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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  Great on gas, but poor engine - 2003 Pontiac Vibe
  By Kristy - September 11 - 11:03 am

  I bought my vibe because I have heard such good reviews, and I liked the fact that it is a Toyota in disguise, but I am truly dissapointed. The check engine light came on and when checked out, it turns out I need a catalytic converter, also it has started losing oil so a compression test was done and I need a new engine also, which is why my cat. converter went bad. I have been sooo upset because I dont have the money to just go and put a whole new engine in and I have to have a car. Regular oil changes have always been done in this car so we dont know why the engine has went bad. I hope everyone else has better luck with their vibe.

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  Vibe 2003 - 2003 Pontiac Vibe
  By Bruce Johnson - May 20 - 10:00 am

  Overall I love this car! No major complaints at all!

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  True Long-Distance Driving - 2003 Pontiac Vibe
  By Mike L - April 10 - 9:43 am

  I worked for a firm that leased a couple of different vehicles one of which was the VIBE. I was due a new vehicle and chose to try the Vibe since it seemed to be a mini SUV wagon. The vehicle was the best vehicle I ever was issued. No breakdowns, always reliable sturdy, and "quick" dispite the under- powered engine (should be larger 4 cyl or 6 cyl) Only issue was starting from the line, no pep and you need some distance to enter a busy fast highway. However, using it on the streets of NYC I never had a problem. The only issue I had was the interior design, window opener locations, lack of rear seat heading, Air conditioning ports seemd sloppily designed. I recommend it for all.

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  Goodbye big SUVs, Hello CUVs - 2003 Pontiac Vibe
  By Uncle John - April 2 - 2:00 am

  I finally downsized and got rid of a GMC Jimmy which was nothing but trouble. I picked the Vibe since its got the heart of a Toyota and the body of a Pontiac. The car hugs the road around corners, handles better than any vehicle Ive ever owned, and has a 5 star crash test and gets 30 mpg. locally. I got the 5 speed with the moon and tunes package (Sunroof and 200 watt sound system) and the safety package with side air bags and antilock brakes. The storage space is amazing with the back seat folded down. I bought a 4X6 foot indoor/outdoor charcoal carpet at Home Depot to line the storage area. This car is so much fun to drive as a 5 speed.

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  Vibe! - 2003 Pontiac Vibe
  By joselago - February 8 - 10:00 am

  Only one problem: Noise detected in HVAC system. Had something to do with the A/C. Replaced free at dealer (took 3 tries to get it right). Free loaner car from dealer. Roomy (Im 65 and fit easily) Overall excellent value.

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  GrannyVibes - 2003 Pontiac Vibe
  By beckys56 - November 30 - 12:06 am

  I have had no problems with the vibe. It gets great gas mileage on hwy 35- 36,in town average 29. Lots of room for my camping equipment and grandkids. Got a lewis and clark bag for the top when in travel mode, works great saves room in vehicle for other things. Do wish I had cruise control. Would suggest for people to purchase a vibe. Not really liking the new design, but as long as they didnt chg the mileage I could handle the new design. I have drove 70000 miles in 6yrs, I would drive my vibe any where if need be, handles great, even in snow. Change oil 3000 miles or 3mths,tires 1x a year and yearly check ups.

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  2003 Vibe - 2003 Pontiac Vibe
  By GE - November 7 - 8:00 am

  Great car until the transmission failed at less than 60,000 miles costing me $3,500 in repairs plus grief. No help was received from GM after filing a claim. Ill buy a Nissan next time.

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  Underrated - 2003 Pontiac Vibe
  By D - August 7 - 8:33 pm

  The car is essentially a Toyota. Due to it having a Pontiac logo on it the resale and general perception is not as good as it should be. Ive owned my car for three years and have had almost no issues. It has been extremly reliable. The only problem is that the stock tires wore out quickly and needed to be replaced with less than 30k miles on the car. I am impressed with the quality of the interior. The cloth seats are much better than that Ive seen in Jetta, Civic, and impreza.

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  So far, so good - 2003 Pontiac Vibe
  By James - July 20 - 1:13 am

  Bought my 2003AWD Vibe used in November 2003. As noted in the reviews, it could use a little more "oomph" in the horsepower department and the steering wheel is a tad too far away when my leg room is comfortable, but other than that, Im quite happy with it. Getting about 27- 29 mpg combined, and the one snowy day we had this winter the AWD preformed fine. No rattles, smells, or funny noises. The 6 CD changer works great, and the sunroof is a nice add-on that Ill appreciate more as the weather warms up.

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  Everything you could want in a crossover - 2003 Pontiac Vibe
  By Dandy Don - July 5 - 12:33 pm

  We now have over 117,000 miles on our vibe and the only thing we have had to repair aside from normal maintenance is that the drivers side window came out of its track and I had to pay $40 to have them quickly go in and set it back up. I replaced the plugs at about 110,000 miles and they looked kinda dirty...amazing isnt it!? I use it for weekly hot dog cookouts at my work for 200 people buying 15 cases of pop, 50 packs of Hotdogs, 50 buns, cookies, chips etc. which all fit nicely inside while I average 30 MPG + combined hwy/cty. Good stereo (get the moon and tune pkg. with the sunroof and 6 speakers w/250 watts)and an amazing amount of room inside in something only the length of a Corrola.