 About the Pontiac G5The Pontiac G5 is a two-door coupe that was produced from 2004 to 2009 by GM in the United States. Its small size does not make the G5 well-suited to family or passenger needs, but the unique electric power steering makes it a cost-effective option due to increased fuel efficiency and improved maintenance costs. The G was sold in the United States and Mexico, as well as Canada, where it enjoyed particular success, even topping out as Pontiac's best seller in that country.As a coupe, the Pontiac G5 boasts some impressive fuel economy statistics, with an average of 23 miles per gallon overall. The overall power of the G5 ranges from 145 to 171 horsepower, depending on the specific engine and year of construction. The G5 was built in Lordstown, Ohio, on GM's Delta Platform. The car... View more can seat five and offers torque between 150 to 163 foot-pounds. The G5 is most commonly found with a 2.2-liter or a 2.4-liter engine, both of which are four-cylinder. Pontiac developed the G5 after retiring the Sunfire. The design of the G5, however, borrowed heavily from the Chevrolet Cobalt. The car was first produced in 2004, with numerous cosmetic changes that made it more appealing for a mass market. During its five years of production, the G5 saw minimal changes to its design and features. Although the G5 was only a modest success in the United States, Pontiac had much better results in Canada and Mexico, leading to the release of four-door versions of the G5 in those regions. The Pontiac G5 is available in two basic trim levels, Base and GT. Both models have nice perks, including keyless entry, a CD/MP3 audio system, air conditioning and more. As the sportier option, the GT comes standard with sport-tuned suspension, cruise control, specialized wheels and bluetooth capabilities. All versions of the G5 feature front-wheel drive and a four-cylinder engine. Despite the added perks of the GT trim level, Pontiac discontinued the line after 2008 in order to focus on the base option. The G5 was discontinued overall when GM closed its Pontiac division in 2010. In addition to being Pontiac's top seller in Canada, the G5 also received a number of other recognitions from the industry before the end of its production. The G5 was rated as one of the most fuel efficient cars in 2009, coming in at 19 out of 104. Aceee's Green Book also featured the G5 as one of the greenest options in 2009. The G5 also received recognition from Nada Guides in 2009, coming in as the third best coupe available under $17,000. View less | |||
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