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Vehicle Overview:
Vehicle Type: Midsize Car
ABS Brakes: Standard
Standard Airbags: 2
MPG: 18-28/24-32 (City/HWY)
Engine Offered:
2.4L I4 167HP
3.5L V6 201HP
3.9L V6 240HP
3.9L V6 227HP
Consumer Ratings:
Performance: 4.2
Exterior: 4.4
Interior: 3.9
Overall: 3.9
Review Guide:
5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor
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2006 Pontiac G6
Consumer Car Review Summary
Top 5 Pros of 2006 Pontiac G6
1. Fuel economy
2. Sporty design
3. XM radio
4. Comfortable seats
5. Roomy back seats
Top 5 Cons of 2006 Pontiac G6
1. Better marketing
2. Difficult to open trunk
3. Better quality interior material
4. Rear seat headrests block view
5. Low front clearing
2006 Pontiac G6 Reviews by Consumers
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By Angela53
Submitted Jul 21, 2010, 08:22am
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 Pontiac G6?
Love the exterior, sharp car.
Seats are comfortable.
Handles nice.
Cons: How would you improve 2006 Pontiac G6?
Where to start..bought the car with 31,000 on it. Purchased June 2, 2010. Now with 35,000 on it. The dealership is trying to find me a replacement car. In one month that I have had it in my hands, it has been to the shop 4 times.
1st for brakes- they only turned the rotors instead of putting brakes on it..still squealing.
2nd- car has a huge electrical problem. Wire shorted causing smoke to roll from my headliner (WHILE DRIVING IT). They replaced wires, headliner and visors.
3rd- electrical problem again..wire shorted from under the hood to my trunk!! 8 ft worth of wire, melted...they never told me and I drove it on vacation before returning it for more repairs.
I have spent the last month in a rental more than my purchased car and still making payments on a piece of crap..
2006 Pontiac G6 Review:
Love the car, style, handling and features..but I got a lemon.
By Katie_Brooks
Submitted Jul 9, 2010, 03:08pm
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 Pontiac G6?
It is nice to look at. I wish it was someone else's though.
Cons: How would you improve 2006 Pontiac G6?
GM needs to review the parts.
I have had a clunking noise when I turn for years now and no one can diagnose the exact problem, some say rack and pinnion, some say steering column, etc. I have replaced the wheel bearings on both sides at least 10 times. I replaced the brakes in March and had to take it back to get new pads and rotors because they warped in July. I have had to replace the struts as well as the ty-rod ends. The clamp for the radiator hose rusted off, had to have that replaced. There are times when it doesn't start. People have suggested a flat spot on the starter (whatever that means). The air conditioner stopped working. I have had nothing but problems with this car since I bought it in Jan 2007. I have always taken very good care of it. All the routine maintenance of oil changes, air filters, oil filters, tires, tire rotations. I am not a mechanic, therefore, I always have it done by professionals. This is ridiculous. The car holds no value, therefore, I owe more that it is worth.
2006 Pontiac G6 Review:
I will NEVER buy another GM product. It is no wonder why people buy foreign cars. I would not recommend this car to anyone.
I talked to other people with Pontiacs and every one of them stated they have had numerous problems with them.
By GUEST
Submitted Mar 26, 2010, 06:49pm
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 Pontiac G6?
Very Little.
Cons: How would you improve 2006 Pontiac G6?
Really not sure if there's a way to improve. Oh wait, didn't they quit making them? That'll do it.
2006 Pontiac G6 Review:
Bad steering, bad brakes, replaced tie rods, rotors replaced every 12k--15k.
By GUEST
Submitted Mar 15, 2010, 03:50pm
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 Pontiac G6?
The body style and speed.
Cons: How would you improve 2006 Pontiac G6?
The steering.
The brakes.
Rotors wearing prematurely.
The fading red color of the radio lights.
But in case no one is aware, GM has stopped the Pontiac brand of cars so I guess that's good.
By Netty_G
Submitted Mar 1, 2010, 01:33pm
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 Pontiac G6?
Really cute color.
Cons: How would you improve 2006 Pontiac G6?
Everything.
2006 Pontiac G6 Review:
I brought my Ponitac G6 November 2006. The following week there was problems with the heating system. Remind you it only had 8,000 miles.
3 years later problems with the brakes making loud noises, rotors, etc. Also my check engine light came on took it to the dealer they said it need reseting. WRONG 2 hours later the light came right back on and the dealer was closed.
The sale guy told me a GM specialist was coming in and he would be able to tell me what was wrong. I thought that's what you had mechanics for. Well 5 days later I was still in a loaner lucky I have extended warranty.
I hate the Pontiac G6 and would recommend this car to no one. And as of April 2010 I will no longer have one.
By Raeh_McCracken
Submitted Feb 23, 2010, 02:02pm
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 Pontiac G6?
Attractive.
Cons: How would you improve 2006 Pontiac G6?
Lack of support by GM on this vehicle. It's a 2006 ...the 2007 has a 100000 warranty, which when I bought mine, brand new in 09/2005, I was unaware of the 2007 having a better warranty.
2006 Pontiac G6 Review:
I loved this car at first. Then around 28000, the right wheel bearing needed replaced. I asked the dealership to inspect the left one also, they stated that they did, but @ ~38000 the left wheel bearing went out. I had to contact GM to get this taken care of. Now, the right wheel bearing needs replaced & the left ball joint also! I have 93000 on the car. I contacted GM, because it certainly appears this is a huge defect, but because the dealer I took it to for the diagnostic states this is a maintenance issue, they will not help me now! The dealer has never been very good to me. I bought my car several hundred miles from my current residence & the local dealer is not very receptive to fixing things they didn't sell, although they are both GM dealers. I am frustrated with all of this & will not buy another GM product.
Also, the ignition hangs up, I've had this "reset" twice (there's a bulletin out on this...not a recall). The cover to the drivers side passenger mirror was replaced under warranty & is once again broken. The interior dome light stopped working, which required a computer reset. The lighting in the stereo area has faded significantly & is no longer red.
By Wendy
Submitted Jan 27, 2010, 12:28pm
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 Pontiac G6?
I have the GTP coupe - it looks sporty, rides real smooth, great pick up. Love the 6-speed manual transmission and general layout of the whole car.
Cons: How would you improve 2006 Pontiac G6?
Well, there is A LOT wrong with this car that I did not expect.
There was a recall on the sunroof. Had my car in the shop 3 times before the recall came out.
Water damage done to the seatbelt, which had to be replaced.
The plastic crap (handles) on the seats keep falling off.
At 53000 miles, AFTER the warranty expired, I got to replace 2 front tires (completely worn and separating), the left tie rod, all 4 brakes, rotors turned, and a right wheel bearing. WTF?!?! I'm guessing the other tie rod and hub bearing will go bad before too long. VERY DISAPPOINTING.
2006 Pontiac G6 Review:
This is my first brand new car, and I was SO excited to get it. Now, I am ULTIMATELY DISAPPOINTED. Won't buy another Pontiac again. My dad has a '99 Grand Am and CONSTANTLY had problems with the brakes & water pump. Quit using non-quality parts Pontiac!!! I swore I would never buy an import, however, no wonder they are so sought after!
By robert575
Submitted Jan 21, 2010, 05:40pm
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 Pontiac G6?
Great fuel mileage.
Sporty fast.
Cons: How would you improve 2006 Pontiac G6?
So far nothing.
2006 Pontiac G6 Review:
Had this car for 2 years, and I have 48,000 miles on it, no major repairs, just regular oil changes that I do myself. Let's just see how many miles I can rack up on her. I'll let you know of any problems.
By GUEST
Submitted Oct 28, 2009, 08:39pm
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 Pontiac G6?
Outside look, quick pick up for speed, smooth ride.
Cons: How would you improve 2006 Pontiac G6?
Many.
2006 Pontiac G6 Review:
Had steering replaced 2 times, thankfully my husband bought extended warranty.
Had rotors replaced 3 times.
Had computer replaced and synchronized 2 times.
Had windows reconfigured 2 times (they would automatically roll down when started and turned off).
Battery was replaced once.
Had breaks done 2 times.
They had to 'work on the engine' - it stopped running smoothly after 45000 kms (it ran like it had 200 000 km on it).
This car is only 3 years old. I would never buy another one ever again and not recommend it to any one unless you wanna be at the dealership every other week for repairs.. This car has had more done on repairs then I think we spent on it and we still owe on it (thinking of a trade in).
By sucker4buyin1
Submitted Oct 20, 2009, 11:02am
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 Pontiac G6?
The exterior looks nice from far, but the car keeps getting side swiped! Steering wheel and cluster looks cool.
Cons: How would you improve 2006 Pontiac G6?
Change the engine with a import, same with suspension, brakes, steering system, wait maybe just buy a import instead.
2006 Pontiac G6 Review:
This car .... won't recommend anyone to buy one.
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