Overview & Reviews

The 2009 Pontiac Vibe receives a complete makeover. The result is a more stylish, better-performing compact sport wagon.

• Roomy backseat, comfortable ride, versatile cargo area, peppy performance, generous standard safety features, reliable Toyota powertrain.

User Reviews:

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  1 month - 7500 miles later - 2009 Pontiac Vibe
  By Nat - December 4 - 12:23 pm

  Took my Vibe (a rebadged Toyota Matrix) in its first month of ownership on a road trip across the country after taking advantage of the Clunkers program. No major issues or squeaks and rattles have arisen yet. Have only changed the oil/filter and added fuel injector cleaner so far. Was getting a fairly consistent 30 mpg of mostly highway driving with a fully loaded car, bike hitch rack, and a codriver who doesnt know how to smoothly modulate a gas pedal. Vibe has decent midrange punch with the 2.4 to pass and get up the hills. Glad I opted for the bigger engine Overall pretty happy with my purchase as the car has been both reliable and practical. For the money this car is hard to beat

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  As fun as it looks.... - 2009 Pontiac Vibe
  By badgerfan68 - September 7 - 8:26 am

  Ive had my 09 Vibe for about a month and really enjoy it. I have a GT w/ the 4sp automatic. The vehicle is responsive with excellent acceleration and the steering is tight and active. Weve already taken a weekend road trip with the vehicle and comfortable carried my wife, child, dog and all the necessary gear associated with the aforementioned. On the highway, we achieved 30 MPG, in town around 25 MPG. The ride is very smooth and quiet, with minimal road noise. There are no squeaks and rattles so far (which drive me crazy) and the fit and finish is clean and tight. Storage room is ample for compact car.

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  1.8L Auto (STYLE CHOICE NOT AVAIL ABOVE) - 2009 Pontiac Vibe
  By Bob S. - May 11 - 9:06 am

  Drives much better than the Cobalt I traded in for it. Some have mentioned blind spot but I think its much easier to see out of than the Cobalt.

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  Just Bought it, check engine light on - 2009 Pontiac Vibe
  By traded in 2005 vibe - April 26 - 3:56 am

  Well, we just drove it off the lot today, they had to do a dealer trade to get the exact car i wanted, Carbon Gray GT. It had 297 miles on it from the trip down from Akron, Oh. We have put about 50 miles on it and the check engine light is on, there was a knocking sound in the engine and the Vehicle Stabilitrack "VST" lights are on. And its Saturday, so no maintenance until Monday!

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  Pretty good, improved awd - 2009 Pontiac Vibe
  By john - April 21 - 3:23 pm

  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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  Pleased so far - 2009 Pontiac Vibe
  By mmsphoto - March 30 - 1:00 pm

  I purposefully chose the 1.8l for its higher gas mileage and have been getting 31 mpg combined so far. I wish some of the upper models were avail with the smaller engine, 2.4 is overkill and eliminates the point of a small, efficient hauler. The main competition was the Astra and Im sad that the Pontiac isnt nearly as peppy for the same engine size and that it doesnt shift anywhere as smoothly. That said I like the layout of the interior a lot, everything is where I expect (not something I could say for the astra) and the price was sure right. The cargo area is great but really needs a dome light. I love that its ipod ready and the AC works like a charm. Its a very comfy ride.

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  Great Value, Fun to Drive - 2009 Pontiac Vibe
  By Dvd67 - March 20 - 12:26 pm

  I purchased my Vibe GT in Oct. 08 and have since put 10,000 miles on it. I find the car very fun to drive and nibble in city traffic, much more so than my old Pontiac Trans Am GTA. The 2.4L has plenty of power to do just about any task you ask it. The interior home is amazing for a small car and the cargo area is more than spacious. Driving in snow and ice is a breeze, at times you almost forget it should be slick conditions. The fuel economy has been pleasing with an average of 28 mpg. I have had as high as 31 mpg and nothing lower than 24 mpg. Its a great sporty little car with economy in mind.

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  Not Impressed - 2009 Pontiac Vibe
  By Acrista - March 6 - 1:13 am

  Traded in my 08 Pontiac G5 (had tons of probs) for 09 Vibe bc of the wonderful ratings I had read on the 08s...wish I would not have. Has been a dependable car but I havent enjoyed having it since I bought it. Seems to be a step down from my car that I had previously. Road noise is terrible inside of car! Maybe I am just used to my super quite G5 (couldnt even hear it on while inside) but I have to continuously turn up radio as I increase speed so I can hear it. Odometer does not give me read out of how many mpg I am currently getting, how many miles I have until I am out of gas, or what % of oil life I have left. These 2 have been big adjustment for me!

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  2009 Pontiac Vibe - 2009 Pontiac Vibe
  By DC - October 4 - 6:00 am

  Purchased this vehicle as part of a pull ahead deal on a 2007 Yukon. I plan on driving the car for 6 months and give it to my daughter for her birthday. Im 6-2, 250lbs and have plenty of head and shoulder room. Im looking forward to the gas mileage. The vehicle is quiet in the city but a little noisy on the highway. Well built and simple controls which I love. Great car if your in this price range. Dont expect much get up and go on the 1.8L.

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  Nice Car - 2009 Pontiac Vibe
  By Brotzy - March 12 - 3:23 am

  Have had for 3 months. Has been good car except for two(2) tires they had to replace. Would not balance. Also has problem with speedometer. Speedometer on GT is 7% off because of the tires. There is not fix at this time and they say that it is within acceptable variance.