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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  Great ride - 2006 Pontiac Torrent
  By Jim - September 2 - 11:16 am

  I have owned some very expensive vehicles, but none ever rode as quietly, comfortably and firmly as my Torrent, nor were they as much fun to drive. For $25,000, it is the bargain of the year as far as I am concerned.

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  Its OK - 2006 Pontiac Torrent
  By Jocelyn - September 1 - 7:13 pm

  So I had a Honda Civic and was forced to get rid of it for an SUV, not happy to begin with. Now I have 45K and my windshield has a 3+ crack that started from the right lower seal! Nothing hit my car. Now its in my face. My rotors thump and my car wont crank over sometimes. I live in a snowy area and have driven it in the snow but never ever saw the AWD light kick on. It used to shift rough but now its OK. I guess it was just because it was new. Its OK though, not happy with it but love the sunroof and definitely the stereo and sound system

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  Good Car, So Far - 2006 Pontiac Torrent
  By Mike - August 16 - 5:20 pm

  My wife was bent on buying one of these things from the first time she saw one on "Survivor." I was wary, partly because I wasnt thrilled about getting an SUV, and partly because Im wary of purchasing anything else from GM (or any American auto maker, for that matter). To be honest, I must admit that Im pleasantly surprised. The ride is comfortable. and it drives quite nicely. The sound system is more than adequate, and we love the sun-roof and leather heated seats. It doesnt feel top-heavy when rounding corners, and rides more like a car than a truck. Weve had no problems thus far. And for the record, I dont ever like admitting when Im wrong. But this was a good choice.

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  First SUV experience - 2006 Pontiac Torrent
  By Jones - July 31 - 8:23 am

  This is my first SUV. I love it. The Torrent is fun, roomy, comfortable and stylish. The back seat has lots of room for the children. The idea of adjustable rear seats is great. I would recommend the Torrent to any first time buyer or anyone that has experience with SUVs.

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  Great vehicle - 2006 Pontiac Torrent
  By Jose - July 5 - 2:53 am

  This really puts the ball in the opponents court. This vehicle has been very reliable and has been nothing short of what I need in a family vehicle.

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  What a surprise, I had no idea - 2006 Pontiac Torrent
  By norita - May 28 - 11:23 am

  That this SUV was out there either until my husband showed it to me online. I had been looking at the Rav4 and the Saturn VUE but when I sat in both vehicles I did not feel exactly as comfortable in them as I did the Pontiac Torrent. I sat in this car and it was like a dream! So roomy, and the rear seat fits 3 comfortably! I had 3 guys over 6 feet tall fit in there with ease. Really, a cool looking vehicle, my kids are in love with it and so am I! Only have 33 miles but easy to drive. Much better on gas than my Dodge Grand Caravan.

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  A good vehicle - 2006 Pontiac Torrent
  By Joanne - April 4 - 11:26 pm

  This vehicle handles wonderfully, is spacious, great visibility, and looks quite handsome. A joy to ride with the added feeling of being safe. I have already recommended this vehicle to friends and family.

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  Lots of room, poor fuel economy/engine - 2006 Pontiac Torrent
  By DandT - February 20 - 1:40 am

  This is my first GM product and my first SUV. Great inside - nice and roomy. Cant use front cupholder and e brake at same time. Only 21-22 mpg.Drives wonderfully - very smooth. Very quiet ride. A pleasure to drive until three weeks ago. Carbon buildup in cylinders at only 21,000 miles and Im not putting trashy gas in it. Something isnt burning right and GM wants to put a band-aid on it instead of finding the cause of the carbon build-up. Ive been without my vehicle for three weeks. Way too new to be having problems.

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  love it - 2006 Pontiac Torrent
  By Frenchyis home - January 24 - 7:26 am

  I totally enjoy driving this car. I had no problem making the change from a car. The torrent gives you a very secure ride, and handles like a dream

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  Please dont buy this truck! - 2006 Pontiac Torrent
  By Naomi Milligan - January 18 - 12:54 pm

  I purchased my 2006 Pontiac Torrent used but GM certified the day after I drove it off the lot I had to take it back for an oil pan seal (luckily the dealer covered that since I had the car less than 24 hours) that was just the beginning and I should have RAN!! I have had this truck 3 years and thus far I have replaced the following: tires, 16 wheel bearings (all by different mechanics to rule out mechanics error), rear end, carrier bearing, CV axles (front and rear), brakes and rotors, 4 alignments (to try and fix the wheel bearing issue), ball joints, control arms, EGR tube, ABS sensor, factory radio (switched for an actermarket as Ive heard of sooooo many issues with the factory ones), cruise control, steering column, windshield washer motor, windshield (x3 dont let a pebble hit the glass, ever!), and after JUST putting over a grand in to it not even a month later (which seems to be about the timeline I get in between repairs) the check engine light is on, the alternator is going out, and there is an all too familiar grinding starting back up. I have actually decided to get a second vehicle as this one is in the shop SO MUCH and every time I go to sell it, something else BREAKS and I have to get it repaired. I am not one to beat my vehicles up (I hate paying for repairs!) and this thing STILL is nothing but problems! The interior is also cheaply made as there is paint coming off the door handles and the radio surround. Oh! And the bumper brackets broke about a month after I bought it (and continued to break) so I got innovative and started using cable ties, probably the most reliable part on this entire vehicle!!! STAY AWAY FROM THIS VEHICLE AT ALL COST!!!! Ive estimated about 8 grand (so far) in repairs and as soon as the check engine light came on it started idling hard (non-permissible content removed)!