Overview & Reviews

For 2006, Pontiac unveils the Torrent, a crossover SUV based on the Chevrolet Equinox platform.

• Long wheelbase affords plenty of interior room, fore/aft-adjustable rear seats, high crash test scores, available side curtain airbags.

• Limited choice in drivetrains, confusing stereo control layout, slow steering response.

User Reviews:

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  I love my new Torrent! - 2006 Pontiac Torrent
  By Tammy - January 22 - 3:56 am

  This is a great auto for someone who likes the bigness of a SUV but wants the better gas mileage and size of a car.

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  Worst Car Ever! - 2006 Pontiac Torrent
  By trish526 - January 18 - 9:46 am

  This has to be the biggest lemon I ever bought! Its now 2 years old and its been in for service over 10 times starting 6 months after I bought it. Its been in for reasons ranging from a bad battery to the ignition column locking up. Each time I take it in service claims its fixed and each time I have the same issue or a whole new one. Ive called Pontiac and GMC and neither can help me. Im now stuck in a car thats been deemed unsafe for another 2 years because it will cost me too much to get out. I cringe whenever I drive the car and brace myself to deal with service centers. If you want reliable, go with a Honda. If you want headaches, buy a GMC or Pontiac.

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  A Great SUV - 2006 Pontiac Torrent
  By Patch - December 15 - 3:56 am

  This is a great SUV. Its got a lot of interior room for the smaller size. The sound system is nice, but could have more reliable speakers (already broke one). It is not powerful enough to tow more then a little trailer to the dump. The 17" wheels are really nice. Great SUV.

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  PIECE OF CRAP!!! - 2006 Pontiac Torrent
  By NRBO - December 6 - 2:00 am

  This make is a piece of crap. 2nd year fuel pump went out, third year the entire ignition system went out. 4th year the heater quits working - apparently this has happened to thousand of this model but GM refuses a recall - the part costs $22 but it costs $1500 for labor because to replace the part requires removal of the entire front section of the car. Look it up - blender acuerator. My mechanic says it is the poorest designed car he has ever seen and wont even attempt to replace that part. I am getting rid of this piece of junk as soon as I can. It is winter in the south and no heater. The dealership just laughed when asked about ongoing issues with this car.

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  back to general motors - 2006 Pontiac Torrent
  By Tim - November 22 - 11:30 pm

  First of all, GM is priced much better than most companies with HQs overseas. You can dicker with the price for the same quality much more than with Honda or Toyota or Mercedes, etc. Secondly, the build quality is at least equal now---just look for yourselves. My buddy works for Cadillac---he knows its true and now I do too. My Pontiac is trim and big and powerful enough to serve my needs-- -it feels good and with black leather the interior has the right stuff. FULLY equiped the price was thousands less than 4 runner or Highlander or Honda.

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  Love That Torrent - 2006 Pontiac Torrent
  By Mia - November 11 - 9:36 pm

  This is my first SUV. So far so good. I love the room in this vehicle. I love the console and that everything is controlled from the center even the windows. Gas Mileage is great. It costs no more to drive than the car I had. I am getting a lot of compliments. "Nice!"

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  Happy but wont buy American again - 2006 Pontiac Torrent
  By Wyoming Guy - November 11 - 8:33 am

  Have owned my Torrent almost 3 years. Over all I have to admit I have been happy with it. I like the roominess, the stereo, and the power. The problems Ive had are the right front door speaker had to be replaced, twice. I had to replace the windshield in it, twice. Both times no explanation for why the windshield cracked. Too much flex in the body? Also the remote clicker wouldnt always unlock the car. That seems to be working okay now. The car is nearing the end of its warranty and I had planned on trading before it expires but the car has depreciated so much that I owe more than its worth. Now that Pontiac is going away wonder what that will do to the value? My next car will be a Honda

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  Great SUV for the Price - 2006 Pontiac Torrent
  By Bill H - August 16 - 4:43 am

  Excellent value. Great style. Just drove 3900 miles with the family to Yellowstone / Tetons. Very comfortable ride with plenty of room, quiet ride. Leather/Heated seats are great in cold weather. This is the first new Pontiac Ive ever purchased. Very satisfied.

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  2006 Not Worth It - 2006 Pontiac Torrent
  By archie74 - July 22 - 11:51 pm

  Paint on drivers side rear wheel started peeling after 4 years. Dealer dismissed this as it was off warranty and nothing they could do. Paint is now peeling on tailgate, front passenger 1/4, rear driver 1/4 panel and inside the rear passenger door. Im waiting to see if GM is going to step up as this is not the result of normal wear and tear. Inferior paint is a known problem on 2006 models.

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  Spacious, Comfortable, Fun to Drive, Good Value - 2006 Pontiac Torrent
  By aldwis25 - June 28 - 8:23 am

  Bought used at 5K mi., has +97K mi. now. Overall reliable, comfortable, smooth ride, fun to drive. Get about 17 city/24 hwy mpg. Pros: Very spacious front/rear seating and cargo space; comfortable; reliable; smooth ride for low-price basic crossover class (broad wheel base). Cons: Replaced heating/A/C actuator motor at 53K (+$900 repair) but was GM recall later - contacted dealer, reimbursed same day; replaced wheel bearings at 75K; replaced bolts on exhaust at 86K (apparently common problem on Torrent and Equinox - made exhaust loud - easy $20 fix); slow pick-up at acceleration; odd window controls placement (all in front seat center console).