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Pontiac Vibe GXP Show Car Flexes a New Set of Muscles
Pontiac's athletically designed Vibe flexes a more powerful set of muscles with the debut of the Vibe GXP show car. “Vibe is an excellent example of Pontiac’s fresh, contemporary design direction,” said Lynn Myers, Pontiac-GMC divisional marketing general manager. “Vibe was designed to fit the needs of youthful buyers. Today, the Vibe GT buyer is 33 years old on average. Vibe GXP could be a strong addition to attract young performance enthusiasts.” Dressed for performance, the Vibe GXP is outfitted with the GXP family-specific Shadow Black tri-coat color scheme, front fascia, fog lamps, rocker panel extensions, and rear deck spoiler and fascia. Vibe GXP's powerplant is a 1.8-liter, 16-valve DOHC inline four-cylinder engine that features an Eaton Roots type supercharger. The supercharger delivers 7.5 lbs. of boost enabling the Vibe GXP show car to generate up to a 35 percent increase in horsepower and torque over the production base powerplant for improved acceleration and launch feel. A five-speed manual transmission delivers the power to the wheels. The Vibe GXP show car was designed with performance-tuned suspension components, which create a lowered ride height for improved handling characteristics and an aggressive stance. GXP-specific 18-inch forged aluminum wheels and Bridgestone Potenza RE730 tires, larger diameter high-performance front and rear disc brakes with red heat-resistant ceramic coated calipers, and a production-based performance exhaust system also are included in the Vibe GXP show car performance package. Inside, the Vibe GXP utilizes a Vibe GT instrument panel along with GXP metal-look interior trim bezels, GXP specific aluminum design foot pedal covers and unique GXP performance series badging. VEHICLE HIGHLIGHTS:
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