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Used 2010 Pontiac Vibe Consumer Reviews

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3.88 out of 5 stars

Pretty good, improved awd

john, 04/30/2008
2009 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

I had a 2005 vibe awd that was horrible in the snow etc. It was like it didnt even have awd so I traded it in quickly. I test drove the 2009 Vibe awd and it was much much much better in snow. Pricing is good but gm needs to put some incentive on it, even Toyota is offering 0 percent on the Matrix. So I am waiting a bit to purchase unless the Subaru Forester comes out with some good incentive (great car too) first. Subis do have the best awd. I like the new vibe the 2.4 engine is a big big improvement over the 1.8 quiter, peppier smoother. I do think they should offer the 5 speed auto Rather than the 4 speed with the awd. Mileage would be better, get up to date gm and Toyota.

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5 out of 5 stars

Best yet

Emil, 08/28/2009
2009 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

We drove mini-vans for years& didn't need 3rd.seat anymore.We looked at many small wagons & found the vibe superior for room for the price.Have averaged 33.4 MPG for 4200 miles- city&highway.Very quiet-no wind or road noise.Shifts smooth with plenty pep-cruises at 70 MPH with ease.Have not been back to dealer for any problems.Too bad GM is quitting one of the best cars they have had.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

surprising!

soccermom09, 08/22/2009
2009 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

I bought this car 5 months ago to replace an SUV so was not sure about sitting lower to the road. I was pleasantly surprised by this Vibe. The drivers seat raises, giving me some of the height I used to enjoy. This car is just fun to drive! Pick up is great, handles well. My 17 year old loves to drive it too. I have not had a chance to try out the AWD yet, but if my current satisfaction is any measure I know I will not be slowed by any snow!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Totally sweet, I love it.

Greg Pin, 07/10/2008
2009 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

I only have one complaint with this car, the dead pedal in the car (the foot pad on the left for your left foot). I find it makes my knee sore after driving a couple hours. I have to constantly adjust my left leg. Maybe it is the angle the dead pedal puts your foot and leg in. Not sure but I do know it gives my left knee discomfort. I am working on creating a solution. Other that that the seating is very comfortable and room is very good. I feel safe in this car and that is a key feature for all buyers out their. Safety first, if you feel safe it must be good.

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4 out of 5 stars

Major engine coil issues at 140k miles,

J.B. Morris, 05/23/2017
updated 08/25/2022
2009 Pontiac Vibe GT 4dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

I purchased an 8 year old 2009 Vibe GT with 78k miles. Overall it's a very nice economy hatchback. It has a total of 8 cup holders (half designed for water bottles), seats fold flat including front passenger. In terms of seating position, fuel economy, ride stiffness it's somewhere between a standard hatchback and mid sized SUV. Main complaint are interior rattles and overall cabin noise at highway driving speeds. I've gotten 25 to 31 on every fuel up. GT trim has the larger 2.4L Camry engine and gives this car very good zip, if it does give up some mpgs. UPDATE in early 2021 at 140k miles car experienced significant cylinder misfires due to bad coils. Was going to be at least a $1,500 repair so I got rid of the car. Seems to be a fairly common problem. It started as a hard / rough idle.

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4 out of 5 stars
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