2006 Pontiac Solstice Review

Specifications


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TO THE POINT What’s New? Pontiac’s Solstice is a new roadster and a welcome addition to the model lineup.
Selling Points: Dramatic styling, great handling, top-down fun, reasonable price.
Deal Breakers: Inferior materials quality, annoying top design

MEET THE COMPETITION Ford Mustang
Honda S2000
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Mini Cooper
Mitsubishi Eclipse
Saturn Sky

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Test Vehicle: 2006 Pontiac Solstice
Price of Test Vehicle: $27,040 (includes $575 destination charge)
Engine Size and Type: 2.4-liter inline four-cylinder
Engine Horsepower: 177 at 6,600 rpm
Engine Torque: 166 at 4,800 rpm
Transmission: Five-speed automatic
Curb weight, lbs.: 2,860
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway): 20/28 mpg
Observed Fuel Economy: 18.7 mpg
Length: 157.2 inches
Width: 71.3 inches
Wheelbase: 95.1 inches
Height: 50.1 inches
Leg room (front): 42.7 inches
Head room (front): 38.5 inches
Max. Seating Capacity: Two
Max. Cargo Volume: 3.8 cu.-ft.
Competitors: Ford Mustang Convertible, Honda S2000, Mazda MX-5, Mini Cooper Convertible, Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder, Nissan 350Z, Saturn Sky, Volkswagen New Beetle


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