DecodedCarsPontiac Solstice
5 model years from 2006 to 2010, compared on size, efficiency, safety and reliability.
- Model years
- 2006–2010
- Class
- Two Seaters
- Latest engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 2.4L 4-cyl
- Best MPG
- 21–23 combined, by year
- Latest rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 3 campaigns, all years
- Most complaints
- 2007 (165)
The 2010 Solstice in brief
The 2010 Pontiac Solstice is a two seaters offered with 2 engines (2.0L 4-cyl turbo and 2.4L 4-cyl) and rear-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 23 MPG combined (19 city / 29 highway), 21% better than the 2010 two seaters average of 19 MPG, for an estimated $2,900 a year in fuel.
It has 3 recall campaigns on file.
The Pontiac Solstice has 5 model years in our data, from 2006 to 2010.
Its most efficient year was 2010 at 23 MPG combined; across all years the best version ranged from 21 to 23 MPG.
Owners most often report problems with the air bags (328), seats (21), electrical system (21).
2010 has the most recalls (3); all years together count 3 campaigns and 379 owner complaints.
How the 2006 Solstice compares
The 2006 Pontiac Solstice is a two seaters offered with a 2.4L 4-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive.
It measures about 157 inches long and 71 inches wide on a 95-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 2,859 lb.
2010 Solstice pros & cons
Full 2010 details →What's good
- Excellent fuel economyUp to 23 MPG combined — 21% better than the average 2010 two seaters (19 MPG).
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Solstice changes by model year
- 2007
- Engine added: 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
Years without a measurable change are left out.
Show all 5 model years side by side
| Year | Latest engines | Best MPG / range | Length | Weight | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 2.4L 4-cyl | 23 MPG | – | – | Not rated | 3 | 0 |
| 2009 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 2.4L 4-cyl | 22 MPG | 157.1 in | 2,859 lb | Not rated | 3 | 21 |
| 2008 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 2.4L 4-cyl | 22 MPG | 157.1 in | 2,859 lb | Not rated | 3 | 68 |
| 2007 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 2.4L 4-cyl | 22 MPG | 157.1 in | 2,859 lb | Not rated | 3 | 165 |
| 2006 | 2.4L 4-cyl | 21 MPG | 157.1 in | 2,859 lb | Not rated | 3 | 125 |
Alternatives to the 2010 Solstice
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 Mazda MX-5 | 24 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2010 smart fortwo | 36 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2010 Nissan 370z | 22 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2010 Saturn SKY | 23 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
Most common owner-reported problems
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikipedia, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Pontiac. How we calculate this →