Overview |
The 2008 Pontiac Torrent is the Chevy Equinox’s counterpart, but built on a theta platform. Introduced at the 2005 Los Angeles Auto Show, this SUV crossover, whose predecessor was the Aztek, is in its last year of production. From 2009, it will make its appearance as the Terrain. For the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics, a stand-alone edition, the Podium, will be made available exclusively in Canada.
New for 2008 include the electronic stability system becoming standard across the models; an electronic Trailer Sway Control, which automatically detects trailer sway and maintains control by activating the stability system; an upgraded control panel with more than 20 features; and three new body colors.
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Powertrain and performance |
The 2008 Pontiac Torrent comes in two trims – the Torrent and Torrent GXP. Both the base and GXP trims are available in both all-wheel drive and front-wheel drive configurations. While the base model has a 185-horsepower 3.4-liter V6, the higher-end GXP model gets a 3.6-liter V6 with 264 horsepower. |
Styling |
For the interiors, the standard features are air conditioning, power windows, power door locks with remote keyless entry, and six speaker CD system; among the optional features are heated front seats, leather-trimmed seats, six-CD stereo, steering-wheel stereo controls and a power driver’s seat. The Preferred Package has a remote starter.
Front and rear skid plates, 16-inch tires on aluminum wheels and fog lamps are among the standard features of the exterior, while 17-inch tires and roof rack are optional.
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Safety |
Anti-lock brakes, electronic stability system, and side curtain airbags with rollover sensors are some of the safety features available on the 2008 Torrent. |
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