Overview & Reviews

User Reviews:

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  Disappointed Owner - 2000 Pontiac Montana
  By S. Byrne - February 23 - 10:00 pm

  Love the ride and comfort and handling, but turned off on GM after other experiences, including broken fold-down cupholder; brakepad loss resulting in grinding of rotors in second year of ownership (GM did pay, although out of warranty); erratic fuel sensor, service engine soon light, change oil light, and overhead displays; flickering lighting, including headlights; sludge in coolant; air conditioner replacement at a cost of nearly $600 at 75,000; excessive oil usage. Dealer turns a deaf ear, while a call to GM was no better--gentleman I spoke with indicated that 95,000 was a good excuse for oil usage. My comment to him was that he was indicating that the life of the vehicle was 100,000!

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  Really an OK car for the money. - 2000 Pontiac Montana
  By Bub - January 30 - 6:46 am

  I bought this car new because my mom was stuck with a GM credit.. otherwise would have bought a Sienna. However, the Montana was $5K cheaper (although now its payback time - no resale). It has really been surprisingly dependable - little stuff (fuel pump under warranty, power window switch, currently at 75K the fuel gauge and cruise control are out) but it has been overall quite dependable. Average gas mileage (17-24), loads of power, and really handles well now that I have switched to 235/60-15 tires - youve simply got to do that. Turns it from wallowing pig to confidence inspiring sport-minivan. Air Conditioning is marginal - you might want to get the dual AC. Seats - barely OK.

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  Best car I have ever owned. - 2000 Pontiac Montana
  By Twins Plus One Mom - January 16 - 3:23 pm

  I love my Montana. I only wish that there were better cup holders in the front. This van has NEVER broken down in the 11 years I have owned it. I did have an issue with after market S-belt tensioners. One of the two is not right. I went through 3 belts and tensioners before my current machanic found the issue. We drove two cross country trips, and had a great time. I love the power sliding door! The rear cargo space. The sound system is still bursting ear drums. I wish I werent so envriomently involved. I need to get better EPA ratings. I am going to try to sell it in the next 3 to 6 months. I already have 3 people that want it. Love it. Love it.. LOVE THIS VAN. My kids are sad to say bye.

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  Sporty Mom Tells All - 2000 Pontiac Montana
  By Heidi in Florida - January 16 - 2:00 am

  I am a 30yrold momma with 3 boys age 3-13 and the van has withstood them wonderfully! However,I have had it in the shop for:Alternator 2x for a grounding recall,passenger mirror vibrates out 4 times,intake valve, broken cup holder,Seatbelt light broken,Seatbelt locking mech broken,cracked 3rd brake light, sliding door guts stuck,A/C-Heater Duct stuck in defrost position.BUT it was all under warranty,I have no complaints.GM has always given me 1st rate service!The sound system is great,Pontiac has always had a wonderful sound system!This is my 3rd Pontiac.My van is powerful and can outrun all other vans that have dared to race with me,my kids love this!

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  2000 Montana Blue - 2000 Pontiac Montana
  By RGP - January 6 - 10:00 am

  We are happy with the Montana - design & performance. The fit and finish is not as good. Comfort is good - though front passanger seat could have more basic adjustments. Power sliding door went out recently.

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  Underrated!!! - 2000 Pontiac Montana
  By Dr. RWK - August 22 - 11:16 am

  No problems here! Cannot understand why this car is not highly rated. Handles well, very quiet, adequate power, smooth ride. No problems in 60,000 miles. Normally would be trading about now, but we will be keeping for a while. Best van we have owned.

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  Great Van - 2000 Pontiac Montana
  By abtowell - May 17 - 10:00 am

  Great two year experience - only problem was a misaligned hood latch and a flimsy cup holder.

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  like it...but - 2000 Pontiac Montana
  By traveler - November 28 - 10:00 am

  The general tires suck...34,000 miles and I already need new set. Rack & pinion is being replaced due to a leak also. Like the styling overall, but the uneven floor creates loading problems; everything slides or and tips forward.

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  Could be better - 2000 Pontiac Montana
  By Soccer Dad - October 10 - 10:00 am

  We have had six warranty repairs. This entailed being without a car or waiting at the dealer to have it repaired. 1. Starter 2. Battery 3. Right front CV joint 4. Altenator repair 5. Pull down Strap replacement on rear hatch 6. Intake manifold gasket for oil leak. In addition to the warranty repairs we replaced the Dunlap tires, lasting only 22,000 miles due to one having a defect. Replaced brakes at 34,500 miles. Speakers vibrate.

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  Montana - spacious and economical - 2000 Pontiac Montana
  By Jeff - August 23 - 9:56 am

  Ownership of the Montana has been a pleasure. The video system helped keep our two kids busy when we drove to Yellowstone and back to Pennsylvania and later to southern Florida and back, along with trips to Massachusetts and back in between. The system takes both vhs video tapes and video game inputs. On these long trips I found the gas milage was better than expected as the most recent trip to Florida gave me at least 27 to close to 30 mpg on the highway. The digital information system helps when put on instantaneous mpg, one learns what helps and what hurts as far as gas milage goes. The vehicle has given us no major engine problems, is good on tire wear and the exterior is still good.