The 1997 edition of the car actually represents the sixth generation Pontiac Grand Prix which came with multiple exterior, interior and engine upgrades.
Assembled in Kansas City, Kansas, the new Grand Prix featured an entirely new look, including a redesigned front with new headlights, a two-section grille and circular fog beams, and a more aerodynamical body which adopted the same design line as other Pontiac models of that time. The engine line-up now included three variants, including a supercharged 3.8 V6 which was capable of releasing a maximum power of 240 hp, a top speed of 139.8 mph and a 0 to 100 km/h acceleration in approximately 8.5 seconds.