Did they make a Pontiac G8 with a V6?
The base G8, referred to in Pontiac sales literature as the “G8 Sedan”, is available with a 3.6-liter High Feature V6 engine, producing 256 hp (191 kW). The only transmission available is a five-speed GM 5L40-E automatic; fuel economy is officially rated at 17 mpg‑US (14 L/100 km) city/25 mpg‑US (9.4 L/100 km) highway.
What’s the EPA rating on a Pontiac G8?
With EPA ratings of 17/25, the V6 goes two miles farther than the eight-pot on each gallon in the city, but only one mile farther on the highway. Sure, the G8 V6 is competitive with other gas-powered two-ton sedans.
What kind of engine does the Pontiac G8 have?
With either engine, the G8 is a fine-handling, throttle-steerable sedan that’s too large to be tossable. This year’s G8 comes with any gearbox you like provided it’s a manually-shiftable automatic.
Is the Pontiac G8 V6 a manual override?
The V6’ cog swapper is a bit more responsive. When used as a manual override, the shifter feels crude, as is the GM way of such things. That leaves but one attribute in the “possible advantage” category: smooth revving.
How much does a Pontiac G8 V6 cost?
Unfortunately, the G8 V6 isn’t exactly what you’d call a bargain (mate) compared to the G8 V8. Base to base, you save $2400. That, my pistonhead pals, is a pittance for an extra 105 horsepower.
What kind of car is the Pontiac G8?
A 2008-2009 Pontiac G8 is a car that is in a class of its own. Not only does it promote power like a sports car, this four-door sedan also looks like a sports car. PartsForYourCar knows that it’s not uncommon for an owner of a G8 to want to add more performance and more appearance Pontiac G8 parts to their hot ride.
With EPA ratings of 17/25, the V6 goes two miles farther than the eight-pot on each gallon in the city, but only one mile farther on the highway. Sure, the G8 V6 is competitive with other gas-powered two-ton sedans.
The V6’ cog swapper is a bit more responsive. When used as a manual override, the shifter feels crude, as is the GM way of such things. That leaves but one attribute in the “possible advantage” category: smooth revving.
Is the Pontiac G8 V6 a One Trick Pony?
Yes, Virginia, it’s possible for a car to be fun to drive even if it can’t flatten you against the seatback off the line. Ah, but does this G8 V6 fit this bill? In the G8 V6’s favor, even the GT variant is not a one-trick pony.