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2009-2010 Pontiac Vibe MPG & Fuel Cost
2 model years · 22–28 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 8 of 10 wagon configurations, MY2010. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2009-2010 Pontiac Vibe at a glance
The 2009-2010 Pontiac Vibe covers 2 model years in the EPA database (10 configurations in all), rated 22–28 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2010, costs about $2,330 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Vibe 1.8L 4-cyl FWD (28 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2010.
2009-2010 Pontiac Vibe by model year
What the 2010 Vibe 1.8L 4-cyl FWD costs to drive
Per month
$194
$2,330 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$3.88
Per 100 miles
$15.53
Five years
$11,650
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the wagon median
$400less a year
Class median $2,730 a year, MY2010
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2010 Pontiac Vibe MPG
Versus 2009: The most efficient configuration stays at 28 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,330.
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vibe 1.8L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd (Most efficient) | 1.8L 4-cyl | FWD | 26 | 31 | 28 | $2,330 |
| Vibe 1.8L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 1.8L 4-cyl | FWD | 26 | 32 | 28 | $2,330 |
| Vibe 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 28 | 24 | $2,720 |
| Vibe 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic (S5) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 29 | 24 | $2,720 |
| Vibe 2.4L 4-cyl AWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | AWD | 20 | 26 | 22 | $2,970 |
2009 Pontiac Vibe MPG
22–28 MPG · $2,330–$2,970/yr
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vibe 1.8L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd (Most efficient) | 1.8L 4-cyl | FWD | 26 | 31 | 28 | $2,330 |
| Vibe 1.8L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 1.8L 4-cyl | FWD | 26 | 32 | 28 | $2,330 |
| Vibe 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 28 | 24 | $2,720 |
| Vibe 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic (S5) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 29 | 24 | $2,720 |
| Vibe 2.4L 4-cyl 4WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | 4WD | 20 | 26 | 22 | $2,970 |
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Vibe 1.8L 4-cyl FWD: $3,170 in California and $2,040 in Texas, a $1,130 difference.
- California $3,170
- Washington $2,940
- New York $2,330
- Florida $2,200
- Texas $2,040
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2010 wagon models.
Generations
- 2003-2008 (1st gen)
- 2009-2010 (2nd gen)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2009-2010 Pontiac Vibe get?
EPA rates the 2009-2010 Pontiac Vibe at 22–28 MPG combined across 10 configurations and 2 model years. The most efficient version, the 2010 Vibe 1.8L 4-cyl FWD, is rated 28 MPG (26 city, 31 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2009-2010 Pontiac Vibe?
Every model year of the 2009-2010 Pontiac Vibe tops out at 28 MPG combined, so no year is better than another.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2009-2010 Pontiac Vibe?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2010.
How does the 2009-2010 Pontiac Vibe compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2003-2008 Pontiac Vibe) is rated 24–29 MPG combined and costs $2,250–$3,350 a year to fuel; the 2009-2010 model is rated 22–28 MPG and costs $2,330–$2,970 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2010 Pontiac Vibe per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Vibe 1.8L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,330 a year. Across all 5 configurations the cost runs $2,330–$2,970 a year. That is a $640 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2010 Pontiac Vibe 100 miles?
About $15.53 per 100 miles for the Vibe 1.8L 4-cyl FWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $15.53 and $19.80 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2010 Pontiac Vibe more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The Vibe 1.8L 4-cyl FWD is rated 26 city and 31 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 5 MPG.
How does the 2010 Pontiac Vibe compare with other wagon configurations?
The Vibe 1.8L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,330 a year to fuel, $400 less than the class median of $2,730, and less than 8 of 10 wagon configurations. The comparison covers all 48 rated wagon configurations for MY2010, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2010 Pontiac Vibe different from the 2009 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 28 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,330. EPA lists 5 configurations for 2010 against 5 configurations for 2009. See the 2009 Pontiac Vibe for that year.