But the 2009 Pontiac Vibe makes no apologies here. If you don't dig the Vibe's styling vibe but appreciate its other attributes, Toyota's near-identical Matrix may fit your fancy. The Chevy boasts cool retro styling and an available high-performance SS variant, the Mazda is known for its sporty handling and the boxy Scion has edgy youth appeal and the most interior space. They share many of the Vibe's attributes, most notably an impressive amount of passenger/cargo space within a small footprint.
If you're shopping for a small wagon or hatchback, there are more choices than ever, including the Chevrolet HHR, Mazda 3, Subaru Impreza and Scion xB. The interior retrains its driver-oriented layout and design, though now updated with easier-to-use controls, better materials and improved fit and finish. Combined with increased front seat track travel, the new Vibe promises a more comfortable driving position for a greater range of body types.
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Other changes this year include a full complement of standard safety features and a newly standard telescoping steering wheel. All-wheel drive is available again, as well. The previous base-level 1.8-liter inline-4 carries over, though it's been heavily updated to provide a bit more power. It's the same one that's used in the Toyota Camry and Scion xB and is perfect in the real world for cut-and-thrust city traffic and freeway merging. Replacing the high-revving but ill-suited 1.8-liter engine in previous GTs is a torquey 2.4-liter four-cylinder. In addition to the new styling, the '09 Vibe (available in base, AWD and GT trims) brings a new engine for all but the base trim. Pontiac says the steering and suspension were also specifically tuned for the Vibe. Unlike the identical cabins (furnished by Toyota), the exterior styling is unique to each model, with the Pontiac retaining its trademark dual grille theme. Once again a semi-identical twin to the Toyota Matrix, the redesigned-for-2009 Pontiac Vibe shares the Toyota's interior and mechanical components - a genealogy that promises long-term reliability and durability. But it also had sporty styling, respectable performance and a cool-looking interior. Sure, it had the practical parts covered via an elevated driving position, remarkable passenger room, a versatile cargo area and impressive fuel economy. The Pontiac Vibe, however, was one of the first entries in a new class of tall, compact sport wagons to change all that. If you wanted driving excitement, you were pretty much out of luck. When it was new, the 2009 Fit earned our 2009 Best Subcompact Car for the Money award.In the past, small wagons were practical and affordable and not much more. The Fit has class-leading safety ratings. The highly-ranked 2009 Honda Fit is a compact car with an impressive amount of interior space, including a large, versatile cargo area. However, the Vibe edges out the Elantra with better safety scores. The Elantra has a nicer interior than the Vibe and was the 2009 U.S. Reviewers praised its roomy rear seats, and were impressed with its ample trunk space. The 2009 Hyundai Elantra isn’t a hatchback, but it’s one of the most spacious small sedans you can get. See the full 2009 Pontiac Vibe specs » Other Cars to Consider
The Vibe does come standard with electronic stability control and electronic brake-force distribution, which aren’t standard in many 2009 small cars.ĭespite its mundane performance, the 2009 Pontiac Vibe has plenty of cabin space, class-leading safety features and good fuel economy ratings. Upper trims offer air conditioning, cruise control, steering-wheel mounted audio controls, an upgraded stereo and leather seats. The base model comes with a four-speaker stereo with an auxiliary input jack and satellite radio, but there’s no air conditioning. The Vibe’s list of standard interior features is mediocre. Though the base 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine has acceptable power, reviewers preferred the additional power from the 2.4-liter engine. However, reviewers weren’t enthused with its performance, which they characterized as competent, but bland. The Vibe has great fuel economy ratings of 26/32 mpg city/highway, considering it seats five comfortably and can carry a lot of stuff. All-wheel drive is also available, which is rare in this class. It also has a comfortable five-seat cabin with plenty of leftover room for cargo. If practicality is important, a used 2009 Pontiac Vibe could be perfect for you.
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