A classic car with a good bit of interior comfort and room enough for the whole family sounds like a solid deal, especially when it has a decent amount of power. That’s what the 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GT has to offer and then some.
What does the 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GT offer?
This model Grand Prix GT is the mid-trim option with a two-door coupe and four-door sedan model. With a 3.8-L V6 engine producing 200 horsepower, this vehicle has plenty to offer, especially at a new starting price of around $23,000.
If you’re in the model for a sedan like this, this vehicle has a few more additional features to offer. It’s the better option of this lineup for a few reasons. We’ll break those down for you here. Then, take a minute to check out the 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GT’s Vehicle History for more insights.
A Solid Performer, the Grand Prix GT May be Right for You
There’s a lot to like about the GT trim option. The base model, the SE, featured a smaller engine, a 3.1-L V6. The higher-end GTP model featured a slightly more powerful engine along with some nice upgrades in tech and interior (for the 2002 timeframe).
Here’s an overview video of the Grand Prix GT.
The vehicle is roomy and comfortable inside, but what’s under the hood makes it a top performer in its class. This model features a 3.8-L V6 engine (significantly higher specs than its competitor). This produces 200 horsepower with a four-speed automatic transmission. It gets 225 lb-ft. as well.
When it comes to efficiency, that engine does cause a few concerns. The EPA-estimate for the 3.5L engine is 16 city and 25 highway, for a combined 19 miles per gallon.
Drivers have the ability to upgrade to the ultra-low emission vehicle with this powertrain as well as choose the model with a block heater, both of which are optional features. This is a front-wheel-drive vehicle.
One of the nice features of the Grand Prix GT is its comfort level. This vehicle does well with its four-wheel independent suspension, rack and pinion steering, and its speed-sensing steering.
Outside the vehicle, you have a typical body style for 2002. It did offer power remote side-view door mirrors, a spoiler, and a body-colored grille as features updated from the base trim.
Check out the Comfort and Tech
One of the upgrades for the Grand Prix GT over the base model is the interior. The standard option for the interior is a cloth that’s pretty typical in terms of quality.
There is an option to upgrade to a leather interior for the seats, which was available along with optional leatherette door panel trim. It also came with a sport steering wheel.
The seats are comfortable enough but offered an 8-way driver seat adjustment and a power driver cushion tilt feature. You can also opt for the optional power 4-way driver lumbar support and the heated driver seatbacks at a bit more of a higher price.
In terms of entertainment, the 2002 Grand Prix GT does a fantastic job with some available features. It comes with audio theft deterrent, steering-wheel-mounted audio controls, a primary monitor touchscreen, and a CD system.
The standard option is a 6-speaker system, but buyers could also check out the optional 8-speaker Bose system and the graphic equalizer. We think of these as pretty standard now, but in 2002 they were not.
The vehicle also came with numerous sensors and warnings, including the standard. It offered EyeCue, a head-up display that was available on this trim. Fully automatic headlights were also standard, as well as the delay-off aero-composite halogen headlamps.
Drivers should note that the vehicle received average ratings for overall safety from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Additionally, since 2002, there have been seven recalls on the vehicle, including those impacting the exterior lighting, engine, cooling system, steering, and the fuel system.
How Does it Compare to other Trims?
There’s no doubt the Grand Prix GT is a solid vehicle with a starting value (at new release) of $23,000. The base model takes the engine down a peg and only decreased the cost by less than $2000. It also strips many of the key features and tech specs on this vehicle.
The GTP is about $26,000. It has a slightly better engine that produces 240 horsepower. It offers a slightly nicer interior (with leather still optional) but provides some additional interior tech.
Which Vehicle Should You Buy?
If you are after a solid sedan or coupe that offers a good history of reliability, the 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GT could be a solid buy. It’s definitely designed to last and has the powerful engine you want in a sedan (that’s rather hard to find otherwise).
To take a better look at the specs, and to check out customer reviews, be sure to check out the 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix’s Vehicle History.
