3 Star Reviews for 2005 Pontiac Vibe

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.69/5 Average
203 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

New options this year include programmable power locks, OnStar, a tire-pressure monitor, leather seating, stability control and side curtain airbags. The Moon and Tunes Value package now includes an integrated subwoofer.

Pros:
  • Comfortable ride, unique features, roomy backseat, versatile cargo area, good gas mileage, available stability control.
Cons:

User Reviews:

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  • Good looking fair performance - 2005 Pontiac Vibe
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    Like the look. Slow at start but better at high speed. Dont feel safe at high speed. I got automatic which said 29-34 mpg but never been higher than 30 mpg (most on highway). A little difficult to see when backup. Engine is noisy. Tires are expensive for the side. Inside smells like egg. Cheap material for dashboard. Quite comfort seats but not for big guy. People on rear seats can easily kick something under the front seat. Air conditioner control is hard with gear at parking position. Poor rear washer. I bought it because it is Toyota inside but the outside is better than matrix and got a good deal. Sticker price is too high with this car. Dealer was not good but service dept is nice.

  • Miss my Aztek!! - 2005 Pontiac Vibe
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    I bought the vibe wanting to get better mileage than my Aztek. Better mileage is about all Ive gotten. From day 2 Ive had troubles, constantly in the shop and theres no pep to this car. The front seat folds down for use, but doesnt lay flat, visibility is awkward also. Not great...although many people love them.

  • poor fuel economy - 2005 Pontiac Vibe
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    This vehicle is poor in the snow.Fuel economy is 20-25 mpg max,dont try to pass a car at hwy speed on two lane rd or you might be dead!!! If you are looking for fuel economy and a good car in snowy areas this is not your your car.

  • 2005 evaluation - 2005 Pontiac Vibe
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    light at above 70mph. Vibration at initial startup from standing.Mileage excellent, Should be delivered with a floormat in rear. choppy ride.

  • Overpriced Econobox - 2005 Pontiac Vibe
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    Once the novelty of the car wears off you start to notice the harsh ride poor cornering and all the squeaks and rattles. The car is difficult if not impossible to get like trans fluid ($12 a quart, filter not available)filters etc. Poor fuel economy for its size about 29 mpg highway and has poor acceleration. The car is about $4500 overpriced. Tires are are extremely expensive due to being high performance (why????) as the only ones that fit and wear very fast.

  • Good & bad - 2005 Pontiac Vibe
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    Great fuel milage 29 to 32 city and 40+ hwy,too many rattles,safety concern, when emergency braking shoe is applied to brake and gas pedal at same time so car cant stop safely. Ive had two very close calls. Shoe size is 10 d. Very uncomfortable to drive on long trips.

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