2008 Saturn VUE Consumer Reviews Page 8

Awesome

Written by: Tom on 03/02/2008

Vehicle

2008 Saturn VUE XE 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)

Review

Just picked up our VUE last week and so this review is based on only 7 days of driving, but so far, this is an awesome purchase! Dealer was great to work with and we have no complaints about the vehicle so far. A 6 cylinder would have been in the running when we bought if the mileage had been a bit better. However, so far, the 4 Cyl has done well in both city driving and on the highway. This is not the engine if you want to run at 200km/hr, however, if you drive properly and are not trying to win any land-speed records, this is the vehicle/engine for you! We looked at the CRV, RAV4 and CX-7 and this was definitely the best-buy of them all! What are you waiting for, go test drive one!

Favorite Features

Exterior design, OnStar system and base-level alloy wheels.

Suggested Improvements

4-Cyl at 200HP?! Otherwise, nothing. Great job GM!

1 out 2 people found this review helpful

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Happiest I have ever been with a new car

Written by: Love It! on 02/22/2008

Vehicle

2008 Saturn VUE Red Line 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

I love my Vue Red Line. Previously I had been driving an Eclipse, and had just accepted that winter driving had to be miserable. The Vue handles very well in the snow, and with the XM and heated seats, bad weather is no longer a nightmare.

Favorite Features

Remote start, heated seats, tapshift, XM radio - just about everything!

Suggested Improvements

The cupholders have turned out to be an odd size - only one of my coffee mugs fits really well. I wish for better gas mielage - although what I'm getting is not bad. Transmission downshifts at the slightest incline - I avoid this with the manual shift, but wish it was geared differently

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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Best Built GM Vehicle to date!

Written by: Maria on 02/20/2008

Vehicle

2008 Saturn VUE XR 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

I visited my local Saturn dealership to test drive the new 2008 Saturn Vue and was simply amazed! The build quality was right up there with Lexus! This Saturn is modern, stylish and a joy to drive...it is amazingly quiet! I traded in my 2004 Buick Rendevous and drove home in a Polar White Saturn XR FWD V-6 with gray leather interior. This vehicle is absolutely gorgeous!

Favorite Features

Excellent visibility, quiet engine, smooth 6-speed transmission, amber backlit intrument panel lighting, rain-sense wipers, remote start, and OnStar.

Suggested Improvements

This vehicle is just about perfect!

19 out 21 people found this review helpful

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Great redesign

Written by: glc212 on 02/18/2008

Vehicle

2008 Saturn VUE XR 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

I traded my 2003 Vue in with 95,000 mile. The 2008 is like going to a Cadillac fro a Chevy. The V6 is very responsive and it is fun to drive. I get a lot of comments on the styling and appearance.

Favorite Features

V6 power. 257 horsepower

Suggested Improvements

I wish they would stop putting crummy Bridgestones as the OEM tires.

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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My first GMC product is a hoot to drive

Written by: John on 02/17/2008

Vehicle

2008 Saturn VUE XR 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

Last new car was my wife's 2005 Honda Odyssey Touring which is still a great vehicle for its age. For a second vehicle we wanted a more compact yet versatile suv and first considered the new Honda CRV, then others before coming accross the new Saturn VUE. Never buying a GMC product before I wasn't expecting too much when we took a new V6 fwd for a demo. Its' handling and ride on both local and interstate roads was so impressive especially for such a small suv I immediately began seriously considering it. I looked at several in stock and all of their fit and finishes were flawless, their safety features were state of the art and their styling was very appealing. Still happy after four months

Favorite Features

Ride, handling, size and functionality. OnStar also a GMC plus I never had before.

Suggested Improvements

Overhead console and rear view mirror placement somewhat conflict when adjusting your rear view.

4 out 5 people found this review helpful

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I regret buying this car.

Written by: mf47960 on 02/14/2008

Vehicle

2008 Saturn VUE XE 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)

Review

Since day 1 I have had nothing but problems. The car squeaks more and more every day but upon taking it to the dealer have been told all the 2008 squeak and that is how they were designed. Well I am no looking into a lawsuit against them. Anyone else having this problem? I am beginning to think mine was a 30 day return as it had 300 miles on it and I was denied the 30 exchange policy because they gave me extra inncentives which was not disclosed to me, as at purchase they kept reminding me I had 30 days, well not when trying to exchange! Will never buy Saturn again!

Favorite Features

XM Radio and onstart standard

Suggested Improvements

The so called Squeak that was designed that way!!

15 out 24 people found this review helpful

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Dont Buy the 4cylinder if...

Written by: BummedInBoston on 02/08/2008

Vehicle

2008 Saturn VUE XE 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)

Review

Don't buy the 4 cylinder model if you drive the highway. Local driving is fine. The car accelerates and handles fine, but on the highway it plays the little engine that could every 30 seconds. It can't handle any sort of incline & in the mountains its so bad that I have sought a trade in. And the gas mileage trade off is not stellar: I only get 22MPG. also don't buy with out factory installed roof rails. Without them you can't get an ofter market system. Period. I love the style of the car. If I could get the 6cylinder I would be happy.

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

Do not sell this product with a 4cylinder

14 out 16 people found this review helpful

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Great car

Written by: Satisfied! on 02/04/2008

Vehicle

2008 Saturn VUE XE 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)

Review

I have to admit I was a little unsure when my wife said she wanted to test drive this vehicle. Boy was I surprised. This is the new design and body style based on a GM European design. Finally, GM gets it right. This looks and feels like a luxury vehicle. The steering wheels, console and doors are very modern. Most everything is standard. We have a small child and one on the way so the 5 star crash rating and airbags everywhere really sealed the deal.

Favorite Features

Large cabin and extras like XM radio free for 3 months. Our previosvehicle was over 5 years old and our insurance went up less than $20, probaly based on safety features

Suggested Improvements

None

18 out 19 people found this review helpful

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Awesome SUV!

Written by: Dianatlol on 02/01/2008

Vehicle

2008 Saturn VUE XR 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

We looked at the Mazda CX7 and the Redline the year previous we decided to check into the Vue again. We fell in love! I love the new style, I love the Retro look inside. V6 engine is the best. This SUV is a sports car in hiding! Wish they had the sunroofs available from the manufacturer, but that only means will will upgrade in 4 years!;)We love how it drives and the comfort, out beats the CX7 anyday!

Favorite Features

Tap shift, heated cloth seats, the power drivers seat, the body, the interior, basically there is nothing we do not like!

Suggested Improvements

Wish the sunroofs were available at the time, but we understand

6 out 6 people found this review helpful

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Better than a Honda,Bigger than a Subaru

Written by: Love my Saturn Vue on 01/31/2008

Vehicle

2008 Saturn VUE XE 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)

Review

I have only owned my Saturn Vue for one month, but I can tell you that I am very satisfied with my vehicle overall. As others, I researched the Honda CRV, Toyota RAV, and even the Nissan Rogue. This vehicle is much more stylish then the Honda, and the price is way better than the RAV. The Nissan Rogue had too bad of a blind spot. The Saturn has it all, looks, style, comfort, room, and the gas mileage is not too too bad. I bought the 4 cylinder and it gets me where I need to go in ample time. If I want to pass someone, I can pass someone with ease. You will love how the Saturn holds the road. My insurance went down $33/6 months compared to my 05 Toyota Corolla; Saturn crash rating better!

Favorite Features

My favorite features are the standard power windows and keyless entry. I really like that there is no seatbelt dinger. The interior has nice styling. Cupholders are sufficent. Someone wrote about them being lower, but I like that personally; before I felt as though I was hitting my cup wth elbow.

Suggested Improvements

Really nothing. Someone did their homework when they designed this one. Good Job GM! Keep up the good work.

10 out 10 people found this review helpful

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