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4.75 out of 5 stars

Red Line Vue

djw479, 11/14/2004
2005 Saturn VUE AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

I have really enjoyed this vehicle @10500 miles. My last vehicle was a 2001 Toyota Highlander LTD AWD so I can compare easily to this Toyota's quality. 1) Fun to drive = Vue; horsepower makes all the difference. Also the VUE suspension is much more tuned to the city/highway driving we all do with very little additional harshness. The Vue carves thru corners. If you go off- road and climb boulders look elsewhere. 2)Interior style and execution. The style/design of the VUE interior is on par with the HL's layout, but the Vue's hard plastic interior does not have the tactile feel of the Hl's fake leather surfaces. 3) Build quality - surprising the VUE is almost as quiet as the HL.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

A Great Idea

annalr, 06/07/2010
2005 Saturn VUE Fwd 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
8 of 10 people found this review helpful

I purchased my 2005 Saturn Vue V6 FWD after owning a Volvo 240 for 10 years. I chose the car for its interior room, practical design and compact size. I bought it with 109k miles on it and love it. It's a great passenger vehicle with solid metal buckles in the back for car seats, which are very useful. The cargo space is great and despite its looks on the outside, there is plenty of people room on the inside! The V6 will pick up and go when you need it to and ride smoothly on the highway. The suspension can be a little rigid but is tight and has given me no trouble. All in all, I would recommend it to anyone who needs a car with cargo room, fuel economy and enjoys a simply designed car.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Love my VUE

Christine Rohrbach, 04/25/2006
2005 Saturn VUE AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

This is the first Saturn I have owned and I love my VUE. I was attracted to the VUE's exterior design and when I discovered it came with a Honda V-6 engine, I was completely hooked. The roomy interior is a real plus too--high ceilings and plenty of room between the front and back seats. The gas mileage isn't outstanding, but it's better than most suvs. And, I know I could get more out of each gallon if I didn't take advantage of it's get-up-and-go capability so frequently. If your a Mom who needs room for the kids but still wants to feel sporty and drive in the fast lane, the VUE's for you.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Saturn does not get enough credit

AJ, 03/01/2007
2005 Saturn VUE AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

I love my VUE. Saturn prices are reasonable, we were able to get the top of the line vehicle at a reasonable price compared to other car manufacters. It is fun to drive. I feel safe. It has awesome pick-up, and a smooth ride. This is the second Saturn I've owned and I am hooked.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

Great For The Price!

Paul, 07/24/2006
2005 Saturn VUE AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

I tested this car against the Jeep Liberty and Honda CRV. Although the Jeep felt tighter and more refined overall, the Vue was much more comfortable and easier to handle. The Vue also offers more interior space than either the Jeep or the Honda. Although I've only had the vehicle a short time, I expect that the Honda engine will more than stand the test of time. We also own a 2000 Saturn L200, which has given us five years of carefree service; we certainly expect the same of the VUE.

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