2003 Saturn ION Coupe 2 review from North America
"Safer small car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
There was a light clunking noise when turning corners or hitting bumps present one week after I purchased it.
Back driver's side suicide door squeaked.
A few pits in the steering wheel before I bought it, like a mouse chewed on the back, but luckily you couldn't see it.
General comments?
Quiet when running.
Unfortunately the passengers in the backseat can't open the doors themselves.
Got into bad accident and completely destroyed the car. Police on scene quite impressed on how the car took the impact.
Control panel on middle of dash was very convenient, seemed less cluttered.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 1/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 150 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 6500 kilometres |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Astro |
| Date of Entry | 9th January, 2004 |