2003 Pontiac Vibe Research & Reviews

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.60/5 Average
202 Total Reviews
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The Vibe is an all-new model in Pontiac's lineup designed to combine the best attributes of an SUV, a station wagon and a small van. Thankfully, the result is rather attractive and hip, not to mention utilitarian.

Pros:
  • Crisp handling, unique features, utilitarian design.
Cons:

User Reviews:

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  • 147 K to go! - 2003 Pontiac Vibe
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    The Vibe is all it is cracked uo to be. Anticipate getting at least 150 K out of it. Regular routine maintenace is probably the most important factor; you take care of it & it will serve you well.

  • I cant believe I bought a Pontiac - 2003 Pontiac Vibe
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    Never thought Id own an American car, if you can call it that. Bought it in December and I have almost 13000 miles on it. Very happy so far. In the short time that I have had it I have taken quite a few road trips with it and have been quite comfortable. I think it is a great riding car that gets awesome mileage. One small gripe is my front fender panel is loose so I will have to take that in to get fixed. Also, the A/C isnt very cold. The options I have are: Moonroof, 200 Watt CD Stereo, Rims, and power package. My MPG with a 5-speed manual averages 33 on the hiway and about 30 in the city. I almost forgot, the cargo room is exceptional.

  • Great Car!!!!! - 2003 Pontiac Vibe
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    They thought of so many things for this car. It is very comfortable, lots of space.

  • Little things got annoying over time... - 2003 Pontiac Vibe
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    I really liked this car at first, but over the last two years little things have started to annoy me. First of all the gas millage is awful, and always has been. I was led on to believe that this car was so great on gas and that was never the case. Also the blind spot on this car is boarder line dangerous. You cant see the dash lights in the sun because they are red and set back to far. Also the center compartment thing comes open over every bump. I ignored these things for a while, but now they are getting hard to live with. The car is not that fun to drive and handles awful in the snow.

  • We love it! - 2003 Pontiac Vibe
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    We love our Vibe. Its fun to drive, great fuel economy, we are gald we got the "moon and tunes" package. I put on after market tires and wheels to enhance the appearance. Its everyones favorite to drive in our family. We highly recommend it or the Toyota Matrix.

  • Great Package - 2003 Pontiac Vibe
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    Great all around car that is fun, capable, and respectable.

  • STD Vibe w/ 5-speed - 2003 Pontiac Vibe
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    The Vibe has been a great addition to our family. Very SUV like yet economical likes its Corolla cousin. With the seats folded down I actually fit a twin sized mattress in the back. Great job Toyota and Pontiac!

  • toms vibe - 2003 Pontiac Vibe
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    have a vibe just turned 100,000 miles. never had any repairs other than oil every 3,000 miles. couple sets of brakes, and few sets of tire. and couple of head lights. best mechanical car i ever owned.

  • Gets the job done! - 2003 Pontiac Vibe
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    Bought my Vibe for $200 as a Winter beater about 2 years ago from a gentleman who definitely did not car for the car. A $50 flywheel, $300 in winter tires and alot of TLC and it was back in action. Car has ran great since and is a blast to drive. Not fast by any means but the little 4 banger screams up top and handles pretty well. Its excellent in the snow on fresh winter tires and so easy to play around in without losing control. Got the car with 91k miles, now is nearing 110k. Just the initial stuff and regular maintenance and not other expenses yet! (knock on wood) Gets around 30 mpg on the highway and low-mid 20s in the city. If you need a fun point A to point B car, buy a Vibe!

  • That darn engine light - 2003 Pontiac Vibe
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    I have had my Vibe for three years now and about twice a year it is in the shop for the engine light coming on. So far the most of the time I have been told it is the fuel emissions. Well its back on again and my warranty just ran out... So what to do? I dont recommend the 2003 Vibe at all. I mean I like the way it rides, its style, but too many trips to the shop.

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