2008 Pontiac Solstice Summary

2008 Pontiac Solstice

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2008 Pontiac Solstice

Kelley Blue Book Retail $13,500–$16,250  

MPG City: 19 Highway: 24 – 28

Available Engines

173-hp, 2.4-liter I-4 (regular gas)
260-hp, 2.0-liter I-4 (premium)

Transmissions

5-speed manual w/OD
5-speed automatic w/OD

Average Consumer Rating

(4.7) 14 consumer reviews

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Expert Snapshot

New or Notable

OnStar
Satellite radio
Available electronic stability system
Rear-wheel drive
Manual or automatic
Choice of engine power
 

What We Like

+GXP power
+Ride quality
+Maneuverability
+Affordability
+Decent headroom
+GXP mileage better than base
 

What We Don't

-Base model lacks low-end torque
-Drivetrain noise
-ABS is optional
-No side airbags
-Poor visibility
-Meager trunk space
 
Pontiac's answer to the Mazda MX-5 Miata, the Solstice went on sale for 2006 and was followed up by a turbocharged GXP version last year. A healthy list of changes for 2008 include several features that are now standard on both models: a CD stereo with an MP3 player input, a tire pressure monitoring system, and OnStar and XM Satellite Radio, both of which come with free service for a limited period.   Read More

4 Available Solstice Trims

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    Original MSRP
Base 2dr Convertible
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$22,455
GXP 2dr Convertible
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$28,135
SCCA SSB Champion Edition 2dr Convertible
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$28,400
SCCS T2 Champion Edition 2dr Convertible
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$31,750
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