First released on the American market in 2007, the Pontiac G5 has had a great deal of buyer interest. Dynamic styling, a wealth of interior features, and decent fuel economy give the G5 a head above the competition. This compact car is available as either a two-door coupe or four-door sedan and is built on the same platform as the Chevrolet Cobalt. Though the G5 was first unveiled to American buyers in 2007, the model had already been on the Canadian and Mexican markets since 2004.

Available with either a 148 horsepower 2.2L I4 or 173 horsepower 2.4L DOHC 4-cylinder engine, the Pontiac G5 has a sporty flair that most other compacts on the market lack. A buyer can also choose from either a five-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission. This level of customization has made the G5 a favorite among younger buyers because they can tailor the model to fit their unique needs.

Another draw for the contemporary buyer is the abundance of technological features. A stereo system that is MP3 adaptable gives drivers the opportunity to listen to their personal playlists in the G5. A trial subscription to XM Satellite Radio is also included with the purchase of a Pontiac G5. The model can also be upgraded with a sunroof, side impact airbags, and a number of other accessories. Several packages can be purchased that will give the model a sportier feel, greater adaptability, or a more luxurious interior.

The Pontiac G5 was featured in the Bruce Willis blockbuster Live Free or Die Hard in 2007. According to reports, the 2009 Pontiac G5 will feature better fuel economy (25 city MPG and 37 highway MPG), which will give the model an all new XFE badge (Extra Fuel Economy). A recent visit to the G5's production plant by presidential nominee John McCain further boosted the model's popularity. Senator McCain praised GM for its work toward building more fuel efficient models that emit fewer pollutants into the environment. He specifically named the Pontiac G5 as one of those models.

For the future, this five passenger model will see a single intro engine level, the 2.2L I4, while previously the 2.4L 4-cylinder was on the coupe. Also, the 2009 model year will bring a change in the Pontiac G5 styles. Only the G5 Coupe or G5 GT Coupe will be available. With lower sales of the four-door sedan version, Pontiac decided to cut its losses and go to market with just the bestselling version for 2009.