What was the Pontiac GTO?
The GTO returned to the US market as a two-door performance coupe. This generation was based on the Holden Monaro, developed by GM’s Australian subsidiary, Holden. Its understated shape marked a different look for a car carrying Pontiac’s performance name.
The fifth generation and its engines
The fifth-generation GTO used the VZ code. Its petrol engine range ran from 5.7 L to 6.0 L, with V8 power. The official US figures cover four versions.
How economical was the GTO?
Under the US EPA procedure, the GTO’s combined rating reached 19 MPG. Its lowest listed consumption is 12.4 L/100 km, also on the EPA test. US results use a different procedure from Europe’s WLTP or NEDC tests and should not be read as direct equivalents.
Where was the GTO sold?
In official US registration figures, the GTO appears for 2004–2006. Pontiac was General Motors’ American marque, and this generation brought the GTO name back to the US market.
Questions and answers
When was the fifth-generation Pontiac GTO sold?
It was sold in the United States from 2004 to 2006.
What engines were available?
The petrol range ran from 5.7 L to 6.0 L, with V8 engines.
What was its official fuel economy?
Its EPA combined rating reached 19 MPG, with a lowest listed consumption of 12.4 L/100 km.