2005 Pontiac Vibe Research & Reviews

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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  • Love My Vibes - 2005 Pontiac Vibe
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    Recently took a 4000 mile trip from FL to AZ and return; my Vibe was flawless and performed superbly on the flat land as well as the mountain portions of the trip. My prior car was a Grand marquis and I can honestly say that the Vibe was a more comfortable car on this potentially arduous trip.

  • Practical with a flair - 2005 Pontiac Vibe
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    After 28,000 miles its still a tight machine. No problems with engine or drive train. With flat bed in back can carry lots of stuff, yet with seats up is comfortable. Im hard on brakes but havent had to replace them yet. Good styling for a small vehicle.

  • Worth It! - 2005 Pontiac Vibe
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    Our family of 4 downsized from a caravan to the vibe. We LOVE it; there is plenty of room for all of us, our dog and whatever else we decide to take along. The car gets great gas mileage and handles well.

  • well put together - 2005 Pontiac Vibe
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    the vibe has a high quality feel and look to it. the drivetrain is peppy, the auto transmission is very smooth shifting. handling is tight and the ride smooth and controlled. fuel economy is excellent. i expect reliability to be good considering its toyota heritage. lots of positive comments on its styling.

  • Love my Vibe - 2005 Pontiac Vibe
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    Vibe fit the bill of low cost and good gas mileage. I love my little red pontiac. It is great for around town, easy to park, hauls 4 adults very comfortable, and the hatchback is great for shopping/storage. Drove it from L.A. to S.F. in Calif, along Highway 1 (the beautiful coast) .. my Vibe did great, handled well.

  • super car - 2005 Pontiac Vibe
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    performance for a little 4 cylinder engine is great, get the 5 speed, its worth the shifting to have fun when you want to. interior configuration is fabulous, if you cant find a way to get big stuff into THIS little car you need a truck!

  • What a blast to drive - 2005 Pontiac Vibe
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    Bought our new Vibe GT about 3 weeks ago. So far, my wife and I like it better every time we drive it. Solid built, corners great. We are both in our 50s and just love the 6-speed stick and high reving 4 cylinder engine. Taking a trip next weekend. Cant wait.

  • Dont even think about getting one! - 2005 Pontiac Vibe
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    The car is just plain poorly made. Great at the dealership and first 1,000 miles. After that, its all a sad story. The car changed and the interior started to fall apart. There is a leak that wont go away and the seat now feels like a bag of potatos! I am VERY disappointed in this GM offering and now see why the car was so cheap. Any manufacturer that offers "employee pricing" is in deep trouble. I dislike this car so much, I took it back and paid a small fortune to get out of it and into another car. Do yourself a favor, dont even bother with this vehicle.

  • Fun to Drive Great on Gas - 2005 Pontiac Vibe
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    The Vibe is a great little car its fun to drive has a smart sporty look, and is great on gas milage. The large wheel base gives is a great ride and good handling. Its a soild tight car.

  • Nice car but not for me - 2005 Pontiac Vibe
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    I bought my wife a 2004 Vibe and have to say we are not very impressed. Gas mileage is great but performance is lacking. I realize I did not buy a fast sports car but this car cant get out of its own way. On the highway the car is all over the road the second a 5 mph. breeze blows. The car does not hold the road good at all and my wife and I feel very unsafe in it. The inside of the car is very stylish with nice gauges and switches but that just doesnt cut it.

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