As one of the largest midsize SUVs on the market, the 2009 Saturn Outlook earns top marks for its interior capacity, which can comfortably accommodate eight adult passengers and a class-leading amount of cargo. Its car-like handling and responsive acceleration minimize the somewhat unwieldy maneuverability. And while its exterior style may not set hearts a-pounding, it fulfills its function as a comfortable, well-appointed, and reliable family hauler.
The 2009 Outlook returns in XE and XR trims, both offered in rear-wheel and On-Demand all-wheel drive. Direct injection has been added to the 3.6-liter V6 engine this year, increasing horsepower and torque numbers by double digits. The XE now puts out 281 hp and 253 lb-ft of torque, while the dual-exhaust V6 in the XR delivers 288 hp and 270 lb-ft. Both are mated to a six-speed automatic and achieve class-leading fuel economy numbers of 16/22 mpg, thanks to variable valve timing and refinements to the intake and exhaust mechanics. A new engine mount further refines what was already a relatively quiet and shudder-free ride.
With wider dimensions, an adult-size third row, and easy access to the rear seats, the 2009 Outlook provides significant competition to the Honda Pilot and Toyota Highlander. Both second and third rows split-fold nearly flat, with the second row also sliding easily forward and aft to accommodate longer legs or more cargo space. The slide feature provides quick and easy access for adults into the third row, which offers 33 inches of legroom. A low step-in height also eases entry and exit. Cargo space starts at 24 cubic feet with seats up, but this can expand to 117 cubic feet – one of the largest capacities available in a midsize SUV. The 2009 Outlook boasts plenty of in-cabin storage compartments as well, including underfloor compartments in the cargo bay and a rear center console that comes with the optional second-row bucket seats.
Leather seats and Bluetooth capability have been added for 2009, and are standard on the XR and optional on the XE. Heated front seats, a rearview camera, and two different Bose sound systems (surround and non-surround) also join the options list for both trims. The optional navigation system in the XR gets real-time traffic updates. Finally, a new Touring Package for the XR boosts the 18-inch alloy wheels to 20-inchers and adds rear bumper cut-outs for the dual exhaust pipes. The dual exhaust pipes in the standard XR have been redesigned to turn down, to remove the need for cut-outs. Both trims come well equipped with the requisite CD/MP3 player, cruise control, rear climate control, and full power features, with the XR adding more upscale wood trim and a power driver's seat. The backlit gauges are easy to read, but thick side pillars obscure some side visibility.
Not yet rated in crash tests, the 2009 Outlook provides a solid feel behind the wheel, keeping body lean to a minimum despite its wide 79-inch stance and difficult maneuverability. ABS brakes, traction and stability control, dual front-side and side curtain airbags for all rows, rollover sensors, backup sensors, and OnStar are all standard. The all-wheel-drive system automatically distributes torque between the front and rear wheels according to road conditions, completing an overall SUV package that feels confident and secure while still providing plenty of acceleration power.
I get lot of lights on the instrument panel but will not start and the remote will not work or power buttons windows or unlock/lock button. Already tried to jump off nothing. Already tried to reset the security lock mode did not work.
My Saturn Outlook 2009 XR first the radio started blitzing out off and on and the lights would say engine power reducing some times randomly, Then the truck got to where it didn't want to accelerate over 30 or 40 unless we put it in low gear in 3rd, then one day it shut off and wouldnt start back up when I was at a store, radio works windows work locks work, just won't start, anyone know what the cause of this could be..
we took the outlook to a GM dealer and had them do a quick analysis on it to see what was wrong and it came up with "PO303" misfire cylinder #3, and P2096 post catalyst, fuel trim? too lean. The service person said that that the 3rd cylinder was not firing, most likely the coil and spark plug would need to be replaced on that cylinder. At the same time that was going on the air conditioner quit working and there was a smokey smell like a burning of rubber, possibly the clutch is hanging up on the compressor, we turned it off and then about 10 min. later tried it again, it was working again for about 2-3 min. and the smell came back and the air got warm again, so it is now off until it gets diagnosed. what should we do as far as contacting the dealer because we bought it with no warranty. these items had to have been known by champion because they said that they had gone through it to make sure everything was safe and ready to sell.please advise. disappointed in saranac, MI Thanks.
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Wireless headphones · In-Dash Single CD/DVD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Bose · Bose premium brand speakers · AM/FM radio · Rear audio: rear volume control · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 9
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.8 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.0 · Rear brake width: 0.8 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Center console trim: simulated alloy · Dash trim: simulated alloy · Door trim: simulated alloy · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: vinyl cargo area · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with armrest · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: front seatback
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 4 · Power adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.16
Engine
Alternator: 170 amps · Battery: maintenance-free
Exterior Features
Body side moldings: body-color · Exhaust tip color: stainless-steel · Front bumper color: body-color · License plate bracket: front · Mirror color: body-color · Paint: special factory paint · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3 · Number of third row headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Video monitor location: dual rear · Video monitor size: 7 · Video system: DVD player
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low oil pressure
Lights
Headlights: Auto on/off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 2
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Rear sunroof: fixed glass · Sunroof: power glass
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Crumple zones: front · Parking sensors: rear
Seatbelts
Rear center seatbelt: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front
Seats
Front seat type: captains chairs · Heated: front seats · Rear headrests: adjustable · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Kit: tire sealant · Mount Location: underbody · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel · Rim type: aluminum alloy
Steering
Steering ratio: 16.1 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.90
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Telematics
Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: OnStar
Third Row Seat
Type: 40-60 split bench · Upholstery: vinyl
Tires
Type: all season
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: front · Rear wiper: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Wireless headphones · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Bose · Bose premium brand speakers · AM/FM radio · Rear audio: rear volume control · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 9
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.8 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.0 · Rear brake width: 0.8 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Center console trim: simulated alloy · Dash trim: simulated alloy · Door trim: simulated alloy · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: vinyl cargo area · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with armrest · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: third row · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: door pockets
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 4 · Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.16
Engine
Alternator: 170 amps · Battery: maintenance-free
Exterior Features
Body side moldings: body-color · Exhaust tip color: stainless-steel · Front bumper color: body-color · License plate bracket: front · Mirror color: body-color · Paint: special factory paint · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3 · Number of third row headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Video monitor location: dual rear · Video monitor size: 7 · Video system: DVD player
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Auto on/off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 2
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Rear sunroof: fixed glass · Sunroof: power glass
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Crumple zones: rear · Parking sensors: rear
Seatbelts
Rear center seatbelt: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front
Seats
Front seat type: captains chairs · Heated: front seats · Rear headrests: adjustable · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather-appointed
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Kit: inflator kit · Mount Location: underbody · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel · Rim type: aluminum alloy
Steering
Steering ratio: 16.1 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.90
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Telematics
Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: OnStar
Third Row Seat
Type: 40-60 split bench · Upholstery: vinyl
Tires
Type: all season
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: front · Rear wiper: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Wireless headphones · In-Dash Single CD/DVD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Bose · Bose premium brand speakers · AM/FM radio · Rear audio: rear volume control · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 6
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.8 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.0 · Rear brake width: 0.8 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Center console trim: simulated alloy · Dash trim: simulated alloy · Door trim: simulated alloy · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: vinyl cargo area · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with armrest · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: front seatback
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.16
Engine
Alternator: 170 amps · Battery: maintenance-free
Exterior Features
Body side moldings: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · License plate bracket: front · Mirror color: body-color · Paint: special factory paint · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3 · Number of third row headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Video monitor location: rear · Video monitor size: 7 · Video system: auxiliary audio/video input
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Auto on/off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 2 · Power adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: captains chairs
Roof
Rear sunroof: fixed glass · Roof rails: silver · Sunroof: power glass
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Crumple zones: front · Parking sensors: rear
Seats
Front seat type: captains chairs · Rear headrests: adjustable · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Steering
Steering ratio: 16.1 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.90
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Telematics
Navigation system: DVD navigation system · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: OnStar
Third Row Seat
Type: 40-60 split bench · Upholstery: vinyl
Tires
Type: touring
Tires and Rims
Wheels: polished aluminum
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: front · Rear wiper: with washer
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Third row side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Wireless headphones · In-Dash Single CD/DVD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Bose · Bose premium brand speakers · AM/FM radio · Rear audio: rear volume control · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 9
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.8 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.0 · Rear brake width: 0.8 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Center console trim: simulated alloy · Dash trim: simulated alloy · Door trim: simulated alloy · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: vinyl cargo area · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with armrest · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: door pockets
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.16
Engine
Alternator: 170 amps · Battery: maintenance-free
Exterior Features
Body side moldings: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · License plate bracket: front · Mirror color: body-color · Paint: special factory paint · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3 · Number of third row headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Video monitor location: rear · Video monitor size: 7 · Video system: DVD player
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: HID
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 2 · Power adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: captains chairs
Roof
Rear sunroof: fixed glass · Roof rails: silver · Sunroof: power glass
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Crumple zones: rear · Parking sensors: rear
Seats
Front seat type: captains chairs · Rear headrests: adjustable · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Steering
Steering ratio: 16.1 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.90
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Telematics
Navigation system: DVD navigation system w/voice activation · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: OnStar
Third Row Seat
Type: 40-60 split bench · Upholstery: vinyl
Tires
Type: touring
Tires and Rims
Wheels: polished aluminum
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: front · Rear wiper: intermittent