Pontiac Vibe second generation

Pontiac Vibe second generation
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The Pontiac Vibe second generation (2009–2010): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 11 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: ZRE142

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length–4,366–4,371 mm
Width–1,763 mm
Height–1,547–1,593 mm
Seats and space
Luggage space (EPA)566 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)2,605–2,662 L EPA–

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia, US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

585 complaints for model years 2009–2010. 28 crashes · 2 fires · 15 injuries

  • Airbags 382
  • Speed control 65
  • Steering 37
  • Engine 33

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 11 versions of the Pontiac Vibe second generation

United States 6 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2009–2010CLKUP1.8 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive28 MPG (8.4 L/100 km) EPA197 g/km
2009–20101.8 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive28 MPG (8.4 L/100 km) EPA197 g/km
2009–20102.4 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA230 g/km
2009–2010CLKUP2.4 LPetrol5-speed automaticFront-wheel drive24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA230 g/km
20102.4 LPetrol4-speed automaticAll-wheel drive22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA251 g/km
2009CLKUP2.4 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA251 g/km

Canada 5 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2009–2010Station wagon: Small1.8 LPetrol4-speed automatic8.4 L/100 km 5-cycle193 g/km
2009–2010Station wagon: Small1.8 LPetrol5-speed manual8.3 L/100 km 5-cycle191 g/km
2009–2010Station wagon: Small2.4 LPetrol5-speed automatic9.8 L/100 km 5-cycle225 g/km
2009–2010Station wagon: Small2.4 LPetrol5-speed manual9.9 L/100 km 5-cycle228 g/km
2009–2010Station wagon: Small2.4 LPetrol4-speed automatic10.6 L/100 km 5-cycle244 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.