Solstice GXP

The Pontiac Solstice GXP features turbocharged 2.0-liter Ecotec inline-four engine with direct gasoline injection producing 260 horsepower (194 kW) with 260 pound-feet (353 Newton-meters) torque through five-speed manual or optional five-speed automatic transmission and rear-wheel-drive achieving 5.2-second 0-60 mph acceleration for coupe variant representing GM highest specific output at 2.1 horsepower-per-cubic-inch with dual-scroll turbocharger and available dealer-installed performance tune increasing output to 290 horsepower with 340 pound-feet torque.

Solstice GXP launched 2007 represents Pontiac performance roadster establishing turbocharged specification competing against Mazda MX-5 and Nissan 350Z Roadster through aggressive styling and enhanced powertrain. Production spanning 2007-2009 demonstrated GM commitment to affordable performance before Pontiac brand discontinuation with GXP variant delivering substantially improved performance over naturally-aspirated base model through forced-induction technology. Model featured sport-tuned suspension, limited-slip differential, and four-wheel disc brakes achieving 19 city/28 highway MPG establishing compelling performance credentials while sharing platform architecture with Saturn Sky Redline throughout brief production representing final Pontiac performance offerings.