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Pontiac Vibe Powertrain and Chassis Reliability by Model Generation
Results are for year ending June 30, 2018. Only successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
| Year and Model | % of Average Repair Frequency | |
 2009 - 2010 Pontiac Vibe |
Best
105%
Worst
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 2003 - 2008 Pontiac Vibe |
Best
87%
Worst
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Reliability And Durability of the Pontiac Vibe
| Pontiac Vibe Reliability And Durability: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
It has the Toyota Corrola platform which has a proven track record. Plenty of available parts if/when repairs are needed. full 2009 Pontiac Vibe review |
| 2009 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
care-free and low cost operation full 2009 Pontiac Vibe review |
| 2009 | 4dr Hatch 132-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Very reliable power train full 2009 Pontiac Vibe review |
| 2009 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Toyota drivetrain very reliable & past model(2003) owned was low cost & low maintenance. full 2009 Pontiac Vibe review |
| 2009 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Is mechanically the same as a 2009 Toyota Matrix. full 2009 Pontiac Vibe review |
| 2009 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Extensive research made me notice the Vibe. I was pleased with my purchase, but when my car was exposed to the worst of Hurricanes Gustav & Ike--with NOT EVEN MINOR DAMAGE--I was thrilled. Even my beloved Accord was not this realiable in the 1st 6 months! full 2009 Pontiac Vibe review |
| 2009 | 4dr Hatch 132-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
This car is GREAT! Starts quickly and responds well when you accelerate. I've had very few problems full 2009 Pontiac Vibe review |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The Vibe/Matirx seems to hold their value very well. full 2008 Pontiac Vibe review |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
In 5 years/ 175,000KM no major issues. Two repairs included airbag sensor and replacing a noisy cabin fan. Brakes replaced at 135,000KM. full 2008 Pontiac Vibe review |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Manufactured by Toyota full 2007 Pontiac Vibe review |
| Pontiac Vibe Reliability And Durability: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
going by reputation but i once had a toyota tercel stick and i only did one clutch in 270M miles and when inspected for emissions the engine still had factory specs.they do put out water to tailpipe but vibe is stainless steel muffler a refinement. full 2009 Pontiac Vibe review |
