04/07/2008 10:31. ATLANTA | The Pontiac Vibe , redesigned for the 2009 model year, might be the right vehicle at the right time for many folks.

With car shoppers desiring spaciousness, comfort and style, but also not wanting to pay a lot at the pump, the Vibe delivers. Plus, it's affordable. The Vibe can be had for as low as $15,310.

The Vibe is engineered by Toyota and is similar to that company's Matrix model.

It's available with front- or all-wheel drive. The base engine is a 1.8-liter four-cylinder that makes 132 horsepower and is linked to a five-speed manual transmission. A four-speed automatic also is available.

If you seek more power, try the 2.4-liter engine that gives 158 horsepower and has a five-speed manual, with five-speed automatic optional. The latter engine is found with the... // Washington Times