Pontiac Vibe vs. Scion tC Price Comparison
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For the Pontiac Vibe vs. Scion tC price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Vibe vs. tC Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Vibe and tC will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Scion tC's price is $2,203 lower than the Pontiac Vibe's price |
TrueDelta Value Comparison: Pontiac Vibe vs. Scion tC
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Scion tC | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 2,203 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 1,831 | ||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | Vibe | tC |
| Trim | Base | Base |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 2dr Hatch |
| Engine | 175hp I4 | 180hp I4 |
| Transmission | A4 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 25/31 MPG | 23/31 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers | 200, 7 | 300, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/55-16 | 225/45-18 |
| Total Price | 22,685 | 20,907 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -425 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | 22,685 | 20,482 |
| Total Invoice | 21,213 | 19,784 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -402 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | 21,213 | 19,382 |
Invoice Comparison: Pontiac Vibe vs. Scion tC
Price Comparison (MSRP): Pontiac Vibe vs. Scion tCThe sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
| Lowest Total Price: Scion tC | ||
| Difference: 1,778 | ||
| Lowest Total Invoice: Scion tC | ||
| Difference: 1,429 | ||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | Vibe | tC |
| Trim | Base | Base |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 2dr Hatch |
| Base Price | 16,855 | 18,575 |
| Base Invoice | 16,012 | 17,646 |
| Side curtain airbags | 745 | |
| Preferred Package | 850 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 65 | |
| Alloy wheels | 440 | |
| Antilock brakes (ABS) | 525 | |
| Stability control | 495 | |
| 4-speed automatic | 850 | |
| Cargo net | 35 | 49 |
| Satellite radio | 200 | 449 |
| Monsoon 200W 7 speakers | 290 | |
| Sunroof | 750 | |
| Cargo mat | 104 | |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1,000 | |
| Side curtain airbags | 0 | |
| Preferred Package | 0 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 0 | |
| Alloy wheels | 0 | |
| Antilock brakes (ABS) | 0 | |
| Stability control | 0 | |
| 4-speed automatic | 0 | |
| Cargo net | 34 | |
| Satellite radio | 359 | |
| Monsoon 200W 7 speakers | 0 | |
| Sunroof | 0 | |
| Cargo mat | 65 | |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 950 | |
| Total options | 5,245 | 1,602 |
| Total options | 4,616 | 1,408 |
| Destination | 585 | 730 |
| Total Price | 22,685 | 20,907 |
| Total Invoice | 21,213 | 19,784 |
While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the the Pontiac Vibe
| Price of the Pontiac Vibe: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD | Discontinued brand(Pontiac) & model(Vibe) that had been discounted. |
| 2009 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD | 0% 60mths, $800cad grad discount, and another $2000cad off on top of that. |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD | At $6,000 less than the Toyota Matrix, it is a TRUE bargain. After all, it is essentially the same vehicle with a Pontiac badge on it. |
| 2006 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD | GM was willing to cut a great deal! |
| 2006 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD | Basically the same car as the Matrix, but for you get much better options for significantly less money. Overall price quite reasonable. |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD | With the brand now gone, dealers are giving these things away. |
| 2004 | 4dr Hatch 130-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD | It was affordable (I bought it used) and still had the space I needed. |
| 2003 | 4dr Hatch 130-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD | A new Vibe is dirt cheap these days; great value for the money...a used Vibe is an even better bargain. |
| 2003 | 4dr Hatch 130-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD | My Vibe Base was priced less than a comparably equipped Toyota Matrix XR at the time I bought mine. |
| Price of the Pontiac Vibe: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD | I thought the Vibe was overpriced. I only made the purchase when GM offered the 2009 at the same price as the 2006-7, with added safety features now standard. |
| 2009 | 4dr Hatch 132-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD | Overall, I think the Vibe is overpriced. But then so is every other car on the market. That is what happen when the government bails out private companies when they make poor business decisions. |
| 2003 | 4dr Hatch 180-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD | The Vibe GT would have cost far more than the Protege5. |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the the Scion tC
| Price of the Scion tC: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch 161-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD | The price was the real deal braker for us. The overall value and package you get for such a low price is hard to resist. |
| 2007 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD | Good value for the price |
| 2006 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD | Incredible combination of performance, comfort, and looks for the price. |
| 2006 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD | Cost is very reasonable. |
Features Comparison: Pontiac Vibe vs. Scion tC
| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | Vibe | tC |
| Trim | Base | Base |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 2dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 4-speed automatic | $800 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Power rear side windows | $200 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 4-wheel disc brakes | $150 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | |
| Front seat active head restraints | $50 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $100 | |
| Traction control | $100 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo area rails w/tie downs | $50 | |
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | |
| Roof rack | $300 | |
| Climate Control and Infotainment | ||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | |
| Aux input | $100 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| HD radio | $100 | |
| Interior air filter | $25 | |
| iPod integration | $150 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Floor mats | $75 | |
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Total Value of Features | $3,650 | $4,075 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $425 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -402 |
Specifications Comparison: Pontiac Vibe vs. Scion tC
| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | Vibe | tC |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 2dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 106.3 in |
| Length | 171.9 in | 174.0 in |
| Width | 69.9 in | 70.7 in |
| Height | 62.2 in | 55.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,701 lb. | 3,110 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 37.7 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 53.2 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 51.7 in | 52.6 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.8 in | 41.8 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.8 in | 36.4 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 52.6 in | 52.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 47.8 in | 48.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.3 in | 34.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.3 ft3 | 14.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.1 ft3 | 34.5 ft3 |
Option Package Details
| Preferred Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cruise control | 250 | Yes |
| Power front side windows | 250 | Yes |
| Power locks | 275 | Yes |
| Remote keyless entry | 225 | Yes |
| Power rear side windows | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 17% |
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What Our Members Are Saying about Pontiac Vibe Materials and Workmanship
| Available Features of the Pontiac Vibe: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Manufactured by Toyota |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Feels solid - well built |
| Materials and Workmanship of the Pontiac Vibe: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Hatch 132-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Everything felt cheap - interior was especially weak. Too much cheap plastic. |
| 2009 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
workmanship a+++ but interior plastic will scratch if dinged. |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Some fit and finish issues such as trim that came off (not covered under warranty) and radio buttons that lost labels. |
| 2006 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
A couple of plastic pieces did not fit together too well and when I heard a buzzing, pushing on them made it stop. |
| 2003 | 4dr Hatch 130-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
There are some small but noticable rattles and clicks that indicate some loose construction of some of the dash and door pieces. Nothing loud, but I notice them. |
| 2003 | 4dr Hatch 130-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Lots of minor things had to be fixed on warranty (loose wires, rattles, etc.)...the usual complaints that have plagued the Big 3 over the years. No major concerns or deal-breakers though. |
What Our Members Are Saying about Scion tC Materials and Workmanship
| Available Features of the Scion tC: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch 161-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The interior materials do not feel cheap, and it would be very difficult to tell that this car ONLY cost 16,000 dollars. |
| 2007 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
good quality interior materials and good fit and finish all round |
| 2005 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
This has been an excellent car, with some minor issues. I purchased it brand new in late 2004 and it is still my daily driver at just over 101k. I hope to keep it a little longer. |
| Materials and Workmanship of the Scion tC: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch 161-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The interior roof upholstry is coming off like near the two sun roof area and when you complain to Toyota they will not do anything with it and the trunk rattles a lot even though Toyota fixed it, it came back |
| 2007 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Average quality materials, nothing special. |
| 2007 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Exterior paint easy to scratch, Interior plastics easy to scratch and scuff, Several interior rattles |
