Used 2003 Saturn ION 2 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M) Consumer Reviews
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A Fun, Safe Car
Mark Howard, 03/28/2003
Saturn ION 2 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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I purchased an Ion in January. The car handles well, I really enjoy the placement of the speedometer. The car has a personality and distinctiveness that is very rare to find in a car these days. I own a 5-Speed manual and average around 32 miles to the gallon around town. The car is also safe. Passengers are often amazed at the leg room that is available. I also feel like the dealership has done a great job seeking to satisfy me. The only setback is that there was a problem with the running lights, however, the dealership has been great in dealing with this problem.
3 days with ION
cdavidhess, 02/09/2003
Saturn ION 2 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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The ION is frisky and fun to drive. The ride is very composed---even at 80 mph. I achieved 30 mpg on my first tank of gas (half were highway miles). I was initially put off by the interior, particularly the center mounted instrument panel. It took me about 5 minutes to get used to it. I visited the Syracuse Auto Show yesterday and sat in a lot of cars. I was struck by the fact that I found myself thinking over and over again: This cars instrument panel is really strange. It is hidden behind the steering wheel. I actually find myself preferring the center mounted instrument panel. It gives you a clear view and is kind of funky.
Saturn ION is awful
Tim, 02/19/2006
Saturn ION 2 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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Well my car is great......oh wait I have an ION. Let's see, the blinker went when I first got it. Also the little thing called the valve body inside the transmission went bad. Oh you ask what is a valve body? It's the little thing that helps the transmission shift properly. Brain of the tranny. I've had the valve body looked at 6 times since I've had it. At first it was fun going back to the dealership but now it's not so fun. Also, at 50 grand the left axle went which is ok seeing how the warranty covered it. The lack of testing with this new transmission was evident and I believe they should have sticked with the 4 spd automatic. I won't buy another and the Trade value is AWFUL!
Worth a Look
Tom, 05/02/2007
Saturn ION 2 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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I just rolled my '03 Ion to 78,000 miles. It's been no better or worse than any other car I've owned. The only non-scheduled maintenence issues I've encountered were a bad tire, but you can't blame that on Saturn. Also, my auto transmission had a shift flare issue which the dealership fixed under warranty by replacing the valve body. Lastly, I had my left front wheel bearing go bad around 50,000. I don't know how people who have reviewed this car drive to get their poor gas mileage, but I've been very satisfied with mine. I get 22-25mpg city, and 34-36mpg highway. Note that I do use a K&N air filter.
Bang for the Buck
jjames, 02/16/2003
Saturn ION 2 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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We just bought a new ION to replace the my daughter's SL1. (the SL1 provided 48,000 miles of economical and maintenance free driving). The ION has nice design; the composite panels are the best choice for a vehicle that will be parked streetside; and Saturn's economical performance is hard to beat. We were pleasantly surprised with the quiet and smooth ride performance of the ION. At 70 mph is almost comparable to my 2002 A4. The added HP and torque makes the ION a well-rounded vehicle for fun, comfort and economy. I have to question the professional reviews I've read as being biased and under-rating of the Saturn.