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Summary
Value and a pleasant ownership continue to be Saturn's hallmarks. With attractive interiors and nimble handling, these are nice cars to drive. They don't offer the refinement of some of the best compact sedans from Europe and Japan, but Saturn's S-Series sedans have come a long way. Affordable payments and a trustworthy dealer are important considerations when choosing a car and these Saturns deliver those benefits in spades.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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SL sedan ($10,570); SL1 sedan ($11,485); SL2 sedan ($12,895); SC1 coupe ($12,535); SC2 coupe ($15,645); SW2 wagon ($14,290) |
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Engines:
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1.9-liter dohc 16v inline-4 |
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Transmissions:
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4-speed automatic |
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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dual airbags, side-impact door beams standard; ABS, traction control, front and rear head-level side air bags optional |
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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Basic Warranty:
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3 years/36,000 miles |
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Assembled In:
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Spring Hill, Tennessee |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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SL2 ($12,895) |
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Standard Equipment:
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air conditioning, tilt-steering, intermittent wipers, split folding rear seatback, remote trunk and fuel door release |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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automatic transmission ($860); anti-lock brakes with traction control ($495); SL2 Package 2 ($995) includes power locks with remote keyless entry and security system, power windows, dual power mirrors, cruise control, 15-inch alloy wheels; floor mats ($70); AM/FM/CD stereo ($290); rear spoiler ($225); power sunroof ($725); fog lamps ($170); gray leather ($700) |
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Destination Charge:
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465 |
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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17890 |
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Layout:
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front-wheel drive |
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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124 @ 5600 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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122 @ 4800 |
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Transmission:
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4-speed automatic |
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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25/36 |
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Wheelbase:
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102.4 |
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Length/width/height:
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176.9/66.7/54.5 |
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Track, f/r:
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56.8/56.0 |
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Turning circle:
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37.1 |
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Seating capacity:
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5 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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39.3/50.7/42.5 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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38.0/51.6/32.8 |
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Cargo volume:
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12.1 |
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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1000 |
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Suspension, f:
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Independent |
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Suspension, r:
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Independent |
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Ground clearance:
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Curb weight:
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2422 |
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Tires:
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P185/60R15 |
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Brakes, f/r:
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disc/drum with ABS |
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Fuel capacity:
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12.1 |
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