What kind of engine does a Pontiac Montana have?

The Pontiac Montana offers a V6 engine in 3.4, 3.5 or 3.9 L displacements depending on model year and trim package, with the higher-displacement sport packages delivering the most horsepower.

What kind of car is a Pontiac Montana?

The Pontiac Montana is a minivan—ideal for families with three or more children. They are commonly four-door, but some early editions have only one sliding passenger door.

How much is a Pontiac Montana?

Expect to pay anywhere from $2,500 to $8,000 depending on year, condition and trim. MSRP for a Pontiac Montana SV6 when new was approximately $25,000.

Is the Pontiac Montana front-wheel drive?

Front-wheel drive is standard across all Pontiac Montana trim levels. All-wheel drive became an option in later model years but was removed for the 2007.

How many seats does the Pontiac Montana have?

The Pontiac Montana has three rows of seats for seven passengers—some editions remarkably fitting up to eight. Look for second and third rows that fold flat or remove entirely.

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Pontiac Montana:Review the specs, features and pros & cons

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Overview of the Pontiac Montana

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Pontiac Montana Summary

The Pontiac Montana is a minivan released between 1999 and 2006 in the United States, with sales continuing in Canada and Mexico well into 2009 due to continued popularity. It was renamed the Pontiac Montana SV6 in its second generation, starting 2005, when it gained horsepower and an SUV-like design. If you're looking for a budget-friendly, multipurpose vehicle that offers plenty of cargo space, legroom and family-friendly features, we recommend test driving different trim levels of the Montana.

Pontiac Montana Safety

As with any older vehicle, you won't find modern active safety features or interactive dashboards. However, the Montana is not without a checklist of must-haves, such as standard anti-lock brakes for traction control. In 2006, Pontiac added more airbags inside the cabin. Also in the second generation, Pontiac made structural upgrades underneath to improve crashworthiness and thereby improved crash test ratings. By 2008, child seat anchors and child safety locks on the sliding doors became standard on all trim levels.

Pontiac Montana Interior

When test-driving the Pontiac Montana, we suggest taking a look at both generations: before 2005 and between 2005 and 2009. The second row of captain's chairs tilt upward to allow room to slide into the back bench seats. Between the front and second row seats, the Pontiac Montana SV6 has a central floor console with cup holders and a food tray. Other interior features in the second generation include:

Optional overhead storage bin
Air conditioning—a function that some drivers claim needs frequent repair
12-volt power outlet
Cloth or optional leather seats

Pontiac Montana Technology

By the end of its career, the Montana had amassed enough technical features to fit its family-sized frame, with an eight-speaker CD/MP3 sound system and backseat DVD player coming available in 2005 for the SV6. Other amenities across model years include:

AM/FM radio and auxiliary jack
Rear-seat audio controls
Power sliding doors, available on higher trims
OnStar telematics communication system for the SV6

Pros and cons of the Pontiac Montana

Family-friendly vehicle
Long list of options available
Lots of cargo space

Ceased production in 2009
Base V6 low on power
Third-row seats can be difficult to remove

This is general information and should not be relied on as purchasing advice.

Specifications of the Pontiac Montana

Key specifications available across all trim levels

Seats7
Doors5
Fuel typeGas
TransmissionAutomatic
City consumption13.1 L/100km
Highway consumption8.5 L/100km
Width1830 mm
Length5222 mm
Trunk space762 L
Cargo space3865 L

Exact values depend on trim and engine choice.

Trims available with the Pontiac Montana

What is a trim? Trims are different options of the same car with different features and equipment. The specs depend on the trim you choose.This variant of the Pontiac Montana 2006 - 2006 is available in 2 trims:

Basic trim features and specs

1SC trim features and specs

Frequently asked questions about the Pontiac Montana

Dimensions of the Pontiac Montana

Vehicle dimensions
Year	Height from	Width from	Length from
Exact values depend on trim choices.
2006	1830 mm	1830 mm	5222 mm

Towing capacity of the Pontiac Montana

Unbraked is when the trailer being towed does not have its own braking system. Braked is when the trailer being towed has its own braking system.

Braked and unbraked towing capacities
Year	Unbraked	Braked
Exact values depend on trim choices.
2006	–	907 − 1588 kg