Used 2002 Saturn S-Series Sedan Consumer Reviews
Used S-Series for sale
boring car
jane smith, 09/05/2002
2002 Saturn S-Series SL2 4dr Sedan (1.9L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought SL2 automatic. Big mistake. It has no 'pick up', it takes eons for it to accelerate. It is a boring car to drive, especially on the long road trips (no cruise control). Plain Jane, and not that cheap either...
An affordable safe car
Graciela c., 09/09/2002
2002 Saturn S-Series SL1 4dr Sedan (1.9L 4cyl 5M)
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I have had this car for about 3 months and its great!! I love the service and the fact it's economical on gas. I feel safer having my baby in this car than any other one. Great safety features and warranty.
Perfect for Busy Single Girl
jraejd, 10/09/2004
2002 Saturn S-Series SL 4dr Sedan (1.9L 4cyl 5M)
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This was the first new car I purchased after college. I have possessed five other cars -- one new, others used. This base model Saturn has been the most reliable and economically efficient vehicle I have ever driven. The gas mileage is the best of any small compact car out there. I have even saved money on maintenance having it serviced at the dealership. I have been completely satisfied with my experience for over two years now.
Gas Miser
Darwin, 06/27/2008
2002 Saturn S-Series SL 4dr Sedan (1.9L 4cyl 5M)
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This is a great car for its purpose. I bought it for one thing, mileage. Sure, the plastic is cheap and the seats stink but argue with 42MPG? Stick shift is a must to get the engine's power and economy. I wouldn't want this with a slushbox. The car has 106K on it but tracks very true, no wander or pulls. Brakes are very good with almost no fade. And even with cheap, skinny tires, it handles very well with minimal body roll through the twisties. I get a few drips through the weather seals but not enough to care about. And contrary to other reviews, the A/C blows ice cold air, even at 85+ deg I can't leave it on the coldest temp or it freezes us out. Pretty amazing little car.
Check your oil!
Mo2, 06/10/2002
2002 Saturn S-Series SL2 4dr Sedan (1.9L 4cyl 5M)
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If you purchase this car, make sure you check your oil frequently. The car gobbles up oil like it's going out of style. And, if you're not careful it can lead to huge problems. I blew an engine at 88,000 miles. And yes, I did change the oil every 3,000 miles (or less). Overall, would I buy a Saturn again? If I didn't have the money to buy something better, I guess I would. It still looks good and with a brand new engine (and AC, cluth, alternator, and a few other things ) it's running like a champ. 'Course I do need to make sure I keep track of the oil.