Used 2004 Saturn VUE SUV Consumer Reviews
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My 2nd VUE
Mike, 12/17/2004
2004 Saturn VUE Fwd 4dr SUV (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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I had a 02 VUE that was in the shop on once a month on average for the 2 yrs I owned it. I traded it for the '04 thinking I would get the best break on a trade and hoping Saturn had improved the build quality. I was mistaken. I have had the 4 cyl. ecotec engines with the 5 speed manual tranny. It is one of the easiest manuals I have driven in 25 yrs. The engine has plenty of pep if you're not afraid to rev it up. But at 70mph it revs around 3200 which is not optimal for mileage. Problems: window leaks, sunroof broke, engine leaks, Air conditioning replaced (3X), Cruise kept sticking in ON position (4X) Front suspension arms replaced (2X) Other misc. problems Can't wait til I can trade in on an import
Everything an SUV should be!
Matt in New Haven CT, 01/15/2004
2004 Saturn VUE Fwd 4dr SUV (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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I initially was interested in the Vue because it's one of the few cars under $30K with 5-star front and side safety ratings, and side curtain airbags. Then, I fell in love with the looks, mileage (29 MPG!), nice ride, really comfortable driver's seat, great quality all around, and amazing cargo space. Not to mention the price! Best deal you could get on a car with these features.
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Transmission Nightmare
Disappointed, 04/24/2009
2004 Saturn VUE Fwd 4dr SUV (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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Transmission shot at 55,000, just out of warranty. Cost to repair: $5,000 to $6,000. $3,100 left on the loan. Class Action suit over the transmission issues just settled. Too little, too late. Saturn has to "reimburse" for transmission replacement up to 125,000 (original owners), but many complaints from people who have had to replaced the transmission yet again. The settlement is bittersweet, since owners have to front the $5,000-$6,000 and wait for the replacement. The transmission flaw was never addressed so you get the same loser the second/third time. Decided to get away from it and traded for a Honda CR-V yesterday. Do your own research on the transmission.
I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS SUV!!!
Eric (Modesto, CA), 02/09/2004
2004 Saturn VUE Fwd 4dr SUV (2.2L 4cyl CVT)
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Never in a million years would I have seen myself in an SUV. I was always the person saying "I'll be driving a CAR for life!" But the Saturn VUE changed my mind. This SUV is not only fun to drive, but it's affordable, gets GREAT gas milage, and the insurrance is relatively cheap. This SUV is a vast improvment from my Dodge. But this SUV still provides all the comforts of a car. I've driven some SUVs before that feel tipsy (Chevy Blazer). THIS SUV IS AMAZING! Tons of standard features plus many more available at a decent price. This SUV not only has a great reputation, but is the ONLY SUV you should consider!!!!
just love it!
happypappy, 02/11/2004
2004 Saturn VUE Fwd 4dr SUV (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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actually its an 03, but the same vehicle as the 04. have 18,000 miles on it and just love it. there was a clunking noise at 8,000 miles that turned out to be untorqed axle bolts from the factory( was dissapoined in that) also a fogged up headlight unit which saturn replaced...other than that just love it...looks much more expensive than it really is...