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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  2006 Pontiac Torrent SUV FWD - 2006 Pontiac Torrent
  By Gary - January 10 - 4:40 am

  I love my 06 Pontiac Torrent sents bought new in 2006 have had no issues with it , its now January 2020 and the millage now is 218,508 runs like a charm.

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  Solid Comfort - 2006 Pontiac Torrent
  By Stewart Williams - November 21 - 11:23 am

  It drives easily and offers a very comfortable ride. I especially enjoy driving it on long trips. It seems to ride most comfortably when its fully loaded with cargo and passengers. Its V6 gives me plenty of power to ease onto Interstate highways and it climbs over the mountains of Western Maryland with ease. The 5 speed transmission is the smoothest shifting one Ive ever experienced. I would rate the Torrent as a very good vehicle, but Pontiac would do better by not using so much cheap plastic around the dash area. Also, the front seat cup holder and emergency break placement are very poorly designed.

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  PoorFuel Economy - 2006 Pontiac Torrent
  By Jeremy - October 17 - 11:26 pm

  Father of 2 and happily married, We love out Torrent. But It seems to suck down the gas and we travel on the highway often because we live in a small town so to go shopping or to get to work we are taking frequent 15-20 minute trips. We have only been getting around 240-260 miles per tank? We are wondering if anyone else is noticing this? The specs say we should get over 300? Besides the punch in the face at the gas station we love it and it fits our sporty lifestyle.

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  Its been good to me so far - 2006 Pontiac Torrent
  By Margaret - October 16 - 5:56 am

  Before buying my Torrent, I also test drove its Chevy sister, the Equinox. The decision maker was the Equinox had scratchy upholstery while the Torrents was soft and comfortable. The Torrent has proven to be a comfortable vehicle, even for tall passengers riding in the back seat. Sharp exterior but the interior could use a touch of class. Three design flaws: (1) I dont smoke, but a removable ashtray should be standard for things like gum wrappers; (2) The CD storage area is not easily accessible; and (3) A wider cargo compartment would have been more beneficial than having the small side storage wells. No mechanical problems (knock on wood). Nice vehicle and GM offered 0% financing

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  Its been nice - 2006 Pontiac Torrent
  By sadiesangel - September 20 - 9:23 am

  I have had my Torrent for 3+ years now and for the most part have loved it. I have been told that they are discontinuing this model which is upsetting. I have had some problems with parts/repairs. Wished it had a 5 year/100,000 warranty. I dont think the 3 year/36,000 covers long enough.

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  My Mothers-Day Gift From Hubby & Kids - 2006 Pontiac Torrent
  By Teri Munoz - August 31 - 5:13 pm

  I have been looking at this car since November. I told my husband I like this car. its perfect for me and the kids. I have owned almost every chevy car. This is my first Pontiac and I love it. Thanks to my Husband & kids.

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  WORST CAR IN THE WORLD!!!!!!!!! - 2006 Pontiac Torrent
  By theoldboot65 - August 20 - 4:40 am

  Black 2006 Pontiac Torrent, one yr old paint chips off under side mirrors, three years old, on 4 set of brakes, new rear wheel bearings, and backing plates, air conditioning takes a powder. 4 years old, paint on lift gate begins to chip, on rear pass. wheel well chips, paint on hood chips and paint INSIDE drivers side pass. door all chips off--GM says this is just wear and tear, cant help us-- dealer going to do 50 -50 split on new paint job! 2 more sets of brakes, one last week and are squealing again!!! Its no wonder that GM is in trouble....no more Torrents for me, nor any other type of this make of vehicle EVER!

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  A nice ute - 2006 Pontiac Torrent
  By Russell Pinto - July 9 - 4:40 pm

  A pretty Ute (black). Ride is nice and I think it handles fine. Powertrain is too small, and considering the mileage is realistically 16-18 a bigger motor is in order. Overall I like it.

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  Very Good SUV - 2006 Pontiac Torrent
  By JJSE - May 11 - 4:10 pm

  Have had the car for 3+ years. No reliability issues. Still driving on the original tires, brakes and wheel bearings. Just drove from Denver to St Louis with ave mileage of 24-25 mpg. Very good in snow. Peppy around town but not as much fun to drive as my Honda Accord. Love the interior room and cargo capacity. Can haul more than a Jeep Commander.

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  raynez - 2006 Pontiac Torrent
  By raynez - April 22 - 3:33 am

  I am 80-yr.old. Ease of entry, head room, cargo space, are just what I needed. The dashboard is easy to read day or night. My family members are all over 6, and they fit well in the front and back seats.