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2002 Saturn L-Series Reviews, Pricing & Specs

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$16,870 to $23,075

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Making headway in the competitive midsize market takes time and the 2002 Saturn L-Series reflects Saturn's slow and steady approach to developing its product. The most noticeable upgrades from 2001 involved standardizing previously optional features for all trims. Consumers could now get front curtain airbags, ABS brakes, automatic headlights, and traction control without paying extra. In addition, L200 and L300 consumers could get a special audio package with a 6 cd changer. Otherwise, the 2002 L-Series sticks with its basic 5 trims: the L100, L200, and L300 sedans, along with the LW200 and LW300 wagons. Saturn has eliminated the standard 5 speed manual transmission in the L100 and changed to standard 4 speed automatic. All trims seat 5 with cargo space coming in at 17.5 cubic feet for sedans, 33.5 cubic feet for wagons. The V6 trims have increased their fuel economy to 21 mpg in the city, 29 mpg on the highway, while the I4's still give you 24 mpg in the city, 33 on the highway.
Saturn has made its living with decent performance at an affordable price. However, owners do not like the stock Firestone tires. In addition, they would like to see a more stylish interior and less engine noise. These recurring issues indicate that the L-Series still has room to grow as it embarks on the long road to respectability.

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User reviews for 2002 Saturn L-Series

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by Anonymous
Dec 25, 2013
Good get around town/commute car. Good size for its class. Very reliable. Havent had an issue in all 11 years. this is not sports car. It takes a bit of work To get it going on Highway but in along run it works very nice. Dec 25, 2013
by Anonymous
Nov 01, 2012
I've had this car since it had only 20,000 it now has over 100,000. I'm afraid I'll jinx it by writing this reveiw but I love this car. I've had several cars all compact or sedans - a little mits, honda, chevy - but this saturn is my fav. The issue with the chip is annoying (haven't replaced it yet) so my odometer rolled over to like 698,978 and stuck there haha. I've never had a problem with it outside of that and just drive the hell out of it. I'm so sad they're not making cars anymore :(Nov 01, 2012
by Anonymous
Aug 05, 2012
Ease of driving. Low maintenance. Nice car, smooth engine. No mechanical or electrical problems. Everything works. Good mileage. Nice family car or first teen car. Easy handling. fair amount of power for a four cylinder. This is a fun car to drive.Aug 05, 2012

2002 Saturn L-Series Pricing

Original MSRP
$16,870 to $23,075
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Trims & specs

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Convenience Features

Multi-function remote: trunk release · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable

Lights

Headlights: Auto on/off

Rear Seats

Type: split-bench

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth

Tires and Rims

Wheels: steel

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Comfort Features

Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable

Lights

Headlights: Auto on/off

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Rear Seats

Type: split-bench

Roof

Moonroof: power

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Upholstery: leather

Tires and Rims

Wheels: steel

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Comfort Features

Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable

Lights

Headlights: Auto on/off

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Rear Seats

Type: split-bench

Roof

Roof rack color: black

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Upholstery: leather

Tires and Rims

Wheels: steel

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Comfort Features

Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable

Lights

Headlights: Auto on/off

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Rear Seats

Type: split-bench

Roof

Moonroof: power

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Upholstery: cloth

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Comfort Features

Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Multi-function remote: trunk release · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable

Lights

Headlights: Auto on/off

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: heated

Rear Seats

Type: split-bench

Roof

Roof rack color: black

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Upholstery: leather

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

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