2007 Saturn VUE Consumer Reviews Page 7

Second Saturn

Written by: freedomsbosco on 04/16/2007

Vehicle

2007 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV (2.2L 4cyl 5M)

Review

Very smooth ride and reasonably comfy on trips, about as good as you can get for $18k. Still a saturn believer. I thought the 2.2L would be sluggish but has decent enough power for the size of vehicle. My ION had 90k miles when I traded and had the same engine and never had a problem with it, so I am glad to know GM made a good engine.

Favorite Features

Steering wheel controls are awesome. Lots of room. Plenty of pep even with 5 grown adults in it. OnStar

Suggested Improvements

The storage compartments are terrible and hard to get into.The cupholders are positioned very strangely. 3500 miles all highway and still only getting 24- 25mpg. Engine runs 3800rpm at 80mph. Maybe changing gear ratio on 5th gear

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Very happy owner

Written by: Tom on 04/12/2007

Vehicle

2007 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV (2.2L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I am 6'4" and need the fuel economy of a compact but can't get a comfortable fit in one. SUVs fit me better but typically the initial cost of ownership and fuel economy scares me away. Hello Saturn Vue. I was able to get the 5 speed, 4cyl option for 30ish mpg. The cab is roomy even for me. Power is just what you'd expect from a 4cyl but acceptable. The ride is comfortable and the handling is very responsive. The electronic power steering does take a little getting used to. I am very pleased with this vehicle and would buy again tomorrow.

Favorite Features

Styling. It is a well thought out design with controls right where you need them. Clean, not overdone.

Suggested Improvements

Just can't think of anything I would do different.

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Awesome Saturn

Written by: cookeja24 on 04/01/2007

Vehicle

2007 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Review

This is the second Saturn VUE I've owned and they are truly the best midsize SUV on the road. I can tow a 12ft utility trailer with ease and still have the ride of a luxury vehicle. They get great gas mileage and the 3.5L V-6 has more power than I know what to do with. I can't wait to see the redesigned '08 VUE that will be out this fall. I also see that GM has a 2-mode Hybrid VUE that will role out in '08 that keeps the V-6 power plant and is combined with two electric motors and gets 45% better gas mileage. I can't wait, I would by one tomorrow! GM rules!

Favorite Features

The 3.5L V-6 is a great powerplant with tons of power and great gas mileage. The interior was refined in '06 and it was a huge improvement.

Suggested Improvements

One improvemnet that was overlooked was the center armrests. They are attached to the seat and they are uncomfortable, mostly because they can't be adjusted.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Great overall package!

Written by: Phil on 03/29/2007

Vehicle

2007 Saturn VUE Green Line 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 4A)

Review

A great combination of utility and economy for the price. Excellent interior layout--very classy and comfortable. Engine is quiet and responsive, though not neck-snapping. Very transparent hybrid system--easy to forget you're driving a hybrid. We get right on the EPA average--27 in town and 32 minimum on the highway. Truly an economical and capable vehicle--and one of the few hybrids likely to yield a return on your investment. No problems to date. Check it out!

Favorite Features

Classy interior and great use of space. Excellent real-world fuel economy. Low price.

Suggested Improvements

Poorly designed armrests. No assist handles. Back seat a little low for comfort for adults.

7 out 7 people found this review helpful

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AWD V6

Written by: traffic on 03/28/2007

Vehicle

2007 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Review

The '07 Vue is a nice-looking car. Good pickup. It even seems more powerful than the V8 SUV I traded. I like the steering wheel radio controls, safer. It seems roomy enough, even though it is much smaller than my old SUV. I had to get used to it being lower than my old SUV as well as the window buttons not being on the window, but so far not a problem.

Favorite Features

Radio controls on steering wheel. Drive experience. Exterior, bumper same color. Auto lights, outside temp, DVD player

Suggested Improvements

Gas mileage! In 3 tanks I got just over 15 mpg 2X and just under 15 1X. Even with mostly city driving, that is less than the new estimates. Had those estimates been out before I bought, I would have considered 4 cyl or another car. My old SUV was AWD V8, much bigger, 10 years old, and I got 12 mpg!

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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Tickled Pink by new VUE

Written by: lovethisone on 03/27/2007

Vehicle

2007 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV (2.2L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I have only had this vehicle for 4 days and have driven it 275 miles! I can't stay out of it. This is my 3rd Saturn, the first two were the basic SL and then an Ion 2. All have been 5 speed manuals. I loved the Ion at first, it being new and all but the novelty wore off quickly. That said, my only 2 musts were a 5 speed, leather and of course A/C since I live in the south. The Vue is exceptionally roomy for a small SUV with plenty of headroom for a larger person. We are all small in my family so there is lots of room! My daughter loves the XM radio so I think we will keep it. 2 family members plan on purchasing one in the near future so Saturn must be doing something right with this one.

Favorite Features

OnStar, rear cup holders, controls in steering wheel for stereo, the storage!

Suggested Improvements

Side curtain air bags and ABS/traction control standard, which I believe will be on the 2008 model if you can wait that long.

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Buy the VUE

Written by: GoodDriving on 03/19/2007

Vehicle

2007 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Review

The 6 cyl has exceptional pick up for passing. The dashboard controls are all easily accessible for the driver. The no-dent no-rust side panels and doors should add to the resale value

Favorite Features

I love the heated seats.

Suggested Improvements

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Consider the VUE.

Written by: ITTech on 03/18/2007

Vehicle

2007 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Review

Wow, I never thought that I'd seriously consider a Vue but here I am and I love it. The Honda V6 is great and actually matches the gas mileage rating of my old car ('00 Pontiac Grand Am GT). Plenty of space for my job-related activities and for fun. The interior look, with the wood- grained panels, and clean finish makes the Vue look more expensive than it really is. Add on the GM [powertrain warranty, OnStar, and other incentives for all '07 models and this is a can't miss buy. Check it out before you give up on GM!

Favorite Features

The Honda V6, OnStar, clean interior fit and finish, and the auto-diming rear view mirror.

Suggested Improvements

Better placement of the cup holders. A rear hatch popper would be great as well.

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Pleasantly surprised

Written by: Nancy on 03/05/2007

Vehicle

2007 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Review

No one is more surprised than me that I really love my new Saturn VUE. I have never owned an SUV or a GM product before - I have always had 2- door sports cars, mostly made in Japan. I am most impressed with the power and the roominess (for a small SUV) of my VUE. I really like the way the interior looks and the comfort of the seats, as compared with many of the other SUV models I test-drove. It has a smooth, quiet ride and a lot of features and upgrades found on pricier SUVs. Plus, I couldn't beat the 0% financing. So far, I am very satified.

Favorite Features

Power, roominess, interior design/looks,comfort

Suggested Improvements

The design of the exterior, although it is nice, could be a little more stylish and youthful

5 out 5 people found this review helpful

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VUE Redline FWD 6 Cyl

Written by: flybigrc on 02/20/2007

Vehicle

2007 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Review

Just bought the Redline VUE 6 cyl. Fun to drive best power of the crossover SUVs. The Redline apparance package is great, it really dresses up the look af the VUE. Makes it stand out in a crowd of SUV clones. the 18" wheels and sport suspension provide great feel on the road. My other car is a 2004 vette so I wanted something with some power and better handling then the spongy SUVs that were out there. This is not an off road SUV but I don't do any off roading so doesn't matter to me. Great feature is the ability to fit two bikes inside of vehicle with bike rack.

Favorite Features

Ground effects, 18 inch wheels, sport suspension. Internal bike rack

Suggested Improvements

Heated seats option for Redline version.

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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