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2008 PONTIAC G8 PRODUCTION SPECS FROM GM CANADA Quick Facts: -Start of Production – Late 2007 -Dealer Availability – Early 2008 -Models – Base (V6), GT (V8) -Bodystyle – 5-Passenger Sedan -Drive Configuration – Rear Wheel Drive -Construction – Body-Frame Integral, 2-side galvanized, high strength steel -Powertrains (160,000km / 5-Year Warranty) – 3.6L/261 hp V6 VVT (LY7) / 5-Speed Automatic (5L40) – 6.0L/362 hp V8 (L76) / 6-Speed Automatic (6L80) / 6-Speed Manual (2009 MY) -Suspension – 4-Wheel Independent, Multi-link front/rear -Manufacturing Location – Adelaide, Australia -Key Competitors – Nissan Maxima, Dodge Charger, Infiniti G35 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- While the vehicle unveiled in Chicago is representative of a production GT, the show car has a few features not found on production G8’s Unique Show Car Features -Unique 20-inch “shadow chrome” wheels and performance tires -A slightly lower suspension ride height -High-performance brake rotors with painted brake calipers -Custom interior trim color, including a leather-wrapped dash -Concept version of the Pontiac “dart” -Unique Show Car paint ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Exterior Features: -114.8 inch wheelbase -18/19 inch aluminum wheels -Fog lamps -Roof mounted antenna -True dual exhaust -Dual chrome outlets (base), Quad chrome outlets (GT) -Standard Rear Lip Spoiler -Available low-wing spoiler -Dual-Port Grilles -Wheels-at-the-Corners Stance -Fender Flares over Wheels -Hood Scoops -Front Fender Vents -Projector-Beam Headlamps -Jewel-Like Tail lamps, red lenses (Base) or clear Lenses (GT) Interior Features: -Power-adjustable front seats -Alloy Pedals (Optional) -Leather Steering Wheel, Shift Knob (GT) -Driver oriented instrument cluster -Electronic driver information center -Satin and chrome trim accents -Highly bolstered front seats -Optional two-tone leather/cloth inserts w/Color Coordinated Cluster (GT only) -Heated Leather Seats -Down and forward instrument panel for visibility -Available 230W/11 speaker stereo, with color display -XM Satellite Radio -Available dual-zone HVAC (Standard on GT) -OnStar w/Turn by Turn directions Performance Features: -Near 50/50 front-to-rear weight balance -Trunk-mounted battery (weight distribution) -Steering rack mounted ahead of front axle -Low engine mounts rearward of front chassis cradle -Vented Front and rear rotors -Standard StabiliTrak electronic Stability Control -Twin-piston front calipers -Four-wheel independent suspension -Four-link, coil-over-shock rear suspension -Direct-acting front stabilizer -Decoupled rear stabilizer -McPhearson Struts in front -Four-wheel disc brakes with ABS and Full Function Traction control -Active Fuel Management (GT) -Limited-Slip differential -Manual Shift Mode on Automatic Transmission Safety Features: -80% high strength steel -Optimized front and rear deformation zones -Vented front and rear rotors -Standard StabiliTrak -Twin-piston front calipers -Four-wheel disc brakes with ABS and traction control -Electronic brake assist, and electronic brake force distribution -Roof Rail Curtain air bags for both seating rows -Six standard Air Bags; 2 frontal, 2 curtain, 2 side-thorax -Passenger Sensing Suppression air bag? -Multiple air bag sensors (2 front, 2 side) -Safety belt dual pre-tensioners (front) -Ride-down steering column -Daytime Running Lamps -Breakaway pedals -Standard OnStar w/1-Yr. Safety & Security Production Interior :

I put down all the info I have at this point. No G5 / Cobalt on the list...yet.

GM Canada released this a little while ago, but I just noticed it today... 2008 Vehicle production schedules. Bold, Italic = updates / adds - As Of February 2nd, 2007 Model / Plant / Start of Production Date For The 2008 Model. • Chevrolet Eqiunox / Pontiac Torrent - CAMI - June 28th, 2007. • Trailblazer / Envoy / 9-7X - Moraine - July 16th, 2007. • Acadia / Outlook - Lansing Delta - June 18th, 2007. • Enclave - Lansing Delta - April 2nd, 2007. • Tahoe / Yukon Denali / Suburban / Yukon XL Denali - Janesville - July 23rd, 2007. • Suburban - Silao (Mexico) - July 16th, 2007. • Yukon XL / Tahoe / Yukon / Escalade / Escalade ESV - Arlington - June 25th, 2007. • HHR - Ramos - June 25th, 2007 • SRX - Lansing GR - May 29th, 2007. • H2 / SUT - Indiana - July 16th, 2007. • H3 - Shreveport - June 18th, 2007. • VUE - Ramos - May 16th, 2007 • Uplander - Doraville - July 11th, 2007. • Express / Savana - Wentzville - June 22nd, 2007. • Colorado / Canyon - Shreveport - June 18th, 2007. • Avalanche / Escalade EXT - Silao (Mexico) - July 16th, 2007. • Silverado / Sierra - Pontiac - July 16th, 2007. • Silverado / Sierra - Fort Wayne - June 25th, 2007. • Silverado / Sierra - Oshawa - June 25th, 2007. • Silverado / Sierra - Silao (Mexico) - July 16th, 2007. • Silverado / Sierra (2500 and 3500) - Flint - July 15th, 2007. • Aura - Fairfax - July 16th, 2007. • Malibu - Fairfax - October 15, 2007 • ** Beside Monte Carlo it says N/A in 08, but there is a SOP date. So I dont know whats going on there.**-Oshawa- June 22nd, 2007. • Allure - Oshawa - July 19th, 2007. • Grand Prix - Oshawa - April 30th, 2007. • G6 - Orion - June 25th, 2007. • Impala - Oshawa - April 30th, 2007. • Lucerne - Hamtrack - July 19th, 2007. • DTS - Hamtrack - July 19th, 2007. • STS - Lansing - June 11th, 2007. • CTS - Lansing - July 23rd, 2007. • XLR - Bowling Green - June 4th, 2007. • Corvette - Bowling Green - June 18th, 2007. • Saab 9/3 and 9/5 - Sweden - August 1st, 2007. • Sky / Solstice - Wilmington - June 18th, 2007 • Vibe - Fremont - June 4th, 2007 • Cobalt / G5 - Lordstown - August 6th, 2007 ** This is all of the information provided to me at this time. Once any changes are made I will note them in this thread. No 2008 vehicle information has been released yet. **

I was also shocked at the fact that a 'true black' was not offered when I originally ordered Acadia's for stock. However, the new carbon metallic color is pretty much metallic black paint, rather than flat black. I talked to my GM rep to figure this out. It is similar to what Toyota does to some of their 'black' paint colors, they make them metallic.

Yes, the Epica is coming too, but he didn't have a time frame for it. To touch on concerns over Equinox sales....When I won a GM trip in September to France and Italy, I was lucky enough to get the chance to view the Captiva up close. It is much bigger than it appears in pictures, im pretty sure it is bigger than the Equinox. The interior can not be justified in these pictures, as I thought it looked way better in real life. To further prove that the Captiva is coming to Canada, It is already on our vehicle locator under Chevrolet.

So my GM rep was in town yesterday, and I noticed on my allotment list that it contained "Captiva" on the Chevrolet list. I questioned him about whether or not it was a mistake, and he told me it wasn't and that it would be in Canada as a 2007 model shortly after the new year. I had been told this a few months ago, but I wasn't too sure about it. He confirmed that it is true and that it would be brought over from Europe.

Not sure if they told us the release date from the GXP G6, if they did I wasnt paying attention. No, the refreshed Cobalt was not there, and I was quite disappointed. I was also hoping the refreshed 2008 Colorado and Canyon would be there.

I was positive they said a Cobalt Hybrid for 2008...Maybe I was sleeping ? I caught the Malibu hybrid and the GMT-900 hybrids, and I was told that they are planning 8 hybrids by 2009. Did you hear something else? And would you care to answer some questions about the STS, as I didn't get a great glimpse of the car.

Sorry it took me so long to reply, I had to travel home from Toronto today. So I talked to my GM rep to clear a few things up: • The clay model STS we were shown is not a brand new vehicle....but an EXTENSIVELY reworked STS for 2008. • The G6 GXP Coupe is identical to the one shown at Left Lane News. (Except they didn't show us the inside, so im not sure if that is the same, but the exterior is. And yes the spoiler was on it too.) G6 GXP Coupe at Left Lane News • The Acadia is more stunning inside than out. The interior is beautifully crafted, with rich looking materials. • To address the questions about Acadia and Enclave size, they are quite big. Much bigger than portrayed by pictures. • The Solstice GXP was just what you've seen, no hardtop. • Another point from the meeting....8 Hybrid models by 2009....including the Cobalt in 2008! • We were also shown the H3 SUT, very cool.

I thought the same thing....there can't be a new STS already, but there is. It was a clay model (they told us that, and it looked very real), and they told each and every dealer there that it was for 2008. Just going on what they told us. Unless someone slipped up and was supposed to say.."begins production in 2008."

Close to it, but not so overdone. Front ends are very similar though.

Unfortunately no, they didnt get into very many details. Just the release dates.

Yup, 275hp with the 6 speed auto.

Well I just returned from the GM Canada dealer only autoshow in Toronto, Ontario. We were shown the production Enclave, Acadia, GMT-900 trucks, Equinox SS, Torrent GXP, G6 Coupe GXP, Solstice GXP, NEW 08 CTS, NEW 08 STS and finally the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu The Malibu literally stole the show. Everyones jaws dropped when they unveiled the car. It is simply stunning. Toyota and Honda have some serious competition coming, and thats coming from dealers who also own foreign dealerships. It will be available fall 2007, and we were told to watch for it on this years autoshow circuit. Before anyone asks....We were not allowed to sit in it. The Torrent GXP and the Equinox SS get the new V6, also in the Acadia and Enclave, which produces 275hp, as well as a sweet dual exhaust system. The vehicles have been lowered to the ground to produce a "low rider" appearance. The G6 GXP Coupe reminded me of a GTO, with a dramatic Pontiac grill up front. The Acadia is B-E-A-U-T-I-F-U-L inside. Tight gaps and very nice materials grace the entire cabin. For all you Enclave lovers, you will be happy to know that from concept to production version, no one could tell the differences, minus the "show car" pieces, such as all the screens...Even the leather wrapped dash stays for production! I dont even know what to say about the 08 STS, it was another that was unveiled, as a clay model, and everyones jaws hit the floor once again. The 08 CTS looks just as it was shown when Lutz did the report on GM. The grill and headlights are identical. Again we did not get to see these vehicles inside. I was worried about the new trucks, however after being able to sit in them, I worry no more. The GMC, however is much more classy than the Silverado. I think I will be ordering more GMC's this time than Chevy's for the first time in history! Both interiors are wonderful, huge step up from the current generation. I liked the LTZ and SLT interiors the most though. Just thought I would drop a few quick lines to let you know that GM made it clear to us that they are serious about staying on top. If they keep bringing out vehicles like the 08 Malibu, than the rest of the auto companies should just toss the towel in now. No kidding. You won't believe the 08 Malibu, and I am critical on GM product.

No, the suspension feels the same as before. Although the other thing I noticed in the 2007 was that it is quieter. The 2006 I drove had really bad road noise on the highway. On this one it is hardly noticable. So I think GM also added some new sound deadening materials.

Well I just picked up my 2007 Torrent from the dealer yesterday and I am very impressed with the updates. I had previously driven a 2006 Torrent, but was turned off by the cheap interior. The new centre console, gauge cluster, and driver information centre are huge improvements over the old design. I also noticed that the steering feels better...I am not sure if GM retuned it or not ? Overall I am very happy with the vehicle, and for those of you who continually say the engine is weak; test drive one, it will change your mind. It has more than sufficient power and the 5 speed automatic is very smooth. Also, I am very happy that the Torrent has been given StabiliTrak, because in the winter it truly helps. Pictures below:

2007 CADILLAC SRX WHAT’S NEW Packaging: • New Sport Package: -Includes Door Sill Cover, Sport Grille, Dual Chrome Exhaust Tips, Front & Rear Sport Fascias, Chrome Luggage Rack, 20” Polished Aluminum Wheels, P255/150R20 RS Tires, Limited Slip Differential, Xenon High Intensity Discharge Headlamps and Headlamp Washer. • Theatre Package (Y46) replaces Rear Seat Entertainment Package (U42) and requires Navigation radio and 5.1 Bose Discrete Digital Surround Sound Safety: • Automatic Airbag Suppression for front passenger seat with function similar to CTS and STS • New body side structure which enhances occupant protection from side impact Exterior: • 3 New Exterior Colours – Thunder Grey (30U), Gold Mist (51U), Sunset Blue (78U) • AWD Badge added similar to STS • New Wheel Caps – coloured crest, silver wreath Interior: • New I/P, Centre Console & Door Trim • New HVAC display • 2 Levels of real wood trim: -Door Trim, I/P, and Console (B19) -Shifter Bezel, Steering Wheel and Shifter Knob (B20) – requires (B19) • Radio systems including Navigation common with new DTS • Bose Speakers standard • 5.1 Bose Discrete Digital Surround available with Navigation Radio and Theatre Package • New shifter plate common with CTS • Air Quality Management System switches automatically to recirculation mode when air quality deteriorates • Enhanced heated seats which includes 3 heating levels Mechanical • New 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (V8 only) for improved shift performance • All V8 require 6-Speed Automatic • All V6 require 5-Speed Automatic • V6 Axle Ratio change for improved fuel economy • New Cadillac-exclusive Premium Key Fob • Tow/Haul Mode disables Rear Parking Assist • Front License Plate Bracket only standard in Provinces/Territories where legally required but can still be ordered • Engine Block Heater optional

Instead of listing only the ones the US site missed I just put them in bold: • 4 new colours - 37U Imperial Blue Metallic - 42U Dark Tarnished Silver - 71U Lunar Quartz Metallic (Aug. Availability) - 80U Red Jewel (Tint-Coat)(mid-Aug. availability) • New interior cloth material • Heated Cloth seats available (interim) • New 4 Spoke steering wheel • Generation 7.1 OnStar™ Receiver with Directions and Connections • Final Drive Ratio changed from 2.86 to 3.05 on CX and CXL models • Engine Coolant Heater KO5 optional on CXS model • Tire Pressure Monitor standard on all models • P23 Wheel available on CX model • New 17” Chrome Tech Wheel option P04 • New 17” Chrome Aluminum Wheel option PZE • New style Painted Aluminum Wheel option N85 • Front License Plate bracket to only those provinces that require it • New instrument panel wood grain • New instrument cluster graphics and pointer colour • Floor Shifter Knob now leather wrapped on CXS model • Ebony/Lt Neutral interior available on CXL model • XM Radio standard on CXS model

Came across the new GM commercial on GM.com today. It's about time GM injected some 'attitude' into their advertising. Overall I think this is a great commerical. Good job GM ! Click the link to watch the commercial. http://www.gm.com/then_and_now/then_and_now.html

Here is the engine chart from the order guide: MODEL CODES 2ZF69 – G6 SEDAN BASE 2ZG69 – G6 SE SEDAN 2ZH69 – G6 GT SEDAN 2ZH67 – G6 GT CONVERTIBLE 2ZH37 – G6 GT COUPE 2ZM69 – G6 GTP SEDAN 2ZM37 – G6 GTP COUPE

Yes remote start is standard in Canada on GT and GTP. The order guide I got all of this information from is from GM Canada.

TAPshift is included with the six speed auto, I forgot to put that on the changes. I find new things as I go through the order guides, because GM hasnt actually made a "whats new" section for the 07 G6 yet. So there could very well be changes to the interior. Here are a couple more changes I found: • The wood in the G6 is still optional. • Power adjustable pedals are now standard on GT and GTP. • Remote vehicle start is now standard on GT and GTP. • Leather steering wheel and radio controls are now standard on GT and GTP. • OnStar is still optional. Not sure what happened to the whole standard OnStar thing.

Changes are posted in the Pontiac thread for the 2007 G6.

Holy, both Aura models get the G6 GTP's steering system, Hydraulic Power Steering. I like the idea of the wireless headphones for the back seats too. EDIT: I just noticed that all 2007 G6 models come with Hydraulic Power Steering too, except the base and SE model.

Yes, that is how the models go now. SE is a new model. Side head curtain airbags are standard on all models. Just the seat side airbags are optional on all trims.