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2008 Pontiac Grand Prix Review
Fun to drive and practical.
2008 Grand Prix Review Summary & Specifications
The Pontiac Grand Prix is fun to drive yet a utilitarian transporter of people and things. The GXP is the hot rod with driving enjoyment and character. The standard model with the V6 is well worth consideration as an enjoyable sports sedan and more sensible in its overall balance.NewCarTestDrive.com correspondent Kirk Bell contributed to this report, with editor Mitch McCullough in Los Angeles.
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| Vehicle Category | Midsize Cars |
| Editor | New Car Test Drive |
| Model Lineup | Pontiac Grand Prix ($22,210); GXP ($29,325) |
| Engines (standard) | 5.3-liter ohv V8 |
| Transmissions (standard) | 4-speed automatic with TAPshift |
| Engines (optional) | 200-hp 3.8-liter ohv V6; 303-hp 5.3-liter ohv V8 |
| Transmissions (optional) | 4-speed automatic; 4-speed automatic with TAPshift |
| Safety Equipment (standard) | dual-stage front airbags, tire inflation monitoring system |
| Safety Equipment (optional) | ABS, EBD, traction control, stability control, curtain airbags |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years/36,000 miles |
| Assembled In | Oshawa, Ontario |
| Manufacturer Phone | 800-762-2737 |
| Manufacturer URL | www.pontiac.com |
| Base Price MSRP | 22210 |
| Model Tested MSRP | Pontiac Grand Prix GXP ($29,325) |
| Standard Equipment | leather/suede upholstery; dual-zone automatic climate control; power front bucket seats; 60/40 split folding rear seatbacks; fog lamps; twin exhaust tips; backlight radio antenna; tinted glass; Driver Information Center; remote keyless entry; anti-theft system; power mirrors/door locks/windows; cruise control; rear defogger; leather-wrapped tilt steering wheel; tachometer; CD radio with 6 speakers and steering wheel audio controls; two auxiliary power outlets; side protective moldings; premium lighting (rear assist handles, lighted vanity mirrors, reading lamps front/rear): overhead console with glasses storage; right front folding seatback; cargo net; ABS with enhanced traction system; antiskid system; Magnasteer variable effort power steering; OnStar; tire inflation monitoring system; remote engine starting; heated front seats, head-up instrument display |
| Options as Tested (MSRP) | Sun and Sound Package ($1,195) includes power sunroof, in-dash 6-CD player, and 9 Monsoon speakers. |
| Destination Charge | 750 |
| Gas Guzzler Tax | 0 |
| Price as Tested | 31270 |
| Layout | front-wheel drive |
| Horse Power | 303 @ 5600 |
| Torque | 323 @ 4400 |
| Fuel Economy | 16/25 |
| Wheelbase | 110.5 |
| Length/Width/Height | 198.3/71.6/55.9 |
| Track Front/Rear | |
| Turning Radius | 38 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 |
| Front Head/Hip/Leg room | 38.5/54.5/42.2 |
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| Rear Head/Hip/Leg room | 36.2/54.3/36.2 |
| Trunk Volume | 57 |
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| Towing Capacity | 1000 |
| Front Suspension | independent, MacPherson struts, lower A-arms, coil springs, gas-charged shocks, anti-roll bar |
| Rear Suspension | independent, tri-link, coil-over struts, gas-charged shocks, anti-roll bar |
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| Curb Weight | 3600 |
| Stock Tires | P255/45WR18 front, 225/50WR18 rear Bridgestone Potenza |
| Brakes Front/Rear | vented disc/vented disc with ABS and EBD |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.0 |
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