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2009 Pontiac G8
Base
CarGurus Instant Market Value
$8,739
41 listings nationwide

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2017 Chevrolet SS
RWD
CarGurus Instant Market Value
$46,625
14 listings nationwide

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Expert Reviews Reviews from CarGurus experts.

2009 Pontiac G8
Base

The rear-wheel-drive G8 sedan represents Pontiac's newfound determination to live up to its once-glorious performance heritage. The 2009 G8 comes in three trims. The base G8 provides ...

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2017 Chevrolet SS
RWD
Andrew Newton Preview:

The Chevrolet SS is the kind of 4-door super-sleeper sedan there are just too few of in the world today—and unfortunately, it will be gone after this year. The SS is a reworked version...

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User Reviews Reviews from CarGurus users who have driven or owned the car.

2009 Pontiac G8
Base
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Guru93H7S writes:
Car is lighter and has very notable acceleration over the Camaro. Much rarer as well. It was produced in the ...
Handling Ranked 2010 Chevrolet Camaro 2SS Coupe RWD worse.
"They handled very similar in most aspects, but the car seemed smaller and lighter. Traction control usually kicked in while shifting into second on the G8 GT. Also, while at higher speeds, there was more immediate acceleration by the G8 GT."
Back Seats Ranked 2010 Chevrolet Camaro 2SS Coupe RWD worse.
"Much roomier. It is a full size sedan with a performance motor."
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Dave_D_05 writes:
Beautiful car. Sleek arrow dynamic styling. However, very limited on amenities, even for a car of its time. Th...
Power Ranked 2016 Chevrolet SS RWD better.
"LS3 415hp motor"
Handling Ranked 2016 Chevrolet SS RWD better.
"Magnetic ride control"
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205Highland writes:
Great sport sedan. Fun to drive with great power and handling.
Power Ranked 2006 Jeep Liberty Limited 4WD worse.
"Engine is for performance v6."
Family Car Ranked 2006 Jeep Liberty Limited 4WD better.
"More room thats it."
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2017 Chevrolet SS
RWD
Derrick writes:
Never owned or driven a Chevy SS but always wanted to own one I like the look I like the power I like the styl...
Power Ranked 2018 Dodge Charger worse.
"2017 Chevy SS is more powerful than the 5.7 Hemi Charger"
Looks/Style Ranked 2018 Dodge Charger better.
"The charger it has an exciting look the Chevy has a boring plain look it looks like a regular car"
Front Seats Ranked 2018 Dodge Charger better.
"Well to be honest I really dont know what the seats are like in the Chevy but I own a Dodge Charger thats the only thing I have to go by"
Value Ranked 2018 Dodge Charger better.
"Well comparing the prices between the two I think i would have gotten a better deal with the Chevy it would have been a little more affordable for me maybe."
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gta350 writes:
All around great sedan
Power Ranked 2017 BMW 3 Series worse.
"HP"
Front Seats Ranked 2017 BMW 3 Series worse.
"Comfort"
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Brandon writes:
Purchased this 2017 SS to replace a 2017 Charger rt. The SS is by far the better performer, especially handlin...
Power Ranked 2017 Dodge Charger worse.
"The 6.2l V8 engine."
Value Ranked 2017 Dodge Charger worse.
"It has much better resale. Everything thats optional on a Charger comes standard on a SS."
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Specs

2009 Pontiac G8
Base
2017 Chevrolet SS
RWD
Powertrain 5-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
RWD
RWD
Fuel Economy, City
17 MPG
14 MPG
14 MPG
Fuel Economy, Highway
25 MPG
22 MPG
22 MPG
Fuel Tank Volume 19 gal 18.8 gal
Engine
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Gasoline
Gasoline
Power
256 hp @ 6,300 RPM
415 hp @ 5,900 RPM
415 hp @ 5,900 RPM
Torque
248 lb-ft @ 2,100 RPM
415 lb-ft @ 4,600 RPM
415 lb-ft @ 4,600 RPM
Cylinders
6 cylinders
8 cylinders
8 cylinders
Compression Ratio
10.2:1
10.7:1
10.7:1
Displacement
3,600 cc
6,200 cc
6,200 cc
Bore x Stroke
3.7 in x 3.37 in
4.06 in x 3.62 in
4.06 in x 3.62 in
Safety
ABS Brakes Standard Standard
Driver Airbag Standard Standard
Passenger Airbag Standard Standard
Front Side Airbags Standard Standard
Rear Side Airbags Standard --
Curtain Airbags Standard Standard
NHTSA Crash Test Results
Comfort and Convenience
Sunroof/Moonroof Optional --
Leather Seats Optional --
Air Conditioning Standard Standard
CD Player Standard Standard
CD Changer Optional --
Radio Standard Standard
Power Windows Standard Standard
Power Door Locks Standard Standard
Driver Power Seats Standard Standard
Passenger Power Seats Standard Standard
Interior
Maximum Seating 5 seats 5 seats
Front Legroom 42.2 in 42.3 in
Back Legroom 39.4 in 39.7 in
Payload and Towing
Cargo Volume 17.5 cu ft 16.4 cu ft
Standard Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs --
Maximum Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs --
Exterior
Length 196.1 in 195.5 in
Width 74.8 in 74.7 in
Height 57.7 in 57.9 in
Wheelbase 114.8 in 114.8 in

Available Options

2009 Pontiac G8
Base
2017 Chevrolet SS
RWD

Exterior Colors

  • Heron White
  • Nightfall Gray Metallic
  • Orange Blast Metallic
  • Phantom Black Metallic
  • Red Hot 2
  • Regal Peacock Green Metallic
  • Silver Ice Metallic
  • Slipstream Blue Metallic

Option Packages

  • Tire, Spare, 245/40R19
  • Sunroof, Power With Express Open

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