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Summary
The Pontiac Torrent is among the biggest of the compact SUVs. It's a competent vehicle with some nice convenience features, such as a sliding rear seat. In terms of refinement it's about average for the class.NewCarTestDrive.com correspondent Sam Moses filed this report from the Columbia River Gorge; Mitch McCullough contributed to this report from Los Angeles.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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Pontiac Torrent FWD ($22,400); AWD ($24,300) |
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Engines:
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3.4-liter ohv V6 |
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Transmissions:
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5-speed automatic |
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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two-stage frontal air bags, ABS; traction control |
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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curtain airbags front and rear; all-wheel drive |
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Basic Warranty:
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3 years/36,000 miles |
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Assembled In:
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Ingersoll, Ontario, Canada |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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Pontiac Torrent FWD ($22,400) |
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Standard Equipment:
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air conditioning, power steering, power windows, power locks, daytime running lamps, rear washer/wiper, fog lamps, aluminum wheels, remote entry |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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Preferred Package ($1555) includes 6-way driver's power seat, tinted class, cruise control, auto-dimming mirror, steering-wheel radio controls, roof rail crossbars, leather-wrapped steering wheel; Sun & Sound Package ($1285) includes sunroof, AM/FM/6CD stereo with Pioneer 7-speaker sound system; Security Package ($1090) includes airbag curtains, OnStar service; Premium Package ($795) includes leather seats and heated front seats; XM Satellite Radio ($325); 17-inch aluminum wheels ($295) |
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Destination Charge:
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590 |
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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28335 |
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Layout:
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front-wheel drive |
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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185 @ 5200 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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210 @ 3800 |
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Transmission:
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5-speed automatic |
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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19/24 |
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Wheelbase:
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112.5 |
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Length/width/height:
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188.8/71.4/67.0 |
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Track, f/r:
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61.6/61.8 |
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Turning circle:
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41.8 |
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Seating capacity:
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5 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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40.9/51.1/41.2 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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40.1/51.4/40.2 |
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Cargo volume:
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68.6 |
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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3500 |
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Suspension, f:
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independent, MacPherson strut |
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Suspension, r:
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independent, four-link |
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Ground clearance:
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7.9 |
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Curb weight:
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3660 |
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Tires:
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P235/60R17 |
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Brakes, f/r:
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disc/drum with ABS |
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Fuel capacity:
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16.6 |
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| 2006 Pontiac Torrent consumer reviews: | | | | overall rating |   | | value | | | comfort | | | reliability | |
| | I totally enjoy driving this car. My favorite features are the Pioneer 7 speaker system, and the 6 CD changer. Very stylish. We just love it. It's fun to drive and it looks sporty and fresh too. Great vehicle! | | posted by Blake on Oct 02 2006 | | |
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| | Great looking SUV, great riding SUV, creature comforts everywhere! I love every feature of the Torrent! I have been driving this car since November'06 and Its truely been a pleasure driving... | | posted by Elvis on Apr 12 2007 | | |
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| | I love my Torrent. Its fun, roomy, comfortable and stylish. I am a total Pontiac lover and highly reccomend the Torrent to any one! | | posted by Jimmy on Nov 29 2007 | | |
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| | The torrent gives you a very secure ride, and handles like a dream. The exterior styling is very sporty!! | | posted by Holeman on Aug 23 2008 | | |
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