The 2009 Pontiac Vibe is offered three ways: Vibe, AWD, GT.
The base Vibe uses a 1.8-liter engine and five-speed manual gearbox and includes cloth upholstery, 60/40 split-fold rear seat, AM/FM/CD stereo compatible with MP3/WMA files, input jack and XM satellite radio, tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, electroluminescent gauges with tachometer, power mirrors, intermittent wipers, stability control, engine immobilizer, and 16-inch steel wheels. Options include air conditioning ($950), six-speaker radio upgrade, preferred package ($850) with power locks and windows, keyless entry, and cruise control; smoker's package, and cargo cover. A four-speed automatic transmission is optional ($850). The 2.4-liter engine is optional ($400) and can be ordered with a five-speed automatic ($1050).
Vibe AWD (all-wheel drive) comes with the 2.4-liter engine and a four-speed automatic because it is integral with the drive system; it also comes with an independent rear suspension and larger rear brakes. Options include the preferred package ($1,070) with power locks and windows, keyless entry, cruise control, and variable intermittent front and rear wipers; the Sun & Sound package ($1285) with moonroof, 320-watt Monsoon sound system, leather-wrapped steering wheel and shifter; fog lamps, 17-inch alloy wheels, and antitheft system.
Vibe GT uses the 2.4-liter engine and five-speed manual. Rear brakes are larger yet, the wheels 18-inch alloys, the suspension is firmed up a bit, and it gets sportier seats, features like power windows/locks and cruise control, more aggressive bodywork, fog lamps, and rear spoiler. GT options consist of five-speed automatic transmission ($1050), sunroof ($700), antitheft system ($295); cargo cover and engine block heater.
Safety features on all models include front airbags, front side-impact airbags, side curtain airbags, electronic stability control, antilock brakes with brake assist, tire pressure monitors, and daytime running lights.