Sunday, November 27, 2011

Pontiac Vibe Review

The new 2009 Pontiac Vibe is a modern re-mix of a classic crime, infusing the functionality of a compact crossover with a bolder attitude of muscular styling, increased performance and tight handling. This happens at dealerships in early 2008.

Pontiac Vibe

Adding a richer harmony in tune, the popular all-wheel-drive models and GT return to the Vibe lineup. Regardless of the model, each Vibe offers a level of athletic design, boosted performance and everyday versatility uncommon in the price range.

Packing more off the power line than ever, the '09 Vibe delivers the type of response needed to return safely navigate unexpected everyday driving situations. A power of 132 (98 kW) 1.8L DOHC four-cylinder is standard on base models and delivers 128 lb.-ft. (174 Nm) of torque. The benefits of variable valve timing, twin engine, optimizing performance and efficiency, and corresponds to a five-speed manual transmission standard or optional four-speed automatic.

 Pontiac Vibe

Pontiac Vibe

Customers want higher performance can choose the larger, 2.4L DOHC 158-horsepower (118 kW) and 162 lb.-ft. (224 Nm) of torque. The 2.4L engine is standard on AWD and GT models and optional on the base model.

Driving dynamics of the new Vibe have been refined to deliver a responsive driving experience, with particular emphasis on noise, vibration and harshness reduced. An array of chassis control systems enhances ride and handling and security.

Vibe is a body-integral structure of the frame rails is from front to back, when the structure of a solid, strong and even suspension systems. All models use a MacPherson strut front suspension design. The basic model is a torsion beam rear suspension, which was revised a nice ride, but the AWD and GT models, independent rear multi-link suspension response is even stronger and better driving control.

 Pontiac Vibe

Four disc brakes, ABS is standard on all models, such as electronic stability control and traction control. The control unit is augmented with electronic power steering, provided that the variable-effort performance and (because there is no engine-driven power steering) to improve fuel economy.

Vibe seems to back up its performance. After a lean, athletic form, such as new external design of the future Vibe Pontiac - clean, purposeful shapes and clearly sophisticated aesthetics. The new Vibe is the appearance of space allows for the design blends a small SUV with a profile in the future, to promote innovative design introduced by the original Pontiac Vibe, launched in 2002.

All sheet metal is new, small holes to confirm the customized look of the Vibe. A corner of the windshield seems faster sleeker look, while large wheels and minimal overhangs give the vehicle an aggressive, firmly planted stance.

Pontiac Vibe

 Pontiac Vibe

Like the exterior, the '09 Vibe brand new interior and has a driver-oriented cockpit design more common to sports cars. The controls and gauges were redesigned for ease of use, but retain a performance-oriented look and feel, and quality of the interior and craft is reflected in the difference in first class / tolerances rinse.

Pontiac Vibe

Interior material refinement is also a step to a higher level in the new Vibe, with a combination of flat color, varied grains on the instrument panel and other trim components, and satin-metal accents. New, knit-fabric seats are durable and have high-end look, while GT models are enhanced with standard leather-trimmed seats, three branches of the wheel and shift knob. Seating for five is standard on all models.

Pontiac Vibe


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