#22

in Affordable Midsize Cars

Based on analysis of 51 G6 reviews and test drives.

MSRP: $20,490 - $32,300
Invoice: $19,363 - $30,524
MPG: 22 City / 33 Hwy
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U.S.News Scores

Overall:7.1
Performance:6.8
Exterior:8.1
Interior:7.6
Safety:8.2
Reliability:7.0
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Safety - What the Auto Press Says

The 2009 Pontiac G6 receives five out of five stars for protecting its driver in a front-impact crash test performed by the federal government. It receives only four, however, for protecting the passenger. Both front and rear passengers get five-star protection in side-impacts.

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety gives the G6 a score of  "good" for frontal impacts, but just "acceptable" in side impacts.

All 2009 Pontiac G6s get four-wheel antilock disc brakes and traction control. Stability control, however, is standard only on the GXP model. On all other trims, it's an extra-cost option - which puts the G6 behind many competitors who include stability control on all their cars. Six airbags are standard.

  • "Vision astern is blocked by tall headrests, to the sides and front corners by thick roof pillars." -- Consumer Guide
Review Last Updated: 8/27/09