Bought my 2005 Vibe AWD a week ago today and I really like it. I liked the Pontiac styling more than the Matrix. Also, at the time, I got a $3000 rebate and that helped.
The biggest reason though, having owned SUVs all these years, was gas prices. I was filling my tank every other day with business travel. I filled it up once this week and am getting 30 to 35 miles per gallon.
I am very satisfied.