Reportajes autos


Model Line Overview

Model lineup:	Pontiac Grand Prix ($22,210); GXP ($29,325)
Engines:	200-hp 3.8-liter ohv V6; 303-hp 5.3-liter ohv V8
Transmissions:	4-speed automatic; 4-speed automatic with TAPshift
Safety equipment (standard):	dual-stage front airbags, tire inflation monitoring system
Safety equipment (optional):	ABS, EBD, traction control, stability control, curtain airbags
Basic warranty:	3 years/36,000 miles
Assembled in:	Oshawa, Ontario


Specifications As Tested

Model tested (MSRP):	Pontiac Grand Prix GXP ($29,325)
Standard equipment:	leather/suede upholstery; dual-zone automatic climate control; power front bucket seats; 60/40 split folding rear seatbacks; fog lamps; twin exhaust tips; backlight radio antenna; tinted glass; Driver Information Center; remote keyless entry; anti-theft system; power mirrors/door locks/windows; cruise control; rear defogger; leather-wrapped tilt steering wheel; tachometer; CD radio with 6 speakers and steering wheel audio controls; two auxiliary power outlets; side protective moldings; premium lighting (rear assist handles, lighted vanity mirrors, reading lamps front/rear): overhead console with glasses storage; right front folding seatback; cargo net; ABS with enhanced traction system; antiskid system; Magnasteer variable effort power steering; OnStar; tire inflation monitoring system; remote engine starting; heated front seats, head-up instrument display
Options as tested (MSRP):	Sun and Sound Package ($1,195) includes power sunroof, in-dash 6-CD player, and 9 Monsoon speakers.
Destination charge:	($750)
Gas guzzler tax:	N/A
Price as tested (MSRP):	$31270
Layout:	front-wheel drive
Engine:	5.3-liter ohv V8
Horsepower (hp @ rpm):	303 @ 5600
Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):	323 @ 4400
Transmission:	4-speed automatic with TAPshift
EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:	16/25 mpg
Wheelbase:	110.5 in.
Length/width/height:	198.3/71.6/55.9 in.
Track, f/r:	61.6/61.7 in.
Turning circle:	38 ft.
Seating capacity:	5
Head/hip/leg room, f:	38.5/54.5/42.2 in.
Head/hip/leg room, m:	N/A
Head/hip/leg room, r:	36.2/54.3/36.2 in.
Cargo volume:	57 cu. ft.
Payload:	N/A
Towing capacity:	1000
Suspension, f:	independent, MacPherson struts, lower A-arms, coil springs, gas-charged shocks, anti-roll bar
Suspension, r:	independent, tri-link, coil-over struts, gas-charged shocks, anti-roll bar
Ground clearance:	in.
Curb weight:	3600 lbs.
Tires:	P255/45WR18 front, 225/50WR18 rear Bridgestone Potenza
Brakes, f/r:	vented disc/vented disc with ABS and EBD
Fuel capacity:	17.0 gal.