Pontiac G8 History
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The G8 (2008–2009) was a rear-wheel-drive sport sedan imported from Australia — a rebadged Holden Commodore — that critics loved for its V6 and V8 power, balance, and value.
The range-topping G8 GXP used a 6.2-liter LS3 V8 and is remembered as one of the best cars Pontiac ever sold, but it arrived just as GM's restructuring doomed the brand; production ended after 2009.
Body styles
- Sedan
Notable special editions & performance variants
G8 GXP
6.2-liter LS3 V8 flagship sport sedan — a celebrated, short-lived performance Pontiac.
G8 GT
V8-powered (6.0-liter L76) version below the GXP.
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