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Used 2006 Saturn ION Coupe Consumer Reviews

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Bubba, 01/08/2006
2006 Saturn ION 3 4dr Coupe (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
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My original choice was not the Saturn but after an intensive month of shopping and visiting the dealers I was disgusted with other dealers sales tactics, and decided to give the Ion a look. The Ion 3 with the 170hp, 2.4L engine in my opinion compares to the Mazda6. There are no dealer games and they got me awesome GMAC financing. This is the first time I feel like I got an absolute steal on a car purchase. The only thing that needed getting used to was the console that is in the center of the dashboard. But if you shop Saturn you get a big bang for the buck and no sleazy dealer tricks.

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5 out of 5 stars

Great car, not many gripes

Damn straight!!, 05/24/2007
2006 Saturn ION 2 4dr Coupe (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought this car after much research, and I am not disappointed. I get 40 MPG HWY and 24 city with the AC on! The rear legroom needs work, but otherwise the car is above par for the class, you have to think, you're buying a compact. Overall it's a big little car, you can fit 2 bikes inside with the rear seats folded down. Some people complain about engine noise being too loud, but for a 5 speed, I'd like to hear the car every now and then. Somethings I wish I had are the options that come standard in the 3 with the performance package.

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3.13 out of 5 stars

Disappointed soon after purchase

SaturnDriver, 04/20/2009
2006 Saturn ION 3 4dr Coupe (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
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I purchased this vehicle to remain a domestic car driver and enjoyed the hassle-free purchase at a decent cost. Since then, I've continually been disappointed by a brand that used to be so strong. Most recent issues that has caused me to post this review is the failure and consequent $1000 cost to repair my power steering. I have learned that hundreds of 2006 Saturn Ion owners have had the same issue and hope any who read this will lodge complaint in order to encourage official recall (and reimbursement for cost of your repair).

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4.75 out of 5 stars

A-Ok

Saturn ION, 03/10/2006
2006 Saturn ION 2 4dr Coupe (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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I owned a Saturn before and loved it. I hated trading it away but I got the bug to buy and couldn't think of anything to buy except another Saturn. The service is excellent and the quality of their vehicles are tops.

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4.25 out of 5 stars

No problems

Rob D, 04/21/2006
2006 Saturn ION 3 4dr Coupe (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
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First off, the engine is a joy to drive once it gets broken in (about 3000 miles). Gas mileage is excellent, and amazingly efficient if you can keep your highway driving under 2500 revs (about 60mph). Most of what has been mentioned in other reviews is accurate, except for those calling the car a lemon. I haven't had any problems with the service departments. I'm 6' 4" and fit comportably - can't say that about Mazdas and Toyotas that I've sat in.

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