NY Auto Show Preview: 2009 Pontiac G8 GXP

[sonza68]

In Austrailia.

[nadthomas]

CGM (Cyclone Grey Metallic) FTW. PBM (Phantom Black Metallic) FTM (For the <Meh>).

Wrong. Failed.

[MOMO]

Originally Posted by sonza68

In Austrailia.

GM 1, Ford 0.

[ND4SPD]

Originally Posted by MOMO

And where is Fords answer?

Originally Posted by sonza68

In Austrailia.

sad but true...

[shim0]

i'll be at the auto show on tuesday!! cannot wait.

[azbobbybooshay10]

Originally Posted by MOMO

GM 1, Ford 0.

Correction. GM 2, Ford 0.

Pontiac G8 Sport Truck (2010) with pictures and wallpapers

[ND4SPD]

I'm not sure I like those Sport UTE's (as they're called)

They remind me too much of an El Camino... which FURTHER reminds me of a mullet. Ya know, the whole thing about "business up front, party in the back"?

Only with the car, its flipped.

[azbobbybooshay10]

Performance

The sport truck draws its strength from the same powerful 6.0L V-8 engine used in the G8 GT. It puts out 361 horsepower (270 kW) and 385 lb.-ft. (522 Nm) of torque. The combination of a six-speed automatic transmission and Active Fuel Management technology provides both car-like fuel economy and an unexpected 0-to-60 time of 5.4 seconds.

While these performance numbers are respectable by sports car standards, the Pontiac G8 sport truck offers flexibility unlike that of a sports car. A 73.9-inch (1878 mm) cargo bed has 42.7 cubic feet (1208 L) of cargo space and a durable composite bed liner. It also can carry a payload of more than 1,074 pounds (488 kg) and tow a 3,500-pound (1,600 kg) trailer.

Structure

The Pontiac G8 sport truck is based on the same rear-wheel-drive architecture as the G8 performance sedan. However, the sport truck's body structure was reinforced in key areas to support its cargo and towing duties. More than 60 new components were added to strengthen the structure. Compared to the sedan, the 118.5-inch (3,009 mm) wheelbase is approximately four inches longer and the overall length is six inches longer.

Suspension and wheels

A four-wheel independent suspension with electronic stability control delivers confident handling, whether loaded with weekend home-improvement supplies or towing a pair of personal watercraft to the lake.

The steering box is located ahead of the front axle line for a quick, direct feel. The sport truck's front stabilizer bar is one mm larger than the sedan, and the rear suspension has been enhanced to support payloads without adversely affecting handling.

The Pontiac G8 sport truck rides on 18-inch machine-faced aluminum wheels with a P245/45R18 summer performance tire. All-season tires are available. An optional Sports Package includes 19-inch machine-faced aluminum wheels with P245/40R19 summer performance tires.

Brakes and steering

The sport truck shares the G8 GT's four-wheel disc brake system, featuring 12.64-inch front and 12.76-inch rear rotors. Front rotor thickness is 1.0 inch, while the rear rotors are 0.87-inch thick. Twin-piston, front alloy calipers and vented rotors and single-piston, alloy rear calipers with vented rotors are standard, as is ABS.

Comfort and convenience

Given its heritage, it's not surprising that the Pontiac G8 sport truck offers many of the same creature comforts as the G8 GT, such as:

* Air conditioning with electronic dual-zone climate control
* Cruise control
* Driver Information Center
* Bluetooth connectivity
* Tilt/telescoping steering wheel with DIC and radio controls
* Power windows/locks/mirrors
* Remote keyless entry and remote start
* Theft-deterrent alarm system

Fully-bolstered, four-way adjustable cloth seats are standard. Heated, six-way leather seats are available. They can be customized with two-tone, black-and-red inserts and a coordinating gauge cluster.

Behind the seats is a surprisingly large interior cargo area with more than 8.5 cubic feet (245 liters) of storage space. There are two covered storage compartments beneath the load floor and a pair of cargo nets.

Sound system

The Pontiac G8 sport truck's 230-watt Blaupunkt AM/FM/six-disc CD changer has an MP3 input and five speakers. The 6.5-inch audio display controls both the sound and climate control systems.

Take all your tools and supplies in the bed, tow your drag car, unload the bed and trailer, and break off the ricers with your tow vehicle. How can that be bad?

[MOMO]

I have to agree with Bobby.
that thing is bad ass. ill take one.

[freednighthawk]

Like I said, that truck is bada$$... I would take one in a heart beat.