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2008 Pontiac Solstice MPG & fuel economy

The 2008 Pontiac Solstice is a two-seater offered in 4 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 22 MPG combined (19 city / 28 highway) on premium gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 21 to 22 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2007 model. Among 27 two-seaters rated for 2008, it ranks 8th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $2,693 a year to fuel.

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Combined 22 MPG 19 MPG city · 28 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,693 15,000 mi/yr · $17.95 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2008 #8 of 27 Two-Seaters by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2008 Pontiac Solstice's fuel average is 9.4 km/L (10.7 L/100 km), or 22 MPG combined: 8.1 km/L in the city and 11.9 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City198.112.4
Highway2811.98.4
Combined229.410.7

How it ranks among 2008 Two-Seaters

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  1. 1smart fortwo36 MPG $1,646
  2. 2Lotus Elise/exige23 MPG $2,022
  3. 3Audi TT Roadster25 MPG $2,370
  4. 4Mazda MX-524 MPG $2,469
  5. 5Porsche Boxster23 MPG $2,576
  6. 8Pontiac Solstice22 MPG $2,693
  7. 27Bugatti Veyron10 MPG $5,925
2008 SolsticeOther two-seatersClass median: $3,118/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

Solstice MPG across model years

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4 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 5-speed manual
Solstice		 Gas 19 MPG 28 MPG 22 MPG — $2,693
RWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 5-speed automatic
Solstice		 Gas 19 MPG 26 MPG 21 MPG — $2,821
RWD · 2.4L 4-cyl · 5-speed automatic
Solstice		 Gas 19 MPG 24 MPG 21 MPG — $2,821
RWD · 2.4L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
Solstice		 Gas 19 MPG 25 MPG 21 MPG — $2,821

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gasoline
Engine / motor
2.0L 4-cyl turbo
Transmission
5-speed manual
Drivetrain
RWD
Tailpipe CO₂
404 g/mi

2008 Pontiac Solstice vs. rivals

vs Saturn SKY 22 MPG · $2,693/yr Same fuel cost vs Honda S2000 21 MPG · $2,821/yr Solstice saves $128/yr vs Chrysler Crossfire 21 MPG · $2,821/yr Solstice saves $128/yr vs Mazda MX-5 24 MPG · $2,469/yr MX-5 saves $224/yr vs Nissan 350z 20 MPG · $2,962/yr Solstice saves $269/yr vs Chevrolet Corvette 19 MPG · $3,118/yr Solstice saves $425/yr vs Shelby Mustang GT 17 MPG · $3,485/yr Solstice saves $792/yr vs Dodge Viper 16 MPG · $3,703/yr Solstice saves $1,010/yr vs smart fortwo 36 MPG · $1,646/yr fortwo saves $1,047/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2008 Pontiac Solstice?

Up to 22 MPG combined (19 city / 28 highway); ratings range from 21 to 22 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2008 Pontiac Solstice use?

Premium gasoline (premium is required or recommended by the manufacturer).

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2008 Pontiac Solstice?

The 2008 Pontiac Solstice's fuel average is 9.4 km/L (10.7 L/100 km), or 22 MPG combined: 8.1 km/L in the city and 11.9 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2008 Pontiac Solstice per year?

About $2,693 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, or $17.95 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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