2005 Saturn Relay Review
Price Estimate: $1,540 - $2,447





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Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Smooth ride and handling, lots of nifty interior storage spaces, innovative multimedia storage system, available all-wheel drive.
Cons
- Engine power and refinement not up to class leaders, no side curtain airbags.
What’s new
The Relay is an all-new "crossover sport van." Think of it as a minivan with an SUV-like front end.
Edmunds says
Though the Relay features a slick interior and distinctive styling, it doesn't have the on-road finesse of its minivan competitors.
For sale near Columbus, OH
6 listings
- 120,429 miles
- 1 accident, 3 owners, personal use only
- 7 Seats, 16 City / 23 Hwy MPG
- Oaks Automotive (101 mi away)
- Third-row seating
- Rear Bench Seats
- Rear Entertainment S...
- Fold Flat Rear Seats
- 3500lb Towing Capaci...
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Located in Cincinnati, OH
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
18 Combined MPG (16 City/23 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 5GZDV03L95D224519
Stock: J224519
Certified Pre-Owned: No- 204,314 miles
- No accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
- 7 Seats, 16 City / 23 Hwy MPG
- Moeh Automotive (209 mi away)
- Third-row seating
- Rear Bench Seats
- Rear Entertainment S...
- Fold Flat Rear Seats
- 3500lb Towing Capaci...
Close
Located in Lansing, MI
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
18 Combined MPG (16 City/23 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 5GZDV03LX5D195418
Stock: M202507150
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio
$192/mo for Relay 2
Relay 2
vs
$199/mo
Avg. Midsize Minivan
Saturn Relay Owner Reviews
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3 out of 5 starssaturn owner, 12/03/2010
2005 Saturn Relay 2 Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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!
5 out of 5 starsCEW CO, 10/10/2015
2005 Saturn Relay 3 AWD 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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!
Great Minivan
4.25 out of 5 starsdph414, 10/22/2010
2005 Saturn Relay 3 AWD 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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
4 out of 5 starsfranmorr1966, 12/26/2010
2005 Saturn Relay 3 Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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.
2005 Relay Highlights
2
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $23,770 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 18 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $192/month |
Seating | 7 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 32.3 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | front wheel drive |
Warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
Safety
Key safety features on the Relay include:
- Post-collision safety system
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver5 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriver4 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRolloverNot RatedDynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalGood
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintPoor
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