Pontiac Vibe
Pontiac Vibe — 2003–2010, 5-door hatchback, 1.8 L ''1ZZ-FE (LV6)'' I4 (gasoline); 1.8 L ''2ZZ-GE (LNK)'' I4 (gasoline). Explore engine specifications, fuel economy, dimensions, tire sizes, seating, maintenance and tire-pressure guidance.

About the Pontiac Vibe
Pontiac Vibe is a 5-door hatchback in the compact car class, with source data covering 2003–2010. The available vehicle data lists 1.8 L ''1ZZ-FE (LV6)'' I4 (gasoline); 1.8 L ''2ZZ-GE (LNK)'' I4 (gasoline) as an engine configuration, paired with 5-speed ''C59'' manual; 6-speed ''C60'' manual; 4-speed ''A246E'' automatic; 4-speed ''U341F'' AWD automatic and a Front-engine, front-wheel-drive or all-wheel-drive layout. Public source material describes the model in the context of its design, market positioning and vehicle history.
This Pontiac Vibe guide focuses on the details drivers commonly want to know, including engine information for 1.8 L ''1ZZ-FE (LV6)'' I4 (gasoline); 1.8 L ''2ZZ-GE (LNK)'' I4 (gasoline) and 5-speed ''C59'' manual; 6-speed ''C60'' manual; 4-speed ''A246E'' automatic; 4-speed ''U341F'' AWD automatic transmission information. Exact specifications should be matched to the relevant model year and market.
Pontiac Vibe specifications at a glance
Use this table for the model-level essentials. Exact figures may vary by year, trim, engine and market.
| Make | Pontiac |
|---|---|
| Model | Vibe |
| Model years | 2003–2010 |
| Body style | 5-door hatchback |
| Vehicle class | Compact car |
| Manufacturer | NUMMI |
| Production | January 2002 – August 2009 |
| Market / country | CA, ES, FI, NL, UA, US |
Engine, transmission and performance
Engine information for the Pontiac Vibe includes 1.8 L ''1ZZ-FE (LV6)'' I4 (gasoline); 1.8 L ''2ZZ-GE (LNK)'' I4 (gasoline).. Transmission information includes 5-speed ''C59'' manual; 6-speed ''C60'' manual; 4-speed ''A246E'' automatic; 4-speed ''U341F'' AWD automatic.. The listed drivetrain/layout is Front-engine, front-wheel-drive or all-wheel-drive.
| Engine | 1.8 L ''1ZZ-FE (LV6)'' I4 (gasoline); 1.8 L ''2ZZ-GE (LNK)'' I4 (gasoline) |
|---|---|
| Transmission | 5-speed ''C59'' manual; 6-speed ''C60'' manual; 4-speed ''A246E'' automatic; 4-speed ''U341F'' AWD automatic |
| Drivetrain / layout | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive or all-wheel-drive |
Dimensions, weight and practicality
Dimensions and capacity figures are presented as published source data when available.
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in (2,601 mm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 171.3 in (4,351 mm) |
| Width | 69.9 in (1,775 mm) |
| Height | 61 in (1,549 mm) |
Pontiac Vibe other specifications
| Name | Pontiac Vibe |
|---|---|
| Image | 03-04 Pontiac Vibe GT.jpg |
| Caption | 2003 Pontiac Vibe GT |
| Aka | Toyota Voltz (Japan, 2002–2004) |
Pontiac Vibe generations and model years
Where a source covers multiple generations, CarCareTool selects the generation(s) that best match this catalog model instead of mixing unrelated variants.
| Generation / scope | Years | Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pontiac Vibe | 2003–2010 | Not specified | Not specified | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive or all-wheel-drive |
| First generation | 2003–2008 | 1.8 L ''1ZZ-FE (LV6)'' I4 (gasoline); 1.8 L ''2ZZ-GE (LNK)'' I4 (gasoline) | 5-speed ''C59'' manual; 6-speed ''C60'' manual; 4-speed ''A246E'' automatic; 4-speed ''U341F'' AWD automatic | Not specified |
| Second generation | 2009–2010 | 1.8 L ''2ZR-FE'' I4; 2.4 L ''2AZ-FE'' I4 | 5-speed ''C59'' manual (1.8); 5-speed ''E351'' manual (2.4); 5-speed ''U250E'' automatic; 4-speed ''U140F'' AWD automatic; 4-speed ''U341E'' automatic | Not specified |
Recommended tire pressure for Pontiac Vibe
Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the manufacturer’s cold inflation pressure. CarCareTool estimates are clearly labelled when an exact verified value is unavailable.
| Load condition | Front | Rear | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | 33 PSI | 32 PSI | Estimate |
| Fully loaded | 35 PSI | 35 PSI | Estimate |
Frequently asked questions about Pontiac Vibe
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