Pontiac Grand Prix

Name: 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix
Brand: Pontiac

EPA MPG: 24 mpg

Owner Reported MPG:

EPA MPG: 24 mpg

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Road Test

Despite this redesign for 2004, the Grand Prix remained a mediocre car. Its large exterior dimensions mask a cramped interior. Coupe-like styling limits visibility and access, particularly to the rear. Ride quality is stiff and uncomfortable, the car isn't very agile, and the noisy engine and brakes are unimpressive.

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Crash Tests

IIHS Front Moderate Overlap

Good

IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver

IIHS Side Crash

Marginal

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NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash

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Driving Experience

Comfort

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Crash Tests

IIHS Front Moderate Overlap

Good

IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver

IIHS Side Crash

Marginal

NHTSA Overall Crash

NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash

NHTSA Overall Side-Crash

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Crash Tests

IIHS Front Moderate Overlap

Good

IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver

IIHS Side Crash

Marginal

NHTSA Overall Crash

NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash

NHTSA Overall Side-Crash

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Features & Specs

sedan

2 front, 3 rear

Front

3.8-liter V6 (200 hp)
5.3-liter V8 (303 hp)

4-speed automatic

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Model History

2004-2008

2004 Redesign Year

With its stiff suspension, heavy steering, and prominent exhaust sound, the Grand Prix presents a sporty veneer that comes up short in substance. The powertrain is responsive but lacks polish. Handling is secure but not agile. The interior is cramped for a car of this size. The rear seat, however, is short on head room, and the ride is unexceptional. Despite a redesign for 2004, the Grand Prix continues its mediocre tradition. The base V6 engine is fairly quick but noisy. The GTP model features a supercharged V6. The ride is very stiff and braking is only adequate. The low roofline limits head room and visibility.

1997-2003

1997 Redesign Year

Earlier versions of this model didn't measure up in performance or comfort. In our tests, the Grand Prix handled well in routine driving but was sluggish in emergency maneuvers. The optional 3.4-liter V6 delivers a little more punch than the 3.1-liter V6, but it's notably thirstier. Redesigned for 1997, the Grand Prix came with a 3.8-liter V6 in standard and supercharged versions. It corners crisply with little body lean, and the front seats are quite comfortable. The rear seat, however, is short on head room, and the ride is unexceptional.