For Release: July 1, 2003
2004 PONTIAC AZTEK: VERSATILE
ON TRIPS AND YOU'LL HAVE FUN GETTING THERE
Pontiac Aztek suits the needs of
today's active consumers by continuing to provide versatility
and fun. Aztek created a new vehicle segment - the sport recreation
vehicle (SRV) - when introduced in 2001, and it continues to define
that segment today. All Aztek models, including the Aztek Rally
Edition, pack plenty of Pontiac driving excitement, yet with the
versatility of a minivan and the rugged, all-wheel drive capability
of an SUV.
Rally time
The Aztek Rally Edition, first introduced in late 2003, gives
the Aztek lineup plenty of spice in 2004. Outfitted in Fusion
Orange, Black or Silver Metallic paints, the high-visibility,
high-value Aztek Rally features a lowered front suspension, 17-inch
aluminum wheels finished in chrome, a chrome-plated exhaust tip,
a front grille that matches the body color, exterior Rally badges,
a cargo-area speaker system with separate radio controls, a power
driver's seat and Rally-embroidered front floor mats. The special
package also comes available with Rally-embroidered leather-appointed
seats.
Potent V-6 power
For 2004, Aztek continues to be available in both front-wheel
drive and all-wheel drive. Both configurations are powered by
a potent 3400 3.4-liter V-6 engine, producing 185 horsepower (138
kw) at 5200 rpm and 210 lb.-ft. (285 Nm) of torque at 4000 rpm.
The 3.4L is mated to the Hydra-Matic 4T65-E electronically controlled
four-speed automatic transmission with adaptive calibration logic.
The result is consistently smooth, precise and firm shifts throughout
the transmission's life.
Aztek's Versatrak all-wheel-drive
system is much more effective than similar systems offered on
competitive makes. Versatrak directs torque to the rear wheels
with the best traction - even if it's only one wheel. Split-traction
surfaces on competitive makes often render the vehicle helpless,
since torque is routed automatically to both wheels. Aztek also
provides the added traction of all-wheel drive with the convenience
of a flat load floor - something unique to the segment.
Aztek's stability comes from its
wide stance coupled with a top-notch suspension system. Up front,
Aztek features MacPherson struts fitted with four-stage shock
absorber valving for optimum ride and handling. In back, AWD Aztek
models benefit from a short-and-long-arm independent suspension
designed and engineered specifically for this application. The
result is a significant handling edge over live-axle systems,
particularly on irregular pavement.
The base front-wheel-drive model
comes with standard 16-inch steel wheels and wheel covers. Front-drive
1SB and all-wheel-drive 1SA and 1SB models feature 16-inch, painted
snowflake cast-aluminum wheels with P215/70R16 all-season blackwall
radial tires. Aztek customers who choose the 17-inch wheel option
on 1SB (standard on 1SC) front- or all-wheel-drive models will
enjoy the sporty looks of five-spoke flangeless cast-aluminum
wheels equipped with P225/60R17 all-season blackwall tires.
Entertainment
This year, Aztek owners will have the option of being able to
play MP3-format audio in their vehicles, packing in up to two
hours of music on one CD. The 2004 Aztek also offers a DVD entertainment
system, along with a full line of CD and stereo audio systems.
Aztek's integrated overhead multimedia system plays DVD video,
DVD audio and CDs, and includes a flat, flip-down, 7-inch (178
mm) video screen, two wireless headphones and a wireless remote
control. The DVD-format screen provides superior picture quality,
and the system has a 1.5-second "video memory," preventing
potholes, railroad tracks or other rough road surfaces from interfering
with the sound and picture. Simple controls - Power, Play and
Eject buttons - make the DVD player easy to use. Three auxiliary
jacks, for devices such as video games and camcorders, offer additional
versatility. In fact, passengers can use the DVD player, the radio,
and the CD player all at the same time. The overhead DVD player
is available only on the 1SC option package.
In addition, Aztek offers XM Satellite
Radio as an option on all models (continental U.S. only). XM Satellite
Radio provides 100 coast-to-coast, digital-quality channels of
original music, news, sports and talk. Consumers can subscribe
to the basic service for $9.99 a month - less than the cost of
a single CD. In addition, GM customers with GMAC financing can
choose to include the XM subscription in their car payments.
Outdoor amenities
For those who enjoy getting closer to nature, Aztek offers an
enhanced camping package, with a custom tent that fits securely
over the rear half of the vehicle and an awning at the back of
the vehicle, that provides protection from the elements …
or a shady place to rest. The camping package also includes a
custom-sized air mattress that rests on the wide flat load floor
when the rear seats are folded up or removed. Customers can inflate
the air mattress by using the integrated inflator or the optional
auxiliary accessory outlet located in the cargo area.
For biking aficionados, Aztek lets its owners choose whether they
prefer transporting their bicycles inside or outside the vehicle.
In either case, the package also includes all-weather floor mats
and waterproof seat covers, making cleanup a breeze.
Safety
Driver and front passenger frontal air bags are standard across
the board. Side-impact air bags are standard on all-wheel-drive
models and the high-level 1SC front-wheel-drive model. Side-impact
air bags are available on front-wheel-drive entry 1SA and mid-level
1SB models. The OnStar safety and security system (U.S. and Canada
only) comes standard on both high-level 1SC front-wheel-drive
and all-wheel-drive models, including Safe & Sound Service
with emergency assistance services, air-bag deployment notification,
Accident Assist, roadside assistance, stolen vehicle tracking,
remote diagnostics, remote door lock and unlock, and online concierge
services.
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Contact:
Rick Crooks
Pontiac-GMC Communications
Phone: 313-667-4129
Fax: 313-667-4001
E-mail: rick.a.crooks@gm.com
GM of Canada Communications
Richard James
Phone: 905-644-1804
Fax: 905-644-3873
E-mail: richard.james@gm.com
GM de Mexico Communications
Juan Bernardo Urrutia
Phone: 011(5255) 5901-3046
E-mail: juanbernardo.urrutia@gm.com
