2010 Pontiac Vibe: Overview

Vehicle Highlights

The 2010 Pontiac Vibe is largely unchanged following its redesign for the 2009 model year. This is Vibe's final model year. General Motors is phasing out the Pontiac brand, a process scheduled for completion by the end of calendar 2010. Vibe is a 4-door wagon that shares its basic design with the Toyota Matrix. Front-drive models are offered in base and GT trims. Also available is the AWD Base. Base 1.8 versions have a 132-hp 1.8-liter 4-cylinder engine. Base 2.4, AWD Base, and GT models have a 158-hp 2.4-liter 4-cylinder. On the base and GT, a 5-speed manual transmission is standard. A 4-speed automatic is optional on the base 1.8 and standard on AWD versions. A 5-speed automatic is optional on front-drive Vibes with the 2.4-liter engine. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, curtain side airbags, and front side airbags. OnStar assistance is standard. All Vibes have 60/40 split-folding rear seatbacks. An available pop-up cargo organizer offers divided storage compartments and bag hooks.

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