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Saturn VUE II 3.5i (222 Hp) AWD
Overall Rating
Saturn VUE:
The Saturn Vue is a compact SUV that was built and marketed by Saturn, and it was Saturn's best-selling model. It was the first vehicle to use the GM Theta platform when it was introduced in 2001 for the 2002 model year. The Vue was facelifted for the 2006 model year. A second generation model was launched in 2007 for the 2008 model year as a rebadged Opel Antara.
Vue production in North America ended as GM discontinued the Saturn brand as part of the 2009 General Motors Chapter 11 reorganization....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II Overview:
Saturn VUE (II). With 298 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1838 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A rugged vehicle built to handle rough terrains and challenging driving conditions. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Saturn VUE II was primarily sold in North America and was not tested by Euro NCAP. It received good ratings from NHTSA and IIHS for frontal and side impacts in its market.
3.5i (222 Hp) AWD Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers robust acceleration and confident all-wheel-drive traction, making it suitable for varied driving conditions. The V6 provides ample power for highway merging and passing.
Fuel Economy
As a V6 with AWD, fuel economy is moderate, leaning towards the lower end for its class. Expect average consumption for a mid-size SUV of its era.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Stylish, modern exterior design
- • Improved interior quality over previous generation
- • Available powerful V6 engines
- • Optional AWD for all-weather capability
- • Good value on the used market
Cons:
- • Base 4-cylinder engine can feel underpowered
- • Fuel economy for V6 models is average at best
- • Saturn brand discontinuation impacts long-term support perception
- • Some interior plastics still feel a bit cheap
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I: 2005 - 2007).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Saturn |
| Model: | VUE |
| Generation: | II |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.5i (222 Hp) AWD |
| Start of production: | 2007 |
| End of production: | 2009 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Off-road vehicle |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 222 Hp @ 5900 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 63.2 Hp/l [31mm less] |
| Torque: | 298 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | LZ4 More details about the engine LZ4 |
| Engine displacement: | 3510 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.8 l |
| Coolant: | 10.4 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 99 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 76 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 13.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9.8 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.3 kg/Hp, 120.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.2 kg/Nm, 162.1 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1838 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 72 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4574 mm mm [31mm less] |
| Width: | 1849 mm mm [32mm more] |
| Height: | 1701 mm mm [12mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2707 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1560 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1570 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels permanently, and the rear wheels are driven through an electrically or mechanically operated clutch if necessary. |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Wheel rims size | 18 |
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