Buick LaCrosse vs Pontiac G8
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2009 Pontiac G8
Overview
| Spec | Buick LaCrosse1SV | Pontiac G8Base |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 1SV | Base |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | mild hybrid | gas |
| Model year | 2019 | 2009 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Buick LaCrosse1SV | Pontiac G8Base |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $29,570 | $28,250 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Buick LaCrosse1SV | Pontiac G8Base |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 29 MPG (best) | 20 MPG |
| City MPG | 25 MPG (best) | 17 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 35 MPG (best) | 25 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 15.8 gal | 19 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Buick LaCrosse1SV | Pontiac G8Base |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 194 hp | 256 hp (best) |
| Torque | 187 lb-ft | 248 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2.5 L | 3.6 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Buick LaCrosse1SV | Pontiac G8Base |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 14.3 cu ft | 17.5 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 2,000 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,490 lbs (best) | 3,885 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 114.4 in | 114.8 in (best) |
| Length | 197.5 in (best) | 196.1 in |
| Width | 73.5 in | 74.8 in (best) |
| Height | 57.5 in | 57.7 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Buick LaCrosse1SV | Pontiac G8Base |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Buick LaCrosse | Pontiac G8 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1SV $29,570 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $28,250 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Preferred $33,670 MSRP | GT $31,755 MSRP |
| 3 | Essence $36,370 MSRP | GXP $37,610 MSRP |
| 4 | Essence $41,070 MSRP | — |
| 5 | Premium $38,670 MSRP | — |
| 6 | Premium $43,470 MSRP | — |
| 7 | Sport Touring $39,370 MSRP | — |
| 8 | Avenir $44,870 MSRP | — |
| 9 | Avenir $47,070 MSRP | — |