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5 out of 5 stars

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MooCow1527, 12/12/2008
2009 Pontiac Vibe GT 4dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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I had purchased a Dodge Caliber in January 07- over the course of my 2 year relationship with that vehicle it was terrible. I wanted something new, but a similar body style. I found the 09 Vibe and fell in love. Its an amazing car with lots of features for not a lot of money. I got the dark silver paint with black inside. Sunroof, power everything, monsoon stereo and chrome rims. My husband says its like a space-ship inside. This is a fabulous car and I'd recommend it to anyone who wants a fun, spunky car!

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5 out of 5 stars

2009 Pontiac Vibe

mshuell, 12/15/2008
2009 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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Our 2009 Vibe now has 8000 miles. It has been perfect in every way. For a small engine, it scoots right along. At 75 mph on the highway it's as smooth as glass. The car gets great gas mileage. 32 mpg in mixed driving and 35 mpg on the highway. I definitely bought the right car.

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4 out of 5 stars

scared in snow!

scared in snow, 01/12/2010
2009 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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We just bought a 2009 awd vibe for my wife. We live in Denver and had a good size snow. She called from work her 1st day driving this vehicle. It slid all over the place!! could hardly stop at stop signs & would just slid when turning! So i drove it when i got home, she was right! I do realize it is light but even with the "snow feature" awd kicked in, it was scary. The tires are very good--low profile, perhaps if we changed to regular tires? any Thoughts?? Very disappointed in Denver.

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5 out of 5 stars

Love it

scott, 12/24/2008
2009 Pontiac Vibe GT 4dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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I have put 21,000 miles on my car and consistently get around 30 MPG. 80 highway 20 city. I have read the reviews and all the people complaining about radio, seats and engine performance, and other stuff. Let me tell them and you, do not go cheap, get the GT loaded up. The only option I did not get is the automatic. I did not want it. This little car handles just fine in the snow too. Traction control is very helpful. I have had no trouble with it so far. (8 months) If you are thinking of buying one, do not hesitate. Just go buy one.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

Practical But Fun

Paul Crockett, 01/12/2009
2009 Pontiac Vibe GT 4dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought my Pontiac Vibe GT, the first new car I've owned, in April of 2008. I cross-shopped it against a Honda Civic and a Mazda3 sedan. I found the Vibe to be more practical than the Mazda and nearly as fun to drive. It handles with confidence, and the 2.4L engine has ample power and a somewhat sporty sound. The appearance and build quality of the interior are nothing special, but the controls are well laid out and there are some useful features, such as the bag hook in the passenger footwell and the rear cargo organizer. Despite some quality control issues, I would recommend the Vibe to anyone looking for a small car that is highly practical, but also offers some driving enjoyment.

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