Pontiac G3 vs. Pontiac Vibe
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Pontiac G3 and Pontiac Vibe contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Pontiac G3 and the Pontiac Vibe.
When we compare the Pontiac G3's and the Pontiac Vibe's specifications and ratings, the Pontiac G3 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. The Pontiac Vibe has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Pontiac G3's and the Pontiac Vibe's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2009 Pontiac G3 ranges from $3,017 to $9,859 while a used 2009 Pontiac Vibe is priced between $3,900 to $9,997.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Pontiac G3’s base engine makes 106 horsepower, and the Pontiac Vibe base engine makes 132 horsepower. The G3 is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 408 miles. The Vibe is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 416 miles.This gives the Pontiac G3 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Pontiac Vibe the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Pontiac Vibe has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Pontiac G3 has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room and rear shoulder room.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$14,335
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$16,100
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Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$5,928
Price Range:
$3,017 - $9,859
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
5
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
116,396
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$6,815
Price Range:
$3,900 - $9,997
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
45
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
146,383
# Good or Great Deals:
12
Pontiac G3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Pontiac Vibe Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Pontiac G3
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Pontiac Vibe
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.5
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
7.4
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Pontiac G3 Rankings
Not yet available
Pontiac Vibe Rankings
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Pontiac G3 Trim Levels
Base
Pontiac Vibe Trim Levels
1.8L, 2.4L, AWD, GT
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
106 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
105 foot-lbs @ 3800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.042 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
132 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
128 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.046 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
27 / 34 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
324 / 408 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 32 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
338 / 416 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.8 inches
Cargo Space:
7.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
42 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not applicable
Overall Interior Volume:
98.1 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.6 inches
Cargo Space:
20.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
49.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not applicable
Overall Interior Volume:
114.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2546 lbs
Width:
66.1 inches
Height:
59.3 inches
Length:
155 inches
Wheelbase:
97.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2856 lbs
Width:
69.5 inches
Height:
61 inches
Length:
171.1 inches
Wheelbase:
102.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
14.0 x 5.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P185/60R14
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/55R16
Exterior Colors
Blue
Blue Green Metallic / Medium Blue Metallic / Orbit Blue Metallic
Gray
Carbon Black Metallic / Cosmic Silver Metallic / Urban Gray Metallic
Red
Bright Red / Deep Red Metallic
White
Polar White
Yellow
Summer Yellow
Black
Not available
Silver
Not available
Exterior Colors
Blue
Mystic Blue Metallic / Navy Blue Metallic / Steel Blue Metallic
Gray
Carbon Gray Metallic
Red
Red Hot Metallic
White
Ultra White
Yellow
Not available
Black
Jet Black Metallic
Silver
Liquid Platinum Metallic
Interior Colors
Gray
Charcoal
Black
Not available
Interior Colors
Gray
Not available
Black
Ebony
