Used 2006 Saturn VUE Base Consumer Reviews
2006 Saturn VUE
I recently purchased a Saturn VUE. I find that it performs very well. I think that the electric power steering is fairly responsive. In truth, there are only a few things that I don't like about the VUE. It doesn't provide a very quiet ride. The door locks are in a position to where they hurt my elbows if I lay my arm out the window. The window switches are somewhat awkward to get used to. Everything else I pretty much love.
What happened to Saturn
My 2nd Saturn, had an SL1 for 7 years with only a problem in the 6th year. The shift line to the transmission broke. My Vue, which I generally like has now made it the the shop for the same problem in 2 years. I bought it new in Dec 2005 and a year later I was leaving work in a blizzard and tried to start my car and it turned over once and then nothing. They said it was electrical or something to do with the battery, but it just happened to me again the other night in 10 degree whether in Huntsvill, AL. They have no idea what to do to fix it. I have other issues, like it feels like when driving on a hwy the wind is going to rip my doors off and the heat is gone in the driver seat.
- Base 4dr SUVMSRP: $3,99598 mi away
- Base 4dr SUVMSRP: $5,950163 mi away
- Base 4dr SUVMSRP: $2,000168 mi away
Red Line Rocks!
Chose this over the RAV4, and it's the right choice. The car's performance has been flawless, and I'm getting about 26mpg in mixed driving. The car is a real eye-catcher, and has started several conversations already with people in parking lots. Got the Red Line with Sun & Sound package, and I can't imagine having more fun in a car. The Honda V6 is worth the extra $, thanks to its fuel economy and especially its passing power. I drove sedans all my life, and thanks to the VUE, I'll never go back. Make sure you check it out, as I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a feature-packed SUV for a very reasonable price. Oh, by the way, did I mention it comes with a free year of OnStar?
Engine with major pep
Even though my wife and I love to drive the new 2006 V-6 with it's 250 hp Honda engine, we have found that the comfort of the interior truly lacks creative design. I am 6'3 and i find nowhere to put my legs for real comfort on those long road trips. The floor is not flat but curves up so the foot can't rest in a normal plane. But overall, it is a great riding car.
Best mini SUV period
I originally test drove cars then started with the small SUV. I drove Ford Escape, Chevy Equinox and Jeep Liberty. As soon as I drove the VUE I looked no further. The ride was the smoothest, I loved the interior and it will pass a car without any problem ( I have the v6). Love the built in cargo carrier on back as well as the radio controls on steering wheel. This SUV is 10 out of 10!