Pontiac G6 Model Years and History

For 2009, Pontiac's G6 returns in its many forms--coupe, convertible, and sedan. Dropped from the line-up are power-adjustable pedals, the GXP Preferred Package, Chrome Accessory package and the exterior colors Ivory White and Liquid Silver Metallic. Four new exterior colors have been added, as have a G6 sedan Sport Package, a Sun and Sound Plus Package for GT and GXP sedans and coupes.

For 2008, the Pontiac G6 lineup is bolstered with a new, performance-oriented GXP sedan and coupe, which replace the former GTP for all but the convertible. The convertible is now only available in a single trim, the GT. Safety is also stepped up. Seat-mounted thorax side impact air bags are now standard on all models, along with anti-lock brakes. Entertainment systems are improved with a new auxiliary input jack for all models, plus OnStar. GT models now get standard XM satellite radio, and an 18-inch wheel option is new for the GT convertible. Three new exterior colors are offered: Cranberry Metallic, Midnight Blue Metallic, and White Diamond Tricoat.

Redesigned in 2005, the G6 replaced the Grand Am as Pontiac's mid-size offering. It is again available as a coupe, convertible, and sedan. For 2007, the coupe receives a more powerful base V6 engine capable of 224 horsepower, up from 201 horsepower in 2006. A leather-wrapped steering wheel, shifter and brake handle are now standard on the coupe. The GTP's engine, no longer available on the convertible, also receives a slight boost in power. The GTP engine is mated to a six-speed automatic rather than last-year's four-speed slushbox. Side curtain air bags are now standard on the coupe and sedan.