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248,000 plus Miles
123me, 11/20/2022
updated 08/15/2024
2006 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Wagon AWD (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
45 of 45 people found this review helpful
I'm back, with another review of my excellent 2006 Pontiac Vibe. I'm very, very close to the 248,000 miles mark and this gem is still running very well. Yesterday I got new front brakes and a couple of months ago new tires. Just routine upkeep. I live in California and every two years you have to pass a smog test. No problems, it passed with flying colors just last week. At this point a review like mine is for anyone considering a used Pontiac Vibe. I wouldn't hesitate a minute. These are such well built vehicles.The car was a sister production with Toyota Matrix, so all the parts are Toyota, and mechanics will tell you that if you need a repair. The interior is so roomy even for tall people. I had two over 6' men in the back set once and they had plenty of head room. The car sits high enough that you can easily exit (no crawling out of the driver's seat)! My all time favorite feature, yet to be found in any similar new car, is the the rear seats fold completely flat giving you a very nice bed to move things. Boxes, bikes, I even got an 8' ladder in the car by folding down the front passenger seat. Regarding quality, after 18 years on the road I have replaced the following. Alternator, radiator fan, and the heater/ac dash blower. All of these repairs where under $300. The engine, etc is still solid and running well. I get 30-32 mpg consistently and the car does well on all surfaces. I have to drive in the mountains quite often always without a hitch. I've been very good at doing all the regular maintenance and recommend when buying any used vehicle ask about the owners care schedule. It's the best way to extend a vehicles life. Good luck with your car search, now if you don't mind I'm going to knock on wood, and hope I'll be reviewing this great little car well into the future!
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A Great Car ... Through The Years!
k_texas, 05/16/2012
2006 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Wagon AWD (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
41 of 41 people found this review helpful
I bought my Vibe new back in early '07 ... here it is five years later and I still love it. She (yes, it's a girl -- with her own name) just turned the corner and has safely and efficiently taken me over 100,000 miles. Can't rave enough about fuel economy. Last road trip was just a few weeks ago (about 900 miles r/t) ... she did me proud with 30-35 mpg!! Really?? YES! I noticed a past reviewer commented on very poor handling in Midwest winter snows. I'd like to chime in on that and say mine was quite the Opposite. She handled herself very respectably in a South Dakota winter -- with FOUR blizzards back-to-back.
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Keep the Recall in Mind
bike_canoe2, 05/10/2011
2006 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
37 of 37 people found this review helpful
I agree with Edumonds it is sluggish, but 32 mpg city is a definate advantage. The seating is comfortable, road noise is average. It is fun to drive but it's not a sports car. NOW ABOUT THE RECALL - the PCM (performance control module) has issues, it will leave you stranded on the side of the road when it fails. The recall covers specific years, and specific engines so check yours at NHTSA.GOV and have it replaced if yours is recalled! The recall will cover replacing the PCM, labor, and towing to a GM dealer, but it does not cover a loaner vehicle. The dealer is very confident about the reliablity of this vehicle, this is the only issue they have with this vehicle.
Best Car We've ever owned!
Scott, 03/31/2016
2006 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
28 of 29 people found this review helpful
This is by far the best car we've ever owned. 220k and still great. Only repairs have been brakes, battery, serpentine belt, wiper blades and tires. Regular maintenance important, done with tranny fluid at each 50k, plugs at each 100k, same with coolant. Oil and filter every 5k. Still have original alternator, a/c unit (no recharge needed on freon), muffler system, hoses. Stock radio w/ 5 cd changer blew after 3 years-replaced with after market. Almost 10 years and this car is still going. Hope to get 230k then it's time to retire the Vibe....with tears in my eyes then I am sure.
2006 Pontiac Vibe
Roland Charriez, 10/05/2016
updated 10/06/2023
2006 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Wagon AWD (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
14 of 14 people found this review helpful
It's been a great car. Great gas mileage for an AWD. Cargo space is amazing. Low maintenance and still fun to drive and wonderful in the snow. It's running perfect at 310k.
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