2006 Pontiac Vibe Consumer Reviews Page 6

Good Vibes!

Written by: W Barnes on 05/22/2006

Vehicle

2006 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)

Review

A really great car to own and drive! Get lots of compliments, especially about the color (stealth grey, really a greenish, sometimes bluish) that changes depending upon the light and time of day. Would buy again but next time with stability and traction control (wanted this time but price with all options was just too high). If you are looking for an auto with a high seating position, gas economy, ample cargo space and options, a little more ground clearance than average, an alternative to an SUV and style, this is it! (If GM/Toyota would make the changes below the car would be near perfect.)

Favorite Features

Toyota reliability, gas mileage, price, high seating position, fun-to- drive, sporty and stylish good looks, outstanding fit and finish, comfortable seats, attractive interior, cargo versatility, back and front passenger seats fold completely flat, carpeted mats standard throu

Suggested Improvements

Telescoping steering wheel, move headrests back a little, move shifter back away from heater controls, thicker paint!, option for grey dash lights, cover interior hardware, QUIET engine and exhaust, larger and breakaway exterior mirrors, change cover/position of A/C outlet to fit most electronics.

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Pontiac/Toyota Made A Winner

Written by: OustedSoul on 05/16/2006

Vehicle

2006 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)

Review

My wife and I wanted SUV cargo space without buying a gas guzzling SUV and the Vibe fits our needs to a tee. There is lots of head, leg and arm room. Plenty of cargo space. And we are averaging around 31 mpg. We got the Moon & Tunes package (which really really rocks), the Power Package and the Safety Package with Side Air Bags & ABS. The car is very fun to drive and we haven't had any problems with the car at all (No vibrations, Nosies, Etc.) I highly recommend the Vibe to anyone looking for a great family car that is fun to drive, good on gas and has lots of cargo space.

Favorite Features

The Monsoon Speaker System and Moon Roof.

Suggested Improvements

The radio is completely lit up at night except for the two knobs for Volume & Station. They should be lit too. Vibes have "automatic" headlights which are nice, but there should be a light on the panel that lets you know you turned on your headlights "with" the tail lights. Otherwise, great car.

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Surprise

Written by: Charles on 05/13/2006

Vehicle

2006 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I was very surprised with the room and the ride. I was use to a larger vehicle. It is just right to run around town. The few times I have been on the road it was very comfortable and handled well. I have not given it a true economy test, but I am averaging about 25 mpg on short trips and around town.

Favorite Features

The seats are great and I can get in and out easy without hitting my head. Easy to see out when backing.

Suggested Improvements

The odometer and temperature being black on gray is hard to read. Also the radio and clock dial being red I cannot read them with sunglassses on. Red is very bad color for people with bad eyes. Front console arm rest is to low and back to far to be useable. Cup holders need to be larger.

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2nd Vibe

Written by: Lee Blanton on 05/10/2006

Vehicle

2006 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Wagon AWD (1.8L 4cyl 4A)

Review

We just bought our 2nd Vibe! The ride quality, solid feel, gas mileage and cargo capacity of my wife's Vibe just couldn't be beat. I drove a base front wheel drive but it just didn't have the same solid feel. We bought our first Vibe last year in April and have been very pleased. Great cars and fun to drive!

Favorite Features

All wheel drive handling

Suggested Improvements

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A good buy

Written by: gmmas on 04/30/2006

Vehicle

2006 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I tested this car in comparison to many others thinking that it would not be enough car for me. I tested it on the highway and found that it was plenty of car to pass and I could get a ticket if I tried..no problem. It has also been very functional with a lot of cargo room and very handy tie down spots for bungee cords. The roof rack is pretty much just for decoration though in my opinion. I get 35 mph on the highway with the AC on and after over 11,000 miles have not had a single initial quality issue. Lastly many other cars have stolen the overall Vibe styling. The vibe was the first with this general look.

Favorite Features

Very good quality, good acceleration in low gears, good mileage

Suggested Improvements

A little noisy, light enough that it's not a cushioned ride, a bit buzzy from engine noise and window servo motors

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Love It!!!

Written by: Terri on 04/18/2006

Vehicle

2006 Pontiac Vibe GT 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 6M)

Review

I own the Vibe GT... and I love this car it is soooo fun to drive. I really like the turn-ratio.. the pick up is really good it you let it get to 4000 or 5000 rmp the car will take off!! great gas milage.. love the 60,40 fold down seats... over all best car I have owned in a long time

Favorite Features

turn-ratio... This car will turn on a dime..LOVE IT ... plus the interior room and gas milage

Suggested Improvements

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FUN (LITTLE) CAR

Written by: james c on 04/06/2006

Vehicle

2006 Pontiac Vibe GT 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 6M)

Review

Accelerates / Handles nicely - only beef - wish it rode a little bit more quietly. Has more styling / options available than the Toyota Matrix ... even though they are considered sister vehicles.

Favorite Features

Acceleration Handling Cargo set up

Suggested Improvements

quieter ride

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Great Little Workhorse

Written by: Jim on 03/12/2006

Vehicle

2006 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)

Review

76,000 miles and more than a few scratches and it still elicits positive remarks on its looks. The Pontiac is more attractive than the Toyota version. It can haul so much. Mine is a working vehicle. Very well designed for this. Love the permanent tie-downs, wish there were more. moveable tie-downs not as well designed as they might be, but I use them. I like it in white, but wish it had black bumpers to not show the scratches so much. Great car!

Favorite Features

Looks, handling and cargo capability

Suggested Improvements

Better adjustable tie-downs, tougher bumpers

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Great Little car

Written by: Herb on 02/25/2006

Vehicle

2006 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)

Review

Got 30 mpg on the first tank and looking for better as I break it in. Fun to drive and handles great on the Highway. Engine performs very well ( Heck.... it's a Toyota ) Not a complaint yet. Love passing up gas stations.

Favorite Features

Solid ride Great mileage Roomy Economical

Suggested Improvements

Air control knobs are behind the shift handle and a little awkward when it's in park. I do like the shifter being there though.

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You Get What You Pay For!

Written by: Rock12 on 02/22/2006

Vehicle

2006 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)

Review

The thing that is really fun about the Vibe is that it sits higher than a sedan. This means that you can look into the Hummer next to you and the driver can see you smiling as you fly past the pumps because of the fuel economy. I haven't been in a domestic product for years. The only reason I bought this one was, it is a Matrix/Corolla power train, Matrix and Vibe jointly developed, and well employee pricing got the $21K sticker down to $17k. The drawbacks are the usual complaints that I have with domestic products, poor quality paint and plastics throughout. I had quite a bit of trouble initially with the transmission, although I believe this was an anomaly specific to my vehicle.

Favorite Features

1. Fuel economy 2. Flexible interior for those times when you have cargo. 3. Moon roof and 200 watt stereo w/XM

Suggested Improvements

The speedometer simply cannot be seen in sunny conditions. The interior plastic paint is so easily scratched. The plastic exterior panels below the doors are painted so poorly and thinly, if you look at them you will be touching them up. Needs adjustable armrest. Enlarge gas tank two more gallons.

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