Pontiac G6
The Epsilon-based successor to the Grand Am that famously launched with an Oprah Winfrey giveaway.
- Power
- 200 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 7.9 s
- Top speed
- 112 mph
- Est. value
- $500–$3k
About the Pontiac G6
Introduced for the 2005 model year, the Pontiac G6 replaced the long-running Grand Am and was built on GM's Epsilon platform, shared with the Chevrolet Malibu and Saab 9-3. The 3.5-litre V6 trim served as the launch engine, utilizing a pushrod design that prioritised low-end torque over high-revving refinement. It gained instant cultural notoriety when Oprah Winfrey gave away 276 examples to her studio audience during the season premiere. While it offered a more modern, European-influenced design than its predecessor, it struggled to compete with more refined Japanese rivals in the mid-size segment.
Pontiac G6 specs
The Pontiac G6 produces 200 bhp (149 kW) and 298 Nm (220 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 7.9 seconds and has a top speed of 112 mph (180 km/h).
| Make | Pontiac |
|---|---|
| Model | G6 |
| Trim | 3.5 |
| Years | 2004–2010 |
| Type | Saloon |
| Body style | Sedan |
| Country | United States |
| Original price | About $21,000 when new |
| Engine | 3.5-litre V6 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 3,498 cc (3.5 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 200 bhp (149 kW) at 5,600 rpm |
| Torque | 298 Nm (220 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,400 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 7.9 s |
| Top speed | 112 mph (180 km/h) |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,551 kg (3,419 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 129 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Pontiac G6 worth?
A typical Pontiac G6 is estimated to be worth $500 – $2,500 (about £373 – £1,900).
Its original price when new was about $21,000.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Pontiac G6 rarity in CarSpot
The Pontiac G6 is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 0 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Pontiac G6 fun facts
- The G6 name was chosen to represent the 'sixth generation' of the Grand Am lineage, though it was marketed as an entirely new model.
- During a 2004 episode of The Oprah Winfrey Show, every audience member was given a new G6, a stunt that cost GM approximately $7 million.
- The G6 was one of the few mid-size American cars of its era to offer a panoramic 'four-panel' sliding glass sunroof.
