Pontiac Vibe pricing announced (U.S)

Pontiac today confirmed pricing for the 2009 Vibe will start at $15,895 when it arrives in dealer showrooms in February 2008. Also returning to the Vibe family for the 2009 model year, an all-wheel drive model will start at $19,495 and the performance-oriented GT model will start at $19,895.

All prices include a $585 destination and freight charge. �Our goal with the new Vibe was to enhance its style and performance without sacrificing functionality and fuel economy,� said Craig Bierley, Pontiac marketing director.

�Every Vibe model now comes with a bold new look, increased engine power and a host of standard safety features, but still gets up to 32 miles per gallon.� The Vibe is powered by a 1.8-litre engine and five-speed manual transmission that can be upgraded to a 2.4-litre engine.

Standard safety features include four-wheel disc brakes with ABS, StabiliTrak electronic stability control, six airbags and OnStar. All-wheel drive and GT models come standard with the 158 hp 2.4-litre engine.