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Pontiac Vibe

2003–2010 · 26 configurations

Lowest
22
Average
26
Best
29
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The Pontiac Vibe has been tested by the EPA across 26 different configurations spanning model years 2003 through 2010. Over this period, the Vibe has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 22 MPG to 29 MPG, with an overall average of 26 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2010
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,150263128MPG
2010
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,150263228MPG
2010
2.4L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,700202622MPG
2010
2.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,500212824MPG
2010
2.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5) • Regular
$2,500212924MPG
2009
2.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,500212824MPG
2009
2.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5) • Regular
$2,500212924MPG
2009
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,150263128MPG
2009
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,150263228MPG
2008
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,200253127MPG
2008
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,050263329MPG
2007
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,200253127MPG
2007
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,050263329MPG
2006
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,200253127MPG
2006
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,050263329MPG
2006
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spd • Premium
$2,750222925MPG
2005
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,200253127MPG
2005
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,050263329MPG
2005
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spd • Premium
$2,750222925MPG
2004
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,200253127MPG
2004
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,150253328MPG
2004
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spd • Premium
$2,750222925MPG
2003
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,200253127MPG
2003
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Premium
$2,750232825MPG
2003
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,150253328MPG
2003
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spd • Premium
$2,900222824MPG

Historical Efficiency

2010
28
2009
28
2008
29
2007
29
2006
29
2005
29
2004
28
2003
28

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Vibe) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Pontiac Vibe. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Pontiac Pontiac Vibe grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
461
Total Deaths
328

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
14.1%
Fire Occurrence
2.6%
Speeding Involved
11.3%
DUI Involved
14.3%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

73%
Front
17%
Side
10%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes41
Fatalities
33
Deaths/Crash
0.80
2022
Fatal Crashes36
Fatalities
25
Deaths/Crash
0.69
2021
Fatal Crashes44
Fatalities
39
Deaths/Crash
0.89
2020
Fatal Crashes45
Fatalities
34
Deaths/Crash
0.76
2019
Fatal Crashes45
Fatalities
26
Deaths/Crash
0.58
2018
Fatal Crashes49
Fatalities
38
Deaths/Crash
0.78
2017
Fatal Crashes47
Fatalities
33
Deaths/Crash
0.70
2016
Fatal Crashes62
Fatalities
41
Deaths/Crash
0.66
2015
Fatal Crashes52
Fatalities
35
Deaths/Crash
0.67
2014
Fatal Crashes40
Fatalities
24
Deaths/Crash
0.60
Query NHTSA FARS Database

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2010
1
2009
9
2008
2
2005
2
2003
8
Critical
Moderate
Advisory