Engine: 3.4-liter ohv V6

Engine Options: 185-hp 3.4-liter V6

Transmission: 5-speed automatic

Transmission Options: 5-speed automatic

Standard Safety Equipment: two-stage frontal air bags, ABS; traction control

Optional Safety Equipment: curtain airbags front and rear; all-wheel drive

Basic Warranty: 3 years/36,000 miles

Assembled In: Ingersoll, Ontario, Canada

Model Tested: Pontiac Torrent FWD ($22,400)

Standard Equipment: air conditioning, power steering, power windows, power locks, daytime running lamps, rear washer/wiper, fog lamps, aluminum wheels, remote entry

Options as Tested: Preferred Package ($1555) includes 6-way driver's power seat, tinted class, cruise control, auto-dimming mirror, steering-wheel radio controls, roof rail crossbars, leather-wrapped steering wheel; Sun & Sound Package ($1285) includes sunroof, AM/FM/6CD stereo with Pioneer 7-speaker sound system; Security Package ($1090) includes airbag curtains, OnStar service; Premium Package ($795) includes leather seats and heated front seats; XM Satellite Radio ($325); 17-inch aluminum wheels ($295)

Destination Charge: 590

Gas Guzzler Tax:

Layout: front-wheel drive

Horsepower: 185 @ 5200

Torque: 210 @ 3800

Miles Per Gallon in the City/Highway: 19/24

Wheelbase: 112.5 inches

Length/Width/Height in Inches: 188.8/71.4/67.0 inches

Track Front/Rear: 61.6/61.8 inches

Turning Cycle: 41.8 feet

Seating Capacity: 5 people

Head/Hip/Leg Room, f: 40.9/51.1/41.2 inches

Head/Hip/Leg Room, m: inches

Head/Hip/Leg Room, r: 40.1/51.4/40.2 inches

Trunk Volume: 68.6 cubic feet

Payload:

Suspension, f: independent, MacPherson strut

Ground Clearance: 7.9 inches

Curb Weight: 3660 pounds

Towing Capacity: 3500 pounds

Tires: P235/60R17

Brakes: disc/drum with ABS

Fuel Capacity: 16.6 Gallons