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2010 Pontiac G3

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2010 models.

Class: Compact Cars
Body styles: Wave 4dr Hatch FWD /Se, Wave 4dr Sedan FWD /Se
Engines: 1.6L 4-cyl
Drivetrain: Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel: Regular Gasoline
MPG (best): 30 combined · 27 city / 35 hwy
Length: 152.8–169.7 in
Curb weight: 2,436–2,531 lb
NHTSA rating: Not rated
Recalls: 0 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

Excellent fuel economyUp to 30 MPG combined — 27% better than the average 2010 compact car (23.6 MPG).
Few owner complaints0 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 41 for similar models.
No recalls so far

Watch out for

No weak spots against similar models in the data.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 8 similar 2010 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2010 Pontiac G3 is a compact car offered with a 1.6L 4-cyl engine and front-wheel drive.

It measures about 153 inches long and 66 inches wide on a 98-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 2,436 lb (Wave 4dr Hatch FWD /Se).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 30 MPG combined (27 city / 35 highway), 27% better than the 2010 compact car average of 23.6 MPG, for an estimated $2,250 a year in fuel.

There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.

What changed for 2010

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2009 G3 — a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2009; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2009 G3 →

Dimensions & weight

Body	Length	Width	Height	Wheelbase	Track F / R	Curb weight	Weight F/R
Wave 4dr Hatch FWD /Se	152.8 in	65.7 in	59.1 in	97.6 in	57.1 / 55.5 in	2,436 lb	63/37
Wave 4dr Sedan FWD /Se	169.7 in	67.3 in	59.4 in	97.6 in	56.7 / 56.3 in	2,531 lb	62/38

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

Version	Engine	Transmission	Drive	City / Hwy / Comb	vs. class	Fuel / yr	CO₂ g/mi
G3 (5-Door)	1.6L 4-cyl	Manual 5-spd	Front-Wheel Drive	27 / 35 / 30	+27%	$2,250	296
G3 (3-Door)	1.6L 4-cyl	Manual 5-spd	Front-Wheel Drive	27 / 35 / 30	+36%	$2,250	296
G3 (5-Door)	1.6L 4-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Front-Wheel Drive	25 / 34 / 28	+19%	$2,400	317
G3 (3-Door)	1.6L 4-cyl	Automatic 4-spd	Front-Wheel Drive	25 / 34 / 28	+27%	$2,400	317

Save $750Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car

23.6 MPG2010 Compact Cars average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2010 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2010 Pontiac G3 under the current (2011+) test program.

Similar 2010 compact cars

Model	Best MPG / range	NHTSA overall	Recalls
2010 Pontiac G3 (this car)	30 MPG	Not rated	0
2010 Mazda 3	28 MPG	Not rated	0
2010 Volkswagen Golf/GTI	32 MPG	Not rated	4
2010 Subaru Impreza/Outback Sport	22 MPG	Not rated	0
2010 Toyota Yaris	32 MPG	Not rated	9
2010 Hyundai Accent	31 MPG	Not rated	1
2010 Volkswagen CC	25 MPG	Not rated	4

Recalls (0)

No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2010 Pontiac G3.

Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2010 Pontiac G3 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

No owner complaints for the 2010 Pontiac G3 in NHTSA's database since 2015.

Used 2010 Pontiac G3 buyer's checklist

Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2010 Pontiac G3. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other G3 years

Compare all years →

Year	MPG (best)	Length	Overall	Recalls	Complaints
2009 G3	30	152.8 in	Not rated	1	8

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Pontiac. How we calculate this →