Pontiac Solstice first generation

Pontiac Solstice first generation
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The Pontiac Solstice first generation (2006–2010): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 9 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: Kappa

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationEuropeWikipedia
Dimensions
Length–3,993 mm
Width–1,814 mm
Height1,270 mm RDW1,275–1,293 mm
Wheelbase2,420 mm RDW2,416 mm
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,200–1,256 kg RDW1,297–1,350 kg
Mass in running order1,300–1,356 kg RDW–
Gross vehicle weight1,541–1,583 kg RDW–
Seats and space
Seats2 RDW–
Doors2 RDW–
Performance
Top speed204–230 km/h RDW–

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

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

726 complaints for model years 2006–2009. 28 crashes · 3 fires · 24 injuries

  • Airbags 531
  • Electrical system 71
  • Brakes 45
  • Transmission and drivetrain 42
  • Seats 38
  • Engine 24

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 9 versions of the Pontiac Solstice first generation

United States 5 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
20102.0 LPetrol5-speed automaticRear-wheel drive22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA251 g/km
2007–20102.0 LPetrol5-speed manualRear-wheel drive22–23 MPG (10.2–10.7 L/100 km) EPA240–251 g/km
2006–2010CLKUP2.4 LPetrol5-speed automaticRear-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km
2006–20102.4 LPetrol5-speed manualRear-wheel drive21–22 MPG (10.7–11.2 L/100 km) EPA251–263 g/km
2007–2009CLKUP2.0 LPetrol5-speed automaticRear-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km

Canada 4 versions

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

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2007–2009Two-seater2.0 LPetrol5-speed automatic11.0 L/100 km 5-cycle253 g/km
2007–2009Two-seater2.0 LPetrol5-speed manual10.4–10.5 L/100 km 5-cycle239–242 g/km
2007–2009Two-seater2.4 LPetrol5-speed automatic11.2 L/100 km 5-cycle258 g/km
2006–2009Two-seater2.4 LPetrol5-speed manual11.1–11.4 L/100 km 5-cycle255–262 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.