Used 2002 Saturn S-Series Sedan Consumer Reviews
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Great small car
steiny96, 01/19/2013
2002 Saturn S-Series SL2 4dr Sedan (1.9L 4cyl 5M)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
This is the ultimate second car to own. It looks innocent, pedestrian. The interior is satisfying but not a luxury experience. The seats are supporting but not completely comfortable. But, underneath this boring appearance is a great ride. The steering is weighted perfect--just point and steer. The engine groans when pushed, but is surprisingly quick. And the 5-speed is smooth and a joy to use. Add to that a very reliable engine, rust proof exterior and 35 to 40 MPG, and you get a car that makes the drive to work quick, reliable and cheap. It isn't a Honda, it isn't a Porsche and it isn't a Buick. It's a Saturn. And for the money, you can't buy this much fun from any of those brands.
2002 Saturn SL1
dthyrunner14, 10/13/2012
2002 Saturn S-Series SL1 4dr Sedan (1.9L 4cyl 5M)
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
Bought this car new in '02. Low mileage first 2 1/2 years due to college, except for a spring break trip from Ohio to Texas. Performed wonderfully entire trip. Currently at 125,00. Have only started having trouble with it last 3 years or so. Ignition went bad, actually had to be replaced TWICE, but 2nd time was probably due to the fact that dealer did not tell me to get a new key made after the first replacement. Around 120,000, catalytic converter was to be replaced. Muffler also shakes and has been difficult to fix, but the fiance tries. :)
It's a Happy Day!
Robert Fuller, 11/20/2016
updated 11/22/2019
2002 Saturn S-Series SL2 4dr Sedan (1.9L 4cyl 4A)
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
This car is comfortable to sit in either front or back. I'm 6'4" and could ride either front or rear. The trunk holds enough for a couple to put a weekend get-away for clothes and food. The tires and wheels look good and work well. The color - silver/blue - looks clean with minimal effort. I aim to keep the car for a long time, but if you can find one like it, you are a fortunate person. The main thing not to look for is dealer support. GM quit making Saturns several years ago. On 11/11/2016 I had an accident and the car was declared a total loss. I bought it back, repaired it and continue to drive it. I still get 30 or more mpg. I've put two new tires and an alignment on it. I think the alignment it received was not well done. So, I went to a different place for the second alignment. I retired in March, 2018. Because of property that needs work, I am thinking about getting a pick-up. But, have not done so. The Saturn continues to meet our needs, but is now a second car. It sat most of the summer, being started about once a week by a friend, and started right up when we got home.
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02 Saturn sl1 bought for 600$161k
Kenneth Shields, 03/24/2016
2002 Saturn S-Series SL 4dr Sedan (1.9L 4cyl 5M)
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
I love my Saturn sl1 it's a automatic transmission. I had no issues with my car just maintain it correctly. It will treat you good
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Great First Car or Needed Car
Michael Carlson, 01/27/2016
2002 Saturn S-Series SL 4dr Sedan (1.9L 4cyl 5M)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
The car handles great and is responsive. Occasional repairs but can work on a last leg and just be one part to replace and fine. Transmission is shotty. Manual flywheel went at 150000 and auto still going strong at 186000. Regular maintence required but not heavy. Reccomend high mileage synthetic oil. Its all plastic with no safety features. If you can turn your head you have all visibility needed with no blind spots. Braking is not very good. Performance of 100-120 hp 4cyl and 30mpg city/40mpg hwy. 12 mile tank. 360-480 miles on full tank. Fantastic first car for child. Easy shifts in manual if you are teaching someone. Great car if you can't afford that $6,000 car and great on gas.
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