Pontiac Solstice

The 2009 Pontiac Solstice is Pontiac’s two-seat roadster and adds a coupe version for 2009. Built on GM’s new rear-wheel-drive compact sports car platform named “Kappa,” the Solstice was first model to be built on this platform, which is also the basis for the Saturn Sky. The Solstice was first shown in concept form at the 2002 North American International Auto Show and went from concept to production in just three years. A GXP version was added for 2007 featuring a turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder that produces 260 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque. The uniquely styled GXP also rides on a 4-wheel independent sport-tuned suspension and 18-inch wheels with performance tires.