2005 Pontiac Montana Consumer Reviews
Fuel Economy
17 - 18 mpg
Recent Consumer Reviews
(58 Total Reviews)
Worst Vehicle Ever
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 1 | Fun-to-Drive: | 1 | Build Quality: | 1 |
| Comfort: | 2 | Interior Design: | 1 | Reliability: | 1 |
| Fuel Economy: | 2 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Pontiac Montana 1SB SV6 Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
Review
Traded '02 Montana, first day knew I had made big mistake. Alternator, air conditioning, CD player, OnStar, side doors, first year 14 times in for service. Will never purchase another GM product. This vehicle is unsafe. Unfortunately, it is worth nothing. Anyone that does not agree with this does not realize the poor quality of this vehicle. On my third set of tires, cannot keep an alignment on it. Also just replaced brakes for the third time. I am not a reckless driver. Car dealers will not even accept these vehicles on trade in, will have to give it away. Buy a Toyota, I know I will be from now on.
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0 out 1 people found this review helpful
Great value for a good vehicle
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Pontiac Montana 1SB SV6 Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
Review
We enjoy the Montana SV6. We put on a lot of miles (now 117,000 miles) each year and live in a rural area of Quebec where the winters are harsh and the snow is deep. I have the extended version and have found that it has good control on the road year round. A few problems, which were limited in scope and not serious. Consisted of the following: slight rattle in dash - easily fixed, rear windshield wiper motor has given up - will need to be replaced, paint delamination next to rear center taillight - dealer will fix. I have worked inside an Asian Automotive manufacturing plant and find the quality here relatively close but the value is in the price - probably a third cheap
Favorite Features
I like the design and look of the extended model in dark blue. I find the fuel mileage very good and find the on the road control stable and solid. The way that it moves through the deep snow is very good.
Suggested Improvements
Design better front/rear windshield operations. Replace second row smaller seats with larger seats. Rear door should have reinforcement so that when you close the door you do not cause the door panel to crease. After original tires were done I switched to Michelin HydroEdge tires - great idea.
2 out 2 people found this review helpful
It will do
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 7 | Fun-to-Drive: | 5 | Build Quality: | 6 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 6 | Reliability: | 7 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 6 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Pontiac Montana 4dr Ext Minivan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
Review
I read the other reviews about the wind noise, yes that was bothersome, but by using a little silicone down the drivers side rubber weather strip, problem solved. I do though have a leakage of some kind on the drivers side on the inside, my floor mate is soaked and I cannot figure where the dampness is coming from, unless the A/C line to the rear is under the flooring? I have worn a hole in the flooring from the foot action while driving. I do drive alot and it has helped on gas expense. Last I have some sort of electrical problem with the temp gauge. At times after drive for a bit and then shutting down, the gauge will max out. I have to turn the ignition switch back and forth rapidly.
Favorite Features
Large area that can haul a 4x8 sheet of plywood/ drywall if needed.
Suggested Improvements
It seems to be a good vehicle so far, based on the use. I do wish it had a few more AC inputs in the rear seating area.
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
2005 Montana SV6
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 6 | Fun-to-Drive: | 2 | Build Quality: | 3 |
| Comfort: | 4 | Interior Design: | 5 | Reliability: | 2 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 4 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Pontiac Montana 4dr Ext Minivan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
Review
Purchased new at dealer in Fall 2004. Bad electricals from the start (flickering head lights & dash lights) as well as annoying wind noise at 60 mph+. Dealer has no clue as to fixes. Electrical wiring short occurred at 3.5 years and 106,000 miles involving main electrical circuit. Dealer charges $2,500 to fix!! This has not been a good vehicle given the fact that the van is worth about $6,000. GM deserves what they get in the world of cars; they are losing market share for a reason. Others make better cares and treat their customers slightly better! I will never buy from this dealer or GM again!
Favorite Features
NONE
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1 out 1 people found this review helpful
Good Van Amazing
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Pontiac Montana 1SB SV6 Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
Review
This mini van has only one problem so far and thats the abs. It's a family van and is extremely stylish. I love it. I also own a Honda Sienna and sv6 kills it
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1 out 2 people found this review helpful
I love my van but...
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 5 | Fun-to-Drive: | 7 | Build Quality: | 5 |
| Comfort: | 5 | Interior Design: | 4 | Reliability: | 4 |
| Fuel Economy: | 5 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Pontiac Montana 1SA SV6 Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
Review
I have had the van for little over a year. Bought new. Been in to dealership 3 times for brake work. Still squeaking. Power sliding door alarm goes off for no reason when driving, have to pull over and reclose. Gas gauge not working properly. Also, no room for legs in 2nd row. Took seats out and its wonderful. Dealership nor I could find a plug in adapter. Not as comfortable as old Venture van. Guess it doesnt matter, GM is not making minivans any longer.
Favorite Features
Headlights are really good compared to old van I had. OnStar is good.
Suggested Improvements
Solid minivan
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 6 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 6 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Pontiac Montana 1SB SV6 AWD 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
Review
We leased this SUV/minivan in June 2005. It is a great family road trip car with plenty of pick-up to pass on the highway. We are getting another vehicle as the use of space is not good for our family. With three kids, half the third row has to be up and this decreases storage. We get 18 MPG overall
Favorite Features
Satellite radio, DVD, and sporty look
Suggested Improvements
2nd bench seat. It's hard to get in the third row. The side trim is starting to rust after only 2 years!
bad bad bad
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 4 | Fun-to-Drive: | 3 | Build Quality: | 1 |
| Comfort: | 1 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 1 |
| Fuel Economy: | 5 | Exterior Design: | 5 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Pontiac Montana 1SA SV6 Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
Review
Well previous to this hunk of crap we had a 2001 Chevrolet venture, which was a wonderful van! This van is awful!!! it has been nothing but problems to me and my family including door panels coming off, fuel pump problems, tons of squeaks, strut problems, radio replaced twice, a lot of electrical problems, seats STAINING BADLY, and NO rear leg room!!! I HATE THIS VAN!!
Favorite Features
INTEROR DASH LAYOUT
Suggested Improvements
get rid of this crappy designed van, and bring back the 04 design, which was much better!!
One year Follow up review.....
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 4 | Fun-to-Drive: | 5 | Build Quality: | 3 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 3 |
| Fuel Economy: | 4 | Exterior Design: | 7 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Pontiac Montana 1SB SV6 Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
Review
This is a follow up to our SV6 purchase in July 2005. The car does not always start - dealer found no problem with this - still happening. Tires are worn after a year - seems you are to look inside the door and not read the tires for the correct pressure. The radio switches channels without catching all of the stations on it's own. Brakes are worn and noisy. The air had to be recharged - was not keeping the inside cooled down.
Favorite Features
Lots of room, DVD player and easy to drive for 5'3 and 6'1 drivers - no blind spots with mirrors.Back up sensors.
Suggested Improvements
Get an engine with some guts.This is the forth Pontiac that we have owned and the first to have soo many problems after just one year. Improve the poor quality issues.
Save your Money
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 4 | Fun-to-Drive: | 4 | Build Quality: | 3 |
| Comfort: | 4 | Interior Design: | 4 | Reliability: | 3 |
| Fuel Economy: | 4 | Exterior Design: | 7 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Pontiac Montana 1SB SV6 Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
Review
I have had to alternators installed, both front stabilizer bars installed, power rear window bracket installed, does not have a lot of power to get onto the freeways. The air conditioning does not work all the time, it cuts in and out ( more out than in ) in traffic, better to open the windows. I have been a GM buyer for a long time but after this one I think I will change.
Favorite Features
6 CD player and the DVD player
Suggested Improvements
Put a bigger engine in it and make all the second row seats the same size, the smaller ones are very hard to sit on especially for an adult.
4 out 7 people found this review helpful
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