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Solid Comfort
Stewart Williams, 05/30/2007
2006 Pontiac Torrent 4dr SUV (3.4L 6cyl 5A)
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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.
Torrent Terrific
Macadew, 10/16/2007
2006 Pontiac Torrent 4dr SUV AWD (3.4L 6cyl 5A)
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A fun SUV to drive with a very stylish exterior. Comfortable for long trips in both front and rear seats. Smooth ride, quiet interior and handles well in all weather. Instrumentation panel is easy to read during the daytime, but all the red at night makes it a little harder to see. Cup holders in front in awkward spot with emergency brake hitting them when pulling up. Turning radius needs tightened up some. Overall extremely satisfied with Torrent and would buy another one. Looking forward to seeing GXP edition.
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Can't Say I'm Thrilled
Susan, 03/26/2008
2006 Pontiac Torrent 4dr SUV AWD (3.4L 6cyl 5A)
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As my first SUV, I loved it at first. Then hit the winter and I felt like I had no car around me. Slid everywhere and even did one 360 - fortunately, no injuries and no damage. Put weight in back, but wheel bearings could take it. It's a beautiful car, but I just don't feel safe. And a year ago I was able to get up to 23 mpg - now lucky if I get 19. What's up?
Glad to see it gone!
Inwisconsin, 03/31/2008
2006 Pontiac Torrent 4dr SUV (3.4L 6cyl 5A)
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I have to say I am glad I got rid of my Torrent. The gas mileage was truly the clincher of me getting rid of the vehicle. The window sticker is not even close to what the true gas mileage is. Had the vehicle for one year, NEVER got over 17 on the HWY, and about 13 in the city! Had many minor problems but annoying after awhile to take in for this and that, and a day without the vehicle, thank god they have courtesy transportation. Right before it was traded in, I had put in 89 octane gas and my engine light came on, I was told by the dealership NOTHING BUT cheap gas as it was a small combustion engine? Very odd issues, but glad its gone!
Excellent Crossover with some drawbacks
Kevin, 04/01/2008
2006 Pontiac Torrent 4dr SUV (3.4L 6cyl 5A)
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I have to say that this spacious SUV is very comfortable (including the spacious back seats) and very fun to drive. I have never really struggled with the cargo aspect of the car, and it is a good look inside and out. I love taking this car anywhere (beach, road trips, etc.). However, I have had trouble starting up the car especially on short trips. Sometimes, it doesn't even start the first (or sometimes second, or third) time! That is outrageous for a brand new car. Granted, I haven't had them look at it yet, but I have heard the same thing from other Torrent drivers. Also, the cup holders cannot be used with the hand break up, which is a pain when you live on a hill.
Comfortable and Roomy
Stacy, 04/02/2008
2006 Pontiac Torrent 4dr SUV (3.4L 6cyl 5A)
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I've only had my Torrent for a few weeks now but I love it. I went from a 1992 Blazer junk that served me well but what a change for me! I only saw the car once in a restaurant parking lot and said that was the car for me. It's very comfortable and roomy. It has good acceleration too but I think it doesn't have good gas mileage. Overall I recommend it.
Fun car, frame giving out now
Johny, 08/12/2020
2006 Pontiac Torrent 4dr SUV AWD (3.4L 6cyl 5A)
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I loved driving this car. I ran it to 175,000 and bought it at 135,000. Its a fun car to drive in my opinion and major mechanical problems were few. Hub assembly had to be replaced and the muffler had to be replaced. There may have been one or two more things that needed done, but I can’t quite remember. That is to be expected with an older car. Both of those problems were around 150,000 miles. Also, the cd player broke. My sister has the same car and we had those same problems. The frame and rust is the biggest downfall. It is pretty bad at 175,000. Both my sister and I needed it welded at some point too. I assume if you take better care of it, its better (not sure if mine was kept in a garage before I bought mine). Overall, sad to see the car go because I did love it, but it had to because of rust and frame.
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Great SUV
Goshawk , 04/27/2023
2006 Pontiac Torrent 4dr SUV (3.4L 6cyl 5A)
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I currently have 207,000.00 miles on her I’ve been starting to put a little more work into her now such has wheel bearings, radiator, and other small repairs but overall it’s been a great car.
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New ride
Malinda Pelham North Carolina , 08/06/2024
2006 Pontiac Torrent 4dr SUV (3.4L 6cyl 5A)
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I don’t like my car (I love my car) lol I never have own a car like this .It has all kinds things on it . Heated seats sun roof, seats 5 big opening in back for my big boy Smokey he a pit bull. But anyway the car rides good.
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I Love My Torrent
kim, 12/07/2006
2006 Pontiac Torrent 4dr SUV AWD (3.4L 6cyl 5A)
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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.
love it
Kathi, 01/16/2007
2006 Pontiac Torrent 4dr SUV (3.4L 6cyl 5A)
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I have driven in the Ozarks and with all the hills and turns the Torrent handles the curves well!
Great inexpensive Pontiac SUV
John , 09/09/2005
2006 Pontiac Torrent 4dr SUV (3.4L 6cyl 5A)
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I recently bought the new Torrent Suv and really like the car. I really think you get a lot of car for the price. Gm continues to step it up and bring itself closer and closer to Toyota quiality. I would higly reccomend this car to anyone looking for a fun, smaller suv.
My Baby
Ife Torrence, 10/24/2005
2006 Pontiac Torrent 4dr SUV (3.4L 6cyl 5A)
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I just bought the torrent about a month ago, from owning a two door cavalier. it drives really smooth, the price is right, and has plenty of room in the back for riders. The leather gives it that luxury feel without the luxury price. i love the heated seats, xm radio, and steering wheel audio controls. One of my favorite aspects of the vehicle is that it feels big inside, but is modest on the outside, it isn't too big, like an escalade or too small like a RAV4, it's perfect.
1st pontiac
rj , 11/04/2005
2006 Pontiac Torrent 4dr SUV AWD (3.4L 6cyl 5A)
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I only have 700 miles but I am pleased with the vehicle. The power is adequate but the mileage should be better. The height is good. the stereo is excellent. The steering feels a little different then I am used to. Overall, I am happy with the car.
A once 17yrso car
Catty, 04/23/2018
2006 Pontiac Torrent 4dr SUV (3.4L 6cyl 5A)
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It's a great starter car, it's been with me through everything.
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