I purchased this car at the end of November, 2014 with 120,000 miles on it. I've driven it 7+ hours numerous times, and it has been pretty comfortable. The ceiling is higher than some other compact cars, giving taller drivers extra space. There have been a few safety recalls which have come down from Toyota and GM, and even though the Pontiac brand has been discontinued there has been no problem getting the warranty issues fixed at no cost to us. It makes the car more fun to drive and I feel I have more control in difficult weather conditions. We purchased one with a manual transmission and are very happy with that choice. I expect I will continue to put miles on it for quite some time yet. I have put significant miles on it, and it has been good except for an issue with the water pump. And we like the exterior styling more than the Matrix (the interiors were just about identical, if I recall correctly). This one was less expensive and had a better warranty, though they are essentially the same car. When shopping for a new car, we looked at both. This car seems to be perceived as the "other sibling" to the Toyota Matrix. My aunt has a 03 matrix and didn't take car of it and it's still going in the 300kms in 2018!!! So aiming to drive it to the ground or give it to my son if I come across similar value for money with a lil more pep. Was able to fit two toilets, and shower kit with rear seats down drove back with ease. My hairdresser thought it was it crossover due to its height and roof rack. Drives well and will get lots use out of it utility. Overall, this car was the least expensive overall in all the categories including kms. I didn't like how it handled in snow (maybe if I had 4WD or better winter tires?) With that said I will be changing brands of winter tires next winter to see if it improves handling. I've owned this car for approximately 6mths and the things I feel would make me feel more WOW about my Vibe is if had the same pep that I felt in the Yaris and my Mazda ( but that was a fully loaded V6 and the Vibe is acceleration is decent), fuel economy feels meh ( get about 300ish in winter 400ish so far in warmer weather or hwy driving. It's the Toyota Matrix twin mechanically and interior, the plastic and flat folding rear seats, roof rack (I have kayaks and a canoe), size ( top 3 was the Toyota Yaris 2010 with winter tires and 2011 matrix no winters), came with winter tires on rims, the insurance was the lowest ( savings of least $20/MTH), lowest km at 78km and fuel economy was appealing. Bought this car out necessity (my manual 07 v6 Mazda 6 hatchback broke down and needed a reliable car that could endure long commutes comfortably and without issues) I needed the cheapest car without sacrificing quality with cargo room / hatchback.(was not planning to buy another car for 3-4yrs) I ended choosing the Vibe for these main reasons.
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