Saturn Vue. The Vue was later facelifted for the 2006 model year. A second generation model was launched in 2007 for the 2008 model year as a rebadged Opel Antara. The Vue production in North America ended as GM wound down the Saturn brand during its 2009 reorganization.
Built on a version of General Motors' Theta platform (the basis for the 2009 Chevrolet Equinox as well as the 2010 GMC Terrain), 2008 Vue was the only shorter wheelbase variant sold in the United States. The Saturn Vue was discontinued in 2010 but the vehicle reappeared in 2012 as the Chevrolet Captiva Sport.
The Vue Red Line was released. V6 models received Honda's J35S1 engine and Honda transmission. This 3.5 liter engine and 5 speed transmission boosted performance over the prior V-6. This V-6 engine was used in the Saturn Vue 2004 to 2007 model years.
Who makes the engines for Saturn?
GM engines will power the 2008 Saturn Vue. General Motors is not renewing a contract with Honda and is replacing the 3.5-liter Honda-built V-6 used in the Saturn Vue since 2004. GM is offering two of its own V-6 engines in the revamped 2008 model.
Driving the Used 2008 Saturn VUE
So equipped, the Vue is plenty powerful, if not as downright fast as the Toyota RAV4. We suspect the 3.5-liter V6 will provide adequate power, while the four-cylinder's appeal most certainly lies in its fuel economy advantage.2006 Saturn VUE Review. Strong V6, roomy cabin, comfortable ride, excellent crash test scores, good fuel economy. Below-average build quality, some low-grade interior plastics, undersized front seats, vague steering.
2007 Saturn VUE Review. Strong V6 engine, roomy cabin, comfortable ride, availability of relatively inexpensive Green Line hybrid. Below-average build quality, undersized front seats, vague steering, missing some popular convenience and safety features.
It's important to note that the owner of the Saturn brand, General Motors, is still alive and well, and still offers parts and service for all Saturn vehicles. They're required by law to supply parts for their vehicles for at least 10 years. That means they're required to supply parts for anything newer than 2006.
Saturn Aura is good reliable family sedan car that is ready to take commuter miles and still be gas efficient, it's a vehicle that only gives problems when it's in need of major repairs.
Click the reputation button near the bottom left corner of this message box. Thank you! Re: how many miles does the average s series saturn last? 165K miles and still runs like new - getting roughly 39 MPG from 80% HWY miles.
The most dependable car can be a terrible, unreliable car if it's been treated badly and maintained poorly. For the most part, Saturn vehicles were good, reliable cars.
The 2009 Saturn Outlook is a family-friendly vehicle that delivers competitive safety scores, a spacious cabin and decent fuel economy for its size, but its interior materials aren't as nice competitors'.
The value of a used 2007 Saturn Aura ranges from $116 to $2,563, based on vehicle condition, mileage, and options.
V6 models received Honda's J35S1 engine and Honda transmission. This 3.5 liter engine and 5 speed transmission boosted performance over the prior V-6. It was an important selling point at the time. This V-6 engine was used in the Saturn Vue 2004 to 2007 model years.
The most dependable car can be a terrible, unreliable car if it's been treated badly and maintained poorly. For the most part, Saturn vehicles were good, reliable cars. That said, let's look at some aspects to consider about whether owning a Saturn would be a good or bad experience.
Following the withdrawal of a bid by Penske Automotive to acquire Saturn in September 2009, General Motors discontinued the Saturn brand and ended its outstanding franchises on October 31, 2010. All new production had already been halted on October 7, 2009.
Following the demise of the Saturn brand in 2009 for the 2010 model year, the Vue was discontinued. However, GM continued to produce the Chevrolet Captiva Sport, for the Mexican and South American markets.
Capitalizing on this speed, Saturn released a performance model called the Vue Red Line (a hybrid version, intended to be called the "Vue Green Line" debuted later). The Vue Red Line shared the same Honda V6 as the normal version, but it was lowered, with larger wheels and a body kit.
Saturn's last vehicle models were the Saturn Aura, the Saturn Outlook, the Sky, and the Saturn Vue. GM had continued to produce the Aura, the Outlook, the Sky, and the Vue into the 2010 model year. In 2012, General Motors rebadged and reintroduced the discontinued Saturn Vue as the 2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport.
| Saturn Vue |
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| Manufacturer | Saturn Corporation (2002-2007) Opel (General Motors) (2008-2010) |
| Production | 2001–2009 |
| Model years | 2002–2010 |
| Body and chassis |
Who makes the Vue SUV?
OpelGeneral Motors, 2008–2010
Saturn Corporation2002–2007
The value of a used 2009 Saturn VUE ranges from $914 to $4,141, based on vehicle condition, mileage, and options.
The Vue measures 181.3 inches long overall, rides a 106.6-inch wheelbase and has an 8-inch ground clearance. The SUV has a fully independent suspension and 16-inch tires; all-wheel-drive V-6 models get 17-inch aluminum wheels.
The value of a used 2004 Saturn VUE ranges from $224 to $2,796, based on vehicle condition, mileage, and options.
The 2004 Saturn Ion is available as a four-door sedan, or as an innovative coupe with two reverse-opening auxiliary rear doors. Saturn calls the coupe a Quad Coupe. All Saturn Ion models (except the high-performance Red Line) are powered by the same 2.2-liter four-cylinder engine, rated 140 horsepower.
V6 models received Honda's J35S1 engine and Honda transmission. This 3.5 liter engine and 5 speed transmission boosted performance over the prior V-6. It was an important selling point at the time. This V-6 engine was used in the Saturn Vue 2004 to 2007 model years.
The value of a used 2004 Saturn ION ranges from $95 to $2,095, based on vehicle condition, mileage, and options.
Pre-owned Saturn VUE models are available with a 3.5 L-liter gas engine or a 2.2 L-liter gas engine, with output up to 250 hp, depending on engine type. The Used 2004 Saturn VUE comes with all wheel drive, and front wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 5-speed automatic, continuously variable-speed automatic.
