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unhappy owner
saturn owner, 12/03/2010
2005 Saturn Relay 2 Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
20 of 20 people found this review helpful
We have 2 powered doors and have had nothing but problems with them. They have opened while driving 75mph down the highway and GM is refusing to fix them even though we have a 16 page detailed service report of these on going problems. Put the doors aside and the other issues we have had with this very expensive vehicle and it is a great ride. It is a very comfortable and smooth ride. But I will never buy another GM vehicle again, we were sold a lemon of a vehicle and GM just tells us too bad. Hopefully not everyone is having the same problems we are. But I would not recommend buying this vehicle to anyone. The dvd screen is way too small for the kids to see it good from in back.
2005 Saturn Relay 3, 250k miles, never been towed!
CEW CO, 10/10/2015
updated 10/13/2016
2005 Saturn Relay 3 AWD 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
27 of 28 people found this review helpful
Original owner, 250k miles Still runs great and looks great! Love this van! Never been to shop.for repairs except brakes and tires. I wish I could buy more Saturns! I owned other new Saturns Vue 2001, Vue 2006 and Ion Redline 2004 and Ion 2006. They made a great product, that still look good on the road today. All my Saturn's were great cars but the Relay 3 is my favorite little luxury liner. Everything is working order, the Chevy dealer could not believe the mileage on her at last oil change, a/c charge up, full detail looked brand new. I hope she runs forever!
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Great Minivan
dph414, 10/22/2010
2005 Saturn Relay 3 AWD 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
14 of 14 people found this review helpful
Great Minivan. Almost no problems. Fun to drive, easy to drive. Have problems occasionally with the power sliding doors, and the rear windshield wiper also stopped working. Makes a "Groaning" sound when making sharp or tight turns.
It's Been Good to Me
franmorr1966, 12/26/2010
2005 Saturn Relay 3 Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
14 of 15 people found this review helpful
This car has been reliable and comfortable. I have nearly 82,000 miles on this car and other than replacing the rear wiper motor (after warranty), the car has only needed normal wear and tear service.
Happy with my Relay
Love my Relay, 04/25/2010
2005 Saturn Relay 3 AWD 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
We purchased our Saturn with only 11000 miles on it from the dealer. It has a smooth ride and is very comfortable. My 4 kids have loved the dvd player and the option to listen to their music and play video games. It comes with a normal plug outlet, very cool! This has come in handy for video games and for vacuming the van. The only problems I have had with the Relay is with the traction stability control system (had it fixed 2X now) and I feel the rotors are cheap. My Relay shakes going down the mountain roads. I was told they have shaved the rotors as much as they can so they will need to be replaced at my next brake job.
Excellent quality love this van
CEWCORP, 06/10/2010
2005 Saturn Relay 3 AWD 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Have now over 100k miles with no problems. Excellent van that does everything right, everything is still in perfect working order and exterior and interior still looks brand new with no inside garaging. This is my 5th Saturn vehicle and I have had no problems with any of them and I have had all models. Love this car. Stuck in a southern California blizzard once and this car was the only one able to negotiate the freeway safely and did so well I felt like I was driving under normal conditions. Also, really liked the buying experience with Saturn and all the service experiences. This car was very stress free to own
Crapola from GM
62Sunbeam, 03/24/2008
2005 Saturn Relay 2 Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
Three years on I am still kicking myself for buying this horrible vehicle! I have never in all my life seen a more poorly made vehicle on the road. This includes a mid 80's Sonata. This car has been in the dealer more times than all of my precious cars combined. Faulty ABS system, Bad brakes, bad A/C, bad DVD, bad front wheel bearings, bad side doors, bad suspension, bad parking brake adjuster, bad side trim, and overall horrendous build quality. I would sell it but it has NO replacement value and I foolishly took out a loan to buy it. so it is now worth about 8 grand less than I owe. I tried to have the warranty extended as a courtesy but I was told to take a hike and with 34000 on th
DON'T BUY THIS VAN
Give the van back, 02/12/2010
2005 Saturn Relay 3 Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
This vehicle is horrible. Yes the interior is nice but the ABS and stablization controls are always broken. Sliding doors will randomly open - or they may not open at all - it's a gamble. Have to press the gas to get it started - engine has a hard time turning over. Lights flicker. Saturn will tell you this is "normal" - but it's still not acceptable. They should all be recalled and demolished.
2005 Saturn RElay AWD Don't go near one of these
Zachary, 06/22/2017
2005 Saturn Relay 3 AWD 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
8 of 10 people found this review helpful
This is the worse van on the market. GM designed this in 2005????? It reminds me of a mid 1990's Chyrsler. It's heavy, seats weigh a ton, under powered -- it's a dog with the 3.5 slow.... Forgrt about the power doors - pull fuse 21, or your batterey will drain every 2 days. The air Conditioning is terrible - with a full charge. My instrument panel looks like Christmas - abs warning - gas cap warning - service light is on - Too much to list . Oh, the gas mileage - 15 mpg overall - take out all the seats - I swear they weigh a 100 pounds each - and you will average 16 mpg. DO NOT BY A RELAY< UPLANDER< MOUNTAINER< OR THE BUICK version. I really believe GM stoped caring and went so cheap with this one. Seats wear and crack after the first year. Gm is doing well now - maybe 2008 - they almost lost the ship - woke them up.
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Great choice for this family of 6
JBM, 02/04/2006
2005 Saturn Relay 3 AWD 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Getting a Saturn Relay turned out to be one of the best moves we've made. Having four kids, we wanted to make sure we got a vehicle that would be convenient for all of us. Sometimes you don't know if it's the right vehicle until it's too late. And that can be unfortunate. as it turns out we picked the right one. The kids all have their "favorite seats" and they enjoy long rides keeping occupied by watching a movie, listening to music, or playing video games, all with the option of using dual channel wireless headphones. As far as driving goes, it handles great, I like the way the Relay sits up, it's not to high off the ground like some SUV's, it's perfect.
Would recommend
Jaymie, 07/27/2010
2005 Saturn Relay 3 Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Bought the car because we had our third child and I'm really happy with it. I enjoy driving it and it is very reliable the only time it never started was when i left the radio on (my mistake). Had to replace the hub and bearing at 75,000. It does have trouble with stalling my mechanic told me what the problem was something with the electric fuel something with aftermarket part still on the expensive side but if you give it a little gas when you start it. Yes i know it's not ideal but for what i paid for it. I guess i got one of the good ones. Look, it's not a Lincoln or Mercedes you do get what you pay for stop complaining and get a more expensive car if you want perfection.
Worst purchase of my life
neverdriveasaturn, 06/16/2009
2005 Saturn Relay 2 Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Nothing new, except proof of serious probs that should have resulted in recalls. Numerous prob with ABS and traction control systems going out--replaced sensors four times at a cost of $500+ twice(other two times were under part warranty).Had probs with rotors warping immediately after purchase, replaced at 35000 miles.Also had probs with cupping tires(on third set at 67000 miles).Warped tire rods. Auto door opener stopped working.Lever to fold 3rd broke.Depreciation!Traded this one in last week when we were upside down on the loan by $4000 because it was too costly to keep.Our cost to own this one for 3.5 yrs-over $40,000(purchase of $28000 and the rest in repairs, not incl. gas at 20mpg)
Saturn is on the move
James Petty, 02/10/2005
2005 Saturn Relay 2 Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
My wife and I have 6 kids and they enjoy the space and watching DVD's while we travel around town or on the road. We like the storage compartments in the back and over head.The power outlets that let you plug just about anything into it.
Do Your Homework
Micaela Edwards, 03/21/2005
2005 Saturn Relay 2 Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I loved my first two Saturns; a 1992 SL-2 and a 1995 Sc-1. The trouble is, the Relay isnt a Saturn in the traditional sense since its essentially the same as the Chevrolet Uplander, Pontiac Montana SV6 and the Buick Terraza. The ride is rough, handling is poor, and the acceleration is weak. I really wanted to like the Relay but its been in the shop twice for warranty repair within the first 2000 miles. The issues were; the Service Theft System warning light is constantly coming on and the engine runs rough, often hesitating. My best advice, do some homework.
2005 Saturn Relay
saha, 05/17/2008
2005 Saturn Relay 3 Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
We bought the Relay after having two other Saturns. We will never buy another. Had nothing but problems. Had it in shop for flickering lights, rear parking sensors, both automatic door motors replaced, OnStar went out, tie rods, abs sensors, back windshield wiper motor, dvd player, doens't always start, idles crazy when air is on and needed new brakes and tires all of this after one year of ownership. In shop more than out.
Awesome!
Anderson, 05/09/2008
2005 Saturn Relay 3 Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Driving this baby is like hitting the jackpot at the casino. I always get amped driving it. Love the sound of the engine. Has outlet for my kids to play their video games. The amount of space is ridicuous. It can fit a giant if you wanted.
Saturn van
wade, 02/10/2005
2005 Saturn Relay 3 Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
A good driving van. Comes loaded up on the level 3 package. The DVD player, with four cordless headphones, is a great kid pleaser. Nice American made van
I love this van
christina, 01/29/2005
2005 Saturn Relay 2 Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I love this van. I did lots of research before getting this. But it just has so much to like. We had already owned two Saturns before this so I knew what to expect. It drives great handles the road so well. Has plenty off room even in the back and doesn't have the small seats in it like the Dodge Caravan. My hubby is 6'3 and can sit in the back and be comfortable.
JUNK
YoseMom, 08/18/2008
2005 Saturn Relay 3 Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
JUNK I had been waiting for over five years for Saturn to come out with a minivan. But this is not a Saturn (and Saturn isn't the company it used to be) it is a piece of junk. Constantly in the shop. Over heats going uphills (even with the heater on full blast)Brakes unreliable, smoke going down hill even in 2nd gear, sometimes brakes don't take when coming to stop signs. Finally got the ABS light fixed $2000 later. Passenger door still doesn't close right. Makes grinding noise sometimes when starts, sometimes doesn't start at all. NOT SAFE. I wish I had never bought it. Still owe between $5000 and $10000 more than it's worth on it. Anyone heard of any class action suits with/about it yet?
Not Safe for any Family!
CS79, 11/05/2008
2005 Saturn Relay 2 Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I've had this van for 3 years and its been nothing but a headache. It was in the shop 2 days after purchase for a auto sliding door malfunction. The headlights have malfunctioned in the middle of the night on a car trip out of state. We were stranded until daylight until we could drive it to the nearest dealership, and it took them a week to fix it!!! Worst of all are the breaks. The brakes malfunction from time to time, and the ABS light comes on. I've had it in the dealership's shop 8 times just for this problem, and they won't fix it! They keep telling me they can't get an error code. All together I've had it in the shop 20 times in 3 years. Don't buy this van!
First year model
dougp26364, 04/02/2005
2005 Saturn Relay 3 Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
The Saturn view really doesn't look like a minivan which I consider a plus. There are lots of nice features on our Relay 3 which make driving it a joy. It sits up high for good view with other high profile vehicles. The biggest complaint I have after driving it 1,000 miles is the overhead rack system. It's supposed to be convenient storage but the DVD player rattles unmercifully. If it's cold outside it's almost unbearable. Either Saturn is going to have to do something to correct this oversight or they're going to have a lot of them in the shop with unhappy customers. I know ours will be in the shop until they make it stop. Otherwise it's a great vehicle.
The Relay is Definitely a Good Choice
ian07042003, 02/12/2005
2005 Saturn Relay 3 Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Our last four cars before the Relay have been Saturns. The Saturn reliability, styling, service, and price are very hard to beat. And the new Relay definitely does not disappoint in that regard.
Not your average minivan
Lisa, 04/06/2005
2005 Saturn Relay 3 Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I am not a minivan person, drove a few and said NO WAY.. then i saw the Uplander, test drove it and thought I CAN DO this! Couldn't stand the dealers, so went to Saturn to look at the Relay. It's the same vehicle with a different name & I love it. It handles well, the DVD player is a godsend with kids playdates, plus I can fit 6 other adults comfortably. I am getting used to the mileage going from a small car to the Relay, so that is to be expected. The parking assist and OnStar are two great features and being able to control the radio/DVD from the steering wheel is great. Since I got mine, I have convinced 6 other people to get one as well. All love them. This is like an SUV but better
Relay a Winner
kiwihouseusa, 04/09/2005
2005 Saturn Relay 3 Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Just returned from a 2000 mile road trip up the California Coast, over mountains, in pouring rain most of the time. The stabilitrak gave us total control at all times, whether climbing up a mountainside in the rain, or driving through the Redwood Forests and its potholes and mud while in search of Bigfoot. It is an elegant looking car, we got lots of stares. My son loves the built- in DVD player; we enjoy being able to fold down the seats at night time for the kids to sleep, and make all normal for seven people during the day. We are so pleased with this short road trip in the Relay that we have scheduled a two-week trip in June.
LEMON!!! Don't buy one of these cars
jamikey, 04/30/2008
2005 Saturn Relay 2 Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have had multiple problems with this car. My side paneling has peeled off 3 times now, the ABS system has had problems, and the remote sliding door has been replaced and the remote for it doesn't even work. That is just a few of the problems associated with the car. My latest problem is the engine blew in the car (yes, that is right!!) while in another state. They said that there was a bulletin about this potential problem, but since there hasn't been very many people with this problem, it wasn't a recall. The car has 26,000 miles on it. I have 2 children and do not feel safe driving this car. The child lock on rear door also locks on its own, trapping kids inside. Dangerous car!
The typical van
jack, 06/06/2008
2005 Saturn Relay 2 Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Before the purchase of the Relay 2, we had two Dodge Grand Caravans. This realy is heads and shoulders above those previous vans. It is comfortable, powerful, handles ok and is reliable. We once had a problem when we overfilled our gas tank, but hav had no real problems since. Now, we need brakes at 30k, but that is the only problem it has had. I hope to get seveal more years of good service out of it before it gets sacrafiiced. So far, this has been a good vehicle.
Relay 3
Matt, 04/13/2005
2005 Saturn Relay 3 Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
In the past two years we have had a Mercedes ML320 and Jaguar X-type.. We have found that our experience with our older 1999 Saturn was far and away superior. Both at the vehicle and dealer levels. We Traded in our Jaguar for the Saturn and have not looked back. We tow our other Saturn behind a motorhome and have had nothing but good luck with it. We hope to have the same with the van. The final decision factors over the Odessey were style and OnStar. The Honda had neither.
2005 Saturn realy with 300,000 miles and still goi
Bradford Wells, 10/31/2018
2005 Saturn Relay 2 Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have never owned a better vehicle, I bought it in 2006 with 13000 miles and has yet to break down. Its also been through 3 kids and still going. Perfect go to mini van. I still drive it everyday to work. Still on original alternator,engine,transmission,starter. I have only changed oil and brakes and battery. SERIOUSLY!!!
My First Saturn
My First, 07/30/2005
2005 Saturn Relay 3 Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
The Relay does not look like a minivan. That is what attracted us to this vehicle. Knowing that our family was in desperate need to replace our '02 Ford Taurus with a vehicle that would accomodate our children's active lifestyle, the Relay was the answer. Saturn's low key sales approach and excellent service reputation made this decision even easier. So far (only 7k mile)the family loves it, although I find the seats on the small side, I'm 6ft 220lbs. No mechanical problems and the engine is very responsive. It was a good purchase.
18 trips to the shop in 2 yrs.
J Robinson, 04/11/2008
2005 Saturn Relay 3 Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I've bought 2 relays. My 1st was totaled in an accident so we bought a 2nd. I've been to the shop 18 times in 2.5 yrs. I've had my rotors replaced 2x, 5 drive belts in 8 wks., 2 tensioner in 8 wks., new heater system, onstar unit, side panels, wood trim, pwr steering unit. I've had my computer reset so my headlights don't fail. My pwr doors open when driving, (with my 3 children in the back.) those are just some of the problems we've had. I've dealt w/ Saturn assistance & they offered me free oil changes to make it right. I will never buy another Saturn again. I may never buy gm b/c of this. I no longer support Saturn in anyway. They do not take care of their customers.
Don't make the same mistake we did!
Saturn Relay, 08/16/2007
2005 Saturn Relay 3 AWD 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is our 5th Saturn purchase. The battery died at 2900 miles in a gas station I am no longer welcome at. The bolts that hold the windshield wipers on were not properly tightend at the factory and came off during a rainstorm on a major interstate while I sat for 28 minutes until the state police could nudge my car off to the next ramp. Both abs chips on the brakes/hubs have been replaced within 35 days of each other, the left ball joint has been replaced, the power locks go on and off by themselves at mysterious times when your just sitting there,t he doors stick. Did I mention that it's 2 years old with 14,000 miles on it. I walk a lot..it's safer than being trapped inside or having no brakes.
Still not sure.
Kim, 11/01/2006
2005 Saturn Relay 3 AWD 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
We've had our Relay for about 16 months and I'm not as happy as I originally was. The molding on the outside is coming off and there is a grating noise everytime I accelerate. There are so many mystery noises it's almost unbearable. The door creaks everytime you touch it, as well as the clicking of the DVD player. We've loved having the DVD player, but my kids are getting as used to it as the radio and no longer is used as often. Overall, I'm just not sure the quality is there. But, I guess you get what you pay for.
Worst car ever
gallagher, 03/15/2009
2005 Saturn Relay 3 Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
It is very sad that I report on this. At first we thought it was a good and boy were we wrong. It was given to us by a friend that need us to take over payments and our credit was to bad to get one on our own. Now we are stuck with a lemon nothing but problems - bad brakes, door, tires, trim, abs brakes and the dealers has bad service and now that it is out of warranty.
Problems with start up
Jenn, 07/14/2009
2005 Saturn Relay 2 Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I love my Saturn Relay for the exception that since I bought the van if I did not push the gas peddle when I started the van then it would cut off on me. The van came with a warranty and took it to a dealership to be fixed and was told that it was the fuel pump. The replaced the fuel pump and now it is still having the same problem. Saturn has told me that it is just what "those" vans do. I will never get stranded it will always crank, it just might take several times before it starts.
Much better than a Ford!
Jen, 06/11/2005
2005 Saturn Relay 2 Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
We had a Ford Windstar (now the Freestar) and had nothing but problems. Then we got into the Relay. It has a smoother drive, quiter ride, more room, and of course all of its fancy standard options. We look forward to many long road trips with our Relay . . . Great deal for the price.
Unsatisfied first time Saturn buyer
D. Rob, 07/01/2005
2005 Saturn Relay 2 Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I purchased my Saturn Relay in May of 2005 and have had nothing but problems. The roof racked leaked, door trim fell off, it's missing a seat belt buckle, the inside trim has started to fall off, and the fuse panel will not stay closed. I bought this Relay right off of the showroom floor. I would not recommend a Saturn Relay to anybody.
Good Deal
SMED, 08/06/2005
2005 Saturn Relay 3 Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
We have spent 3 months analyzing different minivans. It has been a good environment for getting a deal. However, comfort in the front and back were most important. The Saturn Relay and the Honda Odysey were the two most comfortable. The Quest was uncomfortable, but offered the best deal. We love the Saturn. The inside looks like leather, and the trim is very nice. The outside is designed to look more like a SUV than a minivan. It is very roomy inside and I like to two captains chairs. We paid $27,500 for a Relay 3 , loaded. It handles great. The kids love the DVD. I love the rear ultrasonic sensors and my paralell parking has improved. The OnStar is pretty cool.
Impressive
Doug, 06/23/2005
2005 Saturn Relay 2 Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
The Relay is easier to drive than my old Chevy Venture. I liked how easy it was to remove all of the seats out of the Relay, and the spacious room it created to put a patio set in with room to spare.
2005 Saturn Relay
2005 Saturn Relay, 04/03/2005
2005 Saturn Relay 2 Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
The new Saturn Relay is a great choice for those that still like the idea of an SUV, but finally realize that they need a van. For the price, the Relay is a great buy and has a smooth ride. Much quieter and smoother than the Ford Freestar and Kia Sedona, and the relay has more standard features that you would be paying extra for in the Caravan, Honda Van, or Toyota Sienna. This van offers plenty of storage space while not giving up any of its comfort. I work as a valet and have parked every van that is available, and I find that for the money and the buying experience at Saturn, the Relay is a Best Buy.
Best in Class In My Opinion
Bruno, 04/12/2005
2005 Saturn Relay 3 AWD 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
I took months to test drive all the vehicles in the market for this class. I would like everyone to know that for the buck, the RELAY is the best vehicle I have ever found! Between the Safety and Reliability that Saturn is already known for, I don't think I'll ever buy anthing but a Saturn!
Make for Moms
Saturn Relay, 06/23/2006
2005 Saturn Relay 3 AWD 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
This vehicle is the best vehicle that I have ever purchased. It roomy, kid friendly, it drives like a Cadillac. It's has the room to accomodate my 3 kids with all of their sports equipment. My gas mileage is wonderful. It is a family vehicle. I compliment Saturn for producing a family vehicle at a resonable cost. I had to evacutate for Hurricane Rita with my new van. I was so pleased with the roominess and gas mileage. I had my family as well as my 87 year old grandmother with her walker and weelchair in my vehicle. I just can't say enought about my experience with the Saturn. I love it.
WOW
John Ingram, 04/06/2005
2005 Saturn Relay 3 Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
We shopped and shopped and thought Toyota and Honda would be our choice. Then we went to Saturn of Danbury in CT. The staff was amazing but even more impressive was the Relay minivan. The features and safety, combined with how we were treated made the selection a no brainer. Driving and purchasing has made me a believer again in American cars. GO SATURN!
Great Choice
Irvin & Jill, 05/05/2005
2005 Saturn Relay 2 Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
This is our 4th Saturn & 1st Minivan (although this is labeled a 'crossover'). Again, Saturn has proven - they know what they are doing. We were skeptical in purchasing a minivan, but the 'SUV' look & Minivan comfort did it for us. Affordable, dependable and we get tons of compliments. Get the Automatic door & DVD Player - it is worth it for the little ones. Great use of space front to back; comfortable seats all around. For those 'anti-minivan folks' - this is a good choice. Adults & kids alike have a great ride whether 15 mins or 5 hours. We are really pleased with our RELAY.
Great family hauler
john, 06/04/2005
2005 Saturn Relay 3 Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
On paper, and in some of these reviews, the Relay doesn't look competitive. But once you drive it, you'll see that the power is great, even at the low end. The standard features like the DVD player and OnStar are excellent. Stack that on top of the great treatment that you get from the Saturn retailer. This is a great van! My family really enjoys it.
Must have got a good one
Really Lucky, 10/22/2008
2005 Saturn Relay 2 Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Purchased 2005 Relay II new in November 2004. Car has been up and down the east coast. First long distance trip went from DE to CT and back on 3/4 of tank...impressive. As the years and miles went by notice problems. Power sliding door would automatically open when you tried to close it. Suspension problem with left bushing covered under warranty. Lastly, never resolved was the dimming dashboard that was told to be a problem with alternator. This was replaced under warranty but got progressively worse again.
Love my Van
Cynthia, 10/30/2005
2005 Saturn Relay 2 Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The sales staff was very accomdating, especially after the purchase. The ride is very smooth and comfortable. I am a previous owner of the Grand Caravan and I like my Saturn so much more. So far I am getting around 27/28 mpg on highway and 24 city. The toybox is a great separation from my young kids (little less fighting). The only problem so far is the door handle frame on my front passenger door handle keeps popping off. When it pops off, we have difficulty open the door from the inside. Very easy to clean, especially since I can lift up the caption chairs to vacuum under them. This is great for those who have young ones that drop fries, M&M's, gummy bears, etc.
Bad Choice
Latasha118, 02/06/2008
2005 Saturn Relay 3 Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is a complete lemon. Within the 1st year I had no heat. Rear and front windshield wiper motor went out. Truck will not close. Saturn had to replace my radio because when you turn to a station it goes blank. It was only 2 that would go blank but the car was brand new. Power Sliding door not working, one day I went to close the trunk . It wouldn't close at all, Saturn could not explain why. Makes blowing noises when car is off. Driver's window fell completely down. I could go on. I have 3 kids and it's nice and roomy but I'm looking to trade this lemon in. Saturn gave me free oil changes but that's no good when I'm there 1 a week. The guy at the dealership said they stop making these...
The Air Conditioning Stinks!
Scrapmetal, 01/02/2006
2005 Saturn Relay 2 Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Living in Arizona, you use a/c year round. The a/c in this platform stinks! During the summer I was unable to cool the inside below 90 degrees! We have had it checked. I could drive 50 miles at 65 mph before the cabin started to cool down to the upper 80's. I was given several reasons why this was, but each service visit am told "it is cooling just fine" because they read the center vent with side vents closed and the air temp coming out, not what it feels like! Don't buy it!
Lemon
fab, 01/23/2008
2005 Saturn Relay 3 Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I had a Vue before I got the Relay and loved it but the Relay is another story. It has been worked on by the dealer 7 times in less than 4 years. All 7 times has been for the same problems! It's not the dealer because I have been to 2 with the same results. Don't waste your money on this car and save yourself a headache.
After 6 Saturns This will be my last
Chris, 02/16/2008
2005 Saturn Relay 2 Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Where to begin,this is my 6th and last Saturn have loved every one prior to this. the doors don't close, wont stay shut haven't since the day I bought it,pop open when your driving down the road. When you disable the power doors it chimes incessantly until you either turn the powerdoor back on or remove the fuse. spent 3 weeks in the shop in the first 3 months due to electrical issues had entire interior torn out to finally find problem. Engine service light kept coming on. Front end pops and clicks when turning believe it is a ball joint issue, All plastic interior pieces keep breaking and falling off.this is the biggest piece of junk I have owned since my S-10 which made me swear of Chevy
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