2009 Saturn Sky Reviews, Pricing & Specs

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$27,595 to $33,680

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Saturn jazzes up its popular Sky performance roadster for 2009 by introducing three new exterior colors. Evening Blue and Ruby Red, as well as Hydro Blue, available on a limited basis, replace the previous year's exterior colors. In addition, Saturn offers the Sky in two new promotional trim packages, the Ruby Red Limited Edition and the Hydro Blue Limited Edition, for 2009. Saturn also adds new 18-inch, five-spoke painted aluminum alloy wheels to the Sky's list of standard features, and includes Bluetooth hand's-free telephone connectivity with the Sky's OnStar system.

Other than that, the Saturn Sky carries over from the previous year largely unchanged. Now in its third year of production, the Sky retains its distinctive, European-influenced exterior styling and still rides on GM's global rear-wheel-drive compact performance platform, which it shares with a number of other vehicles, including the Pontiac Solstice. Exterior design features include a low-slung stance, hood vents, a pronounced front fender center peak, a deep front air intake, and a chrome front bar with an integrated Saturn badge.

As in previous years, the Sky comes in two trims - the base Sky Roadster and the more powerful, better-equipped Sky Red Line. A 173-hp, double-overhead-cam, 2.4-liter four-cylinder Ecotec engine powers the base Roadster. It features variable valve timing and electronic throttle control, and generates 167 lb-ft of torque.

Stepping up a notch, the Sky Red Line retains its turbocharged, 2.0-liter, direct-injection four-cylinder Ecotec engine, which produces 260 hp at 5,300 rpm and 260 lb-ft of torque, making it the most powerful production engine in the Ecotec family, according to Saturn. Both engines link to a five-speed Aisin manual transmission with a short-throw shifter, which comes standard, or an optional five-speed automatic.

Standard features include a leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls, power windows and door locks, power exterior mirrors, reclining bucket seats with accent stitching, remote keyless entry, and a six-speaker AM/FM audio system with a CD player, MP3 connectivity, and XM satellite radio. OnStar also comes standard, with Bluetooth standard on the Red Line trim (it's available as an option on the base Roadster). In addition, the Sky comes equipped with a sound-insulated, manually operated cloth convertible top.

The Red Line trim adds performance suspension tuning, front brake cooling vents, high-performance radial tires, silver fender vent accents, and dual polished aluminum exhaust tips, as well as a leather shift knob and unique Red Line gauges on the instrument panel.

To ensure a firm, stable ride and rigid chassis, the Sky uses a hydroformed tube structure that reduces body flex. A rack-and-pinion hydraulic steering system provides responsive handling, while the four-wheel independent suspension and Bilstein monotube shocks provide a sporty ride. Antilock brakes, a limited-slip differential (standard across the line for 2009), StabiliTrak stability control, and projector-beam foglights also come standard, while options include a decklid spoiler, leather seat trim, and a premium Monsoon audio system.

Published Aug 8, 2022 by Rob Feeman

User reviews for 2009 Saturn Sky

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by Anonymous
Oct 19, 2023
this saturn is well equipped, relatively low mileage. wrong color for me. looking for yellow automatic.Oct 19, 2023
by Mike C
Jun 15, 2022
Fun and sporty, power to weight mise well be a Hellcat Jun 15, 2022
by Steven B
Mar 02, 2022
Its great as it is for what it is. Looks great, handles well, ok gas mileage for the redline, better for the standard. Compare to Miata- Saturn wins. Compare to Pontiac solstice- Saturn wins on looks alone since its basically the same car. However, its best to find a lower mileage one...as with most cars.Mar 02, 2022

2009 Saturn Sky Pricing

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$27,595 to $33,680
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Trims & specs

Air Conditioning

Single front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags ยท Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation

Audio System

Antenna Type: mast ยท USB auxiliary audio input ยท 6 disc in-dash CD ยท MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback ยท Monsoon premium brand speakers ยท AM/FM radio ยท Satellite Radio: SiriusXM ยท 1 subwoofer ยท Total Number of Speakers: 7

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel ยท Front brake diameter: 11.7 ยท Front brakes: ventilated disc ยท Rear brake diameter: 10.9 ยท Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Floor Mat Material: carpet ยท Floor Mats: front ยท Shift knob trim: leather ยท Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Center console: front console with storage ยท Cupholders: front ยท Multi-function remote: keyless entry ยท One-touch windows: 1 ยท Power outlet(s): 12V ยท Reading lights: front ยท Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable ยท Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls ยท Storage: front seatback ยท Vanity mirrors: driver

Driver Seat

Manual adjustments: 2 ยท Power adjustments: 2

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.91 ยท Limited slip differential: rear

Engine

Alternator: 125 amps ยท Battery: maintenance-free

Exterior Features

Door handle color: chrome ยท Exhaust tip color: polished aluminum ยท License plate bracket: front ยท Mirror color: body-color ยท Paint: special factory paint

Headrests

Front headrests: integrated ยท Number of front headrests: 2

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Headlights: Auto on/off

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 4

Roof

Convertible rear window: glass ยท Convertible roof: soft top

Safety

Active head restraints: driver ยท Crumple zones: front

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point ยท Seatbelt force limiters: front ยท Seatbelt pretensioners: front

Seats

Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining ยท Driver seat power adjustments: height ยท Front seat type: bucket ยท Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining ยท Upholstery: leather

Steering

Steering ratio: 16.4 ยท Turns lock-to-lock: 2.7

Suspension

Front Arm Type: short and long arm (SLA) ยท Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers ยท Front Spring Type: coil springs ยท Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 27 mm ยท Front Suspension Classification: independent ยท Front Suspension Type: strut ยท Rear Shock Type: coil over shock ยท Rear Spring Type: coil springs ยท Rear Stabilizer Bar: diameter 24 mm ยท Rear Suspension Classification: independent ยท Rear Suspension Type: short and long arm

Telematics

Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth ยท Satellite communications: OnStar

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheels: chrome aluminum

Wheels

Wheel spokes: 5

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent ยท Power windows: front

Air Conditioning

Single front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags ยท Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation

Audio System

Antenna Type: mast ยท Single disc in-Dash CD ยท MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback ยท Monsoon premium brand speakers ยท AM/FM radio ยท Satellite Radio: SiriusXM ยท 1 subwoofer ยท Total Number of Speakers: 6

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel ยท Front brake diameter: 11.7 ยท Front brakes: ventilated disc ยท Rear brake diameter: 10.9 ยท Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Door sill trim: chrome ยท Floor Mat Material: carpet ยท Floor Mats: front ยท Foot pedal trim: stainless steel ยท Shift knob trim: leather ยท Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Center console: front console with storage ยท Cupholders: front ยท Multi-function remote: trunk release ยท One-touch windows: 1 ยท Power outlet(s): 12V ยท Reading lights: front ยท Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable ยท Steering wheel mounted controls: audio ยท Storage: door pockets ยท Vanity mirrors: driver

Driver Seat

Manual adjustments: 2 ยท Power adjustments: 2

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.91 ยท Limited slip differential: rear

Engine

Alternator: 125 amps ยท Battery: maintenance-free

Exterior Features

Door handle color: chrome ยท Exhaust tip color: polished aluminum ยท License plate bracket: front ยท Mirror color: body-color ยท Paint: special factory paint

Headrests

Front headrests: integrated ยท Number of front headrests: 2

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Headlights: Auto on/off

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 4

Roof

Convertible rear window: glass ยท Convertible roof: soft top

Safety

Active head restraints: driver ยท Crumple zones: rear

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point ยท Seatbelt force limiters: front ยท Seatbelt pretensioners: front

Seats

Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining ยท Driver seat power adjustments: height ยท Front seat type: bucket ยท Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining ยท Upholstery: leather

Steering

Steering ratio: 16.4 ยท Turns lock-to-lock: 2.7

Suspension

Front Arm Type: short and long arm (SLA) ยท Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers ยท Front Spring Type: coil springs ยท Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 27 mm ยท Front Suspension Classification: independent ยท Front Suspension Type: strut ยท Rear Shock Type: coil over shock ยท Rear Spring Type: coil springs ยท Rear Stabilizer Bar: diameter 24 mm ยท Rear Suspension Classification: independent ยท Rear Suspension Type: short and long arm

Telematics

Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth ยท Satellite communications: OnStar

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheels: painted aluminum

Wheels

Wheel spokes: 5

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent ยท Power windows: front

Air Conditioning

Single front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags ยท Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation

Audio System

Antenna Type: mast ยท USB auxiliary audio input ยท Single disc in-Dash CD ยท MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback ยท Monsoon premium brand speakers ยท AM/FM radio ยท Satellite Radio: SiriusXM ยท 1 subwoofer ยท Total Number of Speakers: 6

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel ยท Front brake diameter: 11.7 ยท Front brakes: ventilated disc ยท Rear brake diameter: 10.9 ยท Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Door sill trim: chrome ยท Floor Material: carpet ยท Floor Mats: front ยท Foot pedal trim: stainless steel ยท Shift knob trim: leather ยท Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Center console: front console with storage ยท Cupholders: front ยท Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm ยท One-touch windows: 1 ยท Power outlet(s): 12V ยท Reading lights: front ยท Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable ยท Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls ยท Storage: front seatback ยท Vanity mirrors: driver

Driver Seat

Manual adjustments: 2 ยท Power adjustments: 2

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.91 ยท Limited slip differential: rear

Engine

Alternator: 125 amps ยท Battery: maintenance-free

Exterior Features

Door handle color: chrome ยท Exhaust tip color: polished aluminum ยท License plate bracket: front ยท Mirror color: body-color ยท Paint: special factory paint

Headrests

Front headrests: integrated ยท Number of front headrests: 2

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low oil pressure

Lights

Headlights: Auto on/off

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 4

Roof

Convertible rear window: glass ยท Convertible roof: soft top

Safety

Active head restraints: driver ยท Crumple zones: front

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point ยท Seatbelt force limiters: front ยท Seatbelt pretensioners: front

Seats

Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining ยท Driver seat power adjustments: height ยท Front seat type: bucket ยท Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining ยท Upholstery: leather

Steering

Steering ratio: 16.4 ยท Turns lock-to-lock: 2.7

Suspension

Front Arm Type: short and long arm (SLA) ยท Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers ยท Front Spring Type: coil springs ยท Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 27 mm ยท Front Suspension Classification: independent ยท Front Suspension Type: strut ยท Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers ยท Rear Spring Type: coil springs ยท Rear Stabilizer Bar: diameter 24 mm ยท Rear Suspension Classification: independent ยท Rear Suspension Type: short and long arm

Telematics

Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth ยท Satellite communications: OnStar

Tires

Type: performance

Tires and Rims

Wheels: polished aluminum

Wheels

Wheel spokes: 5

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent ยท Power windows: front

Air Conditioning

Single front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags ยท Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation

Audio System

Antenna Type: mast ยท USB auxiliary audio input ยท Single disc in-Dash CD ยท MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback ยท Monsoon premium brand speakers ยท AM/FM radio ยท Satellite Radio: SiriusXM ยท 1 subwoofer ยท Total Number of Speakers: 6

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel ยท Front brake diameter: 11.7 ยท Front brakes: ventilated disc ยท Rear brake diameter: 10.9 ยท Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Door sill trim: chrome ยท Floor Mat Material: carpet ยท Floor Mats: front ยท Foot pedal trim: stainless steel ยท Shift knob trim: leather ยท Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Center console: front console with storage ยท Cupholders: front ยท Multi-function remote: trunk release ยท One-touch windows: 1 ยท Power outlet(s): 12V ยท Reading lights: front ยท Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable ยท Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls ยท Storage: door pockets ยท Vanity mirrors: driver

Driver Seat

Manual adjustments: 2 ยท Power adjustments: 2

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.73 ยท Limited slip differential: rear

Engine

Alternator: 140 amps ยท Battery: maintenance-free

Exterior Features

Door handle color: chrome ยท Exhaust: dual exhaust tips ยท Exhaust tip color: polished aluminum ยท License plate bracket: front ยท Mirror color: body-color ยท Paint: special factory paint

Headrests

Front headrests: integrated ยท Number of front headrests: 2

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder

Lights

Headlights: Auto on/off

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 4

Roof

Convertible rear window: glass ยท Convertible roof: soft top

Safety

Active head restraints: driver ยท Crumple zones: rear

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point ยท Seatbelt force limiters: front ยท Seatbelt pretensioners: front

Seats

Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining ยท Driver seat power adjustments: height ยท Front seat type: bucket ยท Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining ยท Upholstery: cloth

Steering

Steering ratio: 16.4 ยท Turns lock-to-lock: 2.7

Suspension

Front Arm Type: short and long arm (SLA) ยท Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers ยท Front Spring Type: coil springs ยท Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 33 mm ยท Front Suspension Classification: independent ยท Front Suspension Type: strut ยท Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers ยท Rear Spring Type: coil springs ยท Rear Stabilizer Bar: diameter 25 mm ยท Rear Suspension Classification: independent ยท Rear Suspension Type: short and long arm

Telematics

Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth ยท Satellite communications: OnStar

Tires

Type: performance

Tires and Rims

Wheels: chrome aluminum

Wheels

Wheel spokes: 5

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent ยท Power windows: front

Air Conditioning

Single front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags ยท Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation

Audio System

Antenna Type: mast ยท 6 disc in-dash CD ยท MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback ยท Monsoon premium brand speakers ยท AM/FM radio ยท Satellite Radio: SiriusXM ยท 1 subwoofer ยท Total Number of Speakers: 6

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel ยท Front brake diameter: 11.7 ยท Front brakes: ventilated disc ยท Rear brake diameter: 10.9 ยท Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Door sill trim: chrome ยท Floor Mat Material: carpet ยท Floor Mats: front ยท Foot pedal trim: stainless steel ยท Shift knob trim: leather ยท Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Center console: front console with storage ยท Cupholders: front ยท Multi-function remote: keyless entry ยท One-touch windows: 1 ยท Power outlet(s): 12V ยท Reading lights: front ยท Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable ยท Steering wheel mounted controls: audio ยท Storage: front seatback ยท Vanity mirrors: driver

Driver Seat

Manual adjustments: 2 ยท Power adjustments: 2

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.73 ยท Limited slip differential: rear

Engine

Alternator: 140 amps ยท Battery: maintenance-free

Exterior Features

Door handle color: chrome ยท Exhaust: dual exhaust tips ยท Exhaust tip color: polished aluminum ยท License plate bracket: front ยท Mirror color: body-color ยท Paint: special factory paint

Headrests

Front headrests: integrated ยท Number of front headrests: 2

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Headlights: Auto on/off

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 4

Roof

Convertible rear window: glass ยท Convertible roof: soft top

Safety

Active head restraints: driver ยท Crumple zones: front

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point ยท Seatbelt force limiters: front ยท Seatbelt pretensioners: front

Seats

Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining ยท Driver seat power adjustments: height ยท Front seat type: bucket ยท Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining ยท Upholstery: leather

Steering

Steering ratio: 16.4 ยท Turns lock-to-lock: 2.7

Suspension

Front Arm Type: short and long arm (SLA) ยท Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers ยท Front Spring Type: coil springs ยท Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 33 mm ยท Front Suspension Classification: independent ยท Front Suspension Type: strut ยท Rear Shock Type: coil over shock ยท Rear Spring Type: coil springs ยท Rear Stabilizer Bar: diameter 25 mm ยท Rear Suspension Classification: independent ยท Rear Suspension Type: short and long arm

Telematics

Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth ยท Satellite communications: OnStar

Tires

Type: performance

Tires and Rims

Wheels: polished aluminum

Wheels

Wheel spokes: 5

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent ยท Power windows: front

Air Conditioning

Single front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags ยท Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation

Audio System

Antenna Type: mast ยท USB auxiliary audio input ยท 6 disc in-dash CD ยท MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback ยท Monsoon premium brand speakers ยท AM/FM radio ยท Satellite Radio: SiriusXM ยท 1 subwoofer ยท Total Number of Speakers: 7

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel ยท Front brake diameter: 11.7 ยท Front brakes: ventilated disc ยท Rear brake diameter: 10.9 ยท Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Door sill trim: chrome ยท Floor Mat Material: carpet ยท Floor Mats: front ยท Foot pedal trim: stainless steel ยท Shift knob trim: leather ยท Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Center console: front console with storage ยท Cupholders: front ยท Multi-function remote: trunk release ยท One-touch windows: 1 ยท Power outlet(s): 12V ยท Reading lights: front ยท Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable ยท Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls ยท Storage: front seatback ยท Vanity mirrors: driver

Driver Seat

Manual adjustments: 2 ยท Power adjustments: 2

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.73 ยท Limited slip differential: rear

Engine

Alternator: 140 amps ยท Battery: maintenance-free

Exterior Features

Door handle color: chrome ยท Exhaust: dual exhaust tips ยท Exhaust tip color: polished aluminum ยท License plate bracket: front ยท Mirror color: body-color ยท Paint: special factory paint

Headrests

Front headrests: integrated ยท Number of front headrests: 2

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low oil pressure

Lights

Headlights: Auto on/off

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 4

Roof

Convertible rear window: glass ยท Convertible roof: manual

Safety

Active head restraints: driver ยท Crumple zones: rear

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point ยท Seatbelt force limiters: front ยท Seatbelt pretensioners: front

Seats

Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining ยท Driver seat power adjustments: height ยท Front seat type: bucket ยท Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining ยท Upholstery: leather

Steering

Steering ratio: 16.4 ยท Turns lock-to-lock: 2.7

Suspension

Front Arm Type: short and long arm (SLA) ยท Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers ยท Front Spring Type: coil springs ยท Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 33 mm ยท Front Suspension Classification: independent ยท Front Suspension Type: strut ยท Rear Shock Type: coil over shock ยท Rear Spring Type: coil springs ยท Rear Stabilizer Bar: diameter 25 mm ยท Rear Suspension Classification: independent ยท Rear Suspension Type: short and long arm

Telematics

Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth ยท Satellite communications: OnStar

Tires

Type: performance

Tires and Rims

Wheels: polished aluminum

Wheels

Wheel spokes: 5

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent ยท Power windows: front

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