Making more use of the room is a 60/40 split-folding rear seat, a handy feature that isn't available in all of its competitor's
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| The G6's rigidity makes it much more capable of withstanding an accident than its predecessor. (Photo: General Motors of Canada) |
midsize models. The front passenger seat folds forward too, like the Malibu, making it possible to cart home that tree trimmer you just bought at Home Depot before factoring in you left the minivan at home. I should also mention that while its Epsilon architecture makes for exceptional interior room, it also aids in passive
safety. How so? Its rigidity makes the G6 much more capable of withstanding an accident than its predecessor. The new model also gets side-curtain and seat-mounted side airbags as optional equipment. Like the optional OnStar system, they're well worth the investment.
Being that I got ahead of myself with optional features, standard G6 finery that I haven't already mentioned includes keyless entry, cruise control, a driver information centre and fog lamps. Additional options include heated front seats when leather seating surfaces are
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| A four glass panel panoramic roof is definitely my favorite option on the G6. (Photo: Trevor Hofmann, Canadian Auto Press) |
chosen, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, chrome wheels, and my personal favorite, a four glass panel panoramic roof. The three rearmost panels slide up and backwards stacking on an angle atop the roof, opening up a stellar view of the sky above that's large enough even for rear passengers to enjoy the al fresco experience. It's a $2,175 option, but worth the extra coin for that rejuvenating wind-in-the-hair rush. A $1,065 regular glass sunroof is available too, as is the "Canadian Comfort Package" which adds a power seat height adjuster, power adjustable pedals and a tilt/telescopic steering wheel.
