Used 2000 Saturn S-Series Sedan Consumer Reviews
Pleasantly Surprised
We never even thought of the Saturn when we started looking for the car, but when we saw this car, it seemed to suit all of our needs, which were fuel economy, fun to drive, safe, reliable and you didn't feel that you were in an econobox. This car over the past year has proven to be all of those. The body panels are an added bonus in the northern climate in which road salt is used on the highways during winter.
1 yr old baby
we loved the exterior styling. got 25- 30mpg overall. was totaled this week --- no one was even scratched. NO DENTS!!!! going out to buy another now. best towed vehicle i've ever had
The Great PlasticMobile
My Saturn is pretty fun to drive, practical, and good on gas which is a great thing nowadays. However, over the past couple years, I've noticed that it's not as quiet and smooth as it once was. The engine rumbles when it's cold, the transmission is a bit notchier than before, and some interior pieces are becoming a bit rattly. The fact that they are predominantly hard plastic doesn't help. Saturn plastic side panels are a great idea, in theory. Unfortunately, in colder climates like where I live, the plastic hardens in the winter, so instead of rebounding, they shatter. Happened to the bottom of my bumper last winter.
I love my Saturn!
I really enjoy driving my saturn. It is economical, fun, reliable, and cute.
My SL1's
The 2000 SL1 is my third Saturn and I've not had one problem so far (knock on wood). I'm planning to purchase the new ION at the end of the year and hope that it performs as reliably as the SL1's have.