Used 2009 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M) Consumer Reviews
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Great "big" little car.
Ernie, 06/17/2008
Pontiac Vibe 4dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This car feels bigger than it is. The ride is exceptional for something so small and while we are not huge people, there is room enough for even a large person. The back seat is very comfortable for two. Three might be pushing it. Fun to drive and handles nicely on our twisty turny up and down roads we encounter daily. Gas mileage, 27 to 33, has been above expectations and will only improve as it breaks in. I would recommend this car to even good friends.
OK for the Price
Steve Harper, 01/27/2009
Pontiac Vibe 4dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
We test drove a number of other small sedans/hatchbacks before deciding to purchase a Vibe. The ride quality and offered features seemed to be a cut above the rest of the pack. However, so far we are not too impressed with the build quality (center wheel caps fell off, sunroof leaks, rear view mirror vibrates, paint easily scratched; instrument panel rattles/squeaks in cold weather). Also, the gas mileage is only OK (averaging 24 mpg in mixed driving). Traction in the snow seems to be reasonably good.
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ken, 02/19/2009
Pontiac Vibe 4dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I picked the 2.4L base automatic over several other models.I have 7000 miles on it.I have had several issues with it the center caps kept coming off,the steering column had a noise in it when it hit a bump. The dealership found the electronic box on the bottom of steering wheel is bad and now the dashboard pieces that were taken off will not snap together. The plastic clips seem to be very brittle they break off easy. The XM radio is great as long as you don't go through mountains or valleys or even under shade trees signal will go out.The 2.4 has lot of power would not recommend 1.8. I've been averaging 26 mpg city 35 mpg. highway. The wheels make car stand out.
Some better some bad
Petko Petkov, Jacksonville, FL, 03/28/2025
Pontiac Vibe 4dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I had an used 2009 Pontiac vibe with 2.4 L and around 130 k miles for 4 years. When I bought it it needed a paint job which was done and immediately after I realized that the engine is a big failure since the previous owner didn't know that it's burning oil and let it run with no oil or such and messed it up to the point it was knocking, but even like that it ran for 4 years and it was very peppy and fast, but with this type of engine the fuel economy is very bad even listed on the website since day 1. the difference from the 2008 model is: the good-- better outside mirrors ( folding, but not heated ), better door handles inside ( unlocking ), better (simple ) glass finishing front and back, better hood with sprayers hidden underneath, and the bad: worst trunk with a dip instead of being even with the opening, useless small back side windows and windshield shades not sliding which I changed from Kia spectra and was happy with that. Finally the car was sold in 2025 and if I find a low miles 1.8 engine vibe I can buy it.
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good value, 03/31/2008
Pontiac Vibe 4dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
2.4 engine really makes a difference, a little roar under hard acceleration but overall quiet with a decent ride. Good value for a mini crossover. Better seats than before and improved driving position w/added tilt/tele. Brakes stopped ok. Should receive more attention this year from people of all ages because of value and utility. Definitely upgrade to the 2.4.