Year | Make/Model | Nada Odds per 100 Cars | Lemon Odds per 100 Cars | ||
28 vehicles, 11.8 months per vehicle, 145000 miles driven2005 | Pontiac Vibe | Join or sign in to view | see reported repairs | ||
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27 vehicles, 11.8 months per vehicle, 174100 miles driven First year.2003 |
Pontiac Vibe | Join or sign in to view | see reported repairs | ||
27 vehicles, 11.8 months per vehicle, 174100 miles driven First year. |
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48 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 103500 miles driven Redesigned.2009 |
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48 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 103500 miles driven Redesigned. |
Pontiac Vibe Brand Reputation: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Hatch 132-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The vibe has a very good track record for reliability see full Pontiac Vibe review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I like Pontiac see full Pontiac Vibe review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Bought car due to Toyota lineage. Not disappointed. see full Pontiac Vibe review |
2005 | 4dr Hatch 164-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Deep down it's a Toyota with a Yamaha designed motor. Fun little sleeper/rat-racer/utility wagon. see full Pontiac Vibe review |
Pontiac Vibe Brand Reputation: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Well... see full Pontiac Vibe review |
Chevrolet Malibu Brand Reputation: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
A best buy for several years, several consumer mags see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
It has gotten good reviews. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The Malibu received several car of the year awards for this model year and that influenced our decision. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 217-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I have been a Chevy lover all my life. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
Chevrolet Malibu Brand Reputation: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Chevy does not have a strong identity in the market due to many duds over the years. Hopefully that will change. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
On 18% of Chevy owners have a degree; no snob appeal at all but it is a very economical car to drive and looks great! see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
This is a issue which GM seems to be working on. But the negative aspect is very present in conversations. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The overall reputation of the parent brand is poor, affecting resale value. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Unfortunately, this car is a GM! GM has not been known to make good cars. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2004 | 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
GM known for certain reliability issues on the Malibu. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |