Overview & Reviews

A new GXP trim level debuts this year; this performance model comes with a 264-horsepower 3.6-liter V6, six-speed automatic transmission and sport-tuned steering and suspension components. Other changes this year include minor equipment adjustments and a retuned suspension for regular Torrents that Pontiac says provides better ride and handling characteristics than before.

• Flexible interior design, high crash test scores, powerful V6 engine in GXP trim.

User Reviews:

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  2008 pontiac torrent - 2008 Pontiac Torrent
  By tammy/robert - July 18 - 2:46 am

  So far so good. Lots of room. Very comfortable. Good braking. Nice exterior design. Getting fair gas mileage.

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  Locked up steering and ignition - 2008 Pontiac Torrent
  By dgulrey - March 24 - 8:36 am

  This car has locked up 8 times on us since we bought it in April 2008 I have been told thats the way there designed and thats normal for torrents.

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  Great choice - 2008 Pontiac Torrent
  By Rob R - October 22 - 7:16 pm

  I had the Equinox LS for the past four years and had no real complaints. I know Ive only owned the Torrent for a few weeks and its new, however the ride, handling, and style is superior over the Equinox. I would have gone for the new Vue however the cost to lease is unreal. I agree 100% with a lot of the other writers on the quirks based on my experience with the Equinox, but the Torrent is such a better upgrade.

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  Would recommend - 2008 Pontiac Torrent
  By Persy - June 27 - 1:43 pm

  Bought in Pittsburgh in Feb 2008. Has handled very well in snow and rain! Doesnt have a lot of horsepower - but, that keeps the MPG lower. Some of the inside features are breaking (mirror covers). But, overall a very reliable car, and I drive a LOT.

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  Like it so much bought a 2nd one - 2008 Pontiac Torrent
  By Mikey - April 9 - 3:43 pm

  Actually owned its cousin the Chevrolet Equinox for 4 years. I love that car. So much so I added a Torrent to the stable. The Equinox and Torrent are fun to drive and I have had zero problems. A little over 20 in the city and 24-26 on the highway MPG. The moving Rear seat is my favorite feature, but the performance of the engine and transmission is as good as the Mercedes I once owned.

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  Good Solid Ride (Whip) - 2008 Pontiac Torrent
  By Michigan Driver - August 9 - 5:52 pm

  I bought my Torrent used with around 90,000 miles. After a few months I started to have engine power problems transmission problems, losing power, running rough. I also had problems with the stabilitrac and antilock brakes. I went to the dealership and they had no answers or ideas on what the problem was. I did some research and a domino effect of thing were improved by a new egr valve as well as plugs and wires. I did all repairs myself to save hundreds. All the problems went away and Ive put 10s of thousands of miles on it with no more issues.

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  GXP Sleeper - 2008 Pontiac Torrent
  By ACE - July 6 - 7:46 pm

  Every Torrent owner I have talked to really likes their vehicle. This GXP is really fast and handles like a sports car. It is so neutral in the corners. When you expect the front end to push, it just digs in & goes round. I am at over 22 mpg now. It has great utility to boot. If you are looking for a vehicle like this, you really owe it to yourself to give it a try. I know of Honda owners who dont get but a 1mpg more in their smaller CR-V and no fun factor at all. Even Scions only get about 23.5 & are slower than molasses.

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  Im in love - 2008 Pontiac Torrent
  By Joey - October 22 - 1:13 pm

  I just brought this baby home and Im smitten. I test drove several SUVs over Labor Day weekend (the 2008s were priced to move). I didnt even know that Pontiac had a crossover (I was familiar with the Equinox, which is the same vehicle). I was about to pull the Trigger on a Santa Fe, which actually had a nicer interior with more storage, but once I test drove the Pontiac, I was sold. The 3.4 L pulls that rig right up to speed with no problem, and the handling was tight like a sports sedan. Compared to the Santa Fe and the Escape, the Torrent won on performance alone (and good looks). Also, I averaged 26 MPG on the 120 mile freeway drive home. Not bad for a big vehicle like this.

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  Owning a 2008 Torrent - 2008 Pontiac Torrent
  By Tommy Torrent - June 5 - 9:56 pm

  This vehicle is fun to drive for my wife, much easier than our previous 03 Explorer. Great ride. The only complaint is the short turning radius.

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  Strong enough for a man but made for me - 2008 Pontiac Torrent
  By Gail Oldow - May 7 - 12:30 am

  My husband went on and on about seeing this beautiful vehicle, so we went to test drive it. As soon as I got in and adjusted the seats and realized that I would never again need a pillow to get close enough to the steering wheel, I was in love. And then to top things off,I finally had a place to store my huge purse; the center console lifts up to hold a purse or anything else. And then you can fold the center back down again. For a woman who pays a lot of money for purses, I never have to throw it on the floor, or the back seat, I can have it next to me but neatly stored. Someone was really thinking there. Thank you!