Press Release
47 percent boost in performance
From its 2002 auto show introduction to an early-order program that sold 1,000 cars in 41 minutes, the Pontiac Solstice has always invoked a passionate response from customers. Now, Pontiac is taking the vehicle’s combination of sensuous styling and driving exhilaration to a new level with the announcement of the turbocharged 2007 Solstice GXP.
“Creating a GXP performance edition of the Solstice is a natural extension of the capabilities of this car,” said John Larson, Pontiac general manager. “On its own, the base Solstice offers all of the qualities one would expect from a classic roadster – style, crisp handling, and spirited performance. The Solstice GXP takes that pure roadster DNA and pushes it to a new level, with a 47 percent boost in horsepower and other enhancements for a more thrilling driving experience.”
The heart of the Solstice GXP is the Ecotec 2.0-liter turbo engine, GM’s first direct injection offering in North America . It produces 260 horsepower (194 kw) and 260 lb.-ft. of torque (353 Nm),* making it GM’s highest specific output engine ever, at 2.1 horsepower per cubic inch of displacement (130 hp / 97 kw per liter), and the most powerful production engine in the Ecotec family.
A dual-scroll turbocharger with a lightweight turbine provides nearly instant power, and an air-to-air intercooling system boosts the turbo’s performance by reducing inlet temperatures. Dual cam phasing complements the turbocharging system by optimizing valve timing at lower rpm for best turbo response and quick access to engine torque.
Direct injection technology helps the Ecotec engine produce more power while maintaining the lower fuel consumption of a small displacement port-injected engine.
With direct injection, fuel is delivered directly to the combustion chamber to create a more complete burn of the air/fuel mixture. Less fuel is required to produce the equivalent horsepower, especially at normal cruising speeds, of a conventional port-injection combustion system.
The GXP’s high-performance Ecotec turbo engine is connected to a standard five-speed manual gearbox, or an optional five-speed automotive transmission. Either transmission can propel the car from zero-to 60 mph in under 5.5 seconds.
As with other members of GXP family, the Solstice GXP provides a number of standard features not available on the base model, including:
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Unique front and rear fascias
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High polish, dual-outlet exhaust
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StabiliTrak vehicle stability enhancement system
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3.73 rear axle ratio
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Interior refinements including unique GXP gauge cluster and Cobalt Red seat stitching
The GXP also comes standard with a number of features available as options on the base model, including:
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Sport suspension system
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Four-wheel disc brakes with anti-lock
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Limited-slip rear differential
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Power window/locks/mirrors and remote keyless entry
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Leather-wrapped steering wheel with accessory controls and cruise control
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Driver information center
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18-inch polished aluminum wheels
Additional options include a rear deck spoiler, leather seating, sport metallic pedals, chrome wheels, enhanced audio options, including XM Satellite Radio, and OnStar.
The 2007 Solstice GXP will be available in fall 2006. Pricing has not yet been established.
2007 PONTIAC SOLSTICE GXP SPECIFICATIONS
Overview
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Models: |
Pontiac Solstice GXP |
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Body style / driveline: |
2-passenger, 2-door roadster ; front-engine, rear-wheel drive performance model |
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Construction: |
welded galvanized steel enclosed central tunnel and hydroformed tube |
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EPA vehicle class: |
two seater |
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Manufacturing location: |
Wilmington , Delaware |
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Key competitors: |
Honda S2000, BMW Z4, Porsche Boxster, Nissan 350Z |
Engine
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2.0L SIDI Turbo Ecotec |
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Type: |
2.0L DOHC I-4 |
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Displacement (cu in / cc): |
122 / 1998 |
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Bore & stroke (in / mm): |
3.39 x 3.39 / 86 x 86 |
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Block material: |
cast aluminum |
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Cylinder head material: |
cast aluminum |
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Valvetrain: |
dual continuous variable valve timing, overhead camshafts, 4 valves per cylinder – intake and exhaust |
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Ignition system: |
individual coil on plug |
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Fuel delivery: |
direct injection with a variable high pressure rail and electronic throttle control |
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Compression ratio: |
9.2:1 |
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Horsepower (hp / kw @ rpm): |
260 / 194 @ 5300 (SAE certification pending)* |
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Torque (lb-ft / Nm @ rpm): |
260 / 353 @ 2000-5300 (SAE certification pending)* |
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Recommended fuel: |
premium recommended but not required |
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Max engine speed (fuel cut-off): |
6300 rpm |
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Emissions controls: |
close-coupled catalytic converters; Quick-Sync 58x ignition system; returnless fuel rail; wide range O 2 sensor |
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Estimated fuel economy |
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(mpg city / hwy / combined): |
20 / 27 / 23 est. |
Transmission
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Type: |
5-spd man (MM5) |
5-speed automatic (MXO) |
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Gear ratios: (:1): |
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First: |
3.75 |
3.42 |
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Second: |
2.26 |
2.21 |
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Third: |
1.51 |
1.60 |
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Fourth: |
1.00 |
1.00 |
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Fifth: |
0.73 |
0.75 |
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Reverse: |
3.67 |
3.02 |
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Final drive ratio: |
3.73:1 |
3.73:1 |
Chassis/Suspension
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Front: |
independent short/long arm, with 33.3 mm stabilizer bar |
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Rear: |
independent short/long arm, with 25.4 mm stabilizer bar |
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Steering type: |
power rack-and-pinion |
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Steering ratio: |
16.4:1 |
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Steering wheel turns, lock-to-lock: |
2.7 |
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Turning circle, curb-to-curb (ft / m): |
34.8/10.6 |
Brakes
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Type: |
std: four-wheel disc; ABS with dynamic rear proportioning and Electronic Stability Control (ESC) |
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Rotor diameter x thickness (in / mm): |
front: 11.7 x 1 / 297 x 25 ; vented |
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rear: 10.9 x 0.5 / 277 x 13; solid |
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Swept area (sq in / sq cm): |
front: 243 / 1570 |
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rear: 189 / 1221 |
Wheels/Tires
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Wheel size and type: |
std: 18-inch x 8-inch polished aluminum |
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Tires: |
P245/45R18- Goodyear Eagle F1 GS2 96W all-season tires |
Dimensions
Exterior
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Wheelbase (in / mm): |
95.1 / 2415 |
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Overall length (in / mm): |
157.2 / 3992 |
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Overall width (in / mm): |
71.3 / 1810 |
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Overall height (in / mm): |
50.1 / 1273 |
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Track (in / mm): |
front: 60.7 / 1543 |
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rear: 61.5 / 1561 |
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Curb weight, base (lb / kg): |
2948 / 1337 manual, 2988 / 1355 auto. estimated |
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Weight distribution (front / rear): |
approx. 52 /48 |
Interior
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Seating capacity: |
2 |
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Headroom (in / mm): |
38.4 / 975 |
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Legroom (in / mm): |
42.8 / 1086 |
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Shoulder room (in / mm): |
52.4 / 1332 |
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Hip room (in / mm): |
50.6 / 1284 |
Capacities
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EPA interior volume (cu ft / L): |
54 / 1529 |
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Passenger volume (cu ft / L): |
50 / 1416 |
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Cargo volume (cu ft / L): |
3.8 / 107.6 (top up) |
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Fuel tank (gal / L): |
13.6 / 51.5 |
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Engine oil (qt / L): |
5 / 4.7 |
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Cooling system (qt / L): |
7.9 / 7.5 |
Note: Information shown is current at time of publication.
