Yes it does. (Not sure how the mid line '09 models will be set up).
I also had a 6cyl GrandAm. I do notice the difference with the new 4cyl, but the 6sp does shift up quick and smooth on acceleration. I had 4 people in the car today and the acceleration was still quite good. I lost a few ticks on the avg mpg.
If you always need to feel the G's pushing you back into the seat then stay with a 6cyl, if that's only a secondary thing then the 4cyl/6sd is more then enough.
DrD
