| Model year | 2008 |
| Make | Saturn |
| Model | Outlook |
| Style | XR 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A) |
| Base MSRP | $33,035 |
| Options on test vehicle | Florida/Texas/California Luxury Package ($3,570 ? includes power sunroof with second row skylight, 19-inch polished aluminum wheels, all-season tires, dual exhaust with chrome tips, leather first- and second-row seats, heated front seats; minus $1,000 package discount); Touchscreen Navigation with Rearview Camera System ($2,340), Entertainment System ($1,295 ? includes DVD player, two sets of headphones), Convenience Package ($870 ? includes power liftgate, rear park assist, remote start, heated washer fluid), Enhanced Convenience Package ($690 ? includes 8-way power adjustable driver seat with memory, 4-way power adjustable passenger seat with power lumbar, heated power-folding outside mirrors, turn signal, power up/down express driver window, power down express passenger window), Advanced Audio Package ($685 ? includes rear audio controls with headphone jacks, premium sound system, 115 volt power outlet), Trailering Package ($425 ? includes heavy-duty cooling system, factory-installed trailer hitch). |
| As-tested MSRP | $42,280 |
| Drive type | All-wheel drive |
| Engine type | V6 |
| Displacement (cc/cu-in) | 3,564cc (217cu-in) |
| Valvetrain | Double overhead camshaft |
| Compression ratio (x:1) | 10.2 |
| Horsepower (hp @ rpm) | 275 @ 6,600 |
| Torque (lb-ft @ rpm) | 251 @ 3,200 |
| Transmission type | 6-speed Automatic |
| Transmission and axle ratios (x:1) | Axle: 3.16:1 |
| Suspension, front | Independent, MacPherson Struts, and Stabilizer Bar |
| Suspension, rear | Independent, Multi-Link, and Stabilizer Bar |
| Steering type | Speed-proportional power steering |
| Tire brand | Goodyear |
| Tire model | Eagle RS-A |
| Tire type | All season |
| Tire size, front | P255/65R18 S |
| Tire size, rear | P255/60R19 |
| Wheel size | 19 X 7.5 |
| Wheel material | Polished alloy |
| Brakes, front | Ventilated disc |
| Brakes, rear | Ventilated disc |
| 0-45 mph (sec.) | 5.56 |
| 0-60 mph (sec.) | 8.67 |
| 0-75 mph (sec.) | 13.60 |
| 1/4-mile (sec. @ mph) | 16.55 @ 83.0 |
| 0-60 with 1 foot of rollout (sec.) | 6.6 |
| Braking, 30-0 mph (ft.) | 32 |
| 60-0 mph (ft.) | 127 |
| Slalom, 6 x 100 ft. (mph) | 60.2 |
| Skid pad, 200-ft. diameter (lateral g) | 0.76 |
| Sound level @ idle (dB) | 44.7 |
| @ Full throttle (dB) | 79.2 |
| @ 70 mph cruise (dB) | 65.3 |
| Acceleration comments | Shifts are solid and consistent at 6,700 rpm. Engine pulls hard to redline. Best runs in "D" with some brake torque at launch. |
| Braking rating | Average |
| Braking comments | Decent brake feel and response. Some fade noticeable, but not obtrusive. Distance OK. |
| Handling rating | Good |
| Handling comments | Skid pad: Adequate steering feel and response. Doesn't feel as large/heavy as it is. Slalom: Acceptable limits for electronic interference?which can't be turned off. Otherwise, this is a well-mannered, predictable and easy-to-drive crossover. |
| Elevation (ft.) | 1,121 |
| Temperature (°F) | N/A |
| Wind (mph, direction) | N/A |
| EPA fuel economy (mpg) | 16 City/22 Highway |
| Edmunds observed (mpg) | 16.4 |
| Fuel tank capacity (U.S. gal.) | 22 |
| Curb weight, mfr. claim (lbs.) | 4,936 |
| Curb weight, as tested (lbs.) | 5,067 |
| Weight distribution, as tested, f/r (%) | 54.99/45.01 |
| Length (in.) | 200.7 |
| Width (in.) | 78.2 |
| Height (in.) | 72.8 |
| Wheelbase (in.) | 118.9 |
| Track, front (in.) | 67.1 |
| Track, rear (in.) | 67.1 |
| Turning circle (ft.) | 40.4 |
| Legroom, front (in.) | 41.3 |
| Legroom, rear (in.) | 36.9 |
| Legroom, 3rd row (in.) | 33.2 |
| Headroom, front (in.) | 40.4 |
| Headroom, rear (in.) | 39.3 |
| Headroom, 3rd row (in.) | 38.4 |
| Shoulder room, front (in.) | 61.9 |
| Shoulder room, rear (in.) | 61.1 |
| Shoulder room, 3rd row (in.) | 57.8 |
| Seating capacity | 8 |
| Cargo volume (cu-ft) | 19.7 |
| Max. cargo volume, seats folded (cu-ft) | 117.0 |
| Bumper-to-bumper | 3 years/36,000 miles |
| Powertrain | 5 years/100,000 miles |
| Corrosion | 6 years/100,000 miles |
| Roadside assistance | 5 years/100,000 miles |
| Free scheduled maintenance | Not available |
| Front airbags | Standard |
| Side airbags | Standard dual front |
| Head airbags | Standard front, rear and third row |
| Knee airbags | Not Available |
| Antilock brakes | 4-wheel ABS |
| Electronic brake enhancements | Electronic brakeforce distribution |
| Traction control | Standard |
| Stability control | Standard |
| Rollover protection | Standard |
| Tire-pressure monitoring system | Tire-pressure monitoring |
| Emergency assistance system | Not Available |
| NHTSA crash test, driver | 5 stars |
| NHTSA crash test, passenger | 5 stars |
| NHTSA crash test, side front | 5 stars |
| NHTSA crash test, side rear | 5 stars |
| NHTSA rollover resistance | 4 stars |
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