- suv 120,811
- Greentown, IN
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- autoshopper.com
- suv 120,811 red automatic
2009 saturn vue review this car review is specific to this model, not the actual vehicle for sale. It represents a vast improvement over the first-generation vue. It drives nice and handles well. The interior is attractive and european in style, modern and classy, with comfortable seats. the 2009 saturn vue is available in three trim levels, with three engines, two transmissions and a choice of front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. Equipped with the v6, the vue is rated at 17/24 mpg city/highway with front-wheel drive, and with all-wheel drive it's rated 16/23 mpg. Properly equipped, the vue v6 is rated to tow up to 3500 pounds. We found it delivers more than sufficient power and acceleration performance, especially with either of the two v6 engines. saturn has given the vue a generous level of safety equipment. The vue comes standard with a full complement of air bags, traction and stability control, and anti-lock brakes. since the vue was all-new for 2008, changes for 2009 are minor. Brake assist now comes standard on all models, there is an enhanced driver information center, the convenience package for the xe model now includes heated seats, there is an available chrome package for the v6 models, there are some new colors, and a few other small changes. with lots of standard features, good power, decent fuel economy, a commendable level of ride and handling, and a versatile interior, the saturn vue represents a vehicle that's full of space and storage, easy to use, easy to drive, and easy on the eyes. lineupthe 2009 saturn vue comes in a choice of xe, xr and red line trim levels. Other options include a dvd navigation and cd/mp3 player system 2,145) and a high-end stereo system 325). Also available is a trailer towing package 350), power sunroof 850), fog lamps 150), cargo cover 85), cargo divider, and a stereo/six-cd upgrade 295). safety features include onstar safe and sound emergency communications, abs, bake assist, traction control, and stabilitrak electronic stability control. This version of stabilitrak includes a trailer-stabilizing system that automatically applies the brakes when it detects the trailer swaying behind the vehicle. walkaroundthe exterior design of the vue is based on the european opel antara and is crisp, sporty and modern from every angle. The european-inspired look is clean, modern and classy in terms of design, appearance, materials and function. There's a good balance of brightwork to panels from the left door across the instrument panel and dashboard to the right door, and the heating/air conditioning vents are big, round and nicely done. the driver's bucket seat is comfy, containing but not restrictive. The seating position at front left is commanding and comfortable, and everything is within easy reach. The instrument panel is pleasant to look at and easy to read and use, night or day. Saturn has chosen brushed metal over shiny chrome, which avoids problems with fingerprints and sun reflections, and for that we give high marks. It's one of the easiest systems to use of all the competitors in this segment, with big markings and good contrast. There's no wood in here, but the plastics, metals and fabrics are all very touchable and good-looking. Down below, the shifter is a single-gate model, surrounded again by brushed metal. there's 56 cubic feet of cargo room just inside the easy-lift tailgate with the 60/40 second-row seats flopped down. There's a huge glovebox, an under-seat box under the front passenger seat, more storage in the second-row console, and, hiding under the cargo floor is a whole network of nooks, crannies and cubbies built into the spare tire carrier assembly, and some almost-hidden storage way up front in the compartment. in the cargo compartment floor are two sets of rails into which fit a set of six sliding chocks to help secure cargoes of all shapes and sizes, with more tie-downs in the floor and in the seatbacks. That makes sense, given its german opel roots. the power steering is not overboosted or mushy, and has good but not great road feel. The ride is taut without being jarring, and body roll control is right up there with the best of the other europeans, including bmw and land rover, so the vue invites spirited driving, especially through long sweeping curves. Isolation from the world outside is very good. we were very impressed with the acceleration performance from the available 3. 6-liter v6. Paired with the new six-speed transmission, this engine makes the vue smooth, quiet, and authoritative without a lot of noisy cabin intrusion. The 257-hp v6 engine is near the top of the class in terms of power and torque. It'll accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in about seven seconds flat. In sixth gear, the engine sound all but disappears, providing a relaxed, easy cruising mode. we like brakes that start braking right at the top of the pedal travel, and the saturn vue's brakes delivered on that, with lots of braking power at the initial stab of the pedal and even more with more pedal travel, very linear and effective. summarythe saturn vue is a nice compact crossover utility vehicle, certainly one of the best in its segment. It boasts very good performance, real room for five, storage possibilities galore, and tons of personality. The saturn vue is a compact sport utility vehicle with a european design that accommodates five passengers and has a generous cargo area. The vue is available as either a front-wheel drive (fwd) or an all-wheel drive (awd) and each has three trims: the xe, the xr and the red line. The xr and the sporty red line mode. Anti-lock Brakes✔ Power Mirrors✔ Heated Seats✔ AM/FM✔ Cruise Control✔ Sunroof/Moonroof✔ Air Conditioning✔ MP3 Player✔ Navigation System
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