2005 Pontiac Pursuit Road Test
1 décembre 2004
par
Trevor Hofmann
, Canadian Auto Press
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What does a new Pursuit cost? The starting price is $15,925, which is quite
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While the Pursuit may not be "the best" in the compact class, it can hold its own against the imports. (Photo: Trevor Hofmann, Canadian Auto Press) |
competitive when compared to the top-selling Honda Civic at $16,200, second place Corolla at $15,490 and popular Mazda3 at $16,295. Dynamically it's more exciting to drive than a Civic, more refined than a Corolla and offers more diversity with regards to features and trim variety than the Mazda3. While I wouldn't go so far to say it's the best in the compact class, it now can hold its own without the caveat, "Pretty good for a domestic."
Now Pontiac sells a "no excuses small car", something the brand hasn't been able to boast about for decades. Too bad the American division can't say the same.
Specifications:
- Price Range (base MSRP): $15,925
- Body Type: 4-door sedan
- Layout: front engine, FWD
- Engine: 145 hp, 155 lb-ft of torque, 2.2-L, 16-valve DOHC I-4
- Transmission: 5-spd manual (optional 4-spd auto)
- Brakes (front/rear): disc/drum (optional ABS)
- Curb Weight (estimated): 1,268 kg (2,789 lbs)
- Seating Capacity: 5
- Cargo Volume (trunk): 394 L (13.9 cu ft)
- Fuel Economy (city/hwy): 9.5 / 6.1 L/100 km
- Warranty (mo/km): 36/60,000 comprehensive - 60/100,000 powertrain
- Direct Competitors: Chevrolet Cobalt, Dodge SX2.0, Ford Focus, Honda Civic, Hyundai Elantra, Mazda3, Mitsubishi Lancer, Nissan Sentra, Subaru Impreza, Toyota Corolla, VW Golf / Jetta
- Web Site: www.gmcanada.com
Note: Additional larger photos are available in the photo album.
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