The 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix is a mid-size 4-door luxury sedan manufactured by General Motors. First introduced for the 1962 model year, the Pontiac Grand Prix has seen seven generations till date, the 2007 model being a part of the seventh generation.

Based on the W-body platform, the 2007 Grand Prix is available in a choice of three models: Sedan, GT, and GXP. All are offered in a five-seater, front-wheel drive (FWD) configuration.

The Grand Prix comes with a powertrain warranty for five years or 100,000 miles and a basic warranty for three years or 36,000 miles. It gives a tough competition to the likes of the Buick Century, Buick LaCrosse, Buick Regal, Chevrolet Impala, and Chevrolet Monte Carlo.

With three models, the Grand Prix offers a choice of three hi-tech engines. The Grand Prix Sedan is powered by a 3.8-liter V-6 engine, which produces 200 hp @ 5,200 rpm and 230 lb-ft. of torque @ 4,000 rpm. The GT derives power from a 3.8-liter V-6 supercharged engine, which delivers 260 hp @ 5,400 rpm and 280 lb-ft. @ 3,600 rpm. The GXP gets its power from a 5.3-liter V-8 engine, which churns out 303 hp @ 5,600 rpm and 323 lb-ft. @ 4,400 rpm.

All the three engines are linked to a standard electronically controlled 4-speed automatic transmission with overdrive. Both the 3.8-liter V-6 engines feature electronic throttle control. Fuel is delivered to all the three engines through sequential fuel injection (SFI).

The 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix looks stylish, curvy, and beautiful. With a length of 198.3 inches and a wheelbase of 110.5 inches, all Grand Prix models have a wide stance. The front fascia of the Grand Prix is adorned by a body-color bumper, sleek headlamps, and a broad twin-grille divided by the Pontiac insignia. The Sedan and GT feature front and rear fascias with Gray lower accents, while the GXP comes with front and rear body-color fascias. The Sedan and GT are also offered with the option of custom grille inserts.

All models come standard with high-intensity halogen composite headlamps and daytime running lamps. Front fog lamps are standard on GT and GXP, and optional on Sedan. Body-color body-side moldings adorn the profile of the Grand Prix. All the Grand Prix models also feature power-adjustable outside mirrors and front intermittent wipers.

The Sedan and GT come standard with an aerodynamic rear spoiler, and are also available with the option of a Sport rear spoiler. The GXP features a standard GXP Sport rear spoiler. An integral rear backlight antenna is common across all the models. All models also come standard with a wide opening rear door, with three opening positions to 82 degrees.

The Sedan features a single-outlet stainless-steel exhaust system, while the GT comes with a dual-outlet stainless-steel exhaust system, which is optional on the Sedan. The GXPs exhaust system includes dual outlets with chrome tips with dual exhaust.

The Sedan wears standard 16-inch aluminum, painted wheels and rolls on P225/60R16, Touring Blackwall tires. The GT features standard 17-inch aluminum wheels and rides on P225/55HR17, Touring Blackwall tires. These tires are optional on the Sedan. The GXP comes with standard 18-inch aluminum, polished, forged wheels and cruises on P255/45R18 front and P225/50R18 rear tires. Besides these, some more options are also available on the Grand Prix for wheels and tires.

The Grand Prix comes with plush, comfortable interiors that offer seating for up to five passengers. All models come standard with front bucket seats and 60/40 split-folding rear seats. All models feature a 6-way power driver-seat adjuster. Heated front seats and front passenger seat with a flat-folding seatback are standard on GXP and optional on Sedan and GT. The GT and GXP come standard with a 2-way power seat adjuster and lumbar for the driver, which is available as an option on the Sedan.

Chrome interior accents are standard on GT and GXP, and optional on Sedan. The Sedan and GT feature single-zone manual air-conditioning, whereas the GXP offers superior comfort with dual-zone automatic climate control with individual climate settings for driver and right front passenger, rear seat heating/cooling outlets and outside temperature display. Dual-zone automatic climate control is optional on Sedan and GT. All models come standard with power windows fitted with solar-ray light tinted glass and power programmable door locks with lockout protection and enhanced safety.

The Sedan features a urethane steering wheel and shift knob, while the GT and GXP come standard with a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, which is optional on Sedan. All models come with a tilt-adjustable steering column. The GT and GXP come with steering wheel-mounted radio controls, which are available as an option on the Sedan.

The Sedan, GT, and GXP come with a floor console with floor shifter, integral armrest with leather cover, lighted shift indicator, storage compartment, two front cup-holders, two removable rear cup holders, two auxiliary power outlets, and storage for small items. The GT and GXP also feature an overhead console, which is optional on the Sedan. All Grand Prix models feature a manual day/night inside rear-view mirror.

The Sedan comes with a 3-button driver information center (DIC), which includes language selection (English, Spanish, and French), date, PRNDL, oil-life monitor, tire pressure, odometer, driver warning messages, and personalization features such as door locks and interior/exterior lighting. The GT and GXP come standard with a 5-button DIC/trip computer, which includes DIC information and a compass, outside air temperature, average speed, elapsed timer, average and instantaneous fuel economy, and much more. This 5-button DIC/trip computer is optional on the Sedan model.

An electric defogger on the rear-window, with front and side window outlets for the driver and front passenger, is standard on all models. The Grand Prix is also offered with the option of a power sunroof. It also comes equipped with electronic cruise control with set-and-resume speed. All models are also available with an optional OnStar turn-by-turn navigation system, which gives simple, audio-based directions to safely get the passengers to their destination.

There is no dearth of entertainment options in the Grand Prix. All its models feature a standard audio system including an AM/FM stereo with CD player, seek-and-scan, auto-tone control, Radio Data System (RDS), speed-compensated volume, Theftlock, and a programmable equalizer. Some entertainment options available on all models include an audio system with an AM/FM stereo with 6-disc in-dash CD changer with a DVD-based navigation system, seek-and-scan, an auto-tone control, a RDS, a Theftlock, a CDX receiver, a random disc function, a graphic equalizer, and an XM Radio, which offers a range of coast-to-coast channels in digital-quality sound. The Sedan and GT’s audio system features a six-speaker system, while that of the GXP features a Monsoon 9-speaker system with amplifier, which is optional on the Sedan and GT.

The Grand Prix comes with a trunk whose cargo capacity is 16 cubic-feet. However, the total cargo capacity can be stretched to 57 cubic-feet by folding the rear and front-passenger seats.

The Grand Prix is offered in a standard FWD layout, which puts the engine weight directly over the driven wheels, thereby improving traction on slippery or snow-packed roads.

It offers a choice of three engines: 3.6L V-6, 3.8L V-6 Supercharged, and 5.3L V-8, which produces 200 hp, 260 hp, and 303 hp respectively. The 3.8L Supercharged V-6 offers sharp responses. The 5.3L V-8 offers terrific acceleration. It can touch a speed of 0-60 miles per hour in a mere 5.7 seconds. The 3.8L V-6 Supercharged and the 5.3L V-8 are equipped with drive-by-wire electronic throttle control (ETC), which has 19 discrete response "maps" that sense the driving situation and deliver the appropriate engine response.

The Sedan and GT are maneuvered by a power rack-and-pinion steering, while the GXP is steered by a power rack-and-pinion steering with Magnasteer II variable assist, which matches the steering assist to the car’s speed, while a four-channel anti-lock braking system (ABS) provides additional control on uneven surfaces and in unpleasant weather.

The Sedan and GT ride on a 4-wheel independent suspension with WideTrack system. The WideTrack handling system features six sophisticated components working in tandem to blend dynamic handling with superb control. Four-wheel independent suspension offers a smoother, more responsive ride. Direct-acting stabilizer bars in both front and rear deliver a flatter ride while taking sharp curves.

The GXP comes with a performance tuned, 4-wheel independent suspension, which has new spring rates, larger anti-roll bars, and premium monotube Bilstein gas shocks. This suspension system delivers a smooth and controlled ride.

The Sedan is equipped with 4-wheel disc brakes with electronic brake force distribution (EBD), while the GT and GXP feature 4-wheel anti-lock, 4-wheel disc brakes with EBD, which are optional on the Sedan. These brakes give a smooth, progressive pedal feel, even when pressed hard.

The GXP also comes with StabiliTrak Sport, a performance-tuned vehicle stability enhancement system. It compares steering inputs to vehicle response and selectively activates critical control inputs to help the driver stay on track.

The Sedan comes with the option of a powertrain-modulated enhanced traction system (ETS), while the GT and GXP are equipped with powertrain and brake-modulated full function traction control

The Grand Prix comes with numerous modern safety features to ensure protection of its occupants. All three models come standard with frontal air bags for the driver and right front passenger, 3-point rear safety belts at all positions with child comfort guides in outboard positions, and 3-point safety belts for the driver and front passenger. Front and rear side roof rail air bags are optional on all three models.

The Grand Prix also features a theft-deterrent alarm system including PASS-Key III, remote keyless entry with content theft-deterrent system, and child security rear door locks, et al.