Overview & Reviews
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.
- Comfortable ride, unique features, roomy backseat, versatile cargo area, good gas mileage, available stability control.
User Reviews:
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Zippy Vibe - 2005 Pontiac Vibe
By Rob - October 13 - 9:40 pmI found the standard Vibe with automatic transmission to be very zippy around town as well as the freeway. City fuel milage varies from 24 to 29mpg depending on traffic and stop lights. I like the wide wheelbase and the way it hugs the road and the curves reminisant of the 60s, a Pontiac trait. Ilove this Vibe as it passes the gas stations, not like other vehicles that outweigh it and wastes fuel. The Vibe is an all around zippy fun vehicle; its the answer to todays gas prices. I look forward to driving the Vibe to Monterey, and up to Oregon, and Washington, i know it will get looks and stares, it always does.
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I like his car more and more - 2005 Pontiac Vibe
By M. Mikesh - September 17 - 9:26 pmMy Vibe is a great little car, my first ever new car. I wanted a car with great gas mileage that would fit a 6 ladder, and was made in America. I like the fact that the Vibe drive-train and engine are made in a joint-venture with Toyota, which gave me more confidence in the cars performance over the long term. I want to drive this car for 200,000 miles, like I did with my 1990 Honda Civic. The Vibe consistently gets good mileage, has been nearly maintenance free for the first 50,000 miles, and still looks great. It seems slow when its loaded with 4 large passengers and going up a hill at 55 mph, but I can punch the accelerator and it will suck more gas and move right up the hill.
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diggin the vibe - 2005 Pontiac Vibe
By jpt - September 13 - 1:53 pmI have really enjoyed owning a my Vibe. I love the affordability and the versatility of it. Especially, for the limited driving I do. If I spent a great deal of time in the car, I probably would not have chosen the Vibe because it is underpowered. It has been a great car and completely reliable. I most definitely would recommend it and would likely buy one again. I would love to see it with a more powerful engine and am sorry to see that they have discontinued the AWD....which is sure footed here in Michigan. The best part is that it is an American nameplate with Japanese reliability.
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awesome - 2005 Pontiac Vibe
By gene10 - September 7 - 3:43 amoh please!!!a 1.8 engine in a 2700lb car..well i love the little 1.8.I installed a k and n air filter..a world of difference.Great gas miliage. Im thinking about buying the supercharger/gm product..or the k and n cold air intake system,you will get more hp and torque..im always comming up with excuses to drive it...im hooked.
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Very Vibe Happy - 2005 Pontiac Vibe
By Ross - September 5 - 6:53 amI am very happy after getting rid of my gas guzzling Isuzu Rodeo. Very roomy for all my camping/mountain biking gear. Comfortable for 4 adults if needed. Great mileage for such a roomy vehicle. Feels very solid. Winter diving performance remains to be seen. The GM incentives/pricing made this a no brainer.
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Most reliable vehicle in the world! - 2005 Pontiac Vibe
By hughsbase - August 29 - 9:35 pmI am extremely happy to announce that my vibe just hit the 300,000 miles mark and still running. I have driving this car around the country all the way to New Mexico and back with barely little maintenance. If you can find this vehicle get it! I promise you will not regret getting this vehicle!
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Wheel Bearing Trouble - 2005 Pontiac Vibe
By Jim - August 11 - 10:50 amWe bought our AWD Vibe used in 2007. We have put approximately 45,000 miles on it since, due to our work travel. In July of this year (2008) we replaced both front wheel bearings which cost us over $500.00 and this month, (October) we have replaced both rear bearings which cost us over $700.00. Is this normal for AWD?
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Teachers Pet - 2005 Pontiac Vibe
By me - July 3 - 1:36 amSo far Im happy with my purchase of this used Vibe. Since Ive been driving it, Ive noticed more of them on the highway. I love the 30-32 mpg while using the AC continually during the hot August summer in the Midwest. I love the room I have to haul lots of teaching stuff. It seems to handle well and the seats sit me up higher which is a great help to my back problems. And the seat covering make it easy to get in and out-unlike those velour seats.
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Good Little Car - 2005 Pontiac Vibe
By jstant01 - June 29 - 6:30 pmMy Vibe is a good little car. I downsized in mid-2005 when gas reached $3.00 per gallon. It gets good gas mileage, is fun to drive, and is very roomy for such a small vehicle. The back seat is HUGE. My only problems have been some rattles in the dash and an ongoing "starting" issue. It doesnt like to fire up right away when the engine is warm. Other than that, no real problems. Great car!
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Vibe vs. Outback - 2005 Pontiac Vibe
By Larry - May 18 - 5:13 pmI can most accurately compare this car to the 01 Subaru Outback wagon I traded in. I traded because of the Generals various incentives, a variety of research (including Edmunds), proven Toyota drivetrain reliability vs. a growing concern about websites featuring major head gasket issues in 98-02 2.5 liter engines on Soobs, and having a car with a good trade-in value. The Subaru was quieter, was a tad more stable in winds, and seemed to have a bit more room. Other than that, the Vibe is probably more reliable, has better mileage (both are AWD), butt-level seating (good for bad backs and visibility), great Moon and Tunes stereo, and equal power because the Vibe has a "smarter" tranny.
