Pontiac Cars

Pontiac brings a specially outfitted Solstice GXPcoupe to SEMA. It is equipped with GM Performance Parts Stage 2performance kit and performance air intake kit, which boost horsepowerto about 290 (216 kW). The car also wears a GM Performance Partscat-back exhaust system and race-ready suspension kit. It rolls onpolished factory wheels.

Like the Solstice roadster, the new coupe model isavailable in high-performance GXP form, including the 260-horsepower(194 kW) turbocharged 2.0-liter Ecotec engine a powertrain that usesdirect injection technology to deliver up to 28 mpg in EPA-ratedhighway economy.

New for 2009 is the Solstice coupe a sleek,fastback-styled hardtop body style with a removable roof panel. Itenables an open-air driving experience yet offers a greater range ofall-season driving opportunities.

The G8 ST concept is powered by a uniquelyconfigured 6.0L small-block V-8, rated at 361 horsepower (269 kW) and385 lb.-ft. of torque (522 Nm). It features GMs Active Fuel Managementtechnology, which allows the engine to switch from V-8 power tofour-cylinder operation during light-load driving conditions, enhancingfuel economy. The transmission is a Hydra-Matic 6L80 six-speedautomatic.

Highlights of the concept vehicle include:

Pontiac ramps up the excitement for the productionmodel with a concept vehicle upgraded with accessories that inspireenthusiasts about the possibilities of this distinctive vehicle. Infact, this concept incorporates many parts that will likely be offeredby GM Accessories when the G8 ST hits dealerships.

The 2010 Pontiac G8 ST is a dramatically differentvehicle that blends the performance of the G8 sports sedan with thecargo capabilities of a light truck. It significantly stretchesPontiacs commitment to style and performance and is expected to arrivein dealers showrooms in late 2009.

Overall, the G8 GXP Street concept can be summed upwith one word: menacing. And with 638 horsepower on tap, it has got themuscle to back up the attitude.

Inside are custom, leather-trimmed seats with GXPembroidered on the headrests. Theres also a new gauge cluster withunique graphics and the silver-finish factory trim has a new,black-chrome, metallic look.

The exterior of the silver G8 GXP Street conceptwears custom front and rear fascias and new rocker panels that give ita more aggressive appearance. The front fascia features unique upperand lower grilles, while the rear fascia incorporates a racing-stylediffuser. All of the exterior bright trim has a black chrome finish.Theres also a performance exhaust system with custom-cut aluminum tipsexiting through the rear fascia.

Handling and stopping performance are enhanced witha lowered ride height, stiffer springs and a disc brake packageborrowed from the Cadillac CTS-V. The calipers are painted red andfeature CNC-milled GXP logos; theyre visible through a set of customer20-inch aluminum wheels with a sinister black chrome finish. Theyremounted on performance rubber.

In factory form, the G8 GXP features a 6.2L(376-cu.-in.) V-8 rated at 415 horsepower (309 kW) and 415 lb.-ft. oftorque (562 Nm), but the new LSX454 (part number 19166972) delivers 7.4liters of unadulterated grunt. It cranks out 638 horsepower (476 kW)and 600 lb.ft. of torque (813 Nm). The engine uses the LSX Bowtiecylinder block, new six-bolt LSX cylinder heads and an all-forgedrotating assembly. Backing the LSX454 is the GXPs Hydra-Matic 6L80six-speed automatic transmission.

Both the Pontiac G8 GXP and the LSX454 crate enginefrom GM Performance Parts are new this fall. GM engineers figured therewas no better way to highlight them than combining them in anintimidating street machine.

Pontiac G8 GXP Street concept

Long known for delivering performance of many kinds, Pontiac rolls into the 2008 SEMA Show with a trio of tuner-inspired concept