The 2007 Pontiac G6 is a mid-size car manufactured by General Motors. Launched at the 2004 North American International Auto Show in September 2004, the G6 is based on the GM Epsilon platform. It is a replacement for the Pontiac Grand Am, and it reflects in its title too. The G6 may be considered as the sixth generation of the Grand Am, and hence the title G6, signifying ‘Grand Am 6th Generation.’

The G6 is available in three models: 4-door G6 Sedan, 2-door G6 Coupe, and 2-door G6 Convertible. The G6 Sedan is available in a 5-seater configuration, while the G6 Coupe and G6 Convertible are offered in a 4-seater configuration each.

The G6 Sedan is available in four trims: 1SV, Base, GT, and GTP. The G6 Coupe is available in two trims: GT and GTP. The G6 Convertible is available in a single trim: GT. All trims are available in a front-wheel drive (FWD) layout.

The G6 comes with a powertrain warranty for five years or 100,000 miles and a basic warranty for three years or 36,000 miles. The top competitors of the G6 include the Chevrolet Malibu, Saturn Aura, Cadillac BLS, Honda Accord, Toyota Camry, Hyundai Sonata, and Mazda 6.

With three models and seven trims, the G6 offers a choice of four engines. The 1SV is powered by a 2.4-liter 4-cylinder ECOTEC engine, which produces 169 hp @ 6,300 rpm and 162 lb-ft. of torque @ 4,500 rpm. The Base and GT get power from a 3.5-liter V-6 engine, which delivers 224 hp @ 5,800 rpm and 220 lb-ft. @ 4,000 rpm. The engines of 1SV, Base, and GT are linked to a standard electronically controlled 4-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.

However, the GT is also available with the option of a 3.9-liter V-6 engine that churns out 240 hp @ 6,000 rpm and 240 lb-ft. @ 4,600 rpm. This engine is coupled with a 6-speed manual transmission.

Under the hood of the GTP lies a 3.6-liter V-6 engine, which issues 252 hp @ 6,300 rpm and 251 lb-ft. @ 3,200 rpm. This engine is linked to a standard electronically controlled 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive and also includes a manual shift mode.

All models of the G6 look very stylish and modern. The G6 Sedan, Coupe, and Convertible measure 189.1 inches in length and stand on a wheelbase of 112.3 inches.

All models feature standard halogen composite headlamps with reflector optics, automatic exterior lamp control, and 20-second delay-off feature. Daytime running lamps are also standard on all G6 models. Front fog lamps, integral in the front fascia, are standard on GT and GTP, and optional on the Base model.

Body-color body-side moldings adorn the profile of the G6 models. The GTP comes standard with a rear spoiler, which is available as an option on the Base and GT models. All models come standard with Satin Black power-adjustable outside mirrors. Intermittent front wipers, with a wet arm and controlled-cycle, are also standard on all models.

The G6 Convertible comes with a Karmann-designed retractable hardtop, which can be operated with the touch of a single button and takes less than 30 seconds to transform from coupe-like styling to top-down convertible.

The 1SV wears standard 16-inch steel wheels and rolls on P215/60R16, Touring, Blackwall tires. The Base features standard 17-inch wheels and rides on P225/60R17, Touring, Blackwall tires. The Base is also available with the option of 17-inch cast aluminum wheels.

The GT comes standard with 17-inch cast aluminum wheels and cruises on P225/50R17, Touring, Blackwall, V-rated tires. The GTP stands on 18-inch ultra-bright 5-spoke flangeless alloy wheels and glides on P225/50R18, Touring, Blackwall tires. These tires are optional on the GT. The GT and GTP are also available with the option of P225/50R18, summer-only performance tires.

The Pontiac G6 comes with lavish and luxurious interiors. All models come standard with 45/45 bucket front seats, which can be reclined for enhanced comfort and 60/40 split-folding rear seats. A 4-way driver seat adjuster, with power height adjustment and ratcheting lumbar, is standard on 1SV, Base, and GT. The GTP comes standard with a 6-way power driver seat adjuster, which is optional on GT. Heated front seats are optional on all trims except for the 1SV.

The 1SV, Base, and GT feature single-zone manual air-conditioning, while the GTP offers superior comfort with single-zone automatic climate control.

All G6 models come with power programmable door locks with lockout protection, delayed locking, and child safety rear door locks. Power windows are also standard on all models. The windows come with solar-ray light tinted glass. All models come standard with a tilt/telescoping steering column. The GT and GTP feature a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob. These models also come with steering wheel-mounted audio controls.

All models have a floor console with floor shifter, integral armrest, lighted shift indicator, parking brake, and a storage compartment. A manual day/night inside rear-view mirror is standard on the 1SV, Base, and GT, while the GTP comes with an electrochomic inside rear-view mirror with compass display. A rear-window defogger is a standard feature of the G6 Sedan, Coupe, and Convertible.

Electronic cruise control with set and resume speed is standard on the Base, GT, and GTP models. Power-adjustable gas and brake pedals are optional on these models. All models, excluding the 1SV, are available with the option of a power, tilt-sliding sunroof, which includes a sunshade, and a power-operated panoramic roof, which consists of a retractable, multi-position 4-panel glass, with electric sunshade.

All the G6 models are available with the option of OnStar Turn-by-Turn Navigation, which gives simple, audio-based directions to safely get the passengers to their destination. All models are also offered with the optional OnStar information/convenience services, OnStar hands-free calling, and OnStar fuel station location.

The Pontiac G6 comes loaded with various entertainment options to save you from getting bored on those long drives. The 1SV and Base come with an audio system, which includes an AM/FM stereo with CD player, seek-and-scan, and a driver information center. The GT and GTP feature a standard audio system with an AM/FM stereo, CD player, seek-and-scan, Radio Data System (RDS), speed-compensated volume, Theftlock, equalizer, and a driver information center. This audio system is available as optional on the Base model. The GT and GTP are also offered with the option of an audio system with an AM/FM stereo with 6-disc in-dash CD changer, seek-and-scan, auto-tone control, RDS, Theftlock, random disc function, graphic equalizer, and a driver information center.

XM Radio, which offers a range of coast-to-coast channels in digital-quality sound, is standard on GTP and optional on Base and GT. The audio system in 1SV and Base comes with six speakers, while the GT and GTP come standard with a Monsoon high-performance 8-speaker system with high-mounted tweeters and subwoofer. The G6 Sedan, Coupe, and Convertible come with a cargo capacity of 14.0 cubic-feet.

The G6 is available in a FWD layout, which provides it with impressive traction on all kinds of terrains. It is offered in a choice of four engines: 2.4L I-4, 3.5L V-6, 3.9L V-6, and 3.6L V-6. These engines generate maximum power of 169 hp, 224 hp, 240 hp, and 252 hp respectively. All the four engines are good performers; especially the V-6 engines, which provide ample torque at all engine speeds. The 4-speed AT, 6-speed MT, and 6-speed AT is intuitive and responsive.

The 1SV and Base models are steered by an electric power steering (EPS), while the GT and GTP are directed by a hydraulic power steering (HPS). The Base is also available with the option of HPS. Both the steering are responsive and offer direct, precise responses, but the HPS feels slightly crisper than the EPS.

The 1SV and Base are equipped with a Touring suspension, while the GT and GTP ride on a sport suspension with thicker direct acting front stabilizer bar and enhanced steering rack bushing, and thicker rear stabilizer bar. This fine-tuned suspension system delivers a surprisingly sporty ride. It also minimizes body sway while cornering or cruising on uneven roads.

The 1SV and Base feature 4-wheel disc brakes, while the GT and GTP come with 4-wheel anti-lock, 4-wheel disc brakes, which also include traction control. These sharp brakes provide vigorous stopping power to the G6’s wheels and bring it to a quick, screech-less halt at an extremely short distance.

The Base model is offered with the option of Enhanced Traction System (ETS), while the GT comes standard with full-function Traction Control System (TCS). The ETS monitors power and gear selection to prevent wheel spin during acceleration.

The GTP comes standard with Stabilitrak, which is optional on GT. Stabilitrak is one of the most advanced vehicle dynamic control systems. It constantly measures vehicle forces to selectively monitor and manipulate braking and accelerator inputs to maintain composure, should the driver lose control.

The G6 Sedan and Coupe earned five stars, the best rating possible, for protection of the driver in frontal impacts and four stars for protection of the front passenger from the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

All trims feature standard head curtain and side-impact air bags on the front and rear outboard seating positions. The Base, GT, and GTP come standard with frontal, dual-stage air bags for the driver and right-front passenger with a passenger sensing system. These trims are also available with the option of seat mounted side-impact thorax air bags.

All trims are standard with height-adjustable 3-point safety belts for the driver and right-front passenger, and 3-point safety belts on all rear seating positions. All trims come standard with a theft-deterrent alarm system and PASSlock III Plus. The Base, GT, and GTP also feature an extended range remote keyless entry and an anti-lock braking system (ABS).