2006 Pontiac Torrent Consumer Reviews Page 3

Lots of room, poor fuel economy/engine

Written by: DandT on 06/20/2007

Vehicle

2006 Pontiac Torrent 4dr SUV (3.4L 6cyl 5A)

Review

This is my first GM product and my first SUV. Great inside - nice and roomy. Can't use front cupholder and e brake at same time. Only 21-22 mpg.Drives wonderfully - very smooth. Very quiet ride. A pleasure to drive until three weeks ago. Carbon buildup in cylinders at only 21,000 miles and I'm not putting trashy gas in it. Something isn't burning right and GM wants to put a band-aid on it instead of finding the cause of the carbon build-up. Ive been without my vehicle for three weeks. Way too new to be having problems.

Favorite Features

Automatic lights, rear seats. Plenty of leg room for 6ft+ passengers even with 6'4" driver pulling seat all of the way back. Fantastic sound system.

Suggested Improvements

Emprove fuel economy. Find cause of problem with engine. redesign front console. A/C to back of vehicle - maybe some vents that aren't under the seats. A slot for a clothing rack - place to hang a jacket

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Solid Comfort

Written by: Stewart Williams on 05/30/2007

Vehicle

2006 Pontiac Torrent 4dr SUV (3.4L 6cyl 5A)

Review

It drives easily and offers a very comfortable ride. I especially enjoy driving it on long trips. It seems to ride most comfortably when it's 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 I've 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.

Favorite Features

Eye catching exterior design. Kudos to Pontiac. Smooth shifting 5 speed transmisssion. Comfortable heated leather seats. Forward sliding rear seat that makes a great cargo hauling space. Great sounding radio/CD player, especially great to listen to with XM satellite.

Suggested Improvements

Eliminate cheap plastic covers around the steering column. Completely redesign center console. Cup holder and emergency brake hit together when both are in use. Make an effort to improve gas mileage.

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Very happy with vehicle.

Written by: AK on 03/22/2007

Vehicle

2006 Pontiac Torrent 4dr SUV AWD (3.4L 6cyl 5A)

Review

I 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.

Favorite Features

Quietness, overall ride quality and roominess.

Suggested Improvements

More horsepower.

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2006 Pontiac Torrent

Written by: Tom on 01/17/2007

Vehicle

2006 Pontiac Torrent 4dr SUV AWD (3.4L 6cyl 5A)

Review

One minor problem requiring return to dealership. Fuel economy not quite up to projected EPA ratings. Quiet, smooth ride & good interior room. Should have rear disc brakes.

Favorite Features

Smooth, quiet ride. Good interior room.

Suggested Improvements

Rear disc brakes. Better fuel economy for only 185 hp. Had a CTS with much more power that got better fuel economy. This car should have a 3800 V6.

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love it

Written by: Kathi on 01/16/2007

Vehicle

2006 Pontiac Torrent 4dr SUV (3.4L 6cyl 5A)

Review

I have driven in the Ozarks and with all the hills and turns the Torrent handles the curves well!

Favorite Features

I love the heated seats

Suggested Improvements

better and more cup holders

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Love my Torrent

Written by: Linda on 01/13/2007

Vehicle

2006 Pontiac Torrent 4dr SUV (3.4L 6cyl 5A)

Review

I purchased this Crossover vehicle last February. I have been very happy. It is very fun to drive has a lot of power. Almost as much as my 2000 Grand Am which I loved!! I have only one complaint in design. I am about 5'8" but when i have to clean snow off the windshield, the way the windshield is kinda of recessed its hard to get the snow off the windshield. I love the self dimming mirrors, I got my car at night and when I was driving home from the dealer I discovered these. Nice stereo system I have the 6 cd changer. I get more compliments on the color of my Torrent, I have the Crystal Lake color. All in all I love my Torrent!!

Favorite Features

Power seats, windows, sunroof, color, everything!! lol

Suggested Improvements

redesign of the recessed windshield, but that might change the look I don't know?

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On/Off Public Roads

Written by: Sandra Dicks on 01/08/2007

Vehicle

2006 Pontiac Torrent 4dr SUV AWD (3.4L 6cyl 5A)

Review

Vehicle 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.

Favorite Features

AWD, heated leather seats, audio quality Exterior styling, Wheels and tires, sliding rear seats 3500 lb towing capacity Ease of entry and exit front and rear Handling and ride comfort Exterior temperature and Compass

Suggested Improvements

Better turning radius Quieter when sunroof open Electronic Hatch Door opening Wider Trunk area for golf clubs

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Amy's Torrent

Written by: Amy Lee on 01/06/2007

Vehicle

2006 Pontiac Torrent 4dr SUV (3.4L 6cyl 5A)

Review

My husband and I purchased our first SUV this past summer, and I chose the Pontiac Torrent. I love this SUV. There is so much room. I have a 6'2" husband and a 6'1" 17 yr old son. This is the reason why I chose the Torrent, the room, great gas mileage, and a reasonable price.

Favorite Features

The automatic head lights.

Suggested Improvements

More hidden compartments.

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I Love My Torrent

Written by: kim on 12/06/2006

Vehicle

2006 Pontiac Torrent 4dr SUV AWD (3.4L 6cyl 5A)

Review

At first, I was not looking to buy another vehicle. One of my best friends sell cars and I went to see her and I saw the Torrent on the showroom floor. Originally, I was looking at the Envoy but I felt it was a little big. The Torrent really caught my eye and I fell in love with it when I saw it. I knew I had to drive it off the lot and thats just what I did. I took the one off the showroom floor. It rides very good and easy to see over the wheel. The sound system is great.

Favorite Features

The sunroof and sound system is my favorite feature. It is just perfect.

Suggested Improvements

I don't really have any suggestions for improvement. I like it just the way it is.

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Absolutely Love This Car, Thanks Edmunds

Written by: Chip Bayko on 11/25/2006

Vehicle

2006 Pontiac Torrent 4dr SUV AWD (3.4L 6cyl 5A)

Review

This is the second car I purchased in the last 2 years following everything I learned from Edmunds. Edmunds and their information e.g consumer reviews are an invaluable aid and extremely accurate! I could not be more pleased. I love this car. I have the high end, with Leather and Moon Roof. The car is exceptionally comfortable; handles well; build quality is excellent. A pleasure to drive. Roomy, but deceivingly smaller in appearance. I have now compared it to all the major competitors in the parking lots around town; and it's right up there with a 4 Runner, Pilot, Murano and Grand Jeep.

Favorite Features

Looks, Seating, Lights, Lights at night, standard features, High Safety ratings, despite the lack of Electronic Stability, or side curtain bags. The flexibility of rear seat moving; the flex console in the center up-front.

Suggested Improvements

Add an MP3 player input jack! Increase the base warranty to 50-60K

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