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4.6 out of 5 stars
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4.25 out of 5 stars

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bsumorgan, 11/09/2010
2005 Saturn VUE AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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I got a redline, and it was a lot of fun, but every month I had it in the shop for some kind of maintenance or repair. To be fair, it probably has to do more with the previous owner than with the Saturn. Sold it after 10 months because you can't tow with the sport package. (no air flow to the transmission) Fuel economy was good, I averaged between 20 and 21 with the AWD v6. Interior is an odd combo of luxurious and cheap. Front end was noisy on rough surfaces. The AWD is not as good as ford/mercury awd. The back wheels only kick in a few moments after the front wheels lose traction. By then, it may be too late. It doesn't really do you any good on ice unless you intentionally break traction.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

I own 2 VUE's

Bobby Rawls, 03/29/2006
2005 Saturn VUE Fwd 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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I have 2 and probably will continue to have at least 2. It does have a design problem when in muddy and wet conditions, but surely this will be attended by the next new model. I have spoken to Jay Wetzel (one of the original Saturn designers, now retired) and he is aware of this design flaw. I do have problems turning the key to start the car. The steering wheel locks, and the key will not turn without a lot of shaking and commotion.

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4.25 out of 5 stars

Good so far

Corey, 06/19/2006
2005 Saturn VUE Fwd 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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I've had the 2005 VUE V-6 for about 15000 miles. Gas mileage is a consistent 28 highway and 20-22 around town. Good leg room all around... good power when needed. Crash test ratings re high for this vehicle. With all of that factored in, my overall opinion is usually formed when I hit about 120k - 130k miles. If there are no major problems by then, then I'm usually satisfied that I've gotten my money's worth.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Love my Saturn

Melissa, 07/27/2006
2005 Saturn VUE Fwd 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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I really have enjoyed my Saturn. Matter of fact, this is my third Saturn that I have purchased over the years. With this new Saturn, I do find it hard to be able to clean the seats well. For some reason they leave spots on the seats. I spilt water and there are still stains on there that I can not remove.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

view the vue

joshiea, 11/02/2004
2005 Saturn VUE Fwd 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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Great driving auto.You cant tell the driving lights from the headlights when on. I don't like the gas tank on the passenger side and it is also non locking, where the other saturns are. these are minor things other than that it is a great vehicle. I am glad I purchased it.

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