Pontiac G8 first generation

Pontiac G8 first generation
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The Pontiac G8 first generation (2008–2009): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 6 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: Zeta, GMX557

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length–4,981 mm
Width–1,900 mm
Height–1,466 mm
Wheelbase–2,913 mm
Weights and towing
Kerb weight–1,790–1,825 kg
Seats and space
Luggage space (EPA)481 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)3,030 L EPA–
Fuel tank–73 L

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

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

214 complaints for model years 2008–2009. 8 crashes · 2 fires · 10 injuries

  • Airbags 89
  • Electrical system 31
  • Suspension 31

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 6 versions of the Pontiac G8 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
2008–2009CLKUP3.6 LPetrol5-speed automaticRear-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA276 g/km
2008–2009CLKUP6.0 LPetrol6-speed automaticRear-wheel drive18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA307 g/km
20096.2 LPetrol6-speed automaticRear-wheel drive15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA368 g/km
20096.2 LPetrol6-speed manualRear-wheel drive15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA368 g/km

Canada 2 versions

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

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2009Full-size3.6 LPetrol5-speed automatic11.8 L/100 km 5-cycle271 g/km
2009Full-size6.0 LPetrol6-speed automatic13.3 L/100 km 5-cycle306 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.