GM prices Silverado Hybrid, Sierra Hybrid, and Pontiac G3
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One day before the press converge on the LA Auto Show, General Motors has released pricing on its 2009 Chevrolet Silverado Hybrid, 2009 GMC Sierra Hybrid and the 2009 Pontiac G3. The full-size hybrid pickup trucks each feature GM's patented two-mode hybrid drivetrain with a 6.0-liter V8 under the hood. Assisted by an electric motor, the trucks are rated to tow up to 6,100 pounds. Fuel economy is impressive for a pickup -- they are rated at 21 mpg city and 22 mpg highway (2WD) when unladen. The base price for the Silverado is $38,995 (including a $975 destination charge). The Sierra barely undercuts it with a starting price of $39,365 (including $975 DFC). Production on the pickups starts in December, with delivery to dealers starting in early 2009. If trucks aren't your thing, pricing on the all-new Pontiac G3 hatchback will squeak in at $14,995 (including $660 DFC), making it the least expensive car in Pontiac showrooms. While you'll drive home in air-conditioned comfort sipping fuel at 32 mpg on the highway, don't expect much in the way of driving excitement.
Gallery: 2008 Chevy Silverado Hybrid
Gallery: 2009 GMC Sierra Hybrid
Gallery: 2009 Pontiac G3
[Source: General Motors]
Chevrolet Announces Pricing For 2009 Silverado Hybrid
DETROIT - Chevrolet today announced pricing for the 2009 Silverado Hybrid - the only full-size hybrid pickup on the market. It starts at $38,995, including a $975 destination charge, for 2WD models with the 1HY package. The MSRP does not reflect a $2,200 federal tax credit that applies to many customers who purchase the Silverado Hybrid.
The Silverado Hybrid delivers fuel economy comparable to many midsize sedans, but with the cargo and towing capability expected from a full-size truck. It is offered in the crew cab body style and also available with 4WD.
Production begins in December 2008, with delivery to dealers expected in early 2009. All models come with an eight-year/100,000-mile hybrid component warranty.
"For customers who need a full-size truck, but want much better fuel economy, the Silverado Hybrid is the clear answer," said Ed Peper, GM North America vice president, Chevrolet. "It offers over 40-percent greater efficiency in city driving and a 25-percent overall increase in fuel economy, without compromising power or towing capability."
The Silverado Hybrid uses GM's patented two-mode hybrid system and a powerful 6.0L gas V-8 to deliver highly efficient performance - including all-electric driving up to 30 mph (48 km/h). That allows fuel savings to be realized even when the truck is fully loaded or towing a trailer. It has a 6,100-pound (2,767 kg) towing capacity.
EPA-estimated fuel economy for 2WD models is 21 mpg in the city and 22 on the highway; 4WD models are estimated at 20 mpg in city and highway driving. That mileage, combined with a 26-gallon (98 L) fuel tank, delivers a cruising range of more than 500 miles with 2WD models and more than 470 miles with 4WD models.
Well equipped
Silverado Hybrid 1HY models are based on the popular Silverado 1LT package and include popular equipment options such as the heavy-duty towing package, locking rear differential, EZ Lift tailgate and lock, and 18-inch wheels. Also included are automatic climate control, steering wheel audio controls and Bluetooth phone capability.
Equipment that is specific to the hybrid model includes:
- 6.0-liter V-8 engine (332 hp / 247 kW)
- Low rolling resistance tires
- Hybrid ornamentation
- Soft tonneau cover
- Standard head curtain side air bags
The Silverado Hybrid also comes with standard head curtain side air bags.
In addition, a Silverado Hybrid 2HY package is offered. It includes more features and amenities such as a navigation radio, leather-trimmed seating, a hard tonneau cover, rear parking assist and more. It has a MSRP of $45,130 (including destination charge).
GMC and Pontiac Announce Pricing for 2009 Sierra Hybrid and G3
DETROIT –GMC and Pontiac today announced pricing for two new models arriving in dealerships in early 2009, further reinforcing the channel's reputation for value combined with efficiency and capability. The model introductions and MSRPs (including destination freight charge) include:
- The GMC Sierra Hybrid pickup truck, which combines the fuel efficiency of a midsize sedan with uncompromised full-size truck capability, $39,365 (including $975 DFC) for 2WD models with the 3HA package and $45,500 (including DFC) with the 3HB package
- The all-new Pontiac G3 hatchback, $14,995 (including $660 DFC)
GMC Sierra Hybrid
The 2009 Sierra Hybrid joins the Chevrolet Silverado Hybrid as the only full-size hybrid pickup trucks on the market. Equipped with GM's two-mode hybrid system, Sierra Hybrid is offered in the crew cab body style and is also available with 4WD.
EPA-estimated fuel economy for 2WD models is 21 mpg city and 22 on the highway; 4WD models are estimated at 20 mpg in city and highway driving. That mileage, combined with a 26-gallon (98 L) fuel tank, delivers a cruising range of more than 500 miles with 2WD models and more than 470 miles with 4WD models
Production begins in December of 2008, with delivery to dealers expected in early 2009.
Towing capacity is rated at 6,100 pounds (2,767 kg). A $2,200 federal tax credit is currently available to many customers who purchase the Sierra Hybrid.
A well-equipped pickup
Sierra Hybrid 3HA models include popular equipment such as the heavy-duty trailering package; StabiliTrak electronic stability control; locking rear differential; EZ Lift tailgate and lock; 18-inch wheels; cloth seats; XM Satellite Radio and OnStar. Also included are automatic climate control, steering wheel audio controls and Bluetooth phone capability.
Equipment that is specific to the hybrid model includes:
- 6.0-liter V-8 engine (332 hp / 247 kW)
- Low rolling resistance tires
- Hybrid ornamentation
- Soft tonneau cover
- Head curtain side-impact air bags
In addition, a Sierra Hybrid 3HB model is offered. It includes all of the 3HA content as well as leather bucket seats with six-way driver and passenger power; Power Flow navigation with Bose audio and rear-seat controls; rear park assist; power adjustable pedals and a three-piece hard tonneau cover. MSRP is $45,500 (including destination charge).
Pontiac G3
The all-new Pontiac G3 hatchback arrives in dealer showrooms in March 2009 and becomes Pontiac's fourth vehicle achieving highway fuel economy of 32 miles per gallon or higher.
The G3 combines sporty styling, quick handling and is surprisingly well-equipped, with standard air conditioning, four air bags (two frontal and two side-impact air bags) and the OnStar safety and security system. With an EPA-estimated 34 miles per gallon highway and the lowest starting price of any Pontiac, the G3 emphasizes value without compromising a fun driving experience.
All Pontiac and GMC models are covered by GM's five-year, 100,000-mile powertrain warranty, and three-year, 36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty. Additionally, Sierra Hybrid models come with an eight-year/100,000-mile hybrid component warranty.
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 3)
Torrent 6:34PM (11/18/2008)
ok. Now that we have the Overpriced G3 Lemans,
KILL IT
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JN 6:37PM (11/18/2008)
How does the Sierra undercut the Silverado when it's not quite $400 more?
And that G3 had better be damn near loaded for just shy of $15K.
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Dave 11:25PM (11/18/2008)
I'm wondering what the G3 gives you that a $9,999 Nissan Versa doesnt.
A/C is standard. But that aint worth $5,000.
JN 6:34AM (11/19/2008)
Awww ... c'mon Dave! It gives you Pontiac EXCITEMENT!
Just kidding.
The photos I've seen of the G3 show cruise control, a nice stereo (NO stereo is available on the $9999 or $10,999 Versa, you gotta move up) and some other amenities.
But $5K worth? Hmmm ... I don't know.
Of course, with incentives and other discounts, most dealers in my area will sell you a G5 coupe for about the same money, and a Cobalt can be had for even less. And yes, both the G5 and Cobalt get better mileage.
I'm also curious if there will even BE a Pontiac Division (let alone a GM) within a few months, so naming the price could well turn out to be academic.
Kumail 6:37PM (11/18/2008)
if you can afford a $40,000 truck, you don't need to worry about gas, especially now...
even though the Aveo 5 and this G3 are the same thing, IF i had to buy one of them, i would be more inclined to get an aveo because i would be avoiding those red gauges, don't know why but i dont like them.....
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Jj 6:49PM (11/18/2008)
Some people want to use less fuel because it's the right thing to do, not because they can't afford to pay for it.
If you have a legimate need for a pickup but still want to be as earth friendly as possible, then why not?
Kumail 7:15PM (11/18/2008)
if they really wanted to save fuel, they would buy a compact because making hybrids hurt the environment more than the consumption of gas....
Marko 7:31PM (11/18/2008)
Kumail, i'm no engineer but a subcompact simply can't tow as much as a truck. For those that legitimately need towing and hauling capability a truck is the only way to go. "Buying a subcompact" will do nothing to help these people out or help out the environment.
tankd0g 7:58PM (11/18/2008)
I would like to meet this person who has legitimate towing needs and is willing to pay so much extra just to save a couple MPG. These trucks will sell in tiny numbers.
Josh 6:43PM (11/18/2008)
FAIL. The Aveo is crap. If the G3 is based upon the Aveo, it will be crap as well.
Oh and 32 on the highway for a car this small is not very good. My wife's Mini Cooper gets 40 on the highway and is a much, much better car than the Aveo and doesn't cost that much more. Heck, my old e46 got 30 on the highway at a constant 80 to 85 mph.
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why not the LS2LS7? 6:59PM (11/18/2008)
A BMW MINI base model (literally 0 options) is 1/3rd more than this car. So no, they don't come close in price.
And it's also rated at only 37mpg highway. If you get 40, then you're probably the type that would get 36 in the Aveo too.
Conundrum 7:01PM (11/18/2008)
Yeah the G-5 XFE gets 25/37. If fuel economy is the goal, Pontiac has no need for a G-3.
Bottom of the barrel price is all the G-3 can offer... and bottom of the barrel value is what you will get if you buy one.
If you must have a Pontiac economy car, pony up the extra cash and buy the G-5. At least it is built in the USA and not Korea like the G-3.
David 7:01PM (11/18/2008)
The Mini Cooper gets 37 mpg, not 40. It has two doors, not four. And it costs several thousand dollars more.
PJ 11:56PM (11/18/2008)
In Josh's defense, the ~$3K price gap between the base Cooper and G3 (the former starts at $18,020) is negligible in terms of total ownership cost. Keep both cars for five years, and one will still be worth a reasonable percentage of what you paid for it. The other, as a trade-in, might score you a free set of floor mats.
The G3 will be snapped up by those who shop blindly for a monthly payment. A real image-booster for the CAR division.
why not the LS2LS7? 2:58AM (11/19/2008)
It's not a $3K price difference. I went to BMW MINI's site. The cheapest car is $19,200. That's over a $4K price difference.
Also, you cannot discount the running costs, including repairs and maintenance on a foreign car. I know, having gone from a Saturn to an Audi. The price of any kind of repair or maintenance doubled.
There are some of us for whom resale isn't a big deal. I kept my current car for 9 years. The resale is very low and it would have been if I bought a car with better resale too.
dea911 11:45AM (11/19/2008)
hey LS2LS7,
did you forget that the MINI has free maintenance for the first 3 years?
Yes, the MINI is more expensive than the g3, but dollar for dollar, I think the MINI is a much better 'bang for the buck'.
The Luigiian 6:46PM (11/18/2008)
I wish they'd made a hybrid Colorado or even just an XFE Colorado.
The Silverado Hybrid's nice, but a little too expensive for most people. I think the Pontiac G3 is just silly, most people who buy Aveos aren't interested in driving excitement.
Also: Does anybody know why GM officially lists the Chevy Colorado Crew Cab's tow capacity at three thousand pounds? Toyota and Nissan both offer 3500 with weaker engines.
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The Luigiian 6:52PM (11/18/2008)
Re: My last question, I was talking about with the four-cylinder 2wd one with VL Package. I've never understood that.
happy_penguin 7:06PM (11/18/2008)
Do you have a link? The only info I'm finding says 4,000 lbs.
http://www.chevrolet.com/m/06/quickfacts/09_Colorado.pdf
http://www.automotive.com/2006/43/chevrolet/colorado/reviews/summary-specs/index.html
The Luigiian 7:19PM (11/18/2008)
http://www.chevrolet.com/colorado/specifications/
(click "trailering")
And here it only says 2400 lbs. maximum with regular cab. The CC gets only 2100 lb towing capacity with a 2.9 liter 4, according to GM. Which is the same amount as my mom's Ford Escape can tow. Unless it's just because it doesn't have a tow package it doesn't make sense.
I get good info on these things from Toyota. GM's site is all confused, it seems to me.