Used 2010 Pontiac Vibe Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2010 Vibe, so we've included reviews for other years of the Vibe since its last redesign.
My Second Vibe
Ron, 06/03/2009
2009 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is my second Vibe---my first is an '03 with 103K miles which my teenage son will inherit. The '03 has been flawlessly reliable! I purchased the '09 last week at an incredible deal--$4300 off in GM/Driver's Edge card rebates, $3000 in additional rebates for paying cash, and at a price that was well below invoice!! I was a little concerned that Pontiac parts might not be available in the long haul but GM insures me that Vibe owners will be supported for years to come. Since the power train is Toyota I am not concerned. If you are shopping for a reliable vehicle that gets great mpg--Vibe is the way to go.
I LOVE my Vibe
Hez, 06/10/2009
2009 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
The Vibe, by far, is the roomiest and best-riding car in its class and it is very fun to drive. Having previously driven a Suburban, surprisingly, I do NOT feel like my bottom is dragging on the ground. This car was purchased primarily for driving around town with kids in tow. There is plenty of room in the back for them being in car seats. My dog even enjoys riding in the "trunk"! For those of you who think the Vibe is comparable to the Dodge Caliber, you're thinking WRONG! I drove the Caliber and the Vibe in the same day and there is NO comparison. The fuel economy is also great. I just filled up my tank in the Vibe and calculated 26 mpg city driving in 3rd gear! (see improvements)
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Best Hatch on the Market
careckner, 05/23/2010
2009 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is an amazing little car, its 2.4 L. engine is snappy enough to get to 60 in about 10 sec (shifting manually), plenty of room for 2 adults and 2 kids in car seats, cargo area is amazing, seats are very comfortable(and I'm 6'8") Seating position is very good,Gauges are bright, clear and well laid out, stereo is very good for stock. While shopping for this car, I tried a Nissan Versa, Hyundai Accent, Suzuki SX4, and a Dodge Caliber R/T, in the end it came down to this and the Caliber. Unfortunately GM doesn't have their act together, because this was by far the best economy car in their line up, fortunately its made by Toyota (Matrix Clone) so you get Toyota quality with Pontiac style.
an offer I couldn't refuse
massbio, 12/21/2009
2009 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
We have an automatic 1.8L. Good basic transportation and safety features. An upgrade to ABS and traction control for us. Engine is peppy. Lots of things could be better: paint chips easily. Spoiler chips paint on hatch (check out those you see in parking lots). Big blind spot! Wind noise from somewhere. Tire pressure warning is incorrect. Interior could be roomier without making the car bigger. Design was superior in 2008. Still, we expect it will last a long time for us.
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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Paying the price of owning a "hybrid"
Tony, 11/19/2020
updated 05/22/2023
2009 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
2009 Pontiac Vibe (1.8L 4 cyl 4A ). Practical/versatile and economical. I have generally liked this little hatchback/wagon. Durable and reliable Toyota power train.This model has the same power train as the Toyota Corolla and Scion xD (made by Toyota) Power is so-so but fuel economy is good at 30mpg combined consistently.Merging onto freeway traffic made me long for the Camry engine (2.4 L 4 cyl ) available on the Vibe GT model only..Provided you have good tires this Vibe goes through snow well and the extra weight -and cost was not worth it for me. I preferred the shape of the Vibe over the "cousin" model Toyota Matrix particularly for the 2009 model year..Nuisance issues were few.The shift indicator light went out at 110K.The radio control knobs became wonky shortly thereafter. More importantly the PCM (power train control module ) failed at 175 K :-( Because it is a General Motors part of this "hybrid" it took a while to order and receive :-( The Vibe is a second vehicle in my household and it's availability was sorely missed. Cargo/people flexiibility is a plus especially because split rear seats fold leaving a handy FLAT cargo area that is generous in size.Four passengers fit comfortably and five in a pinch.The vehicle is ON-STAR and SIRIUS satellite radio capable if you want to pay for those subscriptions. The "styled steel wheels" showed signs of surface wear and required repainting -a universal issue with any vehicle that has them. The upside is the lack of alloy wheels contributed to the great gas mileage.And replacing the original Pontiac wheel covers with aftermarket ones is an inexpensive undertaking.No issues with the power windows/locks/cruise or dealer installed security system. Air conditioning and heat/defrost / rear window defroster worked well.All climate control knobs worked well. Overall-i would recommend this car if you need a flexible/practical fuel-efficient vehicle with a power train that has Toyota's history of reliability. There are several brands out there with odometer readings similar to mine (175K miles ) that would make me more anxious driving-particularly long distance. I no longer own this vehicle so I don't know how it fared after 175K miles but I'd guess Toyota's 1.8 L 4 cylinder is probably purring right along. It has the 4 speed AUTOMATIC transmission.
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A zippy ride
Martina G, 06/27/2008
2009 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I used edmunds.com to review wagons and chose the Vibe over its fraternal twin, the Matrix, and the Mazda3 because I liked its design and the price better. Love the ride! It is easy to get in and out of, sits high, and it really hugs the road. It has a zippy start and wants to go much faster than the speed limit permits, so when possible, I use the cruise control which runs very evenly (no fits and starts). So far I get 25-26 mpg in city driving. Stereo is great and the sunroof is nice for California. Storage capacity is excellent, and the rubberized surface makes cleanup easy. Price was $300 over invoice.
Best Bang for Your Bucks
mjb56, 07/01/2009
2009 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is our 2nd Vibe, the first being an 05, which was a great vehicle. This one easily surpasses that. Very smooth and quiet, by comparison with good power. Fuel mileage has been outstanding. With the rebates and credit card points available it was a deal we couldn't pass up, even though we weren't in the market for a new car. However, my wife has already informed me that she will be getting a speeding ticket as this Vibe is much quicker and smoother than her old one. We're extremely pleased, again. Can't believe GM won't be offering this vehicle any more. Major mistake! Please reconsider, GM.
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.
Great car with 1.8L Auto
toomuchcar, 09/05/2009
2009 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought this car for my Daughter's first car. Looked at all the competitors, and this 1.8L auto is a great balance of utility, safety, fuel efficiency and handling for the money ($1500 rebate at the time). This toyota based car has reliability and same solid drive train I enjoyed with the Toyota Corolla that traded in.