Pontiac Announces 2005 G6 Sedan Pricing

Detroit July 23, 2004; General Motors' Pontiac Division today announced introductory pricing for the Pontiac G6 sedan, an all-new vehicle that delivers total performance, style and refinement. Sales of the G6 sports sedan begin in September 2004.

Pricing for the G6 sports sedan will begin at $21,300 manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP), which includes destination charges of $625. The 2005 G6 GT will be priced at $23,925, which includes destination charges of $625. Pricing for the 2006 GTP Sedan and two other G6 family members, a 2+2 sport coupe and a retractable hardtop convertible will be announced at a later date when production begins next year.

"The G6 is a key part of Pontiac's ongoing renaissance," said Jim Bunnell, general manager for Pontiac-GMC. "We're proud of our new, very nicely equipped 'volume car.' Innovative features and great styling will attract drivers, the ride and handling will excite them."

The G6 6-cylinder and GT models that will debut this fall are powered by a 200-horsepower 3.5L V-6 and controlled by a smooth-shifting, electronically controlled four-speed overdrive transmission. A class-leading 112.3-inch wheelbase contributes to a comfortable ride while maintaining responsive handling.

G6's interior refinement features a sports car cockpit with intuitively placed controls, race-inspired instrumentation, performance driving position, and rear-seat legroom usually found in a larger car. One of the G6's most innovative features is the panoramic roof, a four-section sunroof that opens to nearly twice the area of a typical sunroof and gives even rear seat passengers an open air experience, which will be available for $1500. This feature is a Pontiac segment exclusive in the North American Market.

The G6 will be manufactured at GM's Orion Township Assembly Center in Orion, Mich.

Model: -------------- Price (including freight): 2005 G6 Sedan ------ $21,300 2005 G6 GT Sedan --- $23,925

Pontiac is a division of General Motors Corporation and markets the Bonneville, GTO, Grand Prix, Grand Am, Vibe, Sunfire and Montana. Pontiac sold more than 475,000 vehicles in 2003, ranking third among GM divisions in total sales. For the 2005 model year, Pontiac dealers will introduce a new Vibe, Montana SV6 and G6 sedan.