2007 Saturn VUE Consumer Discussions Page 10

Saturn Vue Green Line Hybrid

Re: 2007 Saturn Vue Greenline Hybrid [stevedebi]

Written by: logic1 on Apr 05, 2006 03:56 PM

Here is a partial repost of #16 of this forum. The bottom line is that this system does not provide propulsion at all. It does releive the engine from powering an alternator, which provides a small boost in torque. We went over this earlier. According to GM, the electric engine in the Green line will provide acceleration boost and take over when one brakes to decelerate. ... Read More...

Re: 2007 Saturn Vue Greenline Hybrid [scottnewvue]

Written by: stevedebi on Apr 05, 2006 03:15 PM

"The battery in those trucks are there to use mostly electricity but the VUE system is using a smaller version of that electric system (39 volt battery I think) to help save gas and only allow limited hybrid use." Here is a partial repost of #16 of this forum. The bottom line is that this system does not provide propulsion at all. It does releive the engine from powering ... Read More...

Re: 2007 Saturn Vue Greenline Hybrid [stevedebi]

Written by: scottnewvue on Apr 05, 2006 02:16 PM

According to the folks that have tested the Hybrid VUE in real world conditions and averaging 31.9 mpg(!) this hybrid system is just a smaller version used in those larger trucks. The battery in those trucks are there to use mostly electricity but the VUE system is using a smaller version of that electric system (39 volt battery I think) to help save gas and only ... Read More...

Re: 2007 Saturn Vue Greenline Hybrid [scottnewvue]

Written by: stevedebi on Apr 05, 2006 00:53 PM

"...and GM has had this type of technology for a few years in a couple of vehicles, I am not worried." I have not heard of this technology being used on GM vehicles prior to the Vue. I think the GMC Sierra hybrid uses a more conventional hybrid system, centered on batteries. Read More...

Re: 2007 Saturn Vue Greenline Hybrid [stevedebi]

Written by: scottnewvue on Apr 05, 2006 06:33 AM

I thought about that as well, but if the tax credit will basically take care of any extra cost for the Hybrid and GM has had this type of technology for a few years in a couple of vehicles, I am not worried. Besides, that's what warranties are for PLUS Saturn has a 30 day return policy that includes my new VUE Greenline. I've had two Saturn's in the past and both were great. ... Read More...

Re: 2007 Saturn Vue Greenline Hybrid [scottnewvue]

Written by: stevedebi on Apr 04, 2006 01:15 PM

Don't expect too much in MPG savings. This is the mildest form of Hybrid. Well, maybe the GMC Sierra could be considered even "milder". Plus this is the first year for the new technology. Personally, I'd buy the Vue with the Honda V6, which is sure to be reliable and is good for around 27 MPG on the highway. Read More...

Re: 2007 Saturn Vue Greenline Hybrid [pf_flyer]

Written by: scottnewvue on Apr 04, 2006 11:45 AM

I'll be placing my order for the 2007 Saturn VUE Greenline in the next few weeks. I am terribly excited, especially with the latest update from ACEEE with an estimated $1300 tax credit and it has passed the emissions standards for the ACEEE. Check it out! I printed the listing for the latest estimates and the Hybrid VUE is on there. http://www.aceee.org/transportation/hybtaxcred.htm ... Read More...

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Re: My 2006 FWD V6 Vue [dclark2]

Written by: pisulino on Mar 02, 2006 10:22 AM

Point taken. Now, do you really know the size of the Mitsubishi conglomerate? They do everything (mining, financing/banking, food, technology, etc.) They offer the best warranty around, and they also sell solid cars. Yes, Im waiting for the 2007 outlander....a beauty. With regards to bankrupcy...what about GM?, Nissan?, lol. Also tired of the servicing ... Read More...