Pontiac Solstice - Shared Technology

Shared Technology

The sharing of technology and various components is a common practice among automakers, resulting in reduced parts costs. The Solstice shares major components with nearly every GM division:

  • The rear axle and differential are from the Sigma-based Cadillac CTS
  • The interior storage bin is from the Cadillac XLR
  • The passenger side's front airbag, steering column, and exterior and interior door handles are from the Chevrolet Cobalt
  • The backup lights are from the GMC Envoy
  • The heating, ventilating, and air conditioning modules are from the Hummer H3
  • The front fog lamp assembly is from the Pontiac Grand Prix
  • The steering wheel is also featured in the Pontiac G5, Chevrolet Corvette, Chevrolet Cobalt
  • The 2.4 L Ecotec engine is shared with the Pontiac G6, Chevrolet Cobalt, Chevrolet Malibu, and Chevrolet HHR
  • The five-speed manual transmission is the same as in the Hummer H3, GMC Canyon, and Chevrolet Colorado
  • The five-speed automatic is identical to those of the Cadillac CTS, STS, and SRX
  • The side view mirrors and AC vents are from the Fiat Barchetta
  • The seat frames are from the previous generation Opel Corsa

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