Pontiac · model year 2010
2010 Pontiac G3 (3-Door)
Subcompact · Front-Wheel Drive · Gas · EPA class: Subcompact Cars
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The 2010 Pontiac G3 (3-Door) is a gasoline subcompact car with front-wheel drive, a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine and a five-speed manual transmission. Its EPA rating is 30 MPG combined, with 27 MPG city and 35 MPG highway. EPA annual fuel cost is $2,250, and tailpipe CO2 is 296.23 grams per mile.
Good to know
- 30 MPG combined EPA rating
- 35 MPG highway rating
- Front-wheel drive
- Five-speed manual transmission
- 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine
Watch for
- 27 MPG city rating is lower than highway economy
- EPA annual fuel cost is $2,250
- Gasoline powertrain requires fuel purchases
- Tailpipe CO2 is 296.23 grams per mile
Who it suits. Drivers wanting a manual subcompact car Highway commuters focused on MPG Buyers comfortable with front-wheel drive
Choose the 2010 Pontiac G3 (3-Door) if a small gasoline car, front-wheel drive and a five-speed manual suit your daily routine. Its 30 MPG combined rating offers a clear baseline, but city use is rated at 27 MPG. Drivers covering more highway miles have a 35 MPG estimate to work with. The EPA annual fuel-cost figure is $2,250, so fuel spending remains a central ownership consideration. This is a practical match for buyers who value simple, defined running numbers over a different drivetrain.
What it is
This 2010 Pontiac G3 (3-Door) is a car in the EPA subcompact class. It uses gasoline and front-wheel drive.
Power comes from a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine paired with a five-speed manual transmission.
The numbers
The figure to watch is 30 MPG combined. EPA rates it at 27 MPG in city driving and 35 MPG on the highway.
That spread shows why your route matters: stop-and-go trips use the lower city figure, while steady highway miles can move closer to 35 MPG.
What it costs to run
EPA estimates annual fuel cost at $2,250. Your actual bill will follow how much you drive and the mix of city and highway miles.
Tailpipe CO2 is 296.23 grams per mile.
How it compares
Use the 30 MPG combined figure when placing this G3 beside other cars. Keep the 27 city and 35 highway ratings alongside it so the comparison matches your driving.
For other Pontiac models, see Pontiac cars.
Who it suits
This car fits a driver who wants a gasoline subcompact with front-wheel drive and a manual gearbox, especially when highway economy matters.
Its EPA numbers also suit buyers who can plan around an estimated $2,250 in yearly fuel spending.
Trade-offs
The 35 MPG highway rating is higher than the 27 MPG city rating, so frequent urban driving will not match the combined or highway figure.
The manual five-speed is part of the powertrain, and gasoline fuel means ongoing fuel purchases rather than electric charging.
Verdict
The G3 (3-Door) is a straightforward subcompact choice defined by its 30 MPG combined rating. It makes the most sense for someone comfortable with a manual transmission and front-wheel drive. Highway commuters may appreciate its 35 MPG highway estimate, while city-heavy drivers should budget around the 27 MPG city result. The EPA’s $2,250 annual fuel-cost estimate gives the running-cost baseline, and its CO2 figure is 296.23 grams per mile.
Every figure on record
- Combined MPG
- 30 MPG
- City MPG
- 27 MPG
- Highway MPG
- 35 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,250
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 296 g per mile
- Model year
- 2010
- Body
- Car
- EPA size class
- Subcompact Cars
- Drive
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 1.6 L 4-cyl
- Transmission
- Manual 5-spd
- Fuel
- Gasoline
Questions
What is the 2010 Pontiac G3’s combined MPG?
The EPA combined rating is 30 MPG.
What city and highway MPG does it get?
EPA rates the G3 (3-Door) at 27 MPG city and 35 MPG highway.
How much does it cost to fuel each year?
The EPA annual fuel-cost estimate is $2,250.
What engine and transmission does it use?
It has a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine with a five-speed manual transmission.
Is the 2010 Pontiac G3 front-wheel drive?
Yes. The G3 (3-Door) uses front-wheel drive.
What type of vehicle is it?
It is a gasoline car in the EPA subcompact-car class.
How much tailpipe CO2 does it produce?
Its tailpipe CO2 figure is 296.23 grams per mile.
Where can I compare other Pontiac models?
You can browse [[list:pontiac-cars|Pontiac cars]] for other Pontiac models.
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