GTO
Pontiac GTO: official NHTSA recalls, fault code help and maintenance guides.
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Pontiac GTO – Fifth generation2003–2006
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Production | Late 2003–June 14, 2006 |
| Model years | 2004–2006 |
| Body styles | 2-door coupé |
| Platform | V-body/GMX281 |
| Engines | 5.7 L LS1 V8 (2004) 6.0 L LS2 V8 (2005 and 2006) |
| Transmissions | 6-speed manual 4-speed automatic |
| Wheelbase | 2,789 mm |
| Length | 4,821 mm |
| Width | 1,842 mm |
| Height | 1,394 mm |
| Kerb weight | 1,690 kg |
| Assembly | Australia: Adelaide, South Australia (Elizabeth) |
| Designer | Tony Stolfo |
Engines and transmissions
| Model years | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005–2006 | 6.0 L, 8 cyl | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | Petrol (premium) |
| 2005–2006 | 6.0 L, 8 cyl | 6-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | Petrol (premium) |
| 2004 | 5.7 L, 8 cyl | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | Petrol (premium) |
| 2004 | 5.7 L, 8 cyl | 6-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | Petrol (premium) |
Fuel economy (EPA)
| Model years | Configuration | Combined | City | Highway |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005–2006 | 6.0 L, 8 cyl · 4-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive | 14.7 L/100 km | 16.8 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km |
| 2005–2006 | 6.0 L, 8 cyl · 6-speed manual · Rear-wheel drive | 13.1 L/100 km | 15.7 L/100 km | 10.2 L/100 km |
| 2004 | 5.7 L, 8 cyl · 4-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive | 13.8 L/100 km | 15.7 L/100 km | 11.8 L/100 km |
| 2004 | 5.7 L, 8 cyl · 6-speed manual · Rear-wheel drive | 12.4 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km | 9.0 L/100 km |
Values are the official EPA label figures for each model year, shown as the lowest and highest value for the configuration. Electric models show energy use per 100 km. Real-world consumption depends on driving style, weather and load. Luggage and passenger volumes follow the EPA measuring method and can differ from the VDA figures used in Europe.
Key specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| EPA size class | Compact car |
| Model years in EPA data | 2004–2006 |
| Powertrains | Petrol |
| Engine displacement | 5.7–6.0 L |
| Cylinders | 8 |
| Transmission types | Automatic, Manual |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Fuel | Petrol (premium) |
| Configurations listed | 6 |
| Luggage volume (EPA) | 368 L |
| Passenger volume (EPA) | 2,577 L |
Years and markets
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model years (US) | 2004–2006 |
Owner complaints (NHTSA)
| Component | Complaints | Most reported model years |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 460 | 2004, 2005, 2006 |
| Tyres | 148 | 2004, 2005, 2006 |
| Electrical system | 34 | 2004, 2005, 2006 |
| Transmission and drivetrain | 28 | 2004, 2005, 2006 |
| Steering | 15 | 2004, 2005, 2006 |
| Engine and cooling | 14 | 2004, 2005, 2006 |
| Airbags | 13 | 2004, 2005, 2006 |
| Fuel and propulsion | 10 | 2004, 2005 |
| Body and structure | 8 | 2004, 2005, 2006 |
| Visibility and wipers | 7 | 2004, 2005 |
Source: complaints filed by owners with the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for model years 2004–2006: 615 complaints, 14 with a crash and 3 with a fire. Complaints are owner reports that NHTSA has not verified, and one complaint can name more than one component. More complaints can also mean more cars sold.