Basic Styling Longer but narrower than its competitors, the G5 is the same basic shape that made the Cobalt initially attractive and later forgettable. This expansion represents an additional 823,788 vehicles. Inside, the cabin has five seat belts, and after putting some miles on several Aveo models, we know that the Pontiac G3 will keep most customers happy using four of them. Some of these vehicles have a condition in which the plastic supply or return port on the fuel pump module may crack, which could cause a fuel leak. The 4-cyl Ecotec has plenty of power and the cabin is quiet for an economy car.
Wind and road noise can be intrusive, at least partially due to the G3's hatchback body style. She looks and sounds great with the exhaust tip i was also able to purchase with the fuel savings i enjoy. Opt Opt Silver Rally Stripe Pkg Pkg Pkg Engine: 4-Cyl, 2. The key fob if applicable , should also be removed from the key ring. Climate controls are straightforward, though the stereo employs an array of buttons instead of more user-friendly knobs. The recall began on April 18, 2014. Turns are remarkably easy and U turns still make me smile.
The clutch pedal is light and has short travel, which keeps bumper-to-bumper commutes tolerable. Owners of 2008 and later vehicles will be mailed an interim letter on April 21, 2014. The recall began on April 18, 2014. For those prices, however, all three alternatives have features for which Pontiac charges extra: The Civic has antilock brakes; the Focus has steering-wheel audio controls and alloy wheels. Standard safety features include front and side curtain airbags. The 2009 Pontiac G3 uses a 1. Currently the Pontiac G5 has a score of 7.
The Pontiac G5 is a sporty two-door coupe that gets good fuel economy and is comfortable and enjoyable for daily commuting. This review also compares the 2009 Pontiac G3 with the best competitors in the class. The fuel economy is outstanding. Pontiac describes the G5 as a five-passenger car, but limited rear legroom makes carrying five adults a serious challenge. The road noise and texture radiates from the front end in to the passenger compartment but the more than adequate stereo drown out most of the road noise. Mine is the coup and blind spots abound, as others have probably noted. A rear spoiler is standard, but too many black plastic details — particularly the bumper cutouts that house the optional fog lights — give the car a low-rent look.
Some of these vehicles have a condition in which the plastic supply or return port on the fuel pump module may crack, which could cause a fuel leak. Owners were instructed to not bring their vehicles in for repair until January 2013. The key fob if applicable , should also be removed from the key ring. Larger wheels 15 inches, up from 14 inches are also available. Just like most, if not all, cars in this price range, road noise can be loud and the cup holders aren't in the greatest location. Other options include heated leather seats, a sunroof and an automatic transmission.
The engine pushes out more ponies and is more efficient as well, with the base version rated at 25 mpg city and 37 mpg on the highway. More trunk space then expected plus pass through to interior cabin was handy. Inexpensive cars need not feel cheap these days, but the G5 does. Scores for the Pontiac should equal those of the Aveo5; in federal crash tests it scores dual five-star ratings for frontal impacts and dual four-star tallies for side impacts. Contrary to what you might have heard, General Motors is building many competitive cars these days — but the Pontiac G5 is not one that will lift the company out of its current predicament. With Pontiac's demise the models will be dropped.
This is nothing new, of course, and not necessarily a bad thing either, provided the shared platform is rock-solid and fully competent. They noted that other rivals in the class had nicer interiors and more standard features, and that the front seats needed more cushioning. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. I would have no problem buying this car again. The brakes provide decent stopping control but are nothing special in terms of pedal feel.
There is plenty of hard plastic, but its texturing lends impressive substance. The key fob if applicable , should also be removed from the key ring. On the road, our editors noted that either G5 engine provided decent power under normal conditions, but made coarse noises when pressed. General Motors' number for this recall is 14113 for the ignition lock cylinder and key replacement, and 14133 for only key replacements. Great car for the money.
The car handles well, accelerates fine and is very silent for a compact with 100K mi I had a Neon and Cavaliers before, not quiet vehicles. Many of those features are optional on the base model. Getting the automatic lops off another 1 to 2 mpg overall. When it was new, the 2009 Elantra was named our. The 2009 Pontiac G5 offers one engine choice. For 2009, Pontiac's automatic transmission receives higher praise, as MyRide.
The base G5 comes with power windows and door locks, keyless entry, air conditioning, OnStar and a four-speaker stereo with an auxiliary input and satellite radio. Pontiac lists the base G5 coupe at 37 mpg highway. Note: Until the recall repairs have been performed, it is very important that customers remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the vehicle key. The latter engine has been upgraded with variable valve timing for 2009, improving gas mileage and bumping output to 155 horsepower, up 7 hp from last year. Antilock brakes are an extra-cost option, and side curtain airbags—a feature increasingly common in other subcompacts—are not available. The styling changes are a welcome improvement, but cars like the tC and Civic still look sharper. The vehicle is very reliable and safe.