2007 Pontiac G5: Overview

Vehicle Highlights

G5 marks the return of a compact coupe to Pontiac's lineup after the Sunfire was discontinued in 2005. This 2-dr comes in base and GT models. It shares its basic design and 4-cyl powertrains with the Chevrolet Cobalt, but G5 doesn't offer sedan or supercharged versions. Base G5s have 148 hp, GTs have 173. A 5-speed manual transmission is standard. A 4-speed automatic is optional. Traction control is available with automatic transmission. ABS is optional on the base G5, standard on GT. GTs include rear disc brakes and sport suspension. Front side airbags and curtain side airbags are available on all. OnStar assistance and remote engine start are optional. G5's performance and accommodations mirror those of similarly equipped Cobalts.

COMPETITION

Consumer Guide® Automotive places each vehicle into one of 18 classes based on size, price, and market position. Compact Cars comprise popularly priced sedans, hatchbacks, and wagons with wheelbases 100 inches or longer.

Our Best Buys include the Honda Civic and Mazda 3. Our Recommended picks are the Chevrolet Cobalt, Ford Focus, and Mazda 5.

New or significantly redesigned models include the Hyundai Elantra, Nissan Sentra, Nissan Versa, and Pontiac G5.