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Used 2004 Saturn VUE Base Consumer Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars
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3.25 out of 5 stars

Think twice before you buy.

L. Sheldon, 12/04/2006
2004 Saturn VUE AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

In a nutshell, the vehicle has been self destructing from the moment I drove it off the lot. So far with 44k on it, I've had to replace the following: Muffler, brake caliper pin & bracket strut mount, rear wheel, clutch, rear differential module, entire rear end assy, fuel sending unit, both mirrors, arm rest, windshield wiper jets, drivers heated seat switch, rear window glass, rear hatch lock assy, rear lateral link (recall), front hub/bearing assy. If something didn't break every few weeks, I'd say it's a great vehicle, but with over $7,000 in repairs done in a little over two years, you be the judge.

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3.75 out of 5 stars

Fine ergonomics

Sax, 07/07/2004
2004 Saturn VUE Fwd 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

The engine and trans work smoothly and all the switchgear is easily located for a right hander. I have first hand knowledge of the benefits of the exterior plastic skin, which again, was very appealing. But the extensive use of cheap looking materials on the interior, turned me off all together, so I didn't buy this product.

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3.88 out of 5 stars

Great Drivetrain, So So Everything Else!

D Buck, 07/01/2008
2004 Saturn VUE Fwd 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

We came for the Honda V6 and no haggle pricing. We got a decent CUV for $19,700 out the door and headed straight to the shop for a GPS and leather seats. A/C died 3 times until they finally replaced the leaky compressor. Brake rotors rusted on the inboard side. Ignition switch is shot. Keys falls out. Suspension squeaks when it shouldn't. I work on cars for a hobby/profession so we'll keep her around but be prepared for those unexpected trim and other weak systems like the suspension design to chase your nickels and dimes. I'd still buy the car all over again! All cars have their issues!

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3.75 out of 5 stars

Good for the Money!

FatherOfThree, 10/24/2008
2004 Saturn VUE Fwd 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Nice size for kids. Good performance & reliabilty with the Honda V6. Handling is so so and interior dash is not much to look at (very plasticly) Overall, a good value.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

First New 2004 Vue Review!

Coots, 11/21/2003
2004 Saturn VUE AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

This is a great car and fun to drive. We decided on this after 2 months of serious anal (Engineer) searching. We were looking for 1-2 year old used… Started with the Trailblazer but- too hard to get into and too pricey. The next was a Pathfinder but not that many to search from. We “stumbled” upon the Vue and after looking at a used one. We love this car’s performance, value and looks and are so glad to stay in the GM (Saturn) family.

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