Used 2005 Saturn L300 Sedan Consumer Reviews
I will always buy a Saturn
This is my second Saturn L series, I had an 2003 L200, but the L200 doesn't compare to the L300 V6. Big difference in fuel economy. I get better gas mileage on the interstate with the V6 than the 4 cyl. I have never had a problem with my Saturn's and will always own one.
Girlfriends
This car is an acceptable midsize vehicle. The 3L engine keeps it moving. Car was quite comfortable on a 200 mile trip. Gas mileage (26 mph on the trip) could probably be better. The black paint shows swirls, and even though the dealership buffed it out, they reappeared.
- Base SedanMSRP: $4,500597 mi away
- Base SedanMSRP: $4,995738 mi away
- Base SedanMSRP: $3,9951,242 mi away
Saturn L300
My Saturn has been absolutely reliable from day one. Its styling, and fit and finish (especially the paint finish) evoke frequent compliments.The Saturn dealership's treatment is always warm and personal . This is my second Saturn. Previously I had a 2001 SC2 model, which I would also rate a 9+ for overall satisfaction. Our L300 is never in need of repair or even adjustment. Pre-service was faultless. The power(V6),transmission 4-speed automatic, handling and braking, traction control, and side curtains make it fun and safe to drive. Especially bad weather in our area has tested every vehicle on the road. The auto club guy stated he has never towed a Saturn.
Bad Warranty response
My L300 burns oil at start-up like a bug fogger and after 3 month. the dip stick showed no oil. It took 3.25 quarts to bring in to full on the stick and this was the second trip to the dealer for the same problem. The dealer agrees that it is burning oil badly, but they and Saturn want me to bring it back every 500 miles for an oil consuption test. I asked why the volume was an issue instead of the problem. Saturn requires this test was the answer. A new 2005 L300 bug defogger is what I got and no one will fix the problem.
I love my Saturn!
This is my second Saturn, both in the L series. My son-in-law now owns one and my daughter just bought a Relay. What can I say, we love them! And just as important, if not more so - the sales and service department treat me like a consumer rather than a woman. I got so tired of sales people asking if "my husband" needed to be consulted about the purchase of the automobile, or the service department looking at me funny as I described my concern as a series of sounds. Neither of these things has ever been the case at Saturn, and that alone will at least keep me coming back for this product.