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2005 Pontiac Grand Prix Overview

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Trims

Base
Avg. Price: $7,608
GT
Avg. Price: $8,325
GTP
Avg. Price: $8,336
GXP
Avg. Price: $9,899

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Average User Score

4.55 stars

Based on 41 reviews

She Loves It - I Don't by jdebaker
 — My fiancee owns this 05 Pontiac Grand Prix. Cargo Room: Fold Down Back Seats + the passenger seat folds down flat as well - (fits longer items), so she can stuff it full when traveling out of town (wi... Read More
05 Pontiac Grand Prix Base by Sarah
 — It has a good amount of power, probably just what you would expect for a 3.8L V6, but you totally pay for it in city gas mileage. I've been getting under 20mpgs in the city, but I get slightly over ... Read More
P G P Gt by blkbox
 — The only thing I dislike about this vehicle after owning it for such a short periord of time I replaced the transmission and not only was it an arm or leg to purchase but these mechanics are ridiculou... Read More

2005 Pontiac Grand Prix Overview

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2005 Pontiac Grand Prix

As proof that the Grand Prix is trying to beef up Pontiac's roots as a performance car brand, it adds a newer and nastier trim to its lineup in midyear 2005.  The 2005 Grand Prix, a four-door large mid-sized sedan, now comes in base, GT, GTP, and the ultra-sporty GXP.  The GXP is powered by a new 5.3-liter, 303-hp V8 engine, compared to the 3.8 V6 in the other trims, which get 200-hp in the base and GT and 230-hp in the supercharged GTP.  All are paired with the 4-speed auto tran.
The 2005 Grand Prix GXP comes standard with a stiffer suspension, Stabilitrak stability control, and TAPshift, which you can still get on the GTP as part of the racier Comp-G packaage.  Leather seats and 18-inch wheels combine with the cockpit-like dash and low-slung seats to fulfill  the everyday commuter's dream of driving a race car.  All 2005 Grand Prix models feature fold-down rear and front passenger seats, cruise control, driver information center, fog lights and power windows and locks.  As you go up the ladder, you add power seats, heads-up display, and leather seats.  ABS and side impact airbags are standard on all but the base model.  New in 2005, Onstar is standard on all models.  Dual-zone climate control, a DVD navigation system, and remote start are new options this year.
The new GXP approaches the sporty performance of the GTO, turning the 2005 Grand Prix away from just being a family car.  Drivers love its speed and power, though comment that the ride can feel rough.  Overall, Grand Prix owners agree that handling is smooth, acceleration instant and responsive, and gas mileage is good for a mid-size.  They love the large trunk and the heads-up display.  On the downside, is the cheap-looking interior and cluttered layout, the lack of headroom, a cramped backseat (particularly in the GXP), no lumbar support in the front seats, and the need for a manual transmission.

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Gas Mileage (highway) 27 29 31
Horsepower 200 180 140
Crash Test Rating 3 5 4
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) 16.0 14.6
Front Leg Room (inches) 42.2 42.2 42.1

Pontiac Grand Prix Questions

jae89
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Why Wont 2005 Grand Prix Start?

drove car home shut it off. went out later and car wouldn't start. got spark . don't hear fuel pump but pump is good .if u take neg. battery cable of for a while and put it back on it starts and runs ...

81 views with 1 answer (last answer about a month ago)
Trouble2429
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Dex Cool Is Leaking From Cover Were Waterpump Is Mounted

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Leslie72006
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I Hear Water Running Under My Dash Broad Every Once In A While. Can Someone...

105 views with 2 answers (last answer 3 months ago)
CheckIt17
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Heater Not Getting Hot

I have a 2005 pontiac grand prix. Heater fan works, but blows cool air. We replaced the thermostat but that didn't make a difference. What else could be wrong besides the heater core? Is there any...

2,740 views with 6 answers (last answer 2 months ago)
Karen Phillips
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2005 Grand Pre Pulls Back While Driving

2005 grand pre pulls back while i am driving

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