Canada. Each market publishes its own figures, measured on its own test procedure.

At a glance

Years in the data
2005–2010
Markets
United States, Canada
Engines
2.4 L to 3.9 L
Fuels
Petrol, Flex fuel (E85)
Lowest consumption (United States)
9.0 L/100 km (EPA)
Lowest consumption (Canada)
9.1 L/100 km (5-cycle)

What kind of car was the Pontiac G6?

The Pontiac G6 was a mid-size car that replaced the Grand Am in Pontiac’s range. It came as a sedan, coupe and convertible, combining everyday passenger-car practicality with a choice of two-door body styles. Its single generation ran from 2005 to 2010.

Engines and power

The G6’s North American engine range spanned 2.4 L to 3.9 L, with petrol and E85 flex-fuel options. Engine availability varied by body style and version.

How economical was the Pontiac G6?

In the United States, the best combined EPA rating was 26 MPG, and the lowest listed consumption was 9 L/100 km for model years 2005 to 2010. Canadian figures for 2005 to 2009 show a lowest consumption of 9.1 L/100 km on the 5-cycle test. EPA and Canada’s 5-cycle procedures differ, so the results are not directly interchangeable. European figures use WLTP or NEDC procedures.

Where was the Pontiac G6 sold?

The G6 was offered in both the United States and Canada. Its sedan, coupe and convertible body styles made it one of Pontiac’s broadest mid-size passenger-car offerings.

Questions and answers

What years was the Pontiac G6 sold?

Its single generation ran from 2005 to 2010; Canadian figures cover 2005 to 2009.

What engines were available in the G6?

The range spanned 2.4 L to 3.9 L, with petrol and E85 flex-fuel options.

What is the G6’s best combined EPA rating?

The best combined US EPA figure was 26 MPG.

Why do the US and Canadian consumption figures differ?

The US uses EPA ratings, while Canada uses the 5-cycle procedure. The tests differ, so their results are not directly comparable.

G6 first generation (2005–2010)

Pontiac G6 first generation
Photo: IFCAR / Wikimedia Commons · Public domain

Model codes: Epsilon, GMX381 · References: en.wikipedia.org, jdpower.com

United States 21 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
2008–2010CLKUP2.4 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA221 g/km
2009–2010CLKUP2.4 LPetrol6-speed automaticFront-wheel drive26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA212 g/km
2010FFV2.4 LFlex fuel (E85)4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA221 g/km
2010FFV2.4 LFlex fuel (E85)6-speed automaticFront-wheel drive26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA212 g/km
2008–2010CLKUP3.5 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA251 g/km
2009–2010FFV3.5 LFlex fuel (E85)4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA240 g/km
2008–20102MODE CLKUP · CLKUP3.6 LPetrol6-speed automaticFront-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA276 g/km
20103.6 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA307 g/km
2008–2009CLKUP3.5 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA276 g/km
2007–20092MODE CLKUP · CLKUP3.9 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA307 g/km
2007CLKUP2.4 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA230 g/km
2007CLKUP3.5 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km
20072MODE CLKUP3.5 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km
20072MODE CLKUP3.6 LPetrol6-speed automaticFront-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km
20073.9 LPetrol6-speed manualFront-wheel drive19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA291 g/km
2006CLKUP2.4 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA230 g/km
2005–2006CLKUP3.5 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA240 g/km
2005–2006CLKUP3.5 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km
2006CLKUP3.5 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA276 g/km
20063.9 LPetrol6-speed manualFront-wheel drive19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA291 g/km
2006CLKUP3.9 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA291 g/km

Canada 25 versions

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

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2009Compact2.4 LPetrol4-speed automatic9.5 L/100 km 5-cycle219 g/km
2009Compact2.4 LPetrol6-speed automatic9.1 L/100 km 5-cycle209 g/km
2009Compact3.5 LPetrol4-speed automatic11.1 L/100 km 5-cycle255 g/km
2009Compact3.5 LPetrol4-speed automatic10.3 L/100 km 5-cycle237 g/km
2009Compact3.5 LFlex fuel (E85)4-speed automatic13.9 L/100 km 5-cycle222 g/km
2009Compact3.5 LPetrol4-speed automatic11.6 L/100 km 5-cycle267 g/km
2009Compact3.5 LPetrol4-speed automatic11.0 L/100 km 5-cycle253 g/km
2009Compact3.5 LFlex fuel (E85)4-speed automatic14.9 L/100 km 5-cycle238 g/km
2008–2009Compact3.6 LPetrol6-speed automatic11.7 L/100 km 5-cycle269 g/km
2008–2009Compact3.9 LPetrol4-speed automatic13.2 L/100 km 5-cycle304 g/km
2008Compact2.4 LPetrol4-speed automatic9.5 L/100 km 5-cycle219 g/km
2007–2008Compact3.5 LPetrol4-speed automatic11.0 L/100 km 5-cycle253 g/km
2008Compact3.5 LPetrol4-speed automatic11.7 L/100 km 5-cycle269 g/km
2007Compact2.4 LPetrol4-speed automatic9.9 L/100 km 5-cycle228 g/km
2007Compact3.5 LPetrol4-speed automatic11.4 L/100 km 5-cycle262 g/km
2007Compact3.6 LPetrol6-speed automatic11.4 L/100 km 5-cycle262 g/km
2007Compact3.9 LPetrol6-speed manual12.2 L/100 km 5-cycle281 g/km
2007Compact3.9 LPetrol4-speed automatic13.1 L/100 km 5-cycle301 g/km
2006Compact2.4 LPetrol4-speed automatic9.7 L/100 km 5-cycle223 g/km
2005–2006Compact3.5 LPetrol4-speed automatic11.4 L/100 km 5-cycle262 g/km
2006Compact3.5 LPetrol4-speed automatic10.3 L/100 km 5-cycle237 g/km
2006Compact3.5 LPetrol4-speed automatic12.1 L/100 km 5-cycle278 g/km
2006Compact3.9 LPetrol4-speed automatic12.7 L/100 km 5-cycle292 g/km
2006Compact3.9 LPetrol6-speed manual12.3 L/100 km 5-cycle283 g/km
2005Compact3.5 LPetrol4-speed automatic10.2 L/100 km 5-cycle235 g/km

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