Why was the G8 discontinued?
Automotive models come and go, but the Pontiac G8’s two-year run is one of the shortest on record. Introduced in 2008, the full-size G8 sedan was canceled in 2009, following parent GM’s bankruptcy and restructuring that shut down the Pontiac brand.
What kind of oil does a Pontiac G8 take?
Mobil Super Synthetic Motor Oil 5W-30 1 Quart.
How do you reset the oil life on a 2008 Pontiac G8?
Pontiac G8 Change Oil Soon Light Reset Procedure:
- Turn ignition switch to ON position with engine off.
- Fully depress and release the accelerator pedal 3 times within 5 seconds of turning key.
- Change Oil lamp will flash for 2-10 seconds while it resets.
- Once it stops flashing, the maintenance light reset is complete.
What is the fastest Pontiac?
The 15 Fastest Cars Pontiac Ever Produced
- 1 2006 Pontiac GTO (175 mph)
- 2 2009 Pontiac G8 GXP (175 mph)
- 3 1998 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am (165 mph)
- 4 1963 Pontiac Tempest Super Duty (163 mph)
- 5 1973 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 455 Super Duty (155 mph)
- 6 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix GXP (143 mph)
- 7 2007 Pontiac Solstice GXP (142 mph)
How fast is a 2009 Pontiac G8 GXP?
109-mph
What engine came in the Pontiac G8?
Acceleration and Power The G8 Sedan features a 3.6-liter V6 engine that generates 256-horsepower at 6,300 rpm and 248 pound-feet of torque at 2,100 rpm. However, the more powerful GT comes equipped with a 6.0-liter V8 engine that produces 355-horsepower at 5,300 rpm and 385 pound-feet of torque at 4,400 rpm.
What transmission does a 2008 Pontiac G8 GT have?
Summary
| Model Line Overview | |
|---|---|
| Model lineup: | Pontiac G8 ($26,910); G8 GT ($29,310) |
| Engines: | 361-hp 6.0-liter V8; 256-hp 3.6-liter V6 |
| Transmissions: | 5-speed automatic with Driver Shift Control; 6-speed automatic with DSC |
How long is a G8 GT?
4.98 m
What is an L76 engine?
The L76—like its LS2 sibling—is a 6.0L, Gen. 4, aluminum small block engine that was used both in GM cars and trucks. The L76 is an adapted version of the LS2, featuring new rectangle port cylinder heads and Active Fuel Management (AFM). The L76 was available in the Pontiac G8 GT from 2007-09.
What’s the top speed of a Pontiac G8?
Performance
| 0 – 100 kph | 5.0 s |
|---|---|
| 0 – 100 mph | 12.3 s |
| Est. 1/8 mile | 9.1 s @ 88.2 mph |
| 1/4 mile | 13.5 s |
| Top speed | 226 kph (140 mph) |
What is the top speed of a 2009 Pontiac G8?
415hp
How much does a Pontiac G8 GXP weigh?
How much does a Pontiac G8 GXP weighs? The Pontiac G8 GXP weighs 1825 Kg / 4023 lbs.
What is the value of a 2009 Pontiac G8 GT?
$3,802 to $14,098
What is pollution mode on G8 GT?
DID YOU KNOW about the “Pollution Control” mode in the G8? Hold down the air recirculate button for 5 seconds. It’ll go into pollution mode. Whenever the car is below 5mph, it will automatically switch to Recirculate, and when you go above 5mph, it switches back to fresh air.