How much does the 2008 Pontiac Torrent cost?

The 2008 Pontiac Torrent has a starting MSRP of $23,520, ranging up to $29,745 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes Base from $23,520; GXP from $28,120.

What is the fuel economy of the 2008 Pontiac Torrent?

The 2008 Pontiac Torrent achieves up to 19 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.

How much cargo space does the 2008 Pontiac Torrent have?

The 2008 Pontiac Torrent offers up to 68.6 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.

How much can the 2008 Pontiac Torrent tow?

The 2008 Pontiac Torrent has a maximum towing capacity of up to 3,500 pounds, depending on trim and equipment.

How many trims does the 2008 Pontiac Torrent come in?

The 2008 Pontiac Torrent is available in 2 trims (4 total configurations) across SUV body styles with front wheel drive, all wheel drive.

2008 Pontiac Torrent

2 trims · 4 configurations · SUV

Starting MSRP

$23,520 – $29,745

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How much should you pay for the Pontiac Torrent? Select a trim to update purchase and lease estimates.

MSRP by trim

Select a trim to update the payment estimates. MSRP is for each trim's base configuration and excludes destination, taxes, and options.

Purchase information

Based on Base

Total price (Base MSRP)

$23,520

Typical monthly

$466/mo

Avg. APR

7.00%

60-month loan estimate for good credit (rates as of 2026-07-11). Not a credit offer; actual APR varies by lender, credit, and dealer.

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Compare 2008 Pontiac Torrent trims

Base FWD
MSRP
$23,520
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
17/24
Horsepower
185 hp
Torque
210 lb-ft
Engine
3.4L V6 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
68.6
Max towing
3,500 lbs
Base AWD
MSRP
$25,145
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
17/24
Horsepower
185 hp
Torque
210 lb-ft
Engine
3.4L V6 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
AWD
Cargo (cu ft)
68.6
Max towing
3,500 lbs
GXP FWD
MSRP
$28,120
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
16/24
Horsepower
264 hp
Torque
250 lb-ft
Engine
3.6L V6 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
68.6
Max towing
3,500 lbs
GXP AWD
MSRP
$29,745
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
16/24
Horsepower
264 hp
Torque
250 lb-ft
Engine
3.6L V6 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
AWD
Cargo (cu ft)
68.6
Max towing
3,500 lbs

Compare 2008 Pontiac Torrent trim specifications
Spec	Base FWD	Base AWD	GXP FWD	GXP AWD
MSRP	$23,520	$25,145	$28,120	$29,745
Fuel economy (city/hwy)	17/24	17/24	16/24	16/24
Horsepower	185 hp	185 hp	264 hp	264 hp
Torque	210 lb-ft	210 lb-ft	250 lb-ft	250 lb-ft
Engine	3.4L V6 gas	3.4L V6 gas	3.6L V6 gas	3.6L V6 gas
Seating	5	5	5	5
Drivetrain	FWD	AWD	FWD	AWD
Cargo (cu ft)	68.6	68.6	68.6	68.6
Max towing	3,500 lbs	3,500 lbs	3,500 lbs	3,500 lbs

Manufacturer specifications by trim and drivetrain. Same trim names with different MSRPs are distinct FWD/AWD (or other drivetrain) configurations from the catalog. MSRP excludes destination fees, taxes, and dealer-installed options.

Full specifications

Engine & drivetrain

Engine type: Base FWDgas
Base AWDgas
GXP FWDgas
GXP AWDgas
Fuel type: Base FWDregular unleaded
Base AWDregular unleaded
GXP FWDregular unleaded
GXP AWDregular unleaded
Cylinders: Base FWDV6
Base AWDV6
GXP FWDV6
GXP AWDV6
Displacement: Base FWD3.4 L
Base AWD3.4 L
GXP FWD3.6 L
GXP AWD3.6 L
Horsepower: Base FWD185 hp
Base AWD185 hp
GXP FWD264 hp
GXP AWD264 hp
Torque: Base FWD210 lb-ft
Base AWD210 lb-ft
GXP FWD250 lb-ft
GXP AWD250 lb-ft
Transmission: Base FWD5-speed automatic
Base AWD5-speed automatic
GXP FWD6-speed shiftable automatic
GXP AWD6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain: Base FWDfront wheel drive
Base AWDall wheel drive
GXP FWDfront wheel drive
GXP AWDall wheel drive

Dimensions

Body type: Base FWDSUV
Base AWDSUV
GXP FWDSUV
GXP AWDSUV
Doors: Base FWD5
Base AWD5
GXP FWD5
GXP AWD5
Seating: Base FWD5
Base AWD5
GXP FWD5
GXP AWD5
Length: Base FWD188.8 in
Base AWD188.8 in
GXP FWD188.8 in
GXP AWD188.8 in
Width: Base FWD71.4 in
Base AWD71.4 in
GXP FWD71.4 in
GXP AWD71.4 in
Height: Base FWD69.3 in
Base AWD69.3 in
GXP FWD65.7 in
GXP AWD65.7 in
Wheelbase: Base FWD112.5 in
Base AWD112.5 in
GXP FWD112.5 in
GXP AWD112.5 in
Ground clearance: Base FWD7.9 in
Base AWD7.9 in
GXP FWD6.6 in
GXP AWD6.6 in

Capacity & weight

Cargo capacity: Base FWD35.2 cu ft
Base AWD35.2 cu ft
GXP FWD35.2 cu ft
GXP AWD35.2 cu ft
Max cargo capacity: Base FWD68.6 cu ft
Base AWD68.6 cu ft
GXP FWD68.6 cu ft
GXP AWD68.6 cu ft
Max towing: Base FWD3,500 lbs
Base AWD3,500 lbs
GXP FWD3,500 lbs
GXP AWD3,500 lbs
Max payload: Base FWD1,290 lbs
Base AWD1,157 lbs
GXP FWD1,000 lbs
GXP AWD1,000 lbs
Curb weight: Base FWD3,660 lbs
Base AWD3,776 lbs
GXP FWD3,919 lbs
GXP AWD4,060 lbs
Fuel tank: Base FWD20 gal
Base AWD17 gal
GXP FWD20 gal
GXP AWD17 gal

Fuel economy & EV

Combined MPG: Base FWD19
Base AWD19
GXP FWD19
GXP AWD19
City MPG: Base FWD17
Base AWD17
GXP FWD16
GXP AWD16
Highway MPG: Base FWD24
Base AWD24
GXP FWD24
GXP AWD24

Full specifications by trim
Spec	Base FWD	Base AWD	GXP FWD	GXP AWD
Engine & drivetrain
Engine type	gas	gas	gas	gas
Fuel type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
Cylinders	V6	V6	V6	V6
Displacement	3.4 L	3.4 L	3.6 L	3.6 L
Horsepower	185 hp	185 hp	264 hp	264 hp
Torque	210 lb-ft	210 lb-ft	250 lb-ft	250 lb-ft
Transmission	5-speed automatic	5-speed automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	front wheel drive	all wheel drive	front wheel drive	all wheel drive
Dimensions
Body type	SUV	SUV	SUV	SUV
Doors	5	5	5	5
Seating	5	5	5	5
Length	188.8 in	188.8 in	188.8 in	188.8 in
Width	71.4 in	71.4 in	71.4 in	71.4 in
Height	69.3 in	69.3 in	65.7 in	65.7 in
Wheelbase	112.5 in	112.5 in	112.5 in	112.5 in
Ground clearance	7.9 in	7.9 in	6.6 in	6.6 in
Capacity & weight
Cargo capacity	35.2 cu ft	35.2 cu ft	35.2 cu ft	35.2 cu ft
Max cargo capacity	68.6 cu ft	68.6 cu ft	68.6 cu ft	68.6 cu ft
Max towing	3,500 lbs	3,500 lbs	3,500 lbs	3,500 lbs
Max payload	1,290 lbs	1,157 lbs	1,000 lbs	1,000 lbs
Curb weight	3,660 lbs	3,776 lbs	3,919 lbs	4,060 lbs
Fuel tank	20 gal	17 gal	20 gal	17 gal
Fuel economy & EV
Combined MPG	19	19	19	19
City MPG	17	17	16	16
Highway MPG	24	24	24	24