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2004 Saturn VUE Review
Big improvements make this a better SUV.
2004 VUE Review Summary & Specifications
The 2004 Saturn Vue represents a big improvement over the 2003 model and is now a much more compelling product. The steering is vastly improved, giving the Vue stable handling. The interior is much nicer with higher quality materials and the cabin is quite quiet with improved sound-deadening measures. Performance with the new 3.5-liter V6 puts the Vue among the quickest in its class, but it can hardly get out of its own way with the base 2.2-liter engine.The four-cylinder Vue competes with the CR-V and Toyota RAV4, while the V6 models compete with the Ford Escape and Jeep Liberty. The Saturn stands out with its unique styling and innovative plastic body panels. The Vue's interior is clever and versatile interior, while curtain airbags are available for head protection in an accident. The best thing about the Vue is that it's backed by Saturn's highly regarded sales and service people. You should expect them to be friendly and easy to work with.
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| Vehicle Category | Sport Utility Vehicles |
| Editor | Mitch McCullough |
| Model Lineup | Saturn Vue FWD 5-speed ($16,775); FWD automatic ($18,560); AWD automatic ($20,010); V6 FWD ($21,960); V6 AWD ($23,610) |
| Engines (standard) | 3.5-liter sohc 24-valve V6 |
| Transmissions (standard) | 5-speed automatic |
| Engines (optional) | 143-hp 2.2-liter dohc 16-valve 4-cylinder; 250-hp 3.5-liter sohc 24-valve V6 |
| Transmissions (optional) | 5-speed manual; 5-speed automatic; VTi continuously variable automatic |
| Safety Equipment (standard) | dual-stage front airbags, seat-belt pre-tensioners, child seat anchors |
| Safety Equipment (optional) | ABS; head-curtain side-impact airbags; traction control for FWD models |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years/36,000 miles |
| Assembled In | Springhill, Tennessee |
| Manufacturer Phone | |
| Manufacturer URL | www.saturn.com |
| Base Price MSRP | 16775 |
| Model Tested MSRP | Saturn Vue V6 AWD ($23,610) |
| Standard Equipment | air conditioning with dust filter, ABS, reclining front bucket seats with folding armrests, cargo area power outlet, fold-flat front passenger seat, integrated roof rails, two-position reclining rear seats, 70/30 split folding rear seatbacks, liftgate loading lights, rear window wiper/washer, AM/FM/CD stereo, power outside mirrors, power windows, remote keyless entry, alarm system, auto-dimming rearview mirror with outside temperature and compass display, dual map lights, cruise control, 17-inch alloy wheels |
| Options as Tested (MSRP) | head curtain airbags ($395); OnStar communications system ($695) |
| Destination Charge | 575 |
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| Layout | all-wheel drive |
| Price as Tested | 25275 |
| Horse Power | 250 @ 5800 |
| Torque | 242 @ 4500 |
| Fuel Economy | 19/25 |
| Wheelbase | 106.6 |
| Length/Width/Height | 181.3/71.5/66.5 |
| Track Front/Rear | |
| Turning Radius | 39.4 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 |
| Front Head/Hip/Leg room | 40.4/51.6/41.2 |
| Middle Head/Hip/Leg room | |
| Rear Head/Hip/Leg room | 40.3/52.7/36.8 |
| Trunk Volume | 30.8 |
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| Towing Capacity | 3500 |
| Front Suspension | independent, MacPherson struts, coil springs, anti-roll bar |
| Rear Suspension | independent, multi-link, coil springs, anti-roll bar |
| Ground Clearance | 8 |
| Curb Weight | 3630 |
| Stock Tires | P235/60SR17 |
| Brakes Front/Rear | disc/drum with ABS |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.3 |
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