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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  Started great but ended badly! - 2006 Pontiac Torrent
  By timmy78 - September 2 - 6:50 am

  I bought my 2006 Pontiac Torrent in 2009 with only 22k miles on it. The first year and a half, the vehicle was the best that Id owned. Drove from Memphis, TN to Gatlingburg in the snow, Hattisburg, MS, Meridian, MS, Jonesboro, AR, and Little Rock, AR with no problems. But during my trip to Little Rock, it seemed like I was having trans problems. When I took it to the trans shop, they said it was a speed sensor. Needless to say, the speed sensor kept messing up. I had it replaced 4 times before getting rid of the vehicle. Now, my ex-fiancees aunt has replaced the trans but the problems persists. And the paint is peeling.

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  Love it--had problems - 2006 Pontiac Torrent
  By shana - August 28 - 1:50 pm

  I love my car. Looks good-sporty-but I have named her Christine. A lot of little problems from sensors that would not allow me to put gas in my car (really!) to a freaked out blower motor that would not turn off. (twice) This summer vacationing at the beach, I was caught in a torrential rainstorm. Noticed a horrible wet smell the next couple of days. Yesterday took Christine to get her washed and water came through the dome lights. From the gearshift. And into the floorboard. Warranty gone! What do I do other than be thankful for the drought in my state.

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  Ask the dealer - 2006 Pontiac Torrent
  By Leann Bell - August 4 - 8:50 pm

  Ive had my Torrent for some time now no big problems so far lots of little ones had it serviced the mechanic left radiator cap off over heated on a trip. I asked the dealership how to verify that AWD is operational, said to take it out put it in mud and try to see if it works, GM cant answer this question either. Worried about wheel bearings. Not good work from dealer shop.

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  So far so good - 2006 Pontiac Torrent
  By G Miller - October 23 - 5:10 pm

  Ive had my Torrent for a week. I love it! Sure, its not a Lexus or Infiniti, but it is good value for the money. I happen to like the seats. Theyre firm, and they dont catch me under the knees like most car seats do. There is very little noise filtering in while on the highway. The back seat legroom is fantastic, as is entry/exit. And if you lower the back seat, you have tons of room. I think GM worked out some of the bugs from the Equinox and has a winner with the Torrent. There are a few things I dont care for, but just about every car has those things we dont like. Id recommend it to anyone!

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  My Torrent - 2006 Pontiac Torrent
  By King - October 4 - 8:40 pm

  I love driving my Torrent. Its fast and comfortable and the best buck for the bang.

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  love it - 2006 Pontiac Torrent
  By Kathi - March 9 - 1:43 pm

  I have driven in the Ozarks and with all the hills and turns the Torrent handles the curves well!

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  Enjoying New Torrent - 2006 Pontiac Torrent
  By JohnV - March 3 - 4:36 am

  I wasnt interested in an SUV until I test drove a Torrent. I was very impressed on how it handled,and how enjoyable it was to drive. The interior also caught my eye with the great amount of leg room in the back.

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  2006 Pontiac Torrent - 2006 Pontiac Torrent
  By G.M.Weber - January 3 - 7:56 pm

  Pleasant vehicle with easy handling, very responsive, and fun to drive. Adequate amount of space in rear and moveable rear seat to add more storage space is excellent. Tail gate raises high to clear ones head when open. Nice hand holds for bringing it down. Should NEVER put black interior in a SUV - as it shows every bit of dust/dirt, and a SUV is for working~!

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  Good at the Start/Getting noisy now - 2006 Pontiac Torrent
  By Bill - July 21 - 6:53 pm

  Ive had the car for about 6 months. I loved it at first, put 3000 miles on it in two weeks on a trip to florida. The car was tight at first, but is turning into a rattletrap. I have 10,000 miles on it and cannot get rid of the noises despite numerous trips to the dealer.

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  2006 Pontiac Torrent - 2006 Pontiac Torrent
  By Tim Stout - July 8 - 2:16 pm

  I have had a Torrent for the past 11 months. After driving a Montana Mini van for five years, I found the interior room of the Torrent much smaller, with the floor gear shift lever taking up too much room, especially for the right front passenger. There is not enough leg room for stretching out, even with either front seat all the way back. The exterior gives the impression of a "big" SUV, but the interior does not. The motor is sufficient, but lacks the get up I was use to in the Montana. So far it has been a reliable vehicle, and should remain that way for years to come. It has a comfortable but noisy ride, mostly from the tires. The AWD is great in snow when driven with care.