2002 Saturn S-Series Review
Fuel Economy
26 - 29 mpg
Summary
What Edmunds.com says
Few cars on the market go 11 years without a major redesign -- the S-Series shows us why.
Pros
Advanced airbag system, dealer sales and service experience, composite dent- and rust-resistant body panels.
Cons
Poor seating position and comfort, flimsy interior materials, questionable build quality.
What's New for 2002
New aluminum 15-inch wheels and four new exterior colors are the only notable changes for 2002.
Consumer Ratings & Reviews
I just had Deja Vu
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 6 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2002 Saturn S-Series SC2 3dr Coupe (1.9L 4cyl 4A)
Review
My folks bought me a SC-2 as a 'go away to college' gift, and she lasted me a great 6 years, until i totalled her dec of 2008.Honestly the best car ive ever owned, driven, etc.She kept me safe during my accident,took me to and from college(500 miles each way),and brought me from teen to adult.I havent been able to find another, until today, which i plan on purchasing because life has been miserable without my 'baby'.Safe,Sporty,Cute,Reliable&all over fantastic car.Esp. the '02 model,they are so hard to find now since 02 was the last year they made them.Nothing else compares!
Favorite Features
Sporty steering and suspension,size
Suggested Improvements
Dont do what i did, and total it, because finding one to replace it is virtually impossible!
Great car
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2002 Saturn S-Series SL2 4dr Sedan (1.9L 4cyl 5M)
Review
We bought our 2002 SL2 a little over 2 years ago it had 60,000 when we purchased it and now its at 124,000 and aside from the 3000 oil changes we have not had to replace anything except for new brake pads and a new set of tires. It has been such a reliable car I think I am going to buy another one. Just do the regular maintenance on it and it will do you good. Like I said maintain it I can't stress that enough.
Favorite Features
Its fairly roomy, it looks nice. Great acceleration. Good gas mileage, If you want better buy a hybrid.
Suggested Improvements
not much other than move the e-brake
Worst Experience Ever!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 4 | Fun-to-Drive: | 6 | Build Quality: | 4 |
| Comfort: | 3 | Interior Design: | 4 | Reliability: | 2 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 4 | ||
Vehicle
2002 Saturn S-Series SC2 3dr Coupe (1.9L 4cyl 5M)
Review
At 53,000 miles my engine blew with no warning. All oil changes and maintenance timely. GM agreed to cover 1/2 of the engine replacement due to low miles. Called back to see if they'd pay more...area mgr called dealership and RESCINDED the offer after the repair was made. We ended up paying 1/2 of repair, but only after much wrangling w/dealership & GM. To top it off, car came home with paint scratched off door and other areas. Other defects: ignition sticks, electrical short in fog lights, wheel bearing replacement. Terrible customer service & biz practices. Last hunk of American-made junk I will ever buy.
Favorite Features
Sunroof
Suggested Improvements
Quality, reliability, customer service
MAKE IT AGAIN
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2002 Saturn S-Series SL 4dr Sedan (1.9L 4cyl 5M)
Review
Ok,Where do we start.It gets 40+ mpg on highway,cost under 12 grand new,and this was in 2002.Why stop making them.This model was the example of american car companys listing to the public and giving them what they want.One of the most under rated cars in history.Car costs almost nothing to maintain (i drive 100 miles per day) You cant kill these cars. I will keep smiling all the way to the bank in my great little blue saturn.
Favorite Features
the entire car
Suggested Improvements
START MAKING IT AGAIN
Reliability at its finest
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2002 Saturn S-Series SL 4dr Sedan (1.9L 4cyl 5M)
Review
I have had this vehicle for almost 4 years have put new tires on it and replaced breaks and rotors. other than that with regular oil changes the old girl just keeps going.
Favorite Features
no regular trips to the mechanic
Suggested Improvements
better padding in the seats
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