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Lee writes:
2005 Saturn VUE Base Review
ProsGreat handling. Excellent sound system. Great cargo space. Seats were EASY to "fold flat". Interior is stylish and functional with all imortant controls within EASY reach of the driver's seat! ConsSuspension is very tight.
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Kyle writes:
2005 Saturn VUE V6 AWD Review
ProsGreat power, could beat nearly anything from Mustangs to the Porsche Cayenne, had the Honda 3.5L V6, yes Honda! Great fuel economy, between 26-32 MPG HWY, 23 MPG combined. Smooth and responsive steering with electronic steering system. ConsExtremely cheap, low build quality on nearly every part of the vehicle except engine.
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Large Flying Piece Of Tupperware — I purchased this vehicle, believing it would have been a reliable vehicle, while achieving great fuel economy. Well, I am glad that Saturn has stopped manufacturing vehicles! My VUE was only nice for the first month of ownership, always did have great power, 250 horses from the stock V-6, so glad it was a Honda motor, not a GM motor! It always got great fuel economy, 30+MPG highway! The transmission was defective since I first bought it, the torque converter always had issues, finally after a few years of ownership, GM recalled the junker, and had it fixed. The rear differential failed at 92,000 miles, the drivers heated seat failed after 2 months of ownership, the leather seats seemed fake, like they were plastic. The front seats were too short for your butt and legs, and the rear seats were very hard, and cheap feeling. Parts of the dash would flake off just by rubbing your fingers across it, every part of the interior rattled especially when in the winter. The 6 disc CD Changer was awesome, until it broke when it was only 2 years old. The Sun/Moon-roof was cool, yet always leaked when it would rain, unless you flicked the switch a few times because it never closed completely. The AWD system was a complete joke! It would always be front wheel drive, until it would detect it was spinning out, sometimes taking up to 10 seconds before slamming the rear wheels into action, causing the vehicle to swerve, and it was a very noisy system. It did get me through snow about 5" deep on a mountain pass, it was scary, however it got me through it. I really strongly urge you to stay away from any GM product, after owning this piece of junk, never again will I purchase a GM EVER! I will stick to Chrysler, and Ford for american vehicles. I still have a '97 Dodge Dakota V-8 with 231,000 miles, and had a 2000 Grand Cherokee that lasted 316,000miles they both will go through anything, and where ever I want them to go, and has never ever broke down, nor has either needed any major work. The Dakota just loves its gas, but I would much rather spend money on fuel, and know I am going to get to my destination, than not have to spend much money, and be constantly worried about if it is going to fall apart. I would strongly suggest the Ford Edge if you are looking for a cross-over vehicle. Primary Use: Commuting to work | ||
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Paul writes:
2005 Saturn VUE V6 AWD Review
ProsRoomy ConsNone
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Dependable And Roomy — This is actually the first NEW car I've ever purchased, and it is by far my favorite... maybe for that reason. Being a rather large (read fat) man, I have few choices for vehicles to fit into. This fits with room to spare. Smooth and powerful to drive, yet doesn't suck down the gas as quickly as expected. With gas prices as they are, maybe the hybrid version would have been a better value, if it had been available in '05. I hear that the '06 version is even better, but I'll stick with this one. | ||
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mart75 writes:
2005 Saturn VUE V6 Review
ProsMore power than I ever thought possible in a gas-sipping family car ConsGets tight with three small children (multiple carseats) 
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"total Package" For Middle Class Family — Liked everything - fuel economy, zip, reliability, affordability, everything. Silver is a great color for any vehicle, too - very "sleek" and doesn't show dirt. Unfortunately, needed to upgrade to vehicle with third row to accommodate a growing family. We are selling reluctantly. Really. LOVED this vehicle in every way. Primary Use: Family transportation | ||
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Artgn writes:
2005 Saturn VUE V6 AWD Review
ProsGas saver, great handling and very spacious inside. ConsIt has great power, but i wish it was faster 
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Saturn Vue - Great Comfort And Amazing Gas Savings! — This car is very durable, affordable to maintain and to operate. They seem to last forever, we don’t spend a lot of time or money to upkeep the car, yet it always looks good and performs great. Very reliable, comfortable and rides very smooth. We lobve it! Primary Use: Family transportation | ||
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David writes:
2005 Saturn VUE V6 Review
ProsNice features for the price - tight ride! ConsNone so far...
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Great Family/utility/all-around Functional Vehicle — We were impressed by the features for the price - having a five member famiy limits our vehicle options to larger vehicles for comfort and carrying capacity, and the Saturn VUE is a nice hybrid of passenger and cargo space without sacrificing comfort and fuel economy... love the leather seats and sunroof too! Primary Use: Commuting to work | ||
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Greg writes:
2005 Saturn VUE V6 Review
ProsGives a pretty good ride for a cheap family car. ConsThe body lean while turning.
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Good Daily Driver — Faster and more powerful then most people would think. Thanks to the Honda J35A3 v6 for that(250hp, 242ft-lbs torque). Very reliable. Gets pretty good gas milage for type of car it is, about 20 mpg around town if u baby it. 28 mpg on the highway. Primary Use: Commuting to work | ||
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lmcentire writes:
2005 Saturn VUE V6 AWD Review
ProsGets up and goes ConsCompact 
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Great Car — It gets up and goes and stops pretty quick. It handles nice on curves and uphills. Great drive on long trips and has great gas mileage about 20mpg. It doesn't have a ton of space in the backseat but the very back will fit quite a bit of stuff. nice on the inside and out no dents or scratches. Primary Use: Family transportation | ||
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Cee writes:
2005 Saturn VUE V6 Review
ProsIf you have a small family it's the perfect size. ConsTraction in simply rain is very bad, even with oversized custom wheels. CAUTION!
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I Like The Honda Engine In The Saturn, It Gave It Good Longevity, But The Other Parts Are Still Gm. — The 2005 Saturn Vue was the best out of the 3 Vues I have owned, *(an 2003, 2004 and 2005). Good HP *(250 with the V6) and nice cargo hold for a mid sized SUV. Fuel mileage wasn't the best and handling in the rain, ice or snow was horrible. Overall appearance was suave, but you really have to know how to outfit a Vue with the right parts and pieces to make it swanky. Interior was probably some of the poorest I have seen. Although it was custom leather on the inside, it stained pretty easily and dashboard trim was failing although well maintained. Primary Use: Commuting to work | ||
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Kevin writes:
2005 Saturn VUE V6 Review
Prosthe powertrain Conscheap plastic interior
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Fun To Drive- Very Utilitarian — very fast acceleration for comparable small SUVs(honda vtec v6) squeaky because of plastic body panels, suspension creaks appearance is average- very grocery getter 28mpg on highway 21 in city its very fun to drive... sleeper in mommy mobile clothing Primary Use: Family transportation |
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