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Pontiac Solstice Shared technology

The sharing of technology and various components is a common practice among automakers, resulting in reduced parts costs. The Solstice shares major components with nearly every GM division:

* The rear axle and differential are from the Sigma-based Cadillac CTS
* The interior storage bin is from the Cadillac XLR
* The passenger's side airbag, steering column, and exterior and interior door handles are from the Chevrolet Cobalt
* The backup lights are from the GMC Envoy
* The heating, ventilating, and air conditioning modules are from the Hummer H3
* The front fog lamp assembly is from the Pontiac Grand Prix
* The steering wheel is also featured in the Pontiac Torrent, Pontiac G5, Chevrolet Corvette, Chevrolet Malibu
* The 2.4 L Ecotec engine is shared with the Pontiac G6, Chevrolet Malibu, and Chevrolet HHR
* The five-speed manual transmission is the same as in the Hummer H3, GMC Canyon, and Chevrolet Colorado
* The five-speed automatic is identical to those of the Cadillac CTS, STS, and SRX
* The side view mirrors and AC vents are from the Fiat Barchetta
* The seat frames are from the previous generation Opel Corsa

Pontiac Solstice

Pontiac Solstice

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Pontiac G8 Background

The G8 was the first rear-wheel drive four-door sedan sold under the Pontiac name since the 1986 Bonneville and Parisienne. However there are other rear-wheel drive Pontiac offerings on the road such as the Solstice and the discontinued GTO. The GTO was another Holden product, known as the Monaro in Australia, repurposed and rebadged for U.S. consumption. Production was discontinued in 2006 due to new US safety regulations and the architecture being phased out worldwide in favor of the new Zeta platform on which the G8 is based.

Pontiac G8

Pontiac G8

2009 Pontiac Solstice Information

Assembly Wilmington, Delaware, United States
Class Roadster, coupe
Body style(s) 2-door convertible
2-door coupe
Layout FR layout
Platform GM Kappa platform
Engine(s) 2.4 L Ecotec LE5 I4
2.0 L Ecotec LNF I4
177 hp
Turbocharged 260 hp (GXP)
Transmission(s) 5-speed Aisin AR5 manual
5-speed 5L40-E automatic
Wheelbase 2416 mm (95.1 in)
Length 3993 mm (157.2 in)
Width 1811 mm (71.3 in)
Height 1273 mm (50.1 in)
Coupe: 50.9 in (1293 mm)
Curb weight 1305 kg (2877 lbs)

2009 Pontiac Solstice

2009 Pontiac Solstice

Pontiac Vibe 2009 Top Review

Model year(s) 2009-2010
Body style(s) 5-door hatchback
Engine(s) 1.8L 2ZR-FE 132 hp I4
2.4L 2AZ-FE 158 hp I4
Transmission(s) 5-speed manual
5-speed automatic
4-speed automatic
Length 172.1 in (4371 mm)
AWD: 171.9 in (4366 mm)
Width 69.4 in (1763 mm)
Height Base: 60.9 in (1547 mm)
AWD: 62.7 in (1593 mm)
GT: 61.3 in (1557 mm)
Designer Ron Aselton

Second Generation FWD Vibes also offer computerized traction-control and anti-lock brakes. Rear disc brakes are standard on all models. Luggage racks are no longer standard order.

Pontiac G8 2009 top and incredibles images and review

The G8 lineup also adds standard XM Satellite Radio, with Bluetooth connectivity provided later in the year, and four new exterior color choices: Maverick Silver Metallic, Sport Red Metallic, Stryker Blue Metallic and Pacific Slate Metallic. Meanwhile, Stealth Blue and Ignition Orange are unavailable for 2009 .

Pontiac G8 2009

Pontiac G8 2009

Also for 2009, the oil pressure and battery voltage gauges at the top of the center console have been eliminated. Heavy criticism among the automotive press of the outdated appearance of these red LED gauges no doubt factored heavily in their removal. The gauges were simply replaced with a small storage compartment.

Pontiac G8 2009

Pontiac G8 2009

Pontiac Solstice Coupe 2009 Amazing Design Full Information

Manufacturer General Motors
Production 2005–2009
Model year(s) 2006–2009
Assembly Wilmington, Delaware, United States
Class Roadster, coupe
Body style(s) 2-door convertible
2-door coupe
Layout FR layout
Platform GM Kappa platform
Engine(s) 2.4 L Ecotec LE5 I4
2.0 L Ecotec LNF I4
177 hp
Turbocharged 260 hp (GXP)
Transmission(s) 5-speed Aisin AR5 manual
5-speed 5L40-E automatic
Wheelbase 2416 mm (95.1 in)
Length 3993 mm (157.2 in)
Width 1811 mm (71.3 in)
Height 1273 mm (50.1 in)
Coupe: 50.9 in (1293 mm)
Curb weight 1305 kg (2877 lbs)
Pontiac Solstice Coupe 2009

Pontiac Solstice Coupe 2009

The Solstice GXP Coupe concept is based on the GXP coupe. It is equipped with GM Performance Parts Stage 2 performance kit and team performance intake air, which maximize the engine horsepower to about 290 (216 kW). The car also includes a GM Performance Parts cat-back exhaust system and race ready suspension kit, wheels, polishing factory.
Pontiac Solstice Coupe 2009