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1997 Saturn S-Series Overview

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Trims

2 Dr SC1 Coupe
8 national listings
Avg. Price: $3,580
2 Dr SC2 Coupe
21 national listings
Avg. Price: $2,704
4 Dr SL Sedan
11 national listings
Avg. Price: $2,804
4 Dr SL1 Sedan
Avg. Price: $3,182
4 Dr SL2 Sedan
41 national listings
Avg. Price: $3,297
4 Dr SW1 Wagon
5 national listings
Avg. Price: $5,926
4 Dr SW2 Wagon
10 national listings
Avg. Price: $3,296

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Average User Score

3.85 stars

Based on 51 reviews

Love Those '97 S-series Saturns by mpmied
 — This is the second '97 Saturn I own. My first was an SL1 that my son drives to college now. I missed that car and bought an SL2 as my commuter. I get above average acceleration and good fuel econom... Read More
If You Are Looking For A Cheap Dependable Car, The S Series Saturns Are A Great Value. by Luke
 — I bought this car to replace my girlfriend's 89 mercury topaz. I liked my s series so much that I thought I would get another one almost identical to it. This one has over 100,000 more miles than mi... Read More
Reliability, Reliability, Reliability. by J Hackett
 — I just rolled over 170,000 miles and am still getting 30-32mpg. The roof, hood, and trunk are steel, everything else is plastic. I have hit two deer (and one hit me), and the only damage is a missing ... Read More

1997 Saturn S-Series Overview

Overall User Score

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Based on 51 reviews

1997 Saturn S-Series

After some noticeable changes in 1996, Saturn took some time off in 1997 to focus on the exterior with the S-Series.  The 7 trims remain the same: the SC1 and SC2 coupes, SW1 and SW2 wagons, and the SL, SL1, and SL2 sedans.  Exterior updates included a rear spoiler for the coupes, standard fog lamps for the SC2, and a longer wheel-base for the coupes to match the sedans and wagons.  Interior changes included optional black for the sedans, gray for coupes, and an optional cd player in the dash as an alternative to the changer in the trunk.
The coupes seat 4 while the sedans and wagons seat 5.  Trunk space comes out to 10.9 cubic feet in the coupes, 12.1 in the sedans, and 24.9 in the wagons.  Gas mileage across trims averages out to 25 mpg in the city to 38 mpg on the highway.  The SC1, SW1, SL, and SL1 use the same 1.9 L, 100 hp I4 engine while the SC2, SW2, and SL2 use a 1.9 L, 124 hp engine.  All trims use standard 5 speed manual transmission or optional 4 speed automatic except for the SL, which only uses 5 speed manual.  Air conditioning comes as an option in all trims.
Consumers generally say that the 1997 Saturn S-Series provides solid performance for the price.  However, durability, interior design, and engine noise remain a concern.  The S-Series has also gained a reputation as an oil guzzler, especially the coupe.  Word on the street says that Saturn needs to pick up the pace if it wants to expand its following in the competitive compact market.

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Gas Mileage (highway) 36 29 26
Horsepower 100 130 145
Crash Test Rating 4 4 4
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) 12.1 13.0 15.8
Front Leg Room (inches) 42.5 42.7 42.2

Saturn S-Series Questions

anghov55
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How Can I Locate The Fuses In My Sc 97 Automatic

Losing too many things need to check fuses to see if they are blown or if they just went bad. Had a problem with my battery dieing, had it replaced but still died, so the mechanic I think removed the...

128 views with 13 answers (last answer about a month ago)
turbo_my_saturn_plz_90
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What Motor Can I Swap With My 97 Saturn S1

I was wondering if the wiring needed changing if i were to upgrade to a possible stock 1.9 that is turbo if their is and also if much work needed in doing so i.e bolt up or would i have to change mo...

83 views with 2 answers (last answer about a month ago)
runner5
0

What Are Some Problems That Occur With This Car?

Is there a problem that occurs with the engine at about 125,000 miles or more? What are some common problems that occur with this car? I'm lookin into buting one with 125,423 miles on it and it woul...

3,509 views with 8 answers (last answer 3 months ago)
troyeca
0

Where Is The Saturn S Series Main Relay Location

Can't locate the 97 Saturn S series main relay

121 views with 4 answers (last answer 3 months ago)
Hujkok
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What Type Of Trans. Fluid Is In A 97 Saturn Sc2 With Manual Trans.

129 views with 2 answers (last answer 3 months ago)