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Pontiac · model year 2010
2010 Pontiac G6
Compact · Front-Wheel Drive · Gas · EPA class: Compact Cars
Where it places
The CarCody take
The 2010 Pontiac G6 is a compact gasoline car with front-wheel drive, a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine and a four-speed automatic transmission. It returns 25 MPG combined, with 22 MPG city and 30 MPG highway. EPA annual fuel cost is $2,700, and tailpipe CO2 is 355.48 grams per mile.
Good to know
- 25 MPG combined EPA rating
- 30 MPG highway rating
- Front-wheel drive
- 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine
- Four-speed automatic transmission
Watch for
- 22 MPG city rating
- $2,700 EPA annual fuel-cost estimate
- 355.48 grams of CO2 per mile
Who it suits. Drivers wanting a compact gasoline car Highway commuters who value the 30 MPG rating Buyers seeking front-wheel drive and an automatic
Choose the 2010 Pontiac G6 if a compact, front-wheel-drive car with a gasoline powertrain matches your driving. The EPA figures point to moderate fuel use overall, with a clear advantage on open roads over city streets. Its four-speed automatic keeps the setup straightforward, while the annual fuel estimate gives you a concrete budget starting point. Consider other Pontiac models if you need a different EPA fuel figure or a different vehicle class, but this G6 is defined by its 25 MPG combined rating.
What it is
The 2010 Pontiac G6 is a compact car running on gasoline. It uses front-wheel drive, a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine and a four-speed automatic transmission.
The numbers
Its combined EPA rating is 25 MPG. The city figure is 22 MPG, while highway driving is rated at 30 MPG.
That makes the G6’s highway number 8 MPG higher than its city number. Tailpipe CO2 is 355.48 grams per mile.
What it costs to run
The EPA annual fuel-cost figure is $2,700 for gasoline use. Your actual bill will follow how much you drive and how much of that driving is in town or on the highway.
How it compares
The G6 gives you a 25 MPG combined reference point when comparing Pontiac cars. See Pontiac cars to weigh other models by their EPA figures.
Who it suits
This G6 fits a driver who wants a compact gasoline car with front-wheel drive and an automatic transmission. Its 30 MPG highway rating favors regular highway trips, while the 22 MPG city rating sets the expectation for stop-and-go use.
Trade-offs
The four-cylinder engine and compact-car class pair with a 25 MPG combined rating. City use is less efficient than highway use, and the EPA fuel-cost figure is $2,700 a year.
Verdict
Choose the 2010 Pontiac G6 if a compact, front-wheel-drive car with a gasoline powertrain matches your driving. The EPA figures point to moderate fuel use overall, with a clear advantage on open roads over city streets. Its four-speed automatic keeps the setup straightforward, while the annual fuel estimate gives you a concrete budget starting point. Consider other Pontiac models if you need a different EPA fuel figure or a different vehicle class, but this G6 is defined by its 25 MPG combined rating.
Every figure on record
- Combined MPG
- 25 MPG
- City MPG
- 22 MPG
- Highway MPG
- 30 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,700
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 355 g per mile
- Model year
- 2010
- Body
- Car
- EPA size class
- Compact Cars
- Drive
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 2.4 L 4-cyl
- Transmission
- Automatic 4-spd
- Fuel
- Gasoline
Questions
What is the 2010 Pontiac G6’s combined MPG?
The EPA combined rating is 25 MPG.
What city and highway MPG does the G6 get?
It is rated at 22 MPG in the city and 30 MPG on the highway.
How much does the G6 cost to fuel each year?
The EPA annual gasoline-cost estimate is $2,700.
What engine and transmission are in this G6?
It has a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine with a four-speed automatic transmission.
Is the 2010 Pontiac G6 front-wheel drive?
Yes. The G6 uses front-wheel drive.
What class of car is the G6?
The EPA classifies it as a compact car.
How much tailpipe CO2 does it emit?
Its tailpipe CO2 figure is 355.48 grams per mile.
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