
2009 Pontiac G6 GT Convertible Review
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short: An entertaining and sporty-looking hardtop convertible. |
This good-looking and smooth-shaped vehicle is a relatively, as far hardtop convertibles go, affordable excuse to alleviate boredom. Driven by a decent 3.5-liter V6 engine that emits a pleasant hum, the rear spoiler-clad 2009 Pontiac G6 GT Convertible is also available as a coupe or sedan, competing with models such as the Nissan Altima and Volkswagen Jetta. This front-wheel-drive droptop is equipped with a four-speed automatic transmission with overdrive, and shows off suitable handling although with some torque steer.
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Inside are comfortable cloth bucket seats—heated leather versions are available—and an XM satellite radio-capable AM/FM/CD audio system with audio jacks for iPod/MP3 players. There’s plenty of room in the front, but noticeably less in the rear. A slow-to-retract top and a small trunk with a heavy door doesn’t charm. The G6 GT convertible’s slew of options helps, however, including features such as dual exhaust outlets, a six-way power driver seat and an audio system with a six-disc CD changer.

Warranty/Service: 3-year/36,000-mile basic warranty; 5-year/100,000-mile drivetrain warranty and roadside assistance; 6-year/100,000-mile corrosion warranty.
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Base Price: $28,680 / As Tested: $31,629 |
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Vehicle type: front engine, front-wheel drive, 4-passenger, 2-door convertible
Engine: 3.9-liter V6 with continuously variable valve timing
Horsepower: 238 hp @ 4,000 rpm
Torque: 222 lb-ft @ 5,600 rpm
Transmission: 4-speed automatic with overdrive
Curb weight: 3,855 lbs
Wheelbase: 112.3 in
Length/Width/Height: 189.1/70.6/56.7 in
Turning circle: 39.3 ft
Brakes: all-wheel power-assisted disc with ABS
Suspension: MacPherson strut with aluminum L-shaped controls arms in front; four-link independent with twin-tube gas shocks in rear; stabilizer bars in front and rear |
Traction: electronic stability control; traction control system
EPA City: 17 mpg
EPA Highway: 24 mpg
Safety: dual-stage frontal driver and passenger airbags; side-impact thorax airbags; OnStar 8.0; passenger airbag on/off switch; daytime running lights
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(Updated
04/14/10 NW) |