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Used 2006 Pontiac Vibe Wagon Consumer Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars
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4.88 out of 5 stars

Great Car For The Price

Jeff, 02/06/2006
2006 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Wagon AWD (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

I purchased this car due to its american styling and toyota engineering a great combination, along with 30+mpg. I found that a the heart of the vibe is the toyota corolla engine/transmission as well as some other carry overs from toyota and is better looking than the matrix. So far ive been very pleased with the handling/ride quality and how quiet it is on the freeway and lots of pep at freeway speeds. The dash is laid out nice and the styling circular designs are a plus. Plenty of backseat space for my 3 year old and really like how the middle and passenger seats fold flat and have protective covering on the backside. Very pleased and i like this alliance of GM/Toyota Toyota at a GM price.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

compact suv

joe k, 09/16/2005
2006 Pontiac Vibe GT 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

this is the most versatile car i have ever owned. it's a fun car to drive with good gas mileage. capacity to haul your huge dogs or rambunctious kids. get all the the groceries you can afford in this thing, or go to the nursery for all the plants you want. whatever you are looking for you can normally fit it in a vibe. and the gas to fill the tank for three hundred and some miles of driving on a trip won't bankrupt you

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5 out of 5 stars

In Your Face All You Imports

Mark Searles, 09/01/2005
2006 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

What a car. I owned Nissans my whole life, but decided to spend my money on Uncle Sam, and let me tell you it's the same if not better. This car is filled with Fun and perfect for 1-2 kid car seats.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

A good buy

gmmas, 05/01/2006
2006 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

I tested this car in comparison to many others thinking that it would not be enough car for me. I tested it on the highway and found that it was plenty of car to pass and I could get a ticket if I tried..no problem. It has also been very functional with a lot of cargo room and very handy tie down spots for bungee cords. The roof rack is pretty much just for decoration though in my opinion. I get 35 mph on the highway with the AC on and after over 11,000 miles have not had a single initial quality issue. Lastly many other cars have stolen the overall Vibe styling. The vibe was the first with this general look.

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5 out of 5 stars

Awesome Car!

Natalie Farone, 07/28/2005
2006 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

We picked up our Frosty White 2005 Vibe this week..and LOVE IT! It is such a sporty looking, fun-to-drive vehicle! We traded in our 2005 Equinox due to it's uncomfortable leather seats and horrible gas mileage....wow! Did we hit big with our 2005 Vibe! The seats are so comfortable, the gas mileage is great! It is a pleasure to drive. It has responsive steering. The visibility when driving is great, no blind spots. The back seat is roomy, even for a taller person. We are so glad we bought this car! We could travel cross country in it, the seats are so comfortable, you feel like you are sitting in a cloud! Overall, you can't find a better ride for the value than this Vibe! ;-)

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5 out of 5 stars

Great gas mileage!

mbc, 04/13/2007
2006 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

The Vibe provides a great ride and gets super gas mileage. Yeah, the road noise on rough surface roads is a little noisy, so turn up the radio a little, get over it. Enjoy all the other positves about the Vibe. Cruise, great radio sounds, daytime running lights, fog lights, rear opening glass, plastic on the back of the back of the back seats when the seats are folder down for hauling. Storage pockets everywhere, in the doors, center console, left side of dash, glove box, and another storage box under the gear selector. Give it a look, you won't be disappointed.

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4.25 out of 5 stars

brand new less than 1500 mile

patsy, 07/14/2006
2006 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

bought on zero interest promotion. broke in on trip to the UP of MI. about a 1,000 mile trip coming and going. rode well--had trouble keeping at speed limit, unless used cruise, as it rode so smoothly. good on gas--about 31 or 32 mpg. don't think it will ever see that magical 34 mpg. city driving is easy. have not got a fillup since back but mileage seems is good.

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5 out of 5 stars

Small car gas mileage with an SUV feel

Sherry, 05/31/2006
2006 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

My family was outgrowing our small Chevy Cavalier, but I didn't want to give up the 34 MPG I was getting on the drive to work. I researched about 10 different vehicles, and the Vibe just cannot be beat for both price and fuel economy. Not to mention the rear cargo area that my sons can toss their football gear into! And the car is great looking---kind of like a cross between a station wagon & SUV. I also noticed that it rides "too well" at higher speeds. I have to keep my eye on the speedometer while on the interstate because twice I found myself driving way too fast without even knowing it! I recommend using your cruise control until you're used to how well the vehicle drives.

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5 out of 5 stars

excellent

shewolf, 05/28/2006
2006 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

This vehicle is highly recommended. I love my new car rides smooth handles great and plenty of room for the kids and I on our shopping adventures . Great on gas mileage. Im getting 35mpg. Inexpensive also. Everyone looking to buy a new vechile should definitely test drive this car.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

I love my V-Bay

My V-Bay, 05/18/2007
2006 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

I love my car. I bought it 01/2007 and have put 5k miles on it. It goes like 80 miles before it hits under the F on the gas tank. Gave a 7 for build quality due to the noise when driving on rough surface. I bought base model - and love it. Car does really well - fits my small and large friends who are 300+. Car accelerates quickly. Looked at Matrix and Caliber which are in same class as the Vibe. Looked at the Toyota Yaris as well. Took this car for test drive and bought it same night. This was our 4th car from the dealership and are very happy with it. Hope to keep it for many years

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