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Bye Bye Si
Black_RL, 12/14/2005
2006 Saturn ION Red Line 4dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl S/C 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I recently bought a RL and have been very pleased. It is rated at 205 bhp and unlike most cars that is what you will be getting at the wheels not the crank. In a straight line it will blow away a 06 Civic Si everytime. Also there are rumors that GM is releasing "Performance Upgrade" kits to boost the performance to 252 bhp and 240 lb/ft of torque.
American made
Jim Kelsey, 08/06/2006
2006 Saturn ION 2 4dr Coupe (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I researched all, drove most, chose on basis of country of originand safety. It's better than 6 of the 10 that were chosen as the "best" better quality and costs less than 7 of the 10 chosen as the best college cars. Saturn 2.2 has been named 1 of the top 10 engines mass produced anywhere! If in doubt, test one. I personally own 2 Saturns and have since the mid 90's Have yet to need a repair other than tires and such.
Problem after Problem
crpolston, 05/23/2009
2006 Saturn ION 2 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I've had this car for 3 1/2 years and unfortunately I've had nothing but problems in the past years. One is the driver side automatic window has broken twice. Once under warranty and now that it is not under warranty. Also, the check engine light has come on numerous times, stumping the dealership service guys. The MAP sensor has been replaced, the fuel pump has been replaced, the catalytic converter is now having problems, I have so many work up reports it takes up an entire file cabinent! If you want a reliable car do not pick this one.
ION review
hotrodd, 05/16/2006
2006 Saturn ION 2 4dr Coupe (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
The front seats are very comfortable and have lots of leg room. The overall design is pretty good. Rear visability is kinda poor but you work around it. At first I didn't like the gauges in the middle but now it has grown on me. You can actually see them better then on the left side. I heard Saturn might get rid of the plastic panels next year because of the gap that is needed because it expands. I personally like the dent free sides. i wasn't looking to buy a new car any time soon but decided I wanted something good on gas and this is my choice. Coming from Jeeps and pickups I am very pleased so far.
Fast
FastJ, 03/11/2006
2006 Saturn ION Red Line 4dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl S/C 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Bought my Redline two weeks ago and after spending the 1st 500 miles breaking the engine in (just to be sure), I've let 'er rip and she is fast. She'll get to 60 in 2nd gear right at about max horsepower and it's a kick in the pants moving up to 3rd. The cornering is impressive. The exterior build quality is top-notch (I can't believe the nice, solid THUNK when closing the suicide doors). The interior headliner on mine still needs work (the area near my ceiling lamp clicks annoyingly (it's held by velcro) despite a visit to the dealer to fix.) The RECARO seats are fantasic and do their job when cornering. There aren't any armrests so long trips and traffic jams might be tiring.