Originally an upscale trim level for the X-body Pontiac Ventura, Phoenix became a model line in its own right in 1978, with the front-drive second-generation model appearing for 1980. Quality issues saw to the nameplate’s demise.

• Pontiac Phoenix (1978–9)
• Pontiac Phoenix (1980–4)

Marque: Pontiac | Predecessor: Pontiac Ventura | Successor: Pontiac Grand Am