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2.63 out of 5 stars

Saturn Outlook

Kim, 03/30/2008
2008 Saturn Outlook XR 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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I wanted to write and warn anyone who is considering the Saturn Outlook that this vehicle has been a nightmare for me and my family. We have had it for 5 months and it has been in the shop for repairs 6 times in the last 6 weeks. We have had water leaking, engine light on, engine running when the keys are out of the ignition, radio coming on when we are not in the vehicle, and finally the complete lack to start. Saturn has been very difficult to deal with and we are in the process of a lemon law claim. Our vehicle has been repaired several times with after market materials and it's always returned to us in filthy condition. I strongly suggest not purchasing a Saturn Outlook.

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3.75 out of 5 stars

Lots of Problems with Sunroof

M&M, 08/24/2008
2008 Saturn Outlook XR 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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Overall owning the Outlook hasn't been too much trouble except for the sunroof leak which has been present ever since we've had it. It's been back at the dealership a total of 3 times, soon to be 4, and it's still leaking. Other than this little problem, no issues.

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3.88 out of 5 stars

nice car but it has major leaking issues

unfancynancy, 10/06/2009
2008 Saturn Outlook XR 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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I have a 2008 Saturn Outlook and recently had some major leaking problems (like having to hold a cup to catch a lot of water!) I turned the corner and my car sounded like a bucket of water sloshing from side to side. That same evening, water started leaking through all the seams in the front of my car (ie: the airbags on the side columns, the 3 buttons used for remote openers, my visor and the emergency brake area etc... ) I also had warning lights and alarms going off because there was water in my electrical system! I had the car towed to the Saturn dealership and they claimed it was a problem with the drain flaps. I don't have room for more. Check out Edmund's Forums for my full post.

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5 out of 5 stars

Cocoa Outllook - Fantastic!

Chula Vista Mom, 03/27/2008
2008 Saturn Outlook XE 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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The look and space are amazing! We also own a Saturn Wagon SW2 and Saturn was always top of our list for a new car. We considered a Vue but fell in love with the Outlook. It's drives like a dream; quite, smooth, powerful. The interior is wonderful. We chose second row captain's chairs and all the seating is very comfortable. I am nearly 6' tall and one of my son's is 6' 2" and we drove as passengers in the third row with no issues. Plenty of leg room and head room. the Captain's chairs also allow you to really stretch out if needed. Of course the engine, handling, and operation are good, we expected that, but the storage is a true revelation. We also love the DVD player; high quality & fun.

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5 out of 5 stars

Our 3rd Saturn since 2000 - we love them

Sarge-E5-USMC, 11/08/2009
2008 Saturn Outlook XR 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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Best car I have ever owned. Saturn (sorry to see them go) makes one hell of a quality car. We have had a 2000 L300 which we sold after 1 year only because my wife has a lead foot and thought she was "Mustang Sally", a 2004 VUE and now a 2008 Outlook XE w AWD C. There is really nothing bad I can say about them. We do/did not put more than 2,500 to 3,000 miles on these cars because we have another car that we use for tooling around town and use the Outlook and past Saturns for road trips. We have two dogs that require cages when we travel and there is plenty of room in the car for them and all of our luggage. Best investment I have made was buying Saturns & especially the Outlook. Great car!!

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