Why did Pontiac Stop Making G8?

The G8 ST, slated for release as a 2010 model, was to be Pontiac’s coupe utility, and GM’s first coupe utility in the United States since the Chevrolet El Camino was discontinued in 1987. In January 2009, GM announced to Pontiac dealers that the G8 ST was cancelled due to budget cuts and restructuring.

Are Pontiac G8 fast?

Even with “only” 361 horses on tap, the G8 GT is quick, producing consistent low five-second 0-60 mph times.

Are Pontiacs G8 good cars?

As a bargain sports sedan, the Pontiac G8 is a success. Based on General Motors’ Holden Commodore from Australia, the G8 handles and rides as well as the best cars in its class. Interior quality is good, but not luxurious, and some controls are peculiar.

Is the Pontiac G8 coming back?

The Pontiac brand was dismantled in the wake of the 2009 financial crisis, and Holden would die 8 years later. Sedans have lost out to SUVs and the segment in which the Pontiac G8 operated in is all but extinct. So there’s very little chance the G8 ever comes back.

What Pontiac is the fastest?

The 15 Fastest Cars Pontiac Ever Produced

6 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix GXP (143 mph)
5 1973 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 455 Super Duty (155 mph)
4 1963 Pontiac Tempest Super Duty (163 mph)
3 1998 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am (165 mph)
2 2009 Pontiac G8 GXP (175 mph)
1 2006 Pontiac GTO (175 mph)

How many miles can a Pontiac G8 last?

A Pontiac G8 can drive a maximum of 180,000 miles. Pontiac G8’s are fairly reliable cars with a total of 13,51% reaching a mileage of more than 150,000 miles. On average a Pontiac G8 will last around 140,000 miles, giving it a life expectancy of 10 years and 5 months with an average mileage of 13,500 miles per year.