Pontiac G5

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Pontiac G5

Manufacturer	Pontiac
Parent company	General Motors
Also called	Pontiac G4 Pontiac G5 Pursuit Pontiac Pursuit
Production	2005-present (Canada and Mexico) 2007-present (United States)
Assembly	Lordstown, Ohio
Predecessor	Pontiac Sunfire
Class	Compact
Body style	2-door coupe 4-door sedan (Canada & Mexico only)
Layout	FF layout
Platform	GM Delta platform
Engine	2.2 L L61 I4 2.4 L LE5 I4
Transmission	5-speed manual 4-speed automatic
Wheelbase	103.5 in
Length	179.8 in
Width	67.5 in
Height	55.6 in
Fuel capacity	13.0 US gal
Related	Chevrolet Cobalt Chevrolet HHR Opel Astra Saturn ION Saturn Astra
Similar	Ford Focus Honda Civic Hyundai Tiburon

2007 Pontiac G5 sedan (Canada/Mexico)

The Pontiac G5 is a compact car introduced by Pontiac in 2004 for the 2005 model year. For 2005 and early 2006, this car was known as the Pontiac Pursuit in the Canadian market, and G5 Pursuit during mid-2006. It was also known as the Pontiac G4 in Mexico from 2005-2006. It was released to the U.S. market in August 2006 as a 2007 model.

The G5 is based upon the GM Delta platform along with the Chevrolet Cobalt, Chevrolet HHR, Saturn ION, and European Opel Astra. The vehicle is only available as a coupe. There is also a sedan version sold in Canada and Mexico.

1 Specifications
2 Model variations
- 2.1 United States
- 2.2 Canada
3 References
4 External links

[edit] Specifications

The front suspension is independent with MacPherson struts, while a semi-independent torsion bar is used in the rear. The wheelbase is 103.3 in (262.4 cm), longer than its competitors, and the width is 68.4 in (173.8 cm). Weight is high at 2808-2989 lb (1273-1355 kg), and overall fuel economy is 23 mpg (10 L/100 km). The car is notable for its use of electric, rather than the conventional hydraulic, power steering. It is built at General Motors' Lordstown Assembly plant in Lordstown, Ohio.

Engines:

Years	Engine	Power	Torque
2005–present	2.2 L Ecotec L61 I4	145 hp (108 kW)	155 ft·lbf (210 N·m)
2006–present	2.4 L Ecotec LE5 I4	171 hp (128 kW)	163 ft·lbf (221 N·m)

[edit] Model variations

[edit] United States

In the US, the G5 is available in the base model coupe (with a 148 hp, 2.2 L I4 engine) and the sporty GT (173 hp, DOHC 2.4 L four-cylinder engine) trim levels. Standard equipment for the coupe trim level includes a 5-speed manual transmission, AM/FM stereo system with MP3 decoder, auxiliary jack for external music devices (such as an iPod), and a spoiler. The GT (Pontiac's equivalent to the Cobalt SS) includes the same equipment. Available options for both trim levels include a sunroof and side impact airbags. The coupe lists for US$14,995 while the GT is slightly more expensive, starting at US$17,795. ^[1]

[edit] Canada

In Canada, the G5 is available in base, SE, and GT trim levels, with the base and SE receiving the 2.2 L engine, delivering 145 hp (108 kW) at 5400 rpm and 155 ft·lbf (210 N·m) of torque at 4000 rpm, with a choice of a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic transmission. The GT receives the 2.4 L engine, delivering 171 hp (128 kW) at 6000 rpm and 163 ft·lbf (221 N·m) of torque at 5000 rpm, and can be equipped with automatic or 5 speed manual transmission. Brakes are discs at front and drums at the rear. The GT model gets 4-wheel disc brakes. Length is 4580 mm (180.3 in) on a 2623 mm (103.3 in) wheelbase, with a width of 1725 mm (67.9 in), height at 1450 mm (58 in), and weight at 1,459 kg (3,216 lb).

Base models are equipped with 15 inch wheels and a CD player. The SE adds 16-inch wheels, as well as anti-lock brakes, air conditioning, and cruise control (all also available as options on the base model) as well as a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shifter knob. The GT adds 17-inch wheels. Other options include side airbags, traction control, a sunroof, heated leather seats, MP3 player, and a 228 W audio system with a subwoofer. Prices are C$15,140 for the base, C$19,795 for the SE, and C$21,195 for the GT.