The Pontiac G8 is a new front-engine, rear-wheel drive performance sedan that joins the Pontiac lineup for 2008. The Pontiac G8 has a 6 speed automatic transmission, 6.0-liter V8, 361-horsepower engine, and will be offered in G8 and GT versions. The 2008 Pontiac G8's interior is designed to deliver both comfort and convenience in driver-oriented performance-inspired atmosphere with satin and chrome trim, grained textures, white light on the primary instruments and signature Pontiac red lighting for the rest of the instrument cluster.