This page lists 75 cars that start with G, running alphabetically from “Galant” to “GK1”. The list covers family hatchbacks, SUVs, luxury sedans, muscle cars, race cars and rare grand tourers from many countries. You can use it to identify a car you spotted on the road, compare models from one brand, or research your next purchase.
Cars are self-propelled road vehicles that carry people and cargo from place to place. Karl Benz built the first practical one in 1885, and the “G” names here range from the Volkswagen “Golf”, one of the best-selling cars ever, to the Ford “GT40”, which beat Ferrari at Le Mans.
Below you’ll find the table with the car, brand, type, production years and description for every model.
Galant
A long-running family sedan that Mitsubishi sold worldwide across nine generations. It was known for reliability, and the sporty VR-4 versions had turbocharged engines and all-wheel drive.
Galaxie
Ford’s flagship full-size American car of the 1960s. It came as a sedan, hardtop, convertible or wagon, with V8 engines up to 7.0 liters in the sportiest 500 and XL trims.
Galaxy
A large European people carrier that seated up to seven. It started as a joint project with Volkswagen and Seat, and was popular with big families and taxi fleets.
Gallardo
Lamborghini’s best-selling model, with a V10 engine and all-wheel drive. Over 14,000 were built, and it made supercar ownership more practical than the brand’s earlier cars.
Genesis
Hyundai’s first rear-wheel-drive luxury sedan. It competed with German executive cars on price and equipment, and later became the base for the standalone Genesis brand.
Genesis Coupe
A rear-wheel-drive two-door with a turbocharged four-cylinder or V6 engine. It was a cheap, tuner-friendly option for drivers wanting a sporty coupe.
G70
A compact luxury sports sedan with rear-wheel drive and a choice of turbo four-cylinder or twin-turbo V6. It earned praise for sharp handling and a good price.
G80
A mid-size luxury sedan that sits between the G70 and G90. It focuses on a quiet ride, a well-made interior, and a long list of standard features.
G90
The brand’s flagship limousine-style sedan, built for comfort and rear-seat space. It offers a smooth ride and high-end materials at a lower price than many rivals.
GV60
Genesis’s first dedicated electric vehicle, built on the same platform as the Hyundai Ioniq 5. It has fast charging, a distinctive crystal-sphere gear selector and sporty styling.
GV70
A compact luxury SUV that won several awards for design and value. It is available with gas engines and as an all-electric version.
GV80
A mid-size luxury SUV and Genesis’s first SUV. It has a long hood, a big grille, a plush interior and a choice of four, six or later hybrid powertrains.
G20
A small, entry-level luxury sedan based on Nissan’s Primera. It was cheap to run and liked for its balanced handling and comfortable cabin.
G25
A lower-cost version of the G37 sedan with a 2.5-liter V6. It gave buyers rear-wheel-drive Infiniti handling at a lower price.
G35
A rear-wheel-drive Infiniti with a 3.5-liter V6, built on Nissan’s FM platform. It was a hit with enthusiasts who saw it as a rival to BMW’s 3 Series.
G37
An updated G35 with a 3.7-liter V6 and more power. It came as a sedan, coupe and convertible, and is still popular with enthusiasts and drifters.
Galloper
A boxy Korean off-roader based on the Mitsubishi Pajero. Hyundai sold it mostly in Korea and Europe as a cheap, simple 4×4.
Getz
A small hatchback sold in many markets, and known as the Click in Korea. It was popular for low running costs and an easy-to-drive nature.
Grand i10
A compact city car made largely in India. It is slightly bigger than the i10, with a roomy cabin and low running costs.
Giulia
The name appeared on a classic Alfa saloon in the 1960s and returned in 2015 as a rear-wheel-drive sports sedan. The Quadrifoglio version has a 505-hp Ferrari-derived V6.
Giulietta
The original was a small, sporty sedan, coupe and Spider that helped make Alfa popular worldwide. The name returned in 2010 on a five-door hatchback.
GTV
A front-wheel-drive two-door coupe with a wedge shape designed by Pininfarina. It was sold with four-cylinder and V6 engines, and is remembered for its handling and its sound.
Gamma
Lancia’s large luxury saloon and coupe, with a flat-four engine. It was stylish and comfortable, but had reliability problems that hurt its reputation.
Grande Punto
The third-generation Punto, a stylish and spacious small hatchback designed by Giugiaro. It was one of Europe’s top sellers in the mid-2000s.
Gremlin
A short American hatchback with a sloped tail. It was AMC’s cheap answer to imports and has become a cult classic.
Gran Torino
A mid-size American car that came in many body styles. It became famous after appearing in the TV show Starsky & Hutch and Clint Eastwood’s film Gran Torino.
Granada
A European Ford sold as a roomy family car and executive saloon. A different, unrelated Granada was sold in the United States from 1975 to 1982.
GT
A mid-engined supercar that celebrated the GT40 racing car. The 2017 model had a twin-turbo V6 and a carbon fiber body, and was built in limited numbers.
GT40
The Ford sports racing car that beat Ferrari at Le Mans four years in a row from 1966. It was so named because it stood just 40 inches tall.
GTC4Lusso
A four-seat Ferrari with a V12 engine and a hatchback body. It was the brand’s practical grand tourer, with four-wheel drive and four-wheel steering.
Golf
One of the best-selling cars ever, with more than 37 million made. The Golf set the template for the modern compact hatchback and is now in its eighth generation.
Golf GTI
The car that started the hot hatch category. It paired a small, practical body with a punchy engine and tight handling, and is still a benchmark for fun daily cars.
Golf R
The fastest regular Golf, with all-wheel drive and a turbocharged four-cylinder engine. It balances everyday usability with serious performance.
Gol
A small Brazilian-built hatchback that was Brazil’s best-selling car for 27 years running. It was cheap to buy and fix.
Grand Cherokee
A mid-size SUV that blends off-road ability with comfort. It was among the first luxury-leaning SUVs and remains Jeep’s best-selling model in the US.
Grand Wagoneer
A large luxury SUV with three rows of seats, advanced tech and a plush interior. It revives the Wagoneer name, which dates back to 1963.
Gladiator
A Jeep pickup truck. The modern version is based on the Wrangler, and keeps its removable roof and doors and strong off-road ability.
Grand Caravan
A long-wheelbase version of the Dodge Caravan and one of the most popular minivans in North America. It was known for roomy seating and low prices.
Grand Marquis
A big, comfortable rear-wheel-drive American sedan with a V8 engine. It was a favorite of older drivers and fleet buyers, and shared its platform with the Ford Crown Victoria.
Grand Prix
A Pontiac that began as a luxury performance coupe and ended as a mid-size sedan. The name was kept for more than four decades.
Grand Am
A sporty Pontiac available as a coupe or sedan. It became one of the best-selling cars in America in the 1990s and early 2000s.
G5
A small two-door car based on the Chevrolet Cobalt. It was Pontiac’s cheaper entry-level coupe and was sold alongside the Cobalt.
G6
A mid-size Pontiac sold as a sedan, coupe and folding hardtop convertible. It replaced the Grand Am and had V6 power.
G8
A rear-wheel-drive performance sedan built in Australia by Holden. The GXP version had a 6.2-liter V8 and became a minor modern classic.
GTO
Widely seen as the car that started the muscle car era. The 2004 revival was a rebadged Australian Holden Monaro with a V8.
Grand Vitara
A compact SUV that offered real off-road ability in a small package. The newer version sold in India and elsewhere is a hybrid crossover.
Gypsy
A tough, light four-wheel-drive vehicle based on the Suzuki Samurai. It was widely used by the Indian Army and police.
Grandis
A seven-seat MPV with sliding rear doors and a flexible interior. It was sold mostly in Europe and Asia.
GTO
A heavily equipped Japanese sports coupe with a twin-turbo V6 and all-wheel drive. It was sold in the US as the Dodge Stealth and 3000GT.
Gloria
A Japanese executive sedan, first from Prince Motors and later Nissan. It was built over 11 generations and sold as a stylish alternative to the Cedric.
GT-R
Nicknamed Godzilla, this twin-turbo V6, all-wheel-drive coupe beat far pricier supercars on track. Earlier Skyline GT-R models date back to 1969.
Grand Livina
A small seven-seat family car sold across Southeast Asia and other markets. It has a flexible interior and low running costs.
Granvia
A large Toyota people carrier. The newer version is a luxury van with captain’s chairs, sold mainly in Asia and some other markets.
Grand Highlander
A bigger version of the Highlander with more cargo and third-row space. It is available with a hybrid powertrain and is aimed at big families.
GR Yaris
A rally-inspired hot hatch with a turbocharged three-cylinder engine and all-wheel drive. Toyota built it to qualify for World Rally Championship competition.
GR Corolla
A high-performance Corolla hatchback with a turbocharged 1.6-liter three-cylinder engine and all-wheel drive. It shares much with the GR Yaris.
GR86
A small, light rear-wheel-drive coupe developed with Subaru. It focuses on handling and driver involvement rather than outright speed.
GT86
A rear-wheel-drive sports coupe built with Subaru as the BRZ. It was praised for its balance and was sold under the GT86 name in Europe.
GR Supra
The fifth-generation Supra, developed with BMW and using a BMW inline-six engine. It brought back a famous Toyota name after a 17-year break.
GX
A rugged mid-size luxury SUV with body-on-frame construction and a V8 or V6 engine. It is based on the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado and Toyota 4Runner.
GS
A mid-size rear-wheel-drive Lexus sedan, aimed at the BMW 5 Series. It was known for quietness and smooth V6 and V8 engines.
G-Class
Also called the G-Wagen, this boxy off-roader began as a military vehicle. It is now a status symbol that still has three locking differentials.
GLA
Mercedes’s smallest SUV, built on the A-Class platform. It combines a raised ride height with the cost and size of a compact car.
GLB
A boxy compact SUV with an optional third row of seats. It offers more space than a GLA and suits small families.
GLC
Mercedes’s best-selling model in many markets. It is a comfortable mid-size luxury SUV and replaced the GLK.
GLE
A larger luxury SUV that replaced the M-Class. It comes with plug-in hybrid and high-performance AMG versions.
GLK
A small, square-shaped luxury SUV based on the C-Class. It was Mercedes’s first compact SUV for several markets.
GLS
Mercedes’s largest SUV, with seven seats and a luxurious cabin. It is sometimes called the S-Class of SUVs.
Ghibli
The first Ghibli was a sleek V8 grand tourer designed by Giugiaro. The 2013 revival was a four-door sedan that gave Maserati its biggest sales volume.
GranTurismo
A two-door luxury coupe with a V8 engine and a famous exhaust note. The second generation also comes in an all-electric Folgore version.
Grecale
Maserati’s smaller SUV, which sits below the Levante. It comes with turbo four-cylinder, V6 and all-electric options.
Ghost
A smaller, more driver-focused Rolls-Royce sedan, offering silent luxury and a hand-built interior. It shares some parts with BMW’s 7 Series.
Gravity
A three-row electric SUV from US maker Lucid, with a long driving range and fast charging. It is a rival to the Tesla Model X and the Rivian R1S.
Goggomobil
A small German microcar made by Glas in Bavaria. It was a cheap alternative to the bubble car and sold over 280,000 units, including in coupe form.
GK1
A rare British grand tourer with a fiberglass body, styled by Bertone and powered by a Chevrolet Corvette V8. Only around 100 were built before the company folded.
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