1991 Saturn S-Series Review
1991 Saturn S-Series Review
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- Coupe
- Sedan
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What’s new
General Motors launches a new division called Saturn, billed as "a different kind of car company." Intended to attract import economy car buyers, Saturn is the first automaker to use no-haggle pricing at its dealerships. The first cars to take the Saturn name will be the S-Series economy sedan and coupe. Sedans will be sold in SL, SL1, SL2 versions, while the coupe will be offered in a single SC trim level. The SL and SL1 are powered by a weak 85-horsepower four-cylinder and have black bumpers. The SL2 and SC do much better, as they get a twin-cam version of that engine good for 124 hp and have body-color bumpers. A five-speed manual transmission is standard on all models; a four-speed automatic and ABS are optional. All S-Series cars have polymer door and quarter panels, sparing them from dents and rust.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 1991 Saturn S-Series SL1 4dr Sedan and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.36 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio
$150/mo for S-Series SL1
S-Series SL1
vs
$174/mo
Avg. Compact Car
Consumer reviews
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3.88 out of 5 stars
Reliable, Nimble Car
bk314159, 09/15/2002
1991 Saturn S-Series SL2 4dr Sedan
I bought my Saturn SL2 (the 125hp twin
cam model) used and have been pleased
overall. The polymer exterior is stylish
and holds up exceptionally well to
abuse.
The drive is responsive with great
cornering and little body roll. The car
is unusually light so it has a tendency
to lose traction in snow; be careful if
you drive in northern areas.
The engine and drivetrain are … very well
made and reliable. The electronics are a
different story. These Saturns are
notorious for failing electrical
components such as starters and
alternators. These are relatively
inexpensive however so are an
inconvenience more than anything.
4.75 out of 5 stars
Why cant the new saturns be like the old
GrandAmSE119, 07/16/2002
1991 Saturn S-Series SL1 4dr Sedan
when i got this car from my parents it
had 89K now has over 150K. I still keep
it around as a second car. Although old
was a great car and still is. Only
major problem was that alternator went
out and it burns oil on hard
accelerations. Great car
4.5 out of 5 stars
Good for a cheap little car
Ian, 03/27/2010
1991 Saturn S-Series SL1 4dr Sedan
I have really enjoyed my little Saturn. I bought it with 200,000 miles on it and 5,000 miles later, it still runs strong. I used to have a 1992 Pontiac Sunbird, and this is tons better then the Pontiac was. It was definitely worth the $650 that I payed for it.
4.38 out of 5 stars
I Love my Saturn
Leonel, 11/26/2002
1991 Saturn S-Series SC 2dr Coupe
My little car is a reliable
and "smart" choice.I love your stile,
wheels, sunroof,engine with high gas
mileage, confortable leather seats adm
more.
1991 S-Series Highlights
Coupe
Engine Type | Gas |
---|---|
Combined MPG | 25 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $165/month |
Drivetrain | front wheel drive |
Safety
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver3 / 5Passenger3 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriverNot RatedPassengerNot Rated
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRolloverNot RatedDynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original0
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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