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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2009 Outlook, so we've included reviews for other years of the Outlook since its last redesign.
Nice looks, poor quality
jswig, 01/14/2014
2008 Saturn Outlook XR 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
31 of 33 people found this review helpful
The Outlook looks very nice. This is the reason my wife and I decided to purchase this vehicle. We didn't know they had lots of problems. Have had wheel bearings go bad at only 65,000 miles. Have leaks around the sunroof, back rotors replaced, various exterior lights not working, and now at 74000 miles the transmission is bad. This is very common with this vehicle. Buyers beware, do plenty of research first. I'm only writing this to help others out so they don't find themselves in the same situation I'm in. Go with a newer Ford or Honda --- trust me. You don't want a vehicle from a company that had to get the bailout.
Road Manners to be Proud Of
markp, 05/13/2009
2009 Saturn Outlook XR 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
22 of 23 people found this review helpful
This vehicle handles and feels more like a large upscale sports sedan than an 8 passenger SUV. If needed, there is plenty of power from the direct injection engine. The six speed transmission helps with rapid acceleration and the highway gas mileage. However, you have to have a light touch on the gas pedal to obtain decent gas mileage in stop and go driving. The interior is spacious, the seats are extremely comfortable and the sunroof and backseat skylight are a nice touch.
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great suv
patnpattiglenn@aol.c, 01/25/2010
2009 Saturn Outlook XE 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
26 of 28 people found this review helpful
I have almost had this vehicle for a year. I just love it. It drives like a dream and I get very good gas mileage on mine. I love the style and look of it. It has plenty of room and is very comfortable to drive and ride in. Wish I hadn't got the black interior because it shows everything. But other than that it is my third Saturn and like with the others, I have had a great experience.
The best of GM
AndyS, 09/06/2009
2009 Saturn Outlook XR 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
Vehicle: '09 Outlook XR AWD. We traded a '04 Toyota Camry in on this vehicle to accommodate an expanding family. Contrary to the editor's review, the transmission in the 2009 Outlook is not sluggish. Nothing about the engine or transmission is sluggish at all. The ride is smooth and extra quiet with great handling especially when you consider the size of this vehicle. In fact this vehicle seems to outperform the our old Camry in every aspect. The Outlook has all the features and modern conveniences we could possibly want. A side note, the high beams on the headlights are the brightest and most illuminating I have ever used.
2009 packs an aggressive throttle
NEWOKXR, 08/18/2009
2009 Saturn Outlook XR 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
I have read all the complaints on the 2008 models with complaints about off the line performance and reluctance to downshift. In addition to the added horsepower of the 2009s, Saturn went the absolute opposite direction for throttle and transmission calibration. It is a bit of a challenge not to chirp the tires off the line even with moderate throttle (FWD hurts here of course), and it downshifts at least one gear with the slightest provocation (really annoying on the interstate). I would rather have it set up for better economy with an available sport mode. Otherwise, we like the car at 2k miles. Best mileage tank so far is 21mpg at about 75mph, hope it improves with break-in.