Does the G8 have an LS engine?
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Both the G8 GXP and the SS shared the same LS3 V8 engine, with the new SS sporting the engine with minor improvements. Horsepower for both remained 415, with 415 lb. ft. of torque.
How much HP does a supercharged G8 have?
| Type: | Used |
|---|---|
| Year: | 2009 |
| Make: | Pontiac |
| Model: | G8 |
| Trim: | Supercharged 6.0 V8 900 HP! |
What engine is in the G8 base?
3.6-liter
The base G8, however, is powered by GM’s corporate 3.6-liter, DOHC V-6, which makes 256 horsepower and 248 pound-feet of torque. The engine is hooked up to a five-speed automatic transmission with manumatic shifting.
What LS motor does a G8 GT have?
L76
The L76—like its LS2 sibling—is a 6.0L, Gen. 4, aluminum small block engine that was used both in GM cars and trucks. The L76 is an adapted version of the LS2, featuring new rectangle port cylinder heads and Active Fuel Management (AFM). The L76 was available in the Pontiac G8 GT from 2007-09.
How much horsepower does a 2008 Pontiac G8 have?
256 to 361 hp2008 Pontiac G8 / Horsepower
Can you supercharge a V6 G8?
If you’re really interested in spending the money, Magnuson does make a supercharger for the V6. It was a Camaro item. You’ll need the G8 V6 intake adapter. The LGX engine is better suited to boosting than the LY7.
How many Pontiac G8 firehawks were made?
With only 250 to be built, the rear-drive G8 Firehawk’s 500 tire screeching horsepower comes from adding ZR-1 style supercharger technology, cold air induction, and a low restriction mandrel-bent stainless steel exhaust to the GT’s 6.0-liter V8.
What engine is in the 2008 Pontiac G8 GT?
6.0 L V82008 Pontiac G8 GT / Engine
How many Pontiac G8 V6 were made?
The Pontiac G8 V6 sedan accounted for 5,902 of total G8 production and the G8 GT accounted for 6,143 of total production. For those of you who are wondering, that’s a 49% / 51% split between the two G8 trim lines respectively.