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The Saturn VUE is a compact SUV that was sold together with built past times General Motors , together with it was Saturn's best-selling model. It was the showtime vehicle to usage the GM Theta platform when it was introduced inward 2001 for the 2002 model-year. The VUE was later on facelifted for the 2006 model-year. H5N1 minute generation model was launched inward 2007 for the 2008 model yr every bit a rebadged Opel Antara. The VUE production inward North America ended every bit GM injure downwards the Saturn build during its 2009 reorganization.
Saturn VUE | |
Overview | |
Manufacturer | Saturn (General Motors) (2002-2007) Opel (General Motors) (2007–2009) |
Production | 2001–2009 |
Model years | 2002–2010 |
Body together with chassis | |
Class | Compact SUV |
Body style | 4-door SUV |
Layout | Transverse front-engine , front-wheel campaign / all-wheel drive |
Chronology | |
Predecessor | Isuzu Rodeo (Canada) |
Successor | Chevrolet Captiva Sport Buick Envision |
First generation (2002–2007)
First generation  | |
Overview | |
Manufacturer | |
Production | 2001–2007 |
Model years | 2002–2007 |
Assembly | Spring Hill , Tennessee , United States (Spring Hill Manufacturing) |
Body together with chassis | |
Class | Compact SUV |
Body style | 5-door SUV |
Related | GM Theta platform |
Powertrain | |
Engine | 2.2 L L61 I4 (gasoline) 2.4 L LAT (hybrid gasoline / electric) 3.0 L L81 V6 (gasoline) 3.5 L L66 V6 (gasoline) |
Transmission | 4-speed GM 4T45-E automatic 5-speed Aisin AF33 automatic 5-speed Honda H5 automatic 5-speed Getrag F23 manual CVT VTi automatic |
Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 2 ,710 mm (106.6 in) |
Length | 4 ,610 mm (181.3 in) |
Width | 1 ,820 mm (71.5 in) Hybrid: 1 ,820 mm (71.6 in) |
Height | 1 ,690 mm (66.5 in) Hybrid: 1 ,680 mm (66.3 in) |
The Vue was introduced for the 2002 model yr together with was designed past times Saturn. It was manufactured at the Spring Hill GM plant. Its unibody platform is shared amongst the Chevrolet Equinox , Pontiac Torrent together with the European Opel Antara. The showtime generation ran from model yr 2002-2007.
Four-cylinder VUE's usage the Ecotec I4. The L81 V6 from the L-Series together with five-speed Aisin AF33 automatic transmission were initially offered , but starting inward 2004 , all six-cylinder Vues were equipped amongst Honda's 250-horsepower (190 kW) J35A3 engine together with a Honda transmission. The four-cylinder Vue was available amongst the VTi continuously variable transmission (CVT) until GM canceled it for 2005 due to dependability issues.
The VUE received a facelift for the 2006 model year. Upgrades included a redesigned interior amongst higher-quality materials , a novel bumper together with grille , together with approximately shaver cosmetic pieces to the exterior. OnStar is at nowadays criterion every bit good every bit cruise command together with automatic headlights. However , GM badges were non added to the side of the vehicle until GM took over production from Saturn for the minute generation VUE.
Model yr changes
In 2004:
- The VUE Red Line was released
- V6 models received Honda's J35A3 engine together with Honda transmission. This 3.5 liter engine together with 5 speed transmission boosted performance over the prior V-6. It was an of import selling betoken at the time. This V-6 engine was used inward the Saturn VUE's 2004 to 2007 model years.
In 2005:
- 5- together with 4-speed automatic transmissions provide for 2005 , together with the CVT is dropped.
- All VUE's croak a redesigned interior critique amongst novel air vents , novel steering cycle , together with a novel radio faceplate which contributes dissonance , vibration , together with harshness.
In 2006:
- Facelift amongst novel interior , cosmetic changes to the exterior.
Red Line
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Saturn introduced a exceptional high-performance describe of piece of job of vehicles inward 2004 nether the advert , "Red Line". The VUE Red Line includes the same 250 hp (186 kW) Honda J35A3 V6 every bit the regular model , but amongst sportier respite tuning , lowered 1 inch , together with unique mightiness steering calibration for performance , 18 inward alloy wheels , ground-effect front end together with parent bumpers , unique rocker panel cut down , chrome exhaust tip , exceptional dark leather together with suede seats (optional for 2005 , criterion for 2006 together with 2007) , footwell lighting (included amongst leather together with suede seats parcel , non available amongst optional full-leather (heated front) seats) , together with a exceptional gauge cluster consummate the visual updates. It also includes approximately exceptional interior features every bit good , such every bit a higher character good system.
Green Line
The high-performance VUE Red Line was joined for 2007 past times an environmentally oriented Green Line model. The Vue is a mild hybrid , or "assist hybrid" , using what GM calls a "belt alternator starter" BAS Hybrid system. H5N1 large electrical motor is connected to the crankshaft via a exceptional accessory campaign belt , amongst a modified automatic transmission fitted.
It automatically stops the engine when the vehicle comes to a halt together with directly restarts it when the vehicle must motility again. Not to live confused every bit simply a "start-stop" scheme , the electrical motor also assists somewhat during initial launch , during torque smoothing together with when nether heavy acceleration. H5N1 36-volt nickel metallic hydride (NiMH) battery pack , located nether the charge flooring , powers the motor/generator unit of measurement together with also stores regenerative braking energy. The regenerative charging together with electrical motor aid functions are shown to the driver via an analog gauge on the dash board , together with real-time fuel-economy feedback is accomplished via an "eco" lite that glows when the instantaneous fuel economic scheme is beating the window sticker fuel economic scheme values.
The fuel savings are 20 percent upwards from the base of operations vehicle's 22 mpg-US (11 L/100 km)/27 mpg-US (8.7 L/100 km) city/highway EPA sticker to 27 mpg-US (8.7 L/100 km)/32 mpg-US (7.4 L/100 km) , the highest highway fuel economic scheme of whatsoever 2007 model SUV sold inward the US market. In Canada , according to Saturn , the Vue gets an estimated 8.8 L/100 km (32 mpg-imp; 27 mpg-US) metropolis together with 6.7 L/100 km (42 mpg-imp; 35 mpg-US) highway.
The Green Line has a 170-horsepower (130 kW) 2.4-liter Ecotec DOHC-phaser engine which replaces the criterion 144-horsepower (107 kW) 2.2-liter inline-four engine , resulting inward the improvement of 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) acceleration fourth dimension past times 1.0 second. Pricing for the hybrid is most US$2 ,000 to a greater extent than than a similarly equipped Vue , together with debuted inward production shape on Jan 8 , 2006 at the North American International Auto Show inward Detroit. The Green Line went on sale inward the 3rd quarter of 2006.
Engines
Years | Engine | Power | Torque |
2002–2007 | 2.2 L Ecotec L61 I4 | 143 hp (107 kW) | 152 lb·ft (206 N·m) |
2002–2003 | 3.0 L 54-Degree V6 | 181 hp (135 kW) | 195 lb·ft (264 N·m) |
2004–2007 | 3.5 L GM L66 (J35A3) V6 | 250 hp (186 kW) | 242 lb·ft (328 N·m) |
2007-2010 | 2.4 L Ecotec LE5 I4 | 170 hp (127 kW) | 163 lb·ft (220 N·m) |
2008-2010 | 3.6 L LY7 V6 | 257 hp (192 kW) | 248 lb·ft (336 N·m) |
Safety
In Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) crash tests the Vue receives a Good overall rating inward the frontal offset crash test. In 2008 models came equipped amongst criterion front end together with parent caput side mantle airbags together with front end seat-mounted trunk airbags. These models were given an acceptable overall rating inward side impacts. Models without side airbags were given an overall pitiful rating.
Second generation (2008–2010)
Second generation  | |
Overview | |
Manufacturer | |
Also called | Vauxhall Antara |
Production | 2007–2009 |
Model years | 2008–2010 |
Assembly | Ramos Arizpe , Mexico |
Body together with chassis | |
Class | Compact SUV |
Body style | 5-door SUV |
Plaform | GM Theta platform |
Related | Chevrolet Captiva Sport |
Saturn introduced the minute generation VUE inward 2007 for the 2008 model yr , manufactured inward United Mexican States every bit a rebranded version of the German-designed Opel Antara. Saturn offered iv cut down levels: base of operations "XE" , classier , up-level "XR" , plough over of the describe of piece of job sporty "Red Line" together with a "Green Line" hybrid trim. Engines ranged from a 2.4-liter straight-four to 3.5- together with 3.6-liter V6 powertrains. H5N1 hybrid powertrain version of the 2.4-liter model was also available. GM badges were at nowadays added to the front end doors. The Mexican-manufactured VUE was also retailed inward United Mexican States together with South America every bit the Chevrolet Captiva Sport , amongst alone badges changed together with a novel grille insert fitted.
Following the demise of the Saturn build inward 2009 for the 2010 model yr , the VUE was discontinued. However , GM continued to create the Chevrolet Captiva Sport , for the Mexican together with South American markets. The Chevrolet Captiva Sport was introduced for the US commercial together with fleet markets inward belatedly 2011 for the 2012 model year.
Trim Levels together with Standard Equipment
The second-generation 2008-2010 Saturn VUE was available inward iv cut down levels , each amongst their ain aeroplane of criterion equipment:
XE: The XE was the base of operations Saturn VUE cut down level. It included the next criterion equipment: Sixteen-inch all-season tires , sixteen-inch aluminum alloy wheels , A/M-F/M stereo amongst single-disc CD role musician together with auxiliary good input jack , six-speaker good scheme , stuff seating surfaces , keyless entry , manually-adjustable front end bucket seats , aluminum interior cut down , dark front end bumper , outside color-keyed parent bumper , 2.4L Inline Four-Cylinder (I4) engine , together with an automatic transmission. Additional options included an A/M-F/M stereo amongst single-disc CD/MP3 role musician together with auxiliary good input jack , Bluetooth for wireless telephone connectivity , eight-speaker 'Saturn Advanced' premium good scheme amongst subwoofer , a mightiness front end driver's bucket spot , remote vehicle starter scheme , OnStar , imitation woods interior cut down , together with 3.6L V6 engine.
XR: The XR was the top-of-the-line Saturn VUE cut down level. It included the next criterion equipment , adding to the base of operations XE trim level: Seventeen-inch all-season tires , seventeen-inch aluminum alloy wheels , A/M-F/M stereo amongst XM Satellite Radio , single-disc CD/MP3 role musician , together with auxiliary good input jack , OnStar , leather-trimmed seating surfaces , vehicle information centre , mightiness front end bucket seats , imitation woods interior cut down , color-keyed front end together with parent bumpers , together with 3.6L V6 engine. Additional options included a touch-screen GPS navigation scheme , A/M-F/M stereo amongst six-disc CD/MP3 changer together with auxiliary good input jack , Bluetooth for wireless telephone connectivity , mightiness sunroof , together with eight-speaker 'Saturn Advanced' premium good scheme amongst subwoofer.
Red Line: The Red Line was the "performance-oriented" Saturn VUE cut down level. It included the next criterion equipment , adding to the top-of-the-line XR trim level: Eighteen-inch all-season tires , eighteen-inch aluminum alloy wheels , perforated leather-trimmed seating surfaces amongst microfiber inserts , remote vehicle starter scheme , aluminum interior cut down , together with blood-red color accent stitching for seats , steering cycle , together with centre console lid. Additional options included a touch-screen GPS navigation scheme , Bluetooth for wireless telephone connectivity , mightiness sunroof , together with eight-speaker 'Saturn Advanced' premium good scheme amongst subwoofer. The Red Line cut down aeroplane of Saturn VUE was discontinued inward 2010 every bit the Saturn VUE ended production.
Green Line or Hybrid: The Green Line was the Hybrid version of the Saturn VUE. While non based on whatsoever item Saturn VUE cut down aeroplane (it was available amongst both the same every bit the XE and XR Saturn VUE cut down levels) , it included the next criterion equipment , like to the Saturn VUE XE trim level: Seventeen-inch all-season tires , seventeen-inch polished aluminum alloy wheels , A/M-F/M stereo amongst single-disc CD/MP3 role musician together with auxiliary good input jack , OnStar , additional chrome outside accents , 'HYBRID' door decals (2009-2010 Hybrid models , could also live deleted) , front end door 'Hybrid' emblems (2009-2010 Hybrid models) , a 2.4L Inline Four-Cylinder (I4) engine amongst electrical motor , vehicle information centre , together with color-keyed front end together with parent bumpers. Additional options included leather-trimmed seating surfaces (including mightiness front end bucket seats together with dual heated front end bucket seats) , remote vehicle starter scheme , A/M-F/M stereo amongst six-disc in-dash CD/MP3 changer together with auxiliary good input jack , a touch-screen GPS navigational radio amongst Hybrid information scheme , Bluetooth for wireless telephone connectivity , deletion of the 'HYBRID' door decals , a mightiness sunroof , XM Satellite Radio , together with eight-speaker 'Saturn Advanced' premium good scheme amongst subwoofer. In 2009 , the Green Line Saturn VUE was renamed Hybrid.
Sales
Calendar Year | United States |
2001 | 393 |
2002 | 75 ,478 |
2003 | 81 ,924 |
2004 | 86 ,957 |
2005 | 91 ,972 |
2006 | 88 ,581 |
2007 | 81 ,676 |
2008 | 84 ,767 |
2009 | 28 ,429 |
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