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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Torrent Terrific - 2006 Pontiac Torrent
By Macadew - April 27 - 3:36 amA fun SUV to drive with a very stylish exterior. Comfortable for long trips in both front and rear seats. Smooth ride, quiet interior and handles well in all weather. Instrumentation panel is easy to read during the daytime, but all the red at night makes it a little harder to see. Cup holders in front in awkward spot with emergency brake hitting them when pulling up. Turning radius needs tightened up some. Overall extremely satisfied with Torrent and would buy another one. Looking forward to seeing GXP edition.
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On/Off Public Roads - 2006 Pontiac Torrent
By Sandra Dicks - March 12 - 5:33 pmVehicle purchased for AWD capability. We live in cottage country on 2 mile privately maintained gravel road in a snowbelt area. Have put 6000 miles on vehicle since mid August 2006, including a round trip to Florida of about 3000 miles. The Torrent has been a delight to drive and handles well in all weather conditions including snow, slush and ice covered roads through through the mountains. Although not quite as roomy as our previous 2003 Pontiac Montana it comfortably holds all our luggage, golf clubs/pull carts and two Bikes (hitch mounted). Our trim level includes leather, 17 inch wheels and premier Pioneer audio system. Acceleration and handling is good, except for turning radius.
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Fun to drive - 2006 Pontiac Torrent
By Forrest - November 27 - 4:03 amI maybe shouldnt write about the torrent yet bacause I only have a 100 miles on it but my wife and I really love this car. We came from having a BMW 330I which be both felt was a cramps car after awhile so now having the Torrent we both feel that it has so much room inside and places to store things. We live in CA. not that it gets that cold but the heated seats are really great at times. Power seems to be fine and comfort is great too. One other thing thats great about this car is theres not a million others of these on the road.
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06 Torrent AWD - 2006 Pontiac Torrent
By dekes1 - November 15 - 7:40 pmOverall impression: Rides excellent, feels closer to a sedan than to a truck . Handles suprisingly well for an SUV but is still a 3700 pound vehicle so its no sports car. One of the best looking SUVs on the road in my opinion, similar to a Lexus RX330 (but not as smooth as the Nissan Murano). It would be nice to see a sporty version with a bigger engine and dual exhaust but overall this is a great value SUV.
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Vacation - 2006 Pontiac Torrent
By Fred Holt - October 29 - 2:03 amWe went on a trip from Alabama to Branson, Mo then on to Arizona to the Grand Canyon and then on to Yellowstone Park and back to Ala. The performance overall was great. Had a great time
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Very happy with vehicle. - 2006 Pontiac Torrent
By AK - October 7 - 1:10 pmI leased my 2006 on Christmas Eve 2005. I am very impressed at the amount of interior room the vehicle has. I am a tall individual so I drive with the seat all the way back and reclined. Not one complaint from passengers seated directly behind me. Reliability so far has been top notch. I like the way the dashboard is situated. Only complaint I have is, I think the manufacturer could have made the vehicle more powerful. 185 horsepower is just not enough for this sized vehicle. A sufficient amount would be about 215 horsepower.
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The Pontiac Torrent Rocks! - 2006 Pontiac Torrent
By vicki powers - September 8 - 6:20 pmI love my new 2006 Torrent. I wish there wre more colors available though. The purple haze almost looks brown in the light instead of purple. We chose the blue metalliac streak. Awesome color. My Torrent handles very well, and the amenities are too many to count. My Dad now has lots of leg room in the back seat. Very stylish. We just love it.
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Terrific vehicle! - 2006 Pontiac Torrent
By Mike Sunderland - August 19 - 10:26 amI was first attracted to the Equinox because of its styling and size. Then I compared it to the Pontiac Torrent. The Torrent won hands down! It has a much bolder and classier appearance than the Equinox just by a few design changes. My Torrent came equiped with all the bells and whistles that most of the Equinox cars did not have. I love every feature of the Torrent! With only a few minor modifications, the Torrent could be as good as it gets at any price. Since Im 62" my main concern was leg room and comfort. The Torrent fit this requirement perfectly. It is also equipped with a very reliable and proven GM power plant. I highly recomment the Pontiac Torrent as your new vehicle.
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Super! - 2006 Pontiac Torrent
By Impressed! - July 21 - 2:46 amAwesome leg room in the front and back seats. Comfortable ride. Excellent power and fuel economy. No problems. Reliable and fun to drive. Ive owned GM vehicles for years and this is the best one yet.
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Nice suv for the money - 2006 Pontiac Torrent
By TT - July 14 - 9:40 pmI was shopping for a wagon with good gas mileage and lots of room. I narrowed it down to the Magnum and the Torrent It came down to price and resale value. I picked up the Torrent used with 7200 miles for 16,900 with the standard package which by the way gives lots of options. I liked the styling on the Torrent and enjoyed the peppy response on the throttle. I was also suprised by the quietness of the cabin. Ride is really nice, very smooth and the engine barely makes a murmur. I love the room in the back seat and the cargo area is superior to lots of larger suvs in function all the seats fold down including the front passenger seat for added length. Much nicer than the Vue.
