Vibration
When idling my 2005 Saturn relay vibrates hard. Anyone have any suggestions as to what may be causing this?
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2005 Saturn Relay Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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The 2005 Saturn Relay represents another solid, if unspectacular, effort at breaking into a new market: the crossover SUV-minivan. However, do not let the prominent roof rails and defined exterior fool you. The 7 seat interior, sliding door, and abundant cargo space give away the Relay's true identity as a re-vamped minivan. The Relay comes in 3 trims: Relay 2, Relay 3, and Relay 3 AWD.
All trims use a 3.5 L, 200 hp V6 engine with 4 speed automatic transmission that runs smoothly and quietly. In addition, they all have optional cd player and standard dvd player for long rides with restless passengers. The Relay 3 AWD uses the Versatrak AWD system which shifts power to the rear wheels when the front wheels lose their grip. Unlike other AWD systems, Versatrak also allocates power between the rear wheels. All trims generally get you around 18 mpg in the city, 23 mpg on the highway.
Of course, you can never end an assessment of a minivan without discussing the interior. The 2005 Relay has 3 rows of seats, all of which you can remove except for the front row. Keep everything intact and you get 27 cubic feet of cargo space. Folding down the third row and and then the second row will increase the space to 74 and 136 cubic feet, respectively. An overhead console controls the heating, lights, and entertainment system. You can even add an optional Phatnoise hard drive that holds mp3's and movies.
Overall, the 2005 Saturn Relay continues to give its customers just enough of what they need and a little bit of what they want. Families on a budget will appreciate the roomy interior and modern options. Some reviewers would like to see better handling, more gas mileage, and more standard safety features, especially curtain airbags. Despite its shortcomings, the 2005 Saturn Relay gives families on the go another solid option in a growing lineup.
Published Aug 8, 2022 by CarGurus Editorial Team
User reviews for 2005 Saturn Relay
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by Anonymous
Oct 08, 2023
Good vehicle for, model and price No complaints Oct 08, 2023
by Kodi M
Jul 29, 2010
Its ugly, and the only windows that open are the front, and the way back ones that crack open... Breaks sucks butt... No sun roof, and the toy chest is useless... When there isnt leather seats, the cloth dirties VERY quickly and is impossible to get out. Jul 29, 2010
by pamela h
Dec 27, 2009
more than adaquet performance for accelerstion,braking,handling. no repairs preformed or necessary. exterior has a few dings,interior like new other than dirty carpets.gas mileage is around 22 miles to gallon. maintainance is very reasonible, oil changes every 3k miles. this is a very pleasent vehicle to drive and ride in . Dec 27, 2009
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by Anonymous
Oct 08, 2023
Good vehicle for, model and price No complaints Oct 08, 2023
by Kodi M
Jul 29, 2010
Its ugly, and the only windows that open are the front, and the way back ones that crack open... Breaks sucks butt... No sun roof, and the toy chest is useless... When there isnt leather seats, the cloth dirties VERY quickly and is impossible to get out. Jul 29, 2010
by pamela h
Dec 27, 2009
more than adaquet performance for accelerstion,braking,handling. no repairs preformed or necessary. exterior has a few dings,interior like new other than dirty carpets.gas mileage is around 22 miles to gallon. maintainance is very reasonible, oil changes every 3k miles. this is a very pleasent vehicle to drive and ride in . Dec 27, 2009
by Anonymous
Jan 15, 2009
While this is no race car it handles light a dream. I haven't needed any repairs other than the plastic handles on the seats that the kids broke. My gas mileage is great and I just enjoy my car. It came with the dvd console and I have enjoyed that aspect for my kids. I actually recommended it to my best friend and she leased one and loved it.Jan 15, 2009
by Christian M
Oct 23, 2008
Si y a quelqu'un qui veux une poubelle à roulette,que j'ai donc un deal à vous faire!!Sérieusement,je veux vendre pas cher,pas cher!!Est ben belle!Des heures de plaisirs en perspective!Excellent pour charier de la roche, ou pour avoir moins de neige à pelleter dans votre entrée cette hiver!Oct 23, 2008
by Barbara V
Aug 18, 2008
It's great on gas. It's fully loaded with DVD, leather interior, Onstar, XM-radio and it's own phone. My grand babies love my ride. Only complaint I have is with the trim outside. It kept coming loose and had to be fixed several times. Has held for the last year or so now. Overall I like the body which more resembles an SUV then a van. Very nice interior/dash. Model discontinued. Not sure why. Does not hold book value well.Aug 18, 2008
What users have asked
Will downshifting an automatic trans while it's in gear do any damage on short term basis?
I was using the trans to slow down because my brakes were metal to metal. Will that do any harm?
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my 2005 Saturn Relay stopped working after I put stop leak in the oil tank. Anytime I try to start it it cranks a little before making a weird sound and then dying out completely.What could this be?
I believe the car needs a new transmission because it wont drive over 20 miles per hour. But now it just wont start.
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2005 Saturn Relay Pricing
Original MSRP
$24,485 to $30,570Price range
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Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front side airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Rear audio: rear volume control
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio
Doors
Side door type: power sliding
Exterior Features
Side door type: passenger-side manual sliding
In Car Entertainment
Video system: DVD player
Lights
Headlights: Auto on/off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Rear Seats
Type: bucket
Roof
OEM roof height: undefined
Seats
Front seat type: captains chairs · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth
Telematics
Satellite communications: OnStar
Tires and Rims
Wheels: steel
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent · Rear wiper: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning · Dual rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front side airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Rear audio: rear volume control
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio
Driver Seat
Power adjustments: 6
Exterior Features
Side door type: dual power sliding
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Video system: DVD player
Lights
Headlights: Auto on/off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: captains chairs
Roof
OEM roof height: undefined · Roof rack color: black
Safety
Parking sensors: rear
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: captains chairs · Heated: front seats · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth
Telematics
Satellite communications: OnStar
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent · Rear wiper: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning · Dual rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front side airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Rear audio: rear volume control
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio
Driver Seat
Power adjustments: 6
Exterior Features
Side door type: passenger-side manual sliding
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Video system: DVD player
Lights
Headlights: Auto on/off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: captains chairs
Roof
OEM roof height: undefined · Roof rack color: black
Safety
Parking sensors: rear
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: captains chairs · Heated: front seats · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth
Telematics
Satellite communications: OnStar
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent · Rear wiper: intermittent