2008 Saturn Outlook Consumer Reviews Page 4

2008 Outlook Beats Buck and Arcadia

Written by: Don G on 02/27/2008

Vehicle

2008 Saturn Outlook XR 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

Evene before we purchased our 2008 Outlook XR AWD we first saw it at the Maine Mall. Now that we have poruchased we made the right choice this is a great crossover SUV. It meets our needs and we do a number of trips to Massachusetts. We enjoy everyhting about the Outlook

Favorite Features

We love the sound system and the saftey features. Driving the Oulook is pure pleasure.

Suggested Improvements

The only sugesstion we have right now is that they need to add a CD holder inside the the compartment under the front console.

5 out 7 people found this review helpful

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If not for the fuel economy and the snow

Written by: Marco2068 on 02/23/2008

Vehicle

2008 Saturn Outlook XR 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

We bought this car for the advertized fuel economy and to buy American. I alway buy AWD, but thought FWD would be fine and thought mild increase in fuel economy would be good. Wrong!This car can't get out of it's own way in the snow. It's so heavy in the rear there is no weight on the front tires. Forget about pulling onto a street after a snowstorm. The MPG is 15.5 at best. You can get near the 24 on the highway if you don't exceed 65 MPH. All in all, 15.5 is not 16-24 that they advertize. I am a sad consumer when 2 of the three reasons I bought it were a fraud.

Favorite Features

Great ride, nice amenities, comfortable seats, rearview camera and power liftgate are great. The Navigation system is top notch. Great space for the family.

Suggested Improvements

Better fuel economy and and don't sell the FWD in the Northeast without a warning.

10 out 11 people found this review helpful

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I am in love with my Outlook

Written by: Bar10Jen on 02/22/2008

Vehicle

2008 Saturn Outlook XR 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

I love everything about my XR. It is sweet to look at, it is even sweeter to drive. The sunroof and moonroof combination are a dream. Navigation system rocks. The auto-start is great with the heated seats being fired up when it is cold and the a/c being blasted when it is hot. Remote opening of the back hatch is very handy, pop it then pick up what you are loading and load it with ease. Captain seats in the 2nd row is a great idea, I tote a lot of stuff and people. I have put over 10,000 miles on it since October and I love road trips in it. I have tried out every channel on my XM and I love the fact that the radio downloads local radio stations so I don't have to search the airways.

Favorite Features

The seat comfort,ride,exterior pizzaz, OnStar, XM, navigation system, the mobility of all the seats, auto start, remote hatch opening, the size and it is a Saturn which is now my favorite Company.

Suggested Improvements

If the gas mileage could be improved that woud be great, however I think it is pretty close to perfect in an over all sense. No complaints after 10,000 plus miles!

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Best SUV Ever!

Written by: dawn143 on 02/15/2008

Vehicle

2008 Saturn Outlook XR 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

This is the best car I have ever owned and its a Saturn! I just came out of a loaded 2006 Range Rover HSE and I would have never even thought about a Saturn Outlook XR AWD but after test driving it, I fell in love with everything about it. It is so roomy inside, the styling is very up to date and it drives with so little effort. It doesn't look big from the outside, the profile is very low but don't let that deceive you, inside is spacious with room for 7. Its a little sluggish off the line but if you downshift you make up for that. My only complaint are the doors, they tend to close on their own after opening them, tough with kids but you over look it. A must buy!

Favorite Features

Roomy seats, captain seats in the back, power lift gage, steering wheel controls, remote start, wood grain finish on the dash, stitching details on the leather, leg room in the front and back.

Suggested Improvements

The transmission needs a little more tweaking, it downshifts too soon. The doors need to stay open, redesign the hinge that keeps them open.

21 out 24 people found this review helpful

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Disappointment in Fuel Economy

Written by: Dan on 02/12/2008

Vehicle

2008 Saturn Outlook XR 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

I recently purchased my Outlook in. I thought I was ahead of the game by purchasing an Outlook instead of the Toyota Sienna. My number one reason for purchasing the Outlook was the advertised fuel economy. I thought it was too good to be true and I was right. I have exactly 2,596 miles on the vehicle. I use the cruise control religously on the freeway with just myself in the vehicle going at the speed of 65mph and I can never get better than 20mpg. I also had the time to test the outlook driving in the city until I had to get gas with just myself in the vehicle at all times and the best mileage I got was 13 mpg. I am so unhappy. Next time I will rent a car before I purchase.

Favorite Features

OnStar. Great leg room in the third row for real adults. Drives like a sedan. Second moon roof. Everything is computerized and is controlled by the driver.

Suggested Improvements

Needs better gas mileage! Transmission is slow when acelleration of power is needed.

29 out 32 people found this review helpful

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Large SUV that we really needed

Written by: Vigla on 02/07/2008

Vehicle

2008 Saturn Outlook XE 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

I have to say I was upset that GM gave up on minivans. Their latest batch were pathetically ugly and I was looking forward to them replacing them. Then we were told no more minivans from GM. They were being replaced by the Outlook, Acadia, and Enclave. Not only that, but the price on these goes up 5K over the price of a minivan! Reluctantly, I went to check out the Outlook and Acadia and I was plesantly surprised by the quality and design. My wife liked them very much too. Since we have 3 kids under 4 years old we needed the room, so I bit the bullet and bought the Outlook XE. I don't regret my decision at all.

Favorite Features

Ride and handling are great! Looks are nice too, we got midnight blue. I know gas mileage will improve over time because it takes a while for the car's computer to get used to the driver's habits and shift the way you like. I know I've seen comments complaining about the mileage.

Suggested Improvements

I have the 8 seat version. Putting 3 car seats into it is going to be tricky because we need access to the 3rd row and I don't want to have to remove the car seats anytime someone wants to sit in the back. I'll have to figure that one out.

5 out 8 people found this review helpful

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Yes, It's Really a Saturn!

Written by: tabjaxx on 02/05/2008

Vehicle

2008 Saturn Outlook XR 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

Test drove GMC Acadia, Mazda CX-9, Chrysler Pacifica, bought a 2008 Outlook XR FWD. The Acadia didn't ride as nice as the Outlook and had a few rattles to it. One practically melts into the Outlook's leather seats. Nice leg room in 2nd row. The ride is smooth, but can be rather stiff over bumps. It is quiet--you can hardly tell the engine is running; road noise is minimal. The interior is handsomely designed and the amber lighting over the front seat console is a nice touch. Impressive fit and finish. Engine power is adequate, although it is not the quickest out of the gate. Transmission is smooth but is hesitant to downshift. Not bad gas mileage (18 cty, 21 hwy). Nice vehicle. Good job GM!

Favorite Features

Nice exterior styling, XM radio and OnStar, power liftgate, remote start, variable effort power steering, HID headlamps, rear parking sensors, steering wheel audio controls, 2nd row passenger leg room, ample cargo area.

Suggested Improvements

Driver and passenger side mirrors could be larger, increase engine size or adjust transmission for a little more pickup (although I will sacrifice some performance for what I consider decent gas mileage for a crossover this size), larger and more conveniently placed driver control buttons.

22 out 23 people found this review helpful

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Poor remote start

Written by: rfrieden on 01/27/2008

Vehicle

2008 Saturn Outlook XR 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

We've had the Outlook for less than one month. I love driving it! (I traded in a minivan.) I had to have brake and windshield wiper fluid added already but I think it is because the levels weren't checked when I bought the SUV. It is fun to zip around in and feels so much sportier than my minivan. No longer a minivan driver, forever a soccer mom!

Favorite Features

Love the heated wiper fluid! Love the spaciousness (2 adults,2 teenage boys and a daughter fit comfortably). I really like OnStar, XM radio, & the automatic tailgate. It drives very smooth.

Suggested Improvements

I am extremely dissapointed in the auto start. I had one installed on my last two vehicles and they were much better. I may as well get in the SUV by the time I get close enough to start it. A big sluggish especially on hills, not the best gas mileage (didn't expect it)& little loader than I wanted

11 out 12 people found this review helpful

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Great road car

Written by: DJW on 01/25/2008

Vehicle

2008 Saturn Outlook XR 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

Just made a 2500 mile trip and it was a pleasure to drive. I averaged 22MPG for the whole trip and it didn't tire my 68 year old body. This is the best car I have ever owned and should last me for all time. I had thought to get the navigation package but the OnStar is does the job as well.

Favorite Features

I love the comfort, OnStar and the ride. Looks great inside and out.

Suggested Improvements

Wish the all weather floor mats weren't so overpriced.

6 out 7 people found this review helpful

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Wow!

Written by: tlongmoble on 01/23/2008

Vehicle

2008 Saturn Outlook XE 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

I have had my Outlook for over a week now and can't say enough about it! It drives smooth and is powerful on the road. Can't wait to wake up tomorrow for the drive to work!

Favorite Features

Power, the super smooth ride and the looks.

Suggested Improvements

Plastic on the seat backs looks cheap.

9 out 10 people found this review helpful

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