We’ve already reported 2009 Pontiac G8 pricing, feature changes and color options a few times. This post is meant to consolidate all 2009 Pontiac G8 information that we have to date as well as inform you of some new information. Of course; you never know what GM may decide to change by the time the 2009s start hitting Pontiac dealer showrooms.
The biggest changes come in the way of pricing bumps, several minor interior changes, deletion of two colors, addition of four colors, XM & Bluetooth availability, and of course the release of the 2009 G8 GXP.
2009 Pontiac G8 Pricing
- G8 Sedan V6 - starting at $27,995
- G8 GT - starting at $31,360
- G8 GXP - pricing TBA - 2009.5 model year availability
All prices include $615 destination freight charge
2009 Pontiac G8 Mechanical Changes
- G8 Sedan V6 - none
- G8 GT - none
2009 Pontiac G8 Interior Changes
- G8 Sedan V6 & G8 GT
- XM Satellite Radio (U2K) standard
- Radio face plate color change from black to dark gray
- Floor console and steering wheel center surround color change from black to dark gray
- Lock, window, OSRVM (outside rear view mirror) and steering wheel buttons color change from black to dark gray
- 2 rear seat cup holders added
- (UWE) Bluetooth for phone, personal cell phone connectivity to vehicle audio system and HMI (Human Machine Interface) - 2009.5 model year availability
- When Comfort and Sound Packages are added voltmeter/oil display gauges atop center stack are eliminated and replaced with storage tray
2009 Pontiac G8 Exterior Changes
- G8 Sedan V6 & G8 GT
- Magnetic Gray Metallic (18U) to be dropped 2009.5 model year
- Stealth Blue Metallic (25U) to be dropped
- Ignition Orange Metallic (77U) to be dropped
- Maverick Silver Metallic (17U) to be added
- Sport Red Metallic (26U) to be added
- Stryker Blue Metallic (39U) to be added
- Pacific Slate Metallic (64U) to be added
2009 Pontiac G8 GXP
- 2009.5 model year availability
2009 Pontiac G8 GXP Mechanical Highlights
- (LS3) 6.2L V8 SFI engine Est. 402 hp and +400 lb-ft of torque Available 6-speed manual transmission with trans cooler (M10 High performance suspension (FE3) 3.27 rear axle ratio (6-spd auto); 3.70 rear axle ratio (6-spd manual) Brembo braking system with 14″ vented front and 12.76″ rear disc brakes
2009 Pontiac G8 GXP Interior Highlights
- New seat backs w/ embroidered GXP logo’s on front seats
- New center stack gauge readouts
- New GXP tachometer / speedometer
- GT Sport and Premium packages standard on GXP
2009 Pontiac G8 GXP Exterior Highlights
- Unique front lower fascia with new fog lamp surrounds and center grills
- Distinctive rear diffuser
- 19″ polished aluminum wheels with special machined face
- Magnetic Gray Metallic (18U) being dropped concurrently to G8 GXP availability, therefore will not be available on G8 GXP
June 7th, 2008 at 5:25 pm
Hello G8 Nation,
I liked your article on: http://www.g8nation.com/2008/06/2009-pontiac-g8-changes/
I have some questions:
1-Could you be more specific with the 2009 G8 GXP availability date.
Your article states 2009.5, Do you mean Feb-Mar.. 2009 ?
2-Is the production start of the G8 GXP being delayed?
3-Are Active fuel management and cam phasing being added to the 2009 G8 GXP?
4-What Is pontiac doing to avoid the Gas Guzzler Tax and up the EPA Mileage rating on the G8 GXP?
With Gas reaching $5.00 a gallon here in california, , 13-18 MPG EPA s kinda scaring me.
5-Will the Holden GTS , “RED HOT” Interior Option be available on the G8 GXP?
6-When will pontiac accept orders?
7- What can you say about pricing?
I am hoping that I can afford to buy one of these.
If they keep the price about $34-$35K maybe I can.
Thank You for the great Information
Tony Palmieri
Oxnard California