What Changed

The Grand Prix is all-new for 1997. Grand Prix shares it's platform with the Buick Century, the upcoming Oldsmobile Intrigue and the upcoming Buick Regal replacement. The Grand Prix is offered in coupe and sedan forms. Measurements for the two models are near identical and are larger in length and width than last years model. SE, GT and GTP trim levels are available on the sedan. The coupe is available in GT and GTP trim packages. SE models are powered by the 3.1-liter V6. GT models are powered by a 195-hp 3.8-liter V6. The GTP receives a 240hp supercharged 3.8 V6.

Comparison to Prior Model

1997 Pontiac Grand Prix 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix
1997 Pontiac Grand Prix 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix
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