2008 Pontiac Solstice Safety Review [ 2007 ]
Based on analysis of 44 Solstice reviews and test drives.
Safety - What the Auto Press Says
The 2008 Pontiac Solstice does admirably in federal government crash tests. The Solstice comes standard with front, driver and right front passenger air bags with an occupant sensing feature.
The 2008 Pontiac Solstice convertible earns four out of five stars for both driver and front passenger protection in front impact crashes. In side impact crashes, the Solstice earns four stars for front seat occupant protection. The Solstice also earns five out of five stars for two-wheel drive rollover rating. BusinessWeek calls these crash test results, "respectable."
The Pontiac Solstice can come with GM's OnStar services, which include accident assistance, crash notification, emergency services, remote door unlock, roadside assistance, hands-free calling and more information and convenience services.
Accident Avoidance
The Pontiac Solstice is fitted with four-wheel disc brakes and a tire pressure monitoring system. The GXP trim comes standard with StabiliTrak for enhanced stability control.
Crash Protection
The Solstice has driver and front passenger air bags and three-point safety belts with pretensioners.
