Pontiac G8

Pontiac G8. 2008–9 (prod. 30,693 sold to June 2009). 4-door sedan. F/R, 3564 cm³ (V6 DOHC), 5967, 6162 cm³ (V8 OHV). Americanized Holden Commodore (VE) with Pontiac grille. Critically praised by motoring journalists as a value-for-money sports’ sedan but sold very poorly, leading to cancellation after the 2009 model year, along with the Pontiac brand itself. GXP from 2009, with 6·2-litre V8.

Manufacturing location: Elizabeth, South Australia, Australia

Marque: Pontiac | Predecessors: Pontiac GTO (2004–6), Pontiac Grand Prix (2004–8), Pontiac Bonneville (2000–5) | Successor: Holden Commodore (VF)