2008 Saturn Outlook Consumer Reviews

Love it

Written by: sjgray8 on 07/16/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

We needed a car that could carry 6 kids plus stuff and tow a boat and we didn't want a monster SUV. The Outlook is exactly what we needed. It carries all of us and our gear comfortably. Mileage isn't great, but it's not a compact and we knew it going in.

Favorite Features

Seating for 8. It really holds 8, not just 7+ We are all comfortable and there are no complaints about being cramped.

Suggested Improvements

Transmission shifting is quirky.

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Why Buy the Other Nameplates?

Written by: warrenj on 07/08/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

We looked high and low to replace our Honda Pilot this time last year. I saw the Outlook in a magazine and went to see it for myself. My wife wanted another Pilot. I wanted a larger Tahoe/SUV. (Glad we didn't go there now!) After the first year we can honestly say, it is the best automobile we have ever owned! But why would you want to pay more for the GMC/Buick sibling when they are made side by side in the same plant but are thousands more because of the name plate? I have suggested this SUV to many friends and all have six have purchased and all have great things to say.

Favorite Features

Very comfortable. Smooth, quiet ride and a joy to drive The gas mileage is better than expected. We get 20+ around town and close to 28 on the highway. Little less in the mountains. If you need the room but don't want to pay your mortgage in gas this is it! At 4.00/gallon it costs $80 to fill up.

Suggested Improvements

The only thing I would change is the gear ratios on the lower gears. Saturn fixed this on the '08 model as it had a little drag/hesitation off the line but the dealer did do a computer upgrade when we took it in for our first service which helped.

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Pleased with our choice

Written by: iresponse on 07/07/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

Shopped nearly all makes of crossovers and minivans to replace our aging Windstar, and couldn't be more pleased with our Outlook. Have not had any problems, it is a pleasure to drive, solid feeling, and very smooth on the freeway. Selected the XE with most options because we liked the interior appearance better than the XR.

Favorite Features

Sunroof, 2nd row captain's chairs, XM radio, OnStar, driving comfort

Suggested Improvements

We like it as is, keep up the good work, GM.

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AWD Worth the Wait

Written by: njrazd on 06/19/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

I also fell in love with the Enclave, but the price was more than we wanted to pay. We had to order our Saturn AWD with a 8 week delay, but it was worth it! I drive on some awful dirt roads down in Mexico and the Outlook handles very well. I do notice some reduced power going uphill, but does not affect the overall enjoyment of the ride. I'm getting 16 mph around town, which is what they advertise. I love having all the interior room and my 6' son has room to spread out in the 2nd row bench seat. And our three dogs enjoy all the room in the spacious cargo area. We're very happy with our purchase.

Favorite Features

Spacious interior, faux wood trim, panoramic sun roof, remote controlled back hatch, back up beeper, XM radio

Suggested Improvements

Some of the control buttons are way too small and it's easy to press more than one if you're not careful.

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Leaks and scratches

Written by: jwa287 on 06/05/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

Second time in 2 months we brought our Outlook in for a water leak. the first time, the rear sunroof leaked and absolutely soaked the carpets, mats, and center console in the front of the car. The second time, water was dripping from the driver's side near the side airbag hn to my wife's lap. We were told "don't park on an incline!" The back hatch door has no clearance, so it is wearing a groove into the rear bumper. We were told, "nothing we can do." The remote start didn't work for months. Plastic holding the seat belt was "razor sharp (Mechanic's words) and is cutting a groove into hard plastic interior surfaces. No more Saturns for us!

Favorite Features

Large, comfortable.

Suggested Improvements

Build quality- try again!

5 out 5 people found this review helpful

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Lots of Room

Written by: Mike on 05/14/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

Shopped really hard for crossovers to replace our aging minivan, but had trouble finding anything with as much room, until my wife fell in love with the Buick Enclave. Fortunately, our checkbook steered us to the Outlook! Much more affordable, even with leather seats and DVD. Enclave had softer ride, but lots of pricy "extras" that we really didn't need anyway. Acadia was in-between priced, but maybe even more truck-like. Our FWD Outlook has good MPG 22HWY and 20 mixed without much break-in yet. Still has good performance and power, quiet ride, transmission shifts well (not too picky here).

Favorite Features

The kids love the 2nd row bench, and there's still room for dogs behind the 3rd row. And good leg room for me at 6'2". Rear floor storage unit removable, rear seats unbolt with wrenches if needed for lots of room.

Suggested Improvements

Blue tooth compatibility, maybe a Hybrid engine in the future. Make rear seats easier to completely remove. Really not much to improve, however!

24 out 24 people found this review helpful

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Good family ride

Written by: Catrina on 05/13/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

I have only had my Outlook for a few months but love it already! We are a family of four and needed something roomy, but wanted to avoid a mini-van at all cost, we found the outlook and it is great, there is plenty of room for the kids, and the back seating is not to bad either. There is a lot of space and overall great for a family of four..or five! The only problem I have or don't like is getting to the third row seating, it's a bit hard and I wish i would have opted for the captains chairs in the second row, but over all I love it!

Favorite Features

I love the overall look of it, it's as big as a van, but looks like an SUV.

Suggested Improvements

I think it should come standard with captain's chairs in the second row..just like the minivans do. It's a bit hard to get things into the third row seating.

6 out 7 people found this review helpful

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Best Car I've Owned

Written by: Indy or Bust on 05/12/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

This is easily the best car I've owned. This vehicle handles great, is very comfortable and feels like a luxury car. We went with the Cocoa w/ black leather. Everyday we comments on this car. We can't get over how much room there is. It really does seat 8 comfortably.

Favorite Features

Handling, comfort, design and all the electronic extras

Suggested Improvements

None. GM really hit the nail on the head with this one. Nicely done!

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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What a crossover!

Written by: Mom of 2 on 04/20/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

I had been looking for another vehicle for a while, considering both new and used. I pretty much tried every crossover before chosing this one - Nissan Murano (cheap feeling car), the GMC Acadia, the Buick Enclave and last I tried the Outlook. I made the right decision. I love to drive it, it is comfortable and the options are great. The ride is smooth, the view is great from all angles and the storage is almost as much as my full size Yukon Denali I just had.

Favorite Features

The exterior look, the ride and the MP3 hookup. Plenty of space inside including the cargo area.

Suggested Improvements

I wish that the sunroof slid into the roof completely. The glass sticks out about 3 inches or so and blocks the full sun from coming in. The hesitation in exceleration is a bit difficult to deal with on the highways but it tends to have you drive slower, which is not such a bad thing!

9 out 11 people found this review helpful

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Best SUV ever

Written by: Hb on 04/18/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

Love my Outlook! It's fun to drive and looks fabulous! I was tired of the minivan, so this is perfect! My kids love the double sunroof and DVD. It is the ultimate family vehicle. Saturn service has been great. Owned the Outlook for 1 year and have had no problems. Free oil changes and tire rotation! My only complaint is the mpg. My average is about 18; however, I drive about 80 mph on the freeway 90% of the time! The premium sound thumps! Love it!

Favorite Features

Sunroof, exterior style, comfort, premium sound system

Suggested Improvements

Improve gas mileage

6 out 6 people found this review helpful

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