2009 Pontiac G8 GXP

At a Glance

Pricing $28,250 - $38,305
Drive Types RWD
Engines 3.6l V6, 6.0l V8, 6.2l V8
Transmissions A5, A6, M6
Fuel Economy 13-17 (city), 20-25 (highway)

Pontiac's new flagship sedan is the G8. Three models are now offered: a base model powered by a 261 hp V6, a V8 powered GT, and the GXP model powered by a 400-bhp V8. The G8 competes with the Chrysler 300 and Dodge Charger in the large RWD segment.

What Changed:

The G8 sedan gains a GXP version powered by 402-bhp (est) 6.2L V8. Both manual and automatic transmission versions are offered. The GXP package also includes unique front and rear fascias, larger brakes and tires.

Model/Trim/Package Engine Original MSRP
G8 3.6l V6 (256-bhp) A5 RWD $28,250
G8 GT 6.0l V8 (355-bhp) A6 RWD $31,755
G8 GXP 6.2l V8 (415-bhp) M6 RWD $37,610
G8 GXP 6.2l V8 (415-bhp) A6 RWD $38,305