Pontiac G6 first generation

Pontiac G6 first generation
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The Pontiac G6 first generation (2005–2010): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 20 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: Epsilon, GMX381

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationEuropeNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length––4,801–4,803 mm
Width––1,788–1,793 mm
Height––1,433–1,450 mm
Wheelbase2,850–2,860 mm RDW–2,852 mm
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,450–1,500 kg RDW–1,499–1,749 kg
Mass in running order1,550–1,600 kg RDW––
Gross vehicle weight1,933–2,025 kg RDW––
Towing, braked trailer454–1,655 kg RDW––
Towing, unbraked trailer450–454 kg RDW––
Seats and space
Seats4–5 RDW––
Doors2 RDW––
Luggage space (EPA)–368–396 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)–2,520–2,718 L EPA–
Fuel tank––62 L

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

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

5,882 complaints for model years 2005–2010. 243 crashes · 79 fires · 156 injuries · 6 deaths

  • Steering 3,013
  • Electrical system 956
  • Lights 881
  • Brakes 579
  • Airbags 353
  • Transmission and drivetrain 331

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 20 versions of the Pontiac G6 first generation

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United States 13 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
2006–2010CLKUP2.4 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive24–25 MPG (9.4–9.8 L/100 km) EPA221–230 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
2005–2010CLKUP3.5 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive20–23 MPG (10.2–11.8 L/100 km) EPA240–276 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
2007–20092MODE CLKUP · CLKUP3.9 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA307 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
2006–20073.9 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 7 versions

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

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2006–2009Compact2.4 LPetrol4-speed automatic9.5–9.9 L/100 km 5-cycle219–228 g/km
2009Compact2.4 LPetrol6-speed automatic9.1 L/100 km 5-cycle209 g/km
2005–2009Compact3.5 LPetrol4-speed automatic10.2–12.1 L/100 km 5-cycle235–278 g/km
2009Compact3.5 LFlex fuel (E85)4-speed automatic13.9–14.9 L/100 km 5-cycle222–238 g/km
2007–2009Compact3.6 LPetrol6-speed automatic11.4–11.7 L/100 km 5-cycle262–269 g/km
2006–2009Compact3.9 LPetrol4-speed automatic12.7–13.2 L/100 km 5-cycle292–304 g/km
2006–2007Compact3.9 LPetrol6-speed manual12.2–12.3 L/100 km 5-cycle281–283 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.