Name: 2003 Pontiac Vibe
Brand: Pontiac

Pontiac Vibe

EPA MPG: 30 mpg

Owner Reported MPG:

EPA MPG: 30 mpg

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2003 Small sedans/hatchbacks Ratings

2003 Pontiac Vibe

$3,100 - $3,350

EPA MPG 30 mpg

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$2,775 - $2,900

EPA MPG NA

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2003 Ford Focus

$2,925 - $4,150

EPA MPG 28 mpg

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2003 Honda Civic

$3,150 - $4,900

EPA MPG 34 mpg

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2003 Honda Civic Hybrid

$ NA

EPA MPG 40 mpg

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2003 Hyundai Accent

$2,850 - $2,925

EPA MPG 29 mpg

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2003 Hyundai Elantra

$3,025 - $3,075

EPA MPG NA

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2003 Kia Rio

$2,850 - $2,875

EPA MPG NA

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2003 Kia Spectra

$2,725 - $2,750

EPA MPG NA

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2003 Mazda Protege

$3,050 - $4,625

EPA MPG 27 mpg

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2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

$2,925 - $11,050

EPA MPG 26 mpg

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2003 Nissan Sentra

$2,950 - $4,025

EPA MPG NA

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2003 Saturn Ion

$2,775 - $2,950

EPA MPG 27 mpg

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2003 Subaru Impreza

$3,025 - $5,650

EPA MPG 24 mpg

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2003 Toyota Corolla

$4,050 - $4,325

EPA MPG 32 mpg

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2003 Toyota Matrix

$3,500 - $4,325

EPA MPG 28 mpg

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2003 Toyota Prius

$3,400

EPA MPG 49 mpg

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2003 Volkswagen Golf

$3,125 - $4,875

EPA MPG 45 mpg

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2003 Volkswagen Jetta

$2,825 - $4,550

EPA MPG 38 mpg

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Features & Specs

wagon

2 front, 3 rear

AWD, Front

1.8-liter 4 (118 hp)
1.8-liter 4 (126 hp)
1.8-liter 4 (180 hp)

5-speed manual
4-speed automatic
6-speed manual

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Model History

2009-

Current Generation

Offering many of the attributes of a crossover SUV in a smaller, more easily managed package, this version of the Vibe -- like its predecessor -- was a good idea that was mildly under executed. We appreciate the raised driving position, unfettered interior access and all-wheel drive option. However, the cheap interior treatment, less than optimal driving position and noisy engine are detriments. The Vibe was dropped after 2010, with the rest of Pontiac.

2003-2008

2003 Redesign Year

The Vibe's 1.8-liter four-cylinder drones loudly and performs modestly. GT models use a stronger version of this engine and come only with a six-speed manual. Handling is fairly nimble and the ride is compliant -- if a little jittery. Access is very easy, the rear seat is quite roomy, but the driving position is only so-so. The optional AWD system works well, but hurts acceleration and fuel economy. Folding the rear seats creates a large, flat load floor. Overall, this is a sensible alternative to a small SUV. Stability control became available in 2005, but may be difficult to find.

Pontiac Vibe

2003 Sedans & Hatchbacks Reliability

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