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2006 Pontiac Vibe

2006 Pontiac Vibe
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Vehicle Overview:
Vehicle Type: Compact Car
ABS Brakes: Optional
Standard Airbags: 2
MPG: 26-30/31-36 (City/HWY)
Engine Offered:
1.8L I4 126HP
1.8L I4 118HP
1.8L I4 164HP


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Consumer Ratings:
Performance: 3.6
Exterior: 4.3
Interior: 4.0
Overall: 3.9

Review Guide:
5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

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2006 Pontiac Vibe Consumer Car Review Summary

Top 5 Pros of 2006 Pontiac Vibe

  1. Terrific seats
  2. Monsoon radio
  3. Excellent gas mileage
  4. Visibility
  5. Hidden compartments all around

Top 5 Cons of 2006 Pontiac Vibe

  1. More power
  2. Telescoping wheel
  3. Transmission
  4. Quality
  5. Side mirrors too small

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Submitted 2010-03-14 17:33:12


 Richard Colbert

 

Performance:

4

Exterior:

5

Interior:

4

Overall:

3
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Pontiac Vibe?
Its looks.
The way it handles.
The ride.
Storage.

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Pontiac Vibe?
Road noise; lack of compass or temp gauge on mirror, information panel, lack of volume and other controls on steering wheel, lack of power seats although the drivers side is adjustable.

Car should have larger tires to absorb road noise, needs a telescoping steering wheel, and a taller center console.

I would also install a clothes rod in the rear for hanging clothes while traveling.

2006 Pontiac Vibe Review:
We bought this care new, and basically love it. However after 50k+ miles of driving there are the above changes I would make. This is one GREAT car. Shame that GM needed to go to bed with Toyota to make it happen. Surely GM could have done this on its own.

Submitted 2010-01-30 19:51:48


 K. Yeager

 

Performance:

4

Exterior:

4

Interior:

4

Overall:

4
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Pontiac Vibe?
Gas mileage.
Cargo space and the way the seats fold down flat.
Comfortable driver seat and ability to adjust the seat.

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Pontiac Vibe?
Windows stick badly especially in hot weather. Sounds like they might break.
Would like to have ABS on all models.

Submitted 2010-01-28 13:02:52


 April336

 

Performance:

3

Exterior:

3

Interior:

3

Overall:

3
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Pontiac Vibe?
Good on gas mileage.
Runs well.
Rides well.
Warms up well in cold temps.

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Pontiac Vibe?
Have to clean brakes every spring and fall - crunching sound when coming to stop and also squeaking. Is this from poor maintenance from previous owner? Please let me know.

2006 Pontiac Vibe Review:
Been happy with my Vibe other than putting a lot of expenses into the brakes.

Submitted 2009-09-18 09:14:26


 Piyurkumar

 

Performance:

4

Exterior:

4

Interior:

3

Overall:

4
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Pontiac Vibe?
1. Great on gas : getting 36 on hwy
2. Visibility
3. Seating

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Pontiac Vibe?
1. MP3 player
2. Transmission

Submitted 2007-11-02 15:11:55


 kevinthede

 

Performance:

4

Exterior:

4

Interior:

4

Overall:

4
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Pontiac Vibe?
gas milage

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Pontiac Vibe?
little more h-power

2006 Pontiac Vibe Review:
its been a great reliable car

Submitted 2007-10-28 13:50:31


 kefa1112

 

Performance:

4

Exterior:

5

Interior:

4

Overall:

4
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Pontiac Vibe?
great performance as well as great looks. Extremely practical and lots of storage compartments.

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Pontiac Vibe?
raise center consol to more comfortable hight, telescoping steering column and more powerful drive train.

2006 Pontiac Vibe Review:
fun to drive with great sound system. great versatility. I Love It.

Submitted 2007-10-16 10:13:36


 Deguy126

 

Performance:

5

Exterior:

5

Interior:

5

Overall:

5
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Pontiac Vibe?
Great gas mileage, fun to drive, built by toyota, The flip up back window is a good thing to have, when shopping,

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Pontiac Vibe?
larger out-side mirrors

2006 Pontiac Vibe Review:
The vibe is the answer to American's need for a great all around car. I love driving this car ,when I can keep my grandaughter out of it,

Submitted 2007-06-09 15:36:59


 ggggrp

 

Performance:

3

Exterior:

4

Interior:

3

Overall:

3
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Pontiac Vibe?
Good Visibility
Good Temp Controls
Good A/C / Heat
Good Cargo Area
Great Handling

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Pontiac Vibe?
More Intuitive Controls
Better Trans/Gear Ratios
(Shifting awkard, inefficient)
Door Locks Unlock in Park
(Not when ignition key off only)
12v Outlet for Rear Seats
Engine Computer

2006 Pontiac Vibe Review:
So far Reliable with 82K miles, although sometimes hesitates when cranking... just need to work on a few major details as for as practicality and functionality go.

Submitted 2007-05-23 13:56:56


  GUEST

Performance:

5

Exterior:

5

Interior:

5

Overall:

5
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Pontiac Vibe?
good gas mileage, lotsa room for my stuff (from home to dorm)

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Pontiac Vibe?
more power w/o losing mileage

Submitted 2007-04-12 17:27:06


 carefulldav

 

Performance:

1

Exterior:

4

Interior:

3

Overall:

3
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Pontiac Vibe?
gas mileage

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Pontiac Vibe?
the blinkers, the brakes sqeaking, smells fumes of gas

2006 Pontiac Vibe Review:
think i got a lemon, not sure let me know

Submitted 2007-03-15 16:04:10


  GUEST

Performance:

5

Exterior:

5

Interior:

5

Overall:

5
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Pontiac Vibe?
appearance
handling
gas mileage

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Pontiac Vibe?
more power

2006 Pontiac Vibe Review:
We now own 2 vibes because we could not bear to sell the first one (2003 and 2007). best car in North America!

Submitted 2007-03-08 18:12:14


  GUEST

Performance:

5

Exterior:

5

Interior:

5

Overall:

5
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Pontiac Vibe?
perfect size, good gas mileage, cute.

Submitted 2007-03-06 13:25:16


  GUEST

Performance:

4

Exterior:

5

Interior:

5

Overall:

4
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Pontiac Vibe?
economy and stability.

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Pontiac Vibe?
Transmission is funky

2006 Pontiac Vibe Review:
overall i Love my Vibe!

Submitted 2007-02-13 16:36:34


 wpdlonewolf

 

Performance:

5

Exterior:

5

Interior:

5

Overall:

5
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Pontiac Vibe?
Seats,Monsoon,easy to get in and out, suspension ride,

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Pontiac Vibe?
Heated seats, steering wheel controls, bigger mirrors, more body insulation, 03 armrest pad 06 to short

2006 Pontiac Vibe Review:
An excellent value for the money. did not buy for good fuel milage bought because of comfortable seats..period. Would recommend to anyone looking in this catagory or not. Owned 20 months and never returned to dealer for one problem.

Submitted 2007-01-31 11:55:45


 kachaw4

 

Performance:

5

Exterior:

4

Interior:

5

Overall:

5
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Pontiac Vibe?
gas efficient, clean lines

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Pontiac Vibe?
have the rear window washer "spray" instead of the water running out

2006 Pontiac Vibe Review:
over all it's a great car with the exception of the rear window washing

Submitted 2007-01-13 11:17:41


  GUEST

Performance:

2

Exterior:

4

Interior:

5

Overall:

4
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Pontiac Vibe?
Great utility. Great gas mileage. Interior Quality of cars more expensive. Toyota quality.

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Pontiac Vibe?
More torque. MP3 player.

2006 Pontiac Vibe Review:
Anyone considering an SUV that does not live on a farm or tow a boat should look closely at this vehicle. Great on gas. Plenty of utility with fold flat seats.

Submitted 2007-01-06 06:24:59


  GUEST

Performance:

4

Exterior:

4

Interior:

4

Overall:

4
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Pontiac Vibe?
Quiet, fun to drive,great on gas(33-37 mpg)comfortable,roomy

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Pontiac Vibe?
radio set up confusing, cup holder in console openings,one is to small

2006 Pontiac Vibe Review:
I am very happy with it.

Submitted 2006-12-30 07:23:46


 arleneosumner

 

Performance:

2

Exterior:

3

Interior:

2

Overall:

2
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Pontiac Vibe?
The handling is fine. Easy to turn.

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Pontiac Vibe?
FIRST OF ALL ALLOW ME TO CLARIFY THAT MY VIBE IS A 2007 MODEL.
to improbe this model i would move all the overhead options to the dashboard,improve the headlight visability. Make the outside mirrors larger, and most importantly REMOVE THE BLINDSPOT ON THE DRIVERS RIGHT REAR.

2006 Pontiac Vibe Review:
I OWN A 2007 PONTIAC VIBE. I would NEVER purchase another Vibe. I have never been so unhappy and dissatisfied, or mislead, with an automobile purchase ever before in my life, as I am with this make and model.

Submitted 2006-11-16 13:09:14


  GUEST

Performance:

4

Exterior:

5

Interior:

4

Overall:

5
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Pontiac Vibe?
swifty car

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Pontiac Vibe?
telescope wheel

2006 Pontiac Vibe Review:
execellent car

Submitted 2006-11-01 08:48:01


 Tammer1973

 

Performance:

5

Exterior:

5

Interior:

4

Overall:

5
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2006 Pontiac Vibe?
I love how it looks and rides. I like the fuel savings, and i like how it sits, not too low.

Cons: How would you improve 2006 Pontiac Vibe?
Put better tires on them, I got no milage out of the goodyear ones that came on it.

2006 Pontiac Vibe Review:
for the most part i love my car, and i would buy a second one in a hearbeat, Handles well , and overall does well.

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