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Pontiac Torrent MPG
EPA fuel economy for 12 Pontiac Torrent trims sold from 2006 to 2009. Best ever: 20 MPG (2009 Torrent AWD). Latest model year 2009: 19 to 20 MPG combined across 4 trims.
Pontiac Torrent fuel cost calculator
Enter what you pay for fuel and how far you drive in a year. The starting prices are the ones the EPA uses for its own yearly fuel-cost estimates. Every cost on this page updates as you type.
At $4.16 a gallon for regular and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 2009 Pontiac Torrent to fuel is the Torrent AWD, 3.4 L, 6 cyl (20 MPG) at $3,120 a year. The Torrent FWD, 3.6 L, 6 cyl (19 MPG) costs $3,280, so the thriftier trim saves $160 a year and $800 over five years.
| 2009 trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | Comb | Cost/yr | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Torrent AWD | 3.4 L, 6 cyl | Auto 5-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 20 | $3,120 | cheapest |
| Torrent FWD | 3.4 L, 6 cyl | Auto 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 20 | $3,120 | cheapest |
| Torrent AWD | 3.6 L, 6 cyl | Auto (S6) | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 19 | $3,280 | +$160 |
| Torrent FWD | 3.6 L, 6 cyl | Auto (S6) | FWD | Regular | 19 | $3,280 | +$160 |
Cost per year is miles per year divided by the EPA combined rating, times your fuel price; electric vehicles use the EPA's kWh per 100 miles instead. Rounded to the nearest $10. Your prices are kept in this browser only.
Pontiac Torrent MPG by year
| Year | Best combined | City | Hwy | Best trim that year | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 20 | 17 | 24 | Torrent AWD, 3.4 L, 6 cyl, Auto 5-spd | 4 |
| 2008 | 19 | 17 | 24 | Torrent AWD, 3.4 L, 6 cyl, Auto 5-spd | 4 |
| 2007 | 20 | 17 | 24 | Torrent FWD, 3.4 L, 6 cyl, Auto 5-spd | 2 |
| 2006 | 19 | 17 | 22 | Torrent FWD, 3.4 L, 6 cyl, Auto 5-spd | 2 |
Every Pontiac Torrent trim
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | CO2 g/mi | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Torrent AWD | 3.4 L, 6 cyl | Auto 5-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 17 | 24 | 20 | 444 | $3,120 |
| 2009 | Torrent FWD | 3.4 L, 6 cyl | Auto 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 17 | 24 | 20 | 444 | $3,120 |
| 2009 | Torrent AWD | 3.6 L, 6 cyl | Auto (S6) | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 16 | 24 | 19 | 468 | $3,280 |
| 2009 | Torrent FWD | 3.6 L, 6 cyl | Auto (S6) | FWD | Regular | 17 | 24 | 19 | 468 | $3,280 |
| 2008 | Torrent AWD | 3.4 L, 6 cyl | Auto 5-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 17 | 24 | 19 | 468 | $3,280 |
| 2008 | Torrent AWD | 3.6 L, 6 cyl | Auto (S6) | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 16 | 24 | 19 | 468 | $3,280 |
| 2008 | Torrent FWD | 3.6 L, 6 cyl | Auto (S6) | FWD | Regular | 16 | 24 | 19 | 468 | $3,280 |
| 2008 | Torrent FWD | 3.4 L, 6 cyl | Auto 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 17 | 24 | 19 | 468 | $3,280 |
| 2007 | Torrent FWD | 3.4 L, 6 cyl | Auto 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 17 | 24 | 20 | 444 | $3,120 |
| 2007 | Torrent AWD | 3.4 L, 6 cyl | Auto 5-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 17 | 23 | 19 | 468 | $3,280 |
| 2006 | Torrent FWD | 3.4 L, 6 cyl | Auto 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 17 | 22 | 19 | 468 | $3,280 |
| 2006 | Torrent AWD | 3.4 L, 6 cyl | Auto 5-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 16 | 21 | 18 | 494 | $3,470 |
CO2 is tailpipe grams per mile from the EPA test. Fuel cost per year uses the prices and miles in the calculator above (the EPA's own prices and 15,000 miles a year until you change them); blank when the fuel has no price here (hydrogen, natural gas).
Compare with other 2009 Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
| Vehicle | Combined | City | Hwy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 Ford Escape Hybrid 4WD | 28 | 29 | 27 |
| 2009 Mazda Tribute Hybrid 4WD | 28 | 29 | 27 |
| 2009 Mercury Mariner Hybrid 4WD | 28 | 29 | 27 |
| 2009 Toyota Highlander Hybrid 4WD | 26 | 27 | 25 |
| 2009 Jeep Compass 4WD | 25 | 23 | 28 |
| 2009 Jeep Patriot 4WD | 25 | 23 | 28 |
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Questions people ask
What is the best MPG for a Pontiac Torrent?
The most efficient Pontiac Torrent the EPA has rated is the 2009 Torrent AWD at 20 MPG combined (17 city, 24 highway).
What MPG does the 2009 Pontiac Torrent get?
2009 Pontiac Torrent trims range from 19 to 20 MPG combined, depending on engine, transmission and drivetrain.
Which Pontiac Torrent has the worst fuel economy?
The 2006 Torrent AWD is the lowest rated at 18 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a Pontiac Torrent for a year?
At $4.16 a gallon for regular and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 2009 Pontiac Torrent to fuel is the Torrent AWD, 3.4 L, 6 cyl (20 MPG) at $3,120 a year. The Torrent FWD, 3.6 L, 6 cyl (19 MPG) costs $3,280, so the thriftier trim saves $160 a year and $800 over five years.
More from Pontiac: every Pontiac model. Fuel types on this model: Regular. EPA classes: Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD, Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD.