Used 2003 Pontiac Vibe Consumer Reviews
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Not sexy, but dependable
Jay Brad, 05/11/2009
2003 Pontiac Vibe Fwd 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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We bought our Vibe with 36,000 miles and are now at 96,000 miles. The only repair was on the alternator at 90,000 miles. Outside of that it has just been oil changes and brake pads. This is a great car! The only thing it lacks is a cool factor. However, we drive a ton and the whole family enjoys the ride.
'03 Vibe Reflections After Two Years
mhosbach, 02/01/2004
2003 Pontiac Vibe Fwd 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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Leased my Vibe shortly after they became available. The sporty looks and cross-over concept were what attracted me. Interior ergonomics are right on. Driver's seating is perfect. Cargo capacity is surprisingly large. Mileage is excellent, low 30's for my daily commute. Ride, handling, and brakes are great. A disappointment has been the 200 watt stereo. The door speakers rattle. In 30,000 miles, my Vibe has had no mechanical problems. A few minor glitches in the first year were probably "new model" type problems. Buy a Vibe! It has the right mix of cool style, features, and value.
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Hoped for more than I received
Rick Sundeen, 01/28/2005
2003 Pontiac Vibe Fwd 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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I purchased my Pontiac Vibe with high hopes of a versatile automobile with high gas mileage. While the versatility aspect has been fine, I feel that the gas mileage isn't up to par with what they suggest. Given that it is a four cylinder with less than hoped for response, it's getting around 24 instead of the hoped for closer to 30 mpg. Even being on top of air filter and tire pressure maintenance... Also, the biggest downfall is in winter driving. I live in the Northeast and this car should not be sold here. The OEM tires are rated A for traction and temperature, but they have no grip whatsoever. I have to believe that the weight of the car is not distributed over the tires properly.
Spent More time In shop than on Road
MommyC, 09/26/2003
2003 Pontiac Vibe AWD 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have driven the car for only 5,000, but it has been in the shop over 5 times trying to get the Sun roof to stop leaking and popping. I am not looking forward to a winter in the snow with this roof. pontiac are considering a recall because of the poor performance / design. I do not like the way the roof flexes when the Sun Roof opens and closes.
Ellis GT
Richard Ellis, 06/05/2008
2003 Pontiac Vibe GT Fwd 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 6M)
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My wife and both enjoy our Vibe. We took a gamble buying a new 2003 model that had very little written about it at that time. We are very pleased by the performance and reliability of the GT and have only two minor repairs since we purchased it in 2003. My wife uses the Vibe,five days a week to visit shut-ins and seniors, on backroads that are gravel or sand in addition to normal paved highway. She loves her Vibe and enjoys the "spirit" it has for all types of normal driving conditions. She has mentioned buying a new one after this one reaches 150,000 miles.