Vital Statistics: 2008 Pontiac Torrent
By Bill Bregman
Introduction
The 2008 Torrent is manufactured in CANADA for Pontiac. It is Pontiac's entry into the SPORT UTILITY 4-DR market. It has a retail price of $23,220 USD in 2008.
Fuel Economy
The Torrent's generous 3.4L V6 OHV 12V engine has been measured to get 17 miles/gallon city driving with a 20.00 gallon tank. This is average for its class.
Pricing
The Torrent retails for $23,220 USD with a invoice price of $21,711 USD for the base model with no options. A normal delivery charge of $615 USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Drivetrain
The Torrent comes standard with a 5-Speed Automatic transmission and is a front-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately lbs. The 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Disc.
Torrent Dimensions
The 2008 Torrent has standard length of 188.80 inches and a width of 71.40 inches. The Torrent rides 69.30 inches off the ground, with a clearance of 7.90 inches. Front headroom is 40.90 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the Torrent a radius of 41.80 inches. It uses 235/65R16 tires with a wheelbase of 112.50 inches.
Specs & Equipment
Installed equipment usually includes Child Safety Door Locks, Power Door Locks, Vehicle Anti-Theft, ABS Brakes, Traction Control. Leading optional equipment includes Side Head Curtain Airbag, Remote Ignition, Leather Steering Wheel, Steering Wheel Mounted Controls, CD Changer.
Exterior color choices include Black, Bright White, Carbon Black Metallic, Deep Blue Metallic, Granite Gray Metallic, Liquid Silver Metallic, Sedona Beige Metallic, Sonoma Red Metallic, Teal Metallic with interior choices of Ebony Cloth Interior, Ebony Leather Interior, Sand Cloth Interior, Sand Leather Interior. The Torrent seats 5 people with 41.20 inches front leg room.
Pontiac Warranty
The regular warranty period is 36 months or 36,000 miles. It also comes with a 60 month/100,000 mile drivetrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer. It is critical to contact the dealer to confirm all warranties.
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