Used 2006 Pontiac Torrent Consumer Reviews
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callaann27, 08/30/2010
2006 Pontiac Torrent 4dr SUV AWD (3.4L 6cyl 5A)
7 of 9 people found this review helpful
I bought my Torrent used with 70,000. Around 80K I replaced a wheel bearing and it stopped heating. By 90K I had blown head gaskets twice and made the decision to put a new motor in it with 44K. This motor is running much smoother but my engine light stays on at all times. Going on 95K on the body and my struts need to be replaced and another set of tires. I need to get this car paid off and move on from GM.
It's been pricey
jva, 07/08/2009
2006 Pontiac Torrent 4dr SUV (3.4L 6cyl 5A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
While I enjoy driving this vehicle, its look and comfortable interior, it has been very pricey to maintain this lease. First two wheel bearings changed were covered under the lease at 20,000 kms. Remaining 4 on all tires were not. Have just begun to hear that familiar humming once again that signals another $350 out of my pocket. The alternator went at 72,000 km for the cost of $1,000, tires were replaced around the same time, along with rotors and brakes. This spring, the paint began chipping on the drivers side and back and so the whole vehicle will need a paint job.
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Lousy GM Torrent/Equinox vehicles
David M., 08/21/2005
2006 Pontiac Torrent 4dr SUV AWD (3.4L 6cyl 5A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
Absolutely WORST front and rear seats ever! 14.5 mpg in Summer and 12.5 mpg in Winter as overall mileage definitely PROVE GM does not really care about keeping its customers...GM will be down the tubes in short order as they keep this up. Oh, and how about the 'skunk smell' from poor QC of radiator hose-curing, so every one of these lousy SUVs need to have dealer flush ( but GM never notifies owner of this problem !)...and unsatisfactory shifting transmission is a joy, isn't it? How about the rear strut towers intruding big-time into rear cargo area...nice play GM! Don't be foolish enough to even test drive one of these slugs...instead buy a Toyota or Honda SUV if you really want SUV.
Excellent Vehicle, Price and Durability
Moe, 05/19/2010
2006 Pontiac Torrent 4dr SUV (3.4L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I've owned this vehicle for nearly 4 years. The interior is spaceous, providing plenty of room for passengers in both the front and back seats. Never had any problems with engine, transmission or brakes. I maintain my vehicle every 3,000 miles and rotate tires per 6,000 miles. Replaced tires at 53,000. Only wish I had insisted on a sunroof and leather interior. No complaints!
Good for the money...kind of
Busy Mom, 07/14/2007
2006 Pontiac Torrent 4dr SUV (3.4L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Good looks inside and out help make up for the lack of HP (185) in comparison to some other SUVs. The A/C lacks in hot weather. Dealer says they don't work as well when it's hot out. Works great in cool/mild weather. Fun ride and very roomy. The sliding back seat is great.