Overview & Reviews

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.

• Crisp handling, unique features, utilitarian design.

User Reviews:

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  93,000 Miles and no major issues - 2003 Pontiac Vibe
  By fwviber - September 2 - 7:56 am

  We bought our Vibe 3 years ago and it still looks and runs great. We traded in an SUV to save on gas money. The savings has been great. We get around 30 mpg no matter where we drive. We have owned the car from 36,000 to 93,000 miles and have only had to replace the alternator, outside of your normal tires and brake replacements.

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  utility can be fun - 2003 Pontiac Vibe
  By DVRMAS - August 22 - 2:00 am

  For a utility type vehicle when equiped with the 17 inch wheel package you cant believe the cornering ability. My vibe has the standard suspension but the summer only tires,do not even try to use them in the snow. Winter tires with new rims work great in the snow....Wisconsin. Two years and no problems with the Vibe.

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  Keep it till it dies - 2003 Pontiac Vibe
  By GT4me - August 14 - 12:00 am

  Purchased my Vibe GT new, it now has 74,200 miles on it after owning it for almost 6 years. Its always been great on gas (I currently average about 26 mpg), big on room, and fun to drive. Want a Toyota Celica GTS with dirt cheap insurance and way more room? Get an 03 Vibe GT, they share the same drivetrain. Versatility and endurance are defined by this car. I work in outside sales and drive all day every day for my job. Never had any problems with mine. Changed the tires, brakes, and oil and thats all. Had a speaker go bad in the passenger side front door that was replaced under warranty. No moonroof leaks after 6 years. Required the least maintenance of any car I ever owned.

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  165,000 miles and still going strong. - 2003 Pontiac Vibe
  By madelineo - August 10 - 5:10 am

  I purchased my 2003 Pontiac Vibe when they first came out brand new. I have had no major problems with it. I have done regular oil changes. The only thing I have had to repalce were tires. This cars has been great. It is comfortable and has a sleek look. Continue to get comments on the car. People ask how many miles it has and when I tell them they say that is awesome. I love this car. It has been the best car i ever had.

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  Vibe / Matrix Mediocre car at best - 2003 Pontiac Vibe
  By spark123 - August 6 - 10:00 am

  Expensive car to maintain and drive. Maintainence parts hard to come by. Car requires special tires $125 each for cheapest. Poor fuel economy for size 28MPG Highway. Poor acceleration. Poor HVAC system. Harsh ride. Fair handling. Lots of squeaks and rattles. Found out after I bought it it actually was a Toyota. Reliability is good after 70000. Large blind spots at all 4 corners.

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  Versatile and FAST! - 2003 Pontiac Vibe
  By L.J. - May 8 - 5:43 am

  My 2003 Vibe GT is a great car. The 180 H.P. Toyota GT-S engine is fantastic, and just screams above 6000 rpm. Press reports that say it doesnt have a lot of low end torque just make me scratch my head. The difference between the stock engine and the GT is obvious. Plus, it gets great mileage. I average around 29 mpg combined, and got 35 on a recent trip. It handles great, too! The interior is so versatile, and the rear seats fold to make a flat cargo floor. Theres plenty of legroom, and the build quality is top notch. I would prefer it to be a bit quieter at highway speeds, but what do you want for $20k! Gripes: I replaced the sound system; the shifter is a bit clunky.

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  Not sexy, but dependable - 2003 Pontiac Vibe
  By Jay Brad - April 11 - 9:33 am

  We bought our Vibe with 36,000 miles and are now at 96,000 miles. The only repair was on the alternator at 90,000 miles. Outside of that it has just been oil changes and brake pads. This is a great car! The only thing it lacks is a cool factor. However, we drive a ton and the whole family enjoys the ride.

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  Disgruntled Customer - 2003 Pontiac Vibe
  By Margie - March 6 - 5:56 am

  I would stay away form this car as well as the Matix. I loved this car until last week. I only have 51,000 miles on my 2003 5-speed maual Vibe. It died on the highway. My differential went out and I had to replace my transmission and clutch for $3100 which my mechanic also said wasnt in good shape. I didnt take out the extended warranty because its a Toyota. I just got it back and now my check engine light is coming on. Another Problem? Even though I still owe on the loan, Im thinking about getting rid of it and going back to the Honda Civic.

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  Love My Vibe! - 2003 Pontiac Vibe
  By Nittany - January 21 - 2:00 am

  Best way to describe it is it is Fun and on the practical side, it gets great gas mileage...and it can haul around practically anything. I really do love my Vibe...

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  Ellis GT - 2003 Pontiac Vibe
  By Richard Ellis - December 26 - 5:16 pm

  My wife and both enjoy our Vibe. We took a gamble buying a new 2003 model that had very little written about it at that time. We are very pleased by the performance and reliability of the GT and have only two minor repairs since we purchased it in 2003. My wife uses the Vibe,five days a week to visit shut-ins and seniors, on backroads that are gravel or sand in addition to normal paved highway. She loves her Vibe and enjoys the "spirit" it has for all types of normal driving conditions. She has mentioned buying a new one after this one reaches 150,000 miles.