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2008 Pontiac Torrent FWD
Official EPA fuel economy and NHTSA recall record, best combined figure 19 MPG.
The Pontiac Torrent is a mid-size crossover SUV produced by General Motors for the 2006 to 2009 model years. A replacement for the Aztek, it was a mildly restyled version of the first-generation Chevrolet Equinox. The Torrent shared its basic body structure and mechanicals with the Equinox.
Fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Highway | Combined | CO2 g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 16 | 24 | 19 | 468 |
| 3.4L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 17 | 24 | 19 | 468 |
Safety recalls (NHTSA)
No NHTSA recall campaigns on record for this model year in our latest refresh.
Owner complaints (NHTSA)
183 complaints filed by owners for this model year (12 involving a crash, 3 a fire). Complaints are owner reports, not confirmed defects - browse them in full on nhtsa.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the fuel economy of a 2008 Pontiac Torrent FWD?
EPA figures for the 2008 Pontiac Torrent FWD reach 19 MPG combined depending on configuration; the table on this page lists every tested engine and transmission combination.
Are there recalls on the 2008 Pontiac Torrent FWD?
No NHTSA recall campaigns are on record for the 2008 Pontiac Torrent FWD in our latest data refresh.
What are common problems with the 2008 Pontiac Torrent FWD?
Owners have filed 183 complaints with NHTSA for the 2008 Pontiac Torrent FWD, most often about: Air Bags, Fuel/propulsion System, Electrical System. Complaint counts reflect what owners report, not confirmed defects.
Sources: EPA fueleconomy.gov, the NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings databases (all US public data), refreshed monthly. Recall texts are quoted from the official record. Details on About & Data Sources.