2005 Pontiac Grand Prix Review
Price Estimate: $1,234 - $1,918





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Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Strong V8 and supercharged V6, nimble handling, attractive gauges, easy-to-use controls, big trunk, fold-flat front-passenger seat.
Cons
- Build and materials quality still needs some work, tight backseat, noisy engine, not enough storage or cupholders.
What’s new
Option packages have been shuffled a bit, as have the wheel choices. New radio units include a CD/MP3 player and a DVD-based navigation system with six-disc CD changer. Remote vehicle start is now available in all models. Late in the model year a 303-horsepower V8-powered GXP joins the lineup.
Edmunds says
Fast and fun to drive, the Grand Prix is still too rough around the edges to steal the hearts of import buyers.
For sale near Allendale, MI
19 listings
- 185,256 miles
- Insurance loss reported, 2 owners, personal use only
- 17 City / 26 Hwy MPG
- Wyatt Ford (87 mi away)
- Power Driver Seat
- Tire Pressure Warnin...
- Alarm
- Rear Bench Seats
- Fold Flat Rear Seats
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Located in Manistee, MI
Safety Inspection.Recent Arrival! Sport Red Metallic 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix 4D Sedan GT 3.8L V6 SFI Series III 20/30 City/Highway MPG 4-Speed Automat...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Issue reported
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
20 Combined MPG (17 City/26 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 2G2WS522351141421
Stock: 1290A
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 06-29-2025- 235,004 miles
- 1 accident, 6 owners, personal use only
- 16 City / 24 Hwy MPG
- CarBox (100 mi away)
- Leather Seats
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Power Driver Seat
- Tire Pressure Warnin...
- Multi-Zone Climate C...
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Located in Kenosha, WI
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AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
19 Combined MPG (16 City/24 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 2G2WR524051143270
Stock: A02318A
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 03-06-2025
Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in Michigan
$184/mo for Grand Prix Base
Grand Prix Base
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$171/mo
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Pontiac Grand Prix Owner Reviews
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Rocky Start for a 19yo second car.
5 out of 5 starsJon, 08/18/2009
2005 Pontiac Grand Prix 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
I bought this car in December from GM with $64,000kms and it did well for the first 1500kms (so I thought). The car was sitting on the dealers lot for months and as a result the calipers seized and wore out my pads and rotors. I ended up having to replace front and rear calipers, rotors and pads in the first 2 months I had the car. Once that was done I haven't had any more trouble with … the car. It is a awesome car to drive, Lots of power, Handles excellent, and the it turns many heads. I LOVE the interior of the car, It's not boring like the impala or century, The car as of aug has 96,000 kms and I am taking a road trip with friends of around 10,000kms and I have no fear of it failing.
Safe, Fast, Dependable
4.88 out of 5 starsdeanfoxes, 11/09/2014
2005 Pontiac Grand Prix GT 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
This car was my first car, and I drove it with pride until the day that it saved the life of myself and two other passengers. Rounding a sharp corner at night, I found myself approaching a fallen tree across the road. I swerved to avoid the tree and ended up on the embankment hitting another tree at about 45 MPH. Airbags deployed, but nobody was hurt. The car was extremely safe, and was … an absolute blast to drive, with amazing handling and performance for a sedan. I am definitely looking into buying another Grand Prix, perhaps this time with a supercharger!
Fun Car
4.88 out of 5 starsAmanda Laffoon, 06/27/2005
2005 Pontiac Grand Prix GT 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
This is the thrid Grand Prix I have owned and I love it as with the rest of them. They are very dependable, comfortable, and sporty. The handling is wonderful and it drives better than any other car in its class.
Car that wont stop
4.88 out of 5 starsfugary, 08/04/2013
2005 Pontiac Grand Prix GT 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
I have a 2005 gp that now has 361000 miles that has given me many years of use.
If you take care of the 3800 V6 you will get your money back in return.
2005 Grand Prix Highlights
Sedan
Base
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $23,060 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 21 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $184/month |
Seating | 5 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 16.0 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | front wheel drive |
Warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
Safety
Key safety features on the Grand Prix include:
- Alarm
- Tire Pressure Warning
- Stability Control
- Post-collision safety system
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver3 / 5Passenger4 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriver3 / 5Passenger3 / 5
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRollover4 / 5Dynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalGood
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintPoor
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