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Originally Posted by mgescuro
How??
You want a Pontiac Captiva? Pontiac Rodeo? Pontiac Barina?
What you want to say is "Pontiac needs Zeta."
But Zeta simply isn't enough, is it? That's not enough to make the dealership base happy because it only caters to a small amount of people.
Pontiac G6 -- the fleet queen.
Pontiac G5 -- the ultimate rebadge
Pontiac Torrent -- an answer to a question no one asked
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General Motors overcomplicated the Pontiac formula. The problem with the G5, G6, and Torrent is not so much that they exist, but rather, in the small, easily fixed details that could have made each of these vehicles legitimately sporty. After all, Nissan and Mazda don't seem to have a problem being perceived as sporty with the exact same basic cars-- compact, mid-sizer, and small SUV.
What pains me with Pontiac is that minor adjustments could completely change the perception of the brand. Give the G6 a real manual option, a DI 3.6L, and stiffer spring rates, thicker sways (all parts on the GM shelf). Eliminate the base Torrent. Offer the G5 in Cobalt SS trim. Tada! Performance brand!