2008 Pontiac G8 Comes in Under $27,000

One of the most anticipated new cars for 2008 is the rear-wheel-drive Pontiac G8 sedan. This Grand Prix replacement comes standard with a 256-hp, 3.6-liter V-6 for $26,900 and, even better, the 361-hp, 6.0-liter V-8 G8 GT will start at $29,300. Neither price includes the $695 destination charge.

We’ve had a first-hand look at a preproduction G8 and can say that, for the money, this is a very good value — especially the G8 GT. The interior quality is far superior to anything else in the Pontiac lineup. In fact, you’re getting more for your money — and at a lesser price — than the recently discontinued GTO that featured the same V-8 engine. Not only that, it beats the starting price of the Hemi-powered Chrysler 300C and Charger R/T, which come in at $35,100 and $30,640, respectively.

What do you think? Is the G8 price right?