2006 Saturn VUE Consumer Reviews
Fuel Economy
19 - 23 mpg
Recent Consumer Reviews
(185 Total Reviews)
Couldn't be happier!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2006 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
I had to buy an SUV because I own 2 dogs and I had just totaled my 2006 Saturn Ion. I am very happy with Saturn's customer service. The Vue has a lot of power and it accelerates very quickly. Mine is fully loaded with leather and heated seats, so the they are a lot more comfortable than the Ion seats. It rides very smooth, and it sits up high. Gas mileage is great, considering it has a V6 and as much horsepower as a Honda Ridgeline.
Favorite Features
Leather and heated seats, sunroof, premium sound, bag separator in the back, OnStar,
Suggested Improvements
It's not a new car, so no need to put Improvements
Pleasant Surprises!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2006 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
Review
Surprised performance and reliability. Didn't even want to look at the car when searching, but tried it and fell in love. Much like any car, it had a few issues, RT strut tower clunking, dealer fixed. At 49K torque converter went out, dealer fixed. Now I have annoying squeeking noises from tire areas. Volume down button on steering wheel changes channel, not sound. Road and wind noise from frt passenger door. Replaced tires rather quickly..less than 20K miles. Overall, love the performance and the look. Like it way better than 2005 models. Had some flaws, but great car. Dealer great at covering warranty issues. I love the car. First car I bought brand new and will run it to the ground.
Favorite Features
Partial leather seats, gas milage 22- 24mpg mixed city/highway driving. Power- love it! Fold away storage crate in back. Spacious. Hidden compartment under cup holder.
Suggested Improvements
Better struts and braking mechanisims. 4 Wheel drive option, not AWD. Better sealing around doors and windows. Better factory tires.
Nice all around car, but needs tweaking
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 7 | Build Quality: | 5 |
| Comfort: | 6 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2006 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
I bought the VUE with the following critera - better gas mileage than most small SUVs, room for my family and our stuff, and fun to drive. I'd say that all in all, it meets those requirements. I generally get 24-25 mpg, with roughly 70% highway and 30% city driving. There's plenty of room, and it's not a bad drive. If you're looking for a car-like ride though, it's not for you. It rides more like a truck. I am a bit disappointed in the overall interior - it looks relatively cheap and plastic-y. The larger disappointment is that there is a LOT of road noise apparent in the cabin. I never thought that feature of a car would bother me like it does. I'll definitely know better next time
Favorite Features
Gas mileage Interior space MP3/Ipod compatible
Suggested Improvements
Tighter exterior/less road noise Higher quality interior
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
Depends on what you're used to
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 6 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 6 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2006 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
I had previously driven a van for three years and still haven't got used to the rough ride in the VUE. I wouldn't say it's a bad vehicle. It looks sharp, and gets decent gas mileage--but could be better (ony about 20 mpg) It has the same amount of seating as a car, but I do like the storage behind the back seats. It seems to run great, no problems there. Just can't get used to that rough ride, will probably trade in soon on something smoother.
Favorite Features
Sharp looking vehicle!
Suggested Improvements
Sound system is one of the worst I've had, better gas mileage, smoother ride, that wind noise is crazy loud.
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
What happened to Saturn
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 7 | Build Quality: | 4 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 3 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2006 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
My 2nd Saturn, had an SL1 for 7 years with only a problem in the 6th year. The shift line to the transmission broke. My Vue, which I generally like has now made it the the shop for the same problem in 2 years. I bought it new in Dec 2005 and a year later I was leaving work in a blizzard and tried to start my car and it turned over once and then nothing. They said it was electrical or something to do with the battery, but it just happened to me again the other night in 10 degree whether in Huntsvill, AL. They have no idea what to do to fix it. I have other issues, like it feels like when driving on a hwy the wind is going to rip my doors off and the heat is gone in the driver seat.
Favorite Features
Dealer installed sun roof and cargo space.
Suggested Improvements
Fix the issue with the noise!
6 out 7 people found this review helpful
Could be better, my 2nd VUE and my last
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 5 | Fun-to-Drive: | 4 | Build Quality: | 6 |
| Comfort: | 6 | Interior Design: | 5 | Reliability: | 3 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 7 | ||
Vehicle
2006 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
Review
I actually had another VUE before I bought this one. The old one was a 2004/man.transmission. 4cyl. engine. I liked it more, but it was totaled in an accident at someone else's fault. I survived at least 6 full tumbles down an embankment--I credit the safety features of the VUE. After that experience I only felt safe buying another one. New one is a 2006. Things randomly fall off--hubcap, side door panel. Had to pay to be replaced. Interior stains easily-- wish I had gone for the leather, instead. Buttons on the steering wheel randomly stick (despite detailing/cleaning) and things go haywire. If I could go back, I'd get the V6, the leather, and the AWD. Don't get the basic model.
Favorite Features
XM radio. OnStar. Trunk organizer. Center console has great convenience features. Comfortably designed seats--they sit well for long trips.
Suggested Improvements
Cheaply made plastic hubcaps that fall off on the interstate-- get the alloy wheels and stick with it! Better interior fabric that does not stain so easily.
5 out 5 people found this review helpful
2006 Vue v-6
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 7 | Build Quality: | 4 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 6 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 6 | ||
Vehicle
2006 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
I have to say after 3 years Im a bit disappointed to see rust bubbling through the paint on the rear hatch. I'm even more disappointed that Saturn won't warrantee the rust till there is a hole that your finger will fit through (by that time 6/100000 warranty will have most likely expired). The interior fit and finish is better than years past but still a bit play schoolish. The best part of this car is the Honda powerplant -250 hp /32 mpg highway.
Favorite Features
Extremely peppy V-6 yet very fuel efficient. Love the heated sets
Suggested Improvements
Better warranty
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
Very good car
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2006 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
Review
Purchased car new a year ago. First American car purchase. This is an excellant car. 06 buyers lucked out as Saturn put many upgraded features in it. Almost a completely different car than previous models. Car is easy to drive, quiet inside and fairly comfortable. I am glad I bought it. No problems to date.
Favorite Features
Ride, XM radio, leather seats, sunroof
Suggested Improvements
A bit more power from the 2.2 engine
7 out 7 people found this review helpful
Red Line Great Car So Far
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2006 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
Bought it with 26000 miles on it as a 2 year lease return. I was reluctant to get a V6, but when I found out that Honda made the engine that was put into the Red Line, I made the leap and bought it. Mileage is not bad, but could be better- but not as bad as I thought it might have been. I average about 23-26. Great looking leather, and lots of power and torque. Glad I got it, now I can tow!
Favorite Features
Powerful engine, leather/heated seats, Honda engine (very quiet engine, I have got compliments), looks nice
Suggested Improvements
More back seat room, and the back seats should be able to go back and forth to adjust for seat comfort.
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
good so far
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2006 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
Review
I bought this car new a year ago. It's the 2.2 engine. Leather seats and sunroof. So far this has been a great car. I have 22,000 miles on it. I know others think that it is load inside, I actually don't. The car handles well and gets good gas mileage. I think that 06 Saturn was the best small SUV on the market at the time. The 06 had a make over both inside and out. I think it looks much better than the earlier models. I drove them all and settled on the Saturn. I really enjoy it
Favorite Features
Leather seats, XM radio, handling
Suggested Improvements
Wish I had purchased an automatic
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
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