General Motors released today the details of the updated 2009 Pontiac G6 Coupe, Sedan and Convertible that will be displayed at the LA Auto Show. The 2009 Pontiac G6 Coupe will be available now with a 2.4 liter four-cylinder Ecotec engine that outputs 164 hp and is mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission. The 2009 Pontiac G6 Coupe, Sedan and Convertible will also offer the choice of a 3.5 liter V6 FlexFuel engine that runs on E85 ethanol-based fuel and outputs 219 hp.

“The G6 has always been one of our most important vehicles and has been Pontiac’s number-one seller since it was launched in 2004,” said Susan Docherty, vice president of Buick-Pontiac-GMC. “As the most complete family of mid-size vehicles available in the marketplace, the new enhancements for 2009 will further solidify the G6’s reputation for sporty style and handling without sacrificing value and fuel efficiency.”

Underhood, the G6 Coupe is now available with the 4-cyl/6-speed powertrain combo, complete with paddle shifting. A flex-fuel 3.5L V6 is also available at no additional cost over the gas version in the full range of body styles, so the dozen G6 shoppers who also have access to actual E85 pumps should be enthused. The convertible’s 3.9L V6 carries over and the 3.6L “high feature” V6, as before, is exclusive to the GXP. By the way, the GXP does not get any facelift love, and thus the infamous “Street Edition” remains ugly enough to stop every clock in a 132-mile radius.

Few cars appear as sleek as the new 2009 Pontiac G6. It comes in your choice of a sporty 2-door coupe; a racy hardtop convertible and even a 4-door family sedan. While all models are available with a 3.5L 224hp V6, only the sedan offers an optional Eco-Tec 2.4L 169hp 4 cylinder engine. Additionally, the GXP trim comes with a 3.6L 252hp V6. There are GT trims of all models available as well – each delivering the goods when it comes to providing a powerful, stable ride.

The MSRPs for the GT sedan, GT coupe and GT convertible are $23,100, $23,100 and $30,210 respectively. GXP trims come with a 6-speed auto tranny, specialized front suspension packages and a host of other high-end features for about 6 thousand dollars more per model. Package dependent of course, you can opt for anything from 200-watt Monsoon premium sound systems, dual chrome exhausts, remote starter, leather brake handle and just about any other specialty feature desired.

Every model and trim comes stock with both driver and passenger-side front and side airbags, anti-lock braking systems and electronic traction control. OnStar is also included with any model chosen. OnStar is quickly becoming a standard for safety because of its ability to instantly request emergency help. The moderate pricing of all G6 models from Pontiac in 2009 makes them popular choices for general public consumption and all are selling very well. They are also reputed for their comfortable rides and sporty appeal – especially the convertible models. Speaking of that, the convertibles feature an industry-leading overall length for retractable hardtops.